Eddie Jones has fronted the media for the first time since reports emerged he was secretly interviewed by Japanese rugby officials to take over as their head coach.
On Tuesday morning, Jones assured reporters he does not intend to take up a position with Japan, re-affirming his commitment to Rugby Australia.
He also stood by his decision to select young players for this year's Rugby World Cup — a tournament where the Wallabies crashed out in the pool stage.
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Eddie Jones press conference: Wallabies coach denies Japan rugby talks
Jones has denied reports he is set to return to the Japanese rugby fold for a second stint as head coach.
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, the 63-year-old was interviewed for the role just days before Australia’s Rugby World Cup campaign began in France.
"I haven’t been speaking to anyone, mate," Jones said.
The former England boss then indicated his intention to see out his five-year contract with the Wallabies, where he is set to lead Australia to the next World Cup in 2027.
"I am committed to Australian rugby, I want to leave it in a better place and that’s still the job," he added.
Eddie Jones stands by World Cup selection calls
Jones also doubled down on his prioritisation of youth over experience with his World Cup squad selection.
Australia notably exited this year's tournament in the pool stage — the nation's worst-ever result.
"The results were disappointing and everybody is gutted by it," he said.
"I stand by the decisions I made, and I think we have left Australian rugby in a better position.
"I came into the Wallabies [with] short preparation time, I had to make a quick decision on what we do ... I [decided] we’ve got to go with youth.
"That’s the best [decision] for Australia moving forward, and I still think I made the right decision there.
"We’ve got a lot of good young players there who are going to benefit from that experience at a World Cup ... and go onto the 2027 World Cup.
"Most of them showed during that World Cup that they’ve got enough to go forward and be very good players for Australia ... that’s the most positive thing."
Rugby Australia has announced it will soon conduct a review into the Wallabies’ recent World Cup showing.