The Les Kiss era for the Wallabies began with a dramatic win over Japan in Osaka, as Australia overcame searing heat, an early red card, and disciplinary errors to defeat the Brave Blossoms.
Australia defeated Japan 35-32 in a frantic Test match in Osaka on Saturday, despite playing with 14 men following Miles Amatosero's red card and facing a strong challenge from the Brave Blossoms.
New Wallabies coach Les Kiss has selected inexperienced halves Ryan Lonergan and Declan Meredith for his first match in charge against Japan in Osaka on Saturday.
Australia's Wallabies downplay concerns about Japan's heatwave and Typhoon Dolphin as they prepare for two Tests against Japan, marking Les Kiss's coaching debut. The team anticipates a challenging fixture, especially with former coach Eddie Jones leading the Brave Blossoms and several Australians in the opposition ranks.
