The Wallabies have announced Marika Koroibete, Pone Fa’amausili and Isi Naisarani will not be considered for selection for this week's opening Bledisloe match against the All Blacks after they breached team protocols following a team dinner.
They were found to have been drinking alcohol well beyond an agreed time prior to a training-free day.
The Wallabies confirmed that they had not conducted any illegal behaviour, no damage and no complaints were made as Rugby Australia made the call to uphold their internal standards and practices.
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says these three players have not lived up to the culture of working hard for each other and being accountable for their actions and these three men have paid a big price for their decisions.
Rennie told reporters their actions angered the playing group as they look to break their Eden Park and Bledisloe droughts.
Rugby Australia CEO Andy Marinos says as an organisation they expect the highest standards at all times and the team is taking a transparent approach to this.
The Wallabies will play the All Blacks at 7.05pm this Saturday.
Source: Rugby.com.au
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