World Cup flyhalf among four retained to Wallaroos program

Fri, Dec 12, 2025, 4:00 AM
Rugby Australia
by Rugby Australia
Faitala Moleka has re-signed with Rugby Australia. Photo: Getty Images
Faitala Moleka has re-signed with Rugby Australia. Photo: Getty Images

Wallaroos flyhalf Faitala Moleka has re-signed with Rugby Australia, joining forwards Martha Fua, Allana Sikimeti and winger Biola Dawa in re-committing to the program.

The quartet are the latest players to re-sign with the Wallaroos for the 2026 Test season, which was unveiled on Wednesday to include tours of the US and Europe next year.

Moleka started in the No.10 jersey in every Wallaroos match at Rugby World Cup 2025 with the Blacktown Scorpions junior celebrating her 25th cap milestone against England.

The 20-year-old made her international debut as a teenager in 2023, becoming one of the youngest players in Australian history to represent the Wallaroos.

"With 26 caps under her belt at the young age of 20, Faitala embodies the future of this team and is a central player in the Wallaroos squad," General Manager of Women's Rugby Jilly Collins said.

"It has been incredibly rewarding to witness her talent blossom and see her grow into an influential player on the international scene.

"We are thrilled that she has committed her future to the Wallaroos."

Also representing Western Sydney, Fua made her Wallaroos debut earlier this year against Fijiana in Suva.

The prop came through the rugby ranks as a Sevens player before turning her attention to XVs in recent seasons with ACT Brumbies.

"We were delighted to see Martha earn her debut Wallaroos cap this year and take significant steps in her development," Collins said.

"Although she just missed out on a spot in the World Cup squad, we have absolute belief in her continued progress and know she has a very promising career ahead in the gold jersey."

Dawa created history in 2024, becoming the first player of Sudanese heritage to play for Australia in Test rugby.

Born in a refugee camp in Uganda, Dawa's family moved to Wagga Wagga as a child after her family fled their native home due to rising violence in the region.

Dawa began playing rugby in high school before coming through the Brumbies system.

"Biola's recommitment to the Wallaroos through 2026 is fantastic for the team," Collins said. 

"She has shown tremendous dedication and has made real progress this year in what is a highly competitive position.

"We look forward to seeing her push for regular selection."

Sikimeti, 21, made her debut for the Wallaroos in 2024 and was part of the squads WXV 2 title win in South Africa.

Originally from Brisbane, Sikimeti joined Western Force in 2025 and is considered a star of the future.

"Allana is a promising prop with many successful years ahead of her," Collins said.

"She is currently gaining valuable match experience in Japan with the Tokyo Phoenix, facilitated by the Western Force's strategic partnership.

"She’s an exciting prospect and is expected to be at her prime for the 2029 World Cup."

The Wallaroos are in a contracting period for 2026 with further signings to come.

Biola Dawa

  • Position: Wing
  • DOB: 5/11/2000
  • Junior Club: Wagga Reddies
  • 2025 Super Rugby Club: ACT Brumbies

Martha Fua

  • Position: Prop
  • DOB: 27/4/2002
  • Junior Club: Blacktown Scorpions
  • 2025 Super Rugby Club: ACT Brumbies

Faitala Moleka

  • Position: Flyhalf
  • DOB: 29/1/2005
  • Junior Club: Blacktown Scorpions
  • 2025 Super Rugby Club: ACT Brumbies

Allana Sikimeti

  • Position: Prop
  • DOB: 2/7/2004
  • Junior Club: Wests Brisbane
  • 2025 Super Rugby Club: Western Force

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