Les Kiss said he expected a seamless transition into the Wallabies coaching role when he succeeds New Zealander Joe Schmidt next July, little more than a year out from the 2027 World Cup on home soil.

Queensland Reds boss to take over in mid-2026 after Joe Schmidt’s extended tenure, ensuring a smooth transition before the home World Cup.

As a former Australia rugby league representative, Les Kiss's journey to becoming the next Wallabies coach was unconventional, but there should not be doubts about his ability to do the job.