Overview

• Skelton confirmed the earliest feasible arrival into Auckland was 3am midweek, making Eden Park selection impractical after reviewing all flight options with Wallabies staff.
• The Toulon–La Rochelle fixture was scheduled for a late kickoff and was ultimately postponed due to heavy rain, leaving him unavailable for both matches.
• He flew direct from Paris and arrived in Perth on Friday, making him available for the second Bledisloe Test.
• The lock has played only 35 minutes for La Rochelle since August but says he feels fit and remains focused on Australia's Rugby Championship hopes.
• Rob Valetini is back for Australia, Tate McDermott is out with a hamstring as Nic White returns to the squad, and the All Blacks have ruled out Beauden Barrett with Damian McKenzie the likely starter.