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World Cup dream alive as Roosters star defects to rugby

Angus Crichton looks set to walk out on the Roosters and return to rugby union. (Steven Markham/AAP PHOTOS)

Angus Crichton is in the frame to play inside centre for the Wallabies at the 2027 Rugby World Cup after confirming a bombshell code switch from the Sydney Roosters.

The NRL premiership winner will leave the Roosters after 2026, having agreed to a one-year deal with Rugby Australia that includes an option for a second season.

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