Emerging Wallabies star says no to Japan riches
Try-scoring machine Carlo Tizzano has resisted the riches of Japan to sign with Rugby Australia and the Western Force until the end of 2027.
Tizzano has been in hot demand in recent months on the back of his sensational Super Rugby Pacific form, with the back rower scoring 12 tries so far this season - three more than his closest rival.
The 25-year-old, who has made five appearances for the Wallabies and is considered a rising star, was reportedly being heavily chased by cashed-up teams in Japan.
But the chance to wear the Wallaby gold against the British and Irish Lions later this year and appear in a 2027 home Rugby World Cup convinced him to stay.
"I'm really excited to be staying in Australian rugby for two more years, especially in Perth with the Force," Tizzano said in a statement.
"I couldn't see myself playing for any other Super Rugby franchise.
"To help contribute to this Force team earning more wins and reaching semi-finals is something I'm really excited for.
"I'm looking forward to earning more opportunities with the Wallabies.
"It's an exciting time in Australian rugby now with the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour and the home World Cup in 2027, which were two big factors."
Force coach Simon Cron was excited to retain the services of Tizzano.
"Seeing him continue to grow his game and develop has really enthused us and when Carlo became a Wallaby, it was a huge highlight for a number of people within the organisation," Cron said.
The Wallabies are now blessed for depth in the back row, with the likes of Tizzano, the returning Pete Samu, Harry Wilson, Rob Valetini and Fraser McReight among the many options.
Tizzano will return from a pectoral injury for the Force's clash with the Waratahs in Perth on Saturday night.
The ninth-placed Force are already out of the finals race, while the eighth-placed Waratahs need to win their final two games and rely on other results to go their way in order to sneak in.
Try-scoring machine Carlo Tizzano has resisted the riches of Japan to sign with Rugby Australia and the Western Force until the end of 2027.
Tizzano has been in hot demand in recent months on the back of his sensational Super Rugby Pacific form, with the back rower scoring 12 tries so far this season - three more than his closest rival.
The 25-year-old, who has made five appearances for the Wallabies and is considered a rising star, was reportedly being heavily chased by cashed-up teams in Japan.
But the chance to wear the Wallaby gold against the British and Irish Lions later this year and appear in a 2027 home Rugby World Cup convinced him to stay.
"I'm really excited to be staying in Australian rugby for two more years, especially in Perth with the Force," Tizzano said in a statement.
"I couldn't see myself playing for any other Super Rugby franchise.
"To help contribute to this Force team earning more wins and reaching semi-finals is something I'm really excited for.
"I'm looking forward to earning more opportunities with the Wallabies.
"It's an exciting time in Australian rugby now with the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour and the home World Cup in 2027, which were two big factors."
Force coach Simon Cron was excited to retain the services of Tizzano.
"Seeing him continue to grow his game and develop has really enthused us and when Carlo became a Wallaby, it was a huge highlight for a number of people within the organisation," Cron said.
The Wallabies are now blessed for depth in the back row, with the likes of Tizzano, the returning Pete Samu, Harry Wilson, Rob Valetini and Fraser McReight among the many options.
Tizzano will return from a pectoral injury for the Force's clash with the Waratahs in Perth on Saturday night.
The ninth-placed Force are already out of the finals race, while the eighth-placed Waratahs need to win their final two games and rely on other results to go their way in order to sneak in.
Try-scoring machine Carlo Tizzano has resisted the riches of Japan to sign with Rugby Australia and the Western Force until the end of 2027.
Tizzano has been in hot demand in recent months on the back of his sensational Super Rugby Pacific form, with the back rower scoring 12 tries so far this season - three more than his closest rival.
The 25-year-old, who has made five appearances for the Wallabies and is considered a rising star, was reportedly being heavily chased by cashed-up teams in Japan.
But the chance to wear the Wallaby gold against the British and Irish Lions later this year and appear in a 2027 home Rugby World Cup convinced him to stay.
"I'm really excited to be staying in Australian rugby for two more years, especially in Perth with the Force," Tizzano said in a statement.
"I couldn't see myself playing for any other Super Rugby franchise.
"To help contribute to this Force team earning more wins and reaching semi-finals is something I'm really excited for.
"I'm looking forward to earning more opportunities with the Wallabies.
"It's an exciting time in Australian rugby now with the upcoming British and Irish Lions tour and the home World Cup in 2027, which were two big factors."
Force coach Simon Cron was excited to retain the services of Tizzano.
"Seeing him continue to grow his game and develop has really enthused us and when Carlo became a Wallaby, it was a huge highlight for a number of people within the organisation," Cron said.
The Wallabies are now blessed for depth in the back row, with the likes of Tizzano, the returning Pete Samu, Harry Wilson, Rob Valetini and Fraser McReight among the many options.
Tizzano will return from a pectoral injury for the Force's clash with the Waratahs in Perth on Saturday night.
The ninth-placed Force are already out of the finals race, while the eighth-placed Waratahs need to win their final two games and rely on other results to go their way in order to sneak in.
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