The Welsh have not beaten the Wallabies since 2008 losing their last nine matches against them.Most of those defeats against the Australians were by four points or less.The first time I came into the squad was on the back of beating them in 2008, so you always have the belief when playing these teams.
Australia have obviously been that smidge better than we have been over those nine fixtures.
Wales also face Fiji, New Zealand and South Africa in November and Warburton sees it as ideal preparation for the 2015 World Cup.
Warren Gatland's side and Australia have been drawn in the same pool as hosts England for the tournament.
Warburton said "It is a massive opportunity for the squad,".And it is coming to the time, which we have said year after year, with the World Cup on the horizon and the senior players in the group, that we really do have to get a win over one of these teams if we are to be considered one of the best in the world.That's why I respect the England team of 2003.
They sent a real message to world rugby when they had their autumn series they turned over all three of them (Australia, New Zealand and South Africa)
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