The John Eales Medal is awarded to honour the best Australian rugby union player each year.
The medal is named after John Eales, arguably the most successful captain in the history of Australian Rugby.
Voting for the John Eales Medal is tallied after each Test match, with each Wallabies player awarding points on a 3–2–1 basis.
Naming this award after Australia's most successful captain ever is fully endorsed by the Players.
The winner of the 2021 medal, Michael Hooper, was honoured for a record fourth time.