A young Queensland star has just emerged from a breakout season, but his mentor’s departure will provide a fresh challenge.
Queensland Reds’ co-captain Liam Wright has declared 2025 must be the season that announces Tom Lynagh as a Wallabies’ five-eighth for the long haul, after the departure of his “big brother” mentor.
“I’m departing Queensland a better player, leader and man, and I’m so grateful to have been able to play for this team, my home. I have no doubt there’s a lot of success to come,” O’Connor said. The Reds improved during Kiss’ first year at the helm, finishing fifth while conquering three New Zealand outfits, however two fatal flaws cruelled them of a home final.The first was slow starts away from home, as they found themselves behind early against the Western Force, Moana Pasifika and Fijian Drua, before staring down a 28-0 deficit in their quarter-final loss to the Chiefs.
However, Wright backed the 21-year-old to thrive with the extra responsibility – even without O’Connor’s mentorship.
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