He scored the opening try of the match and went on to hold his place as Australia's first choice number six despite strong competition. In 2005, Elsom re-signed with the Waratahs, which saw him stay at the New South Wales franchise until the end of the 2008 Super 14 season.
He initiated the match by scoring the opening attempt and secured his position as Australia's top pick number six despite strong opposition. In 2005, Elsom reaffirmed his commitment to the Waratahs, which kept him affiliated with the New South Wales team until the end of the 2008 Super 14 season.