Noah Lolesio's Move to Japan Influenced by Joe Schmidt's Departure from Wallabies
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Australian flyhalf Noah Lolesio has decided to leave the ACT Brumbies and Australian rugby to play in Japan, influenced significantly by Joe Schmidt's upcoming departure as Wallabies head coach. Lolesio, who has played 29 tests, felt that Schmidt's exit after the Rugby Championship made it harder for him to stay in Australia. Despite his preference to remain, the uncertainty of future coaching and contract negotiations with Rugby Australia led him to seek opportunities abroad.
Key Points
Noah Lolesio's decision to move to Japan was heavily influenced by Joe Schmidt's planned departure from the Wallabies.
Lolesio felt that staying in Australia was tougher without Schmidt's presence post-Rugby Championship.
Contract negotiations with Rugby Australia failed, contributing to Lolesio's decision to leave.
Lolesio has experienced multiple coaching changes, which has impacted his career trajectory.
Despite Schmidt's disappointment, Lolesio hopes to still be considered for the upcoming Lions series.
