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Charlotte Caslick Ruled Out of World Cup Opener, Targets Return for USA Match

Her moonboot is due to come off before next week’s running drills that will decide if she can play against the United States on August 30.

Tokyo 2020 Olympics - Rugby Sevens - Women - Pool C - Australia v China - Tokyo Stadium - Tokyo, Japan - July 29, 2021. Charlotte Caslick of Australia in action./File Photo
Wallaroos player Charlotte Caslick is sitting down while a physio examines her ankle. She has a pained expression on her face.

Overview

  • Caslick tore ankle ligaments in the final moments of last month’s Wellington loss to New Zealand and underwent reconstructive surgery.
  • Australia’s backline star has been named in coach Jo Yapp’s 32-player World Cup squad despite her recovery timeline.
  • She will miss the August 23 opener against Samoa in Salford but is aiming to be fit for the second Pool A game in York.
  • Captain Siokapesi Palu, who suffered a foot injury in the same fixture, has been training alongside Caslick to offer mutual support.
  • The Wallaroos complete their pool matches against England in Brighton on September 6 after facing Samoa and the United States.