In addition, they played a tour match against one of Australia's domestic clubs, the Brumbies, at Canberra Stadium.

Before flying to Australia, Wales also held a one-off match at home so that Rob Howley, the caretaker coach, could finalise the squad.

During this tour, Wales were attempting to regain the James Bevan Trophy they lost in 2009, when Australia beat them 33–12 in Cardiff.

Towards the end of May, the bulk of the Welsh squad left for Australia, leaving a handful of players to face the Barbarians.

After Wales' win over the Barbarians, the few players who had earned their place in the squad during the game left for Australia to join up with the team.