Tomas Albornoz Returns: Pumas Aim for Historic Rugby Triumph

Tomas Albornoz returns to the Argentine Rugby Pumas squad for the final Rugby Championship matches after recovering from a finger injury. Albornoz, who is transferring to Toulon, will replace Nicolas Roger. The Pumas aim to win their first Southern Hemisphere championship after recent victories and a historic win over New Zealand.

Tomas Albornoz has rejoined the Argentine Pumas for their final Rugby Championship matches against South Africa. Previously sidelined due to a dislocated finger, Albornoz made his comeback possible, bolstering the Pumas' chances for victory.

His return is strategically significant for Argentina, having shifted from Italian club Benetton to French club Toulon. Santiago Carreras interim substitution led to a narrow 28-24 defeat to the Wallabies, countered by a 28-26 victory in Sydney, fueling their championship ambitions.

Currently, each team shares two wins and two defeats, making bonus points critical. Argentina will face South Africa in Durban before meeting them again in London. With Albornoz back, Nicolas Roger exits the squad, and Leonel Oviedo joins ahead of a critical match, according to a statement.

(With inputs from agencies.)