Wales have named their strongest available team for Friday's rugby World Cup third place playoff against Australia.

Coach Warren Gatland's made three changes to the side which lost 9 8 to France in the semi finals, one forced by captain Sam Warburton's three week ban.

Toby Faletau moves from number eight to openside flanker in place of Warburton.

Ryan Jones comes in at number eight and prop Paul James starts in place of the injured Adam Jones.

The match kicks off 7.30pm this Friday.

Meanwhile, the All Blacks play France on Sunday at 9pm in the RWC final and you can catch the live commentary on our sister station Viti FM with Malakai Veisamasama and Ilivasi Tabua.

Story by: Dhanjay Deo
Source: Radio NZ