Australia balloons in the team's colours

1991 and 1999, Australia twice world champion

Australia became the first nation to win the World Cup twice in 1999. The first title was snatched in 1991 at Twickenham against England, with a dazzling David Campese; the second at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff, against France, under the captaincy of John Eales. The Wallabies have also played in the finals of 2003, lost at home on the drop goal by Jonny Wilkinson, and of 2015 against the All Blacks. The country will host the 2027 edition, following 2003 and 1987, which was shared with New Zealand.

The other nations

The nation balls are also available:

• South Africa Balls.
• England Balls.
• France Balls.
• Ireland Balls.
• New Zealand Balls.

All nation balls are gathered on the nation balls page.

From Rabbits to Wallabies, gold and green

During the 1908 tour in Great Britain, Australian players rejected the nickname "Rabbits" announced before departure and voted for the name Wallabies, after the name of the small marsupial from the bush. The gold and green, national colours, dress the team, whose first test dates back to 1899, against the British Lions, in Sydney. Every year, the Bledisloe Cup, donated by Lord Bledisloe, then Governor-General of New Zealand, pits the Wallabies against the All Blacks in one of the most followed rivalries in the southern hemisphere.

The Wallabies ball, at what age and how to keep it

To play, the size five ball is suitable for adults and teenagers from around fifteen years; the size four is for those aged eleven to fourteen, and size three for the youngest. The Australian climate reminds of a maintenance rule: heat expands the air in the bladder and strains the seams, so never leave a ball in a car parked in the sun. Store it in a cool, dry place, slightly deflated if it will not be used for a long time, and inflate it to the right pressure before the next game.

Good deals

Great deals can be found in good deals, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped in 24h are prepared and dispatched within 24 hours. The highlights of the year follow a stable order: Black Friday in late autumn, the holiday season, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and back to school.

Frequently asked questions

Is there an official Wallabies ball?

Balls in the colours of Australia for supporters feature the gold, green, and the team's emblem. They are particularly sought after during the Rugby Championship and as the 2027 World Cup approaches, hosted in the country.

Where will the 2027 World Cup be held?

In Australia, which will host it for the third time after 1987, with New Zealand, and 2003. The tournament will expand to twenty-four teams, up from twenty in previous editions.

Where do the gold and green of the Wallabies come from?

These are the national sporting colours of Australia, officially proclaimed in 1984, inspired by the golden wattle, the national emblem flower. The balls in the Wallabies colours faithfully replicate this duo.

Is a Wallabies ball a good gift?

Yes, for a rugby enthusiast from the southern hemisphere or a traveller returned from Australia, it can be kept as a souvenir or played with in the park. Unlike a piece of clothing, it does not pose any size issue for an adult.

How to clean a rugby ball?

With warm water and a soft sponge, without harsh soap that can dry out the cover. Wipe it down, then let it dry at room temperature, never against a radiator, before checking its pressure.