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Brad Thorn's praise for the Reds tradies who fell short against Crusaders

Brad Thorn is optimistic his Queensland Reds' tradies will benefit from the ultimate apprenticeship after bowing out in a Super Ru…

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03 Jun 2022, 20:10

'Go out there and back ourselves': How Brumbies plan to beat Hurricanes

Brumbies captain Allan Alaalatoa says a 23-man effort will be needed for his side to keep their Super Rugby Pacific season alive o…

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03 Jun 2022, 19:46

Waratahs put Chiefs on notice as they eye Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final upset

The Waratahs are preparing to go down with all guns blazing when they take on the Chiefs for a Super Rugby Pacific semi-final bert…

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03 Jun 2022, 19:35

Crusaders overcome spirited Reds to qualify for Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals

The Crusaders have qualified for the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after overcoming a staunch Reds outfit for a second week runn…

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03 Jun 2022, 2:17

Force star wants Super Rugby Pacific title after signing contract extension

Western Force flanker Tim Anstee is eyeing off title success after becoming the latest player to re-sign for the Perth-based franc…

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02 Jun 2022, 21:21

'These opportunities don't come around often': Michael Hooper's message to Waratahs

Michael Hooper is urging the Waratahs to seize the moment and not let an opportunity slip in Saturday's do-or-die Super Rugby Paci…

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02 Jun 2022, 18:23

Wallabies receive welcome injury news as star lock confident of facing England

A star Wallabies lock is confident he will be out of his moon boot and ready to roll for the three-test series against England.

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02 Jun 2022, 17:48

The weapons that the Reds are banking on to finish off the Crusaders

The Reds will line up for the sudden-death clash on Friday night after also taking on the Crusaders in the final round of the regu…

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01 Jun 2022, 21:34

'A monumental moment': New Zealand Rugby's Silver Lake deal finally gets the green light

New Zealand Rugby's Silver Lake has finally been given approval after the 26 provincial unions voted 89 to 1 in favour of the prop…

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01 Jun 2022, 18:38

Deans say Australia 'can only take so much punishment' as England series looms

Former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans believes Eddie Jones will need all his magic tricks to guide England to another series victory…

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01 Jun 2022, 1:05

Social media restrictions on the cards for prized Tonga call-up Israel Folau

Israel Folau will be a prized addition to Tongan rugby but will have restrictions on what he posts on social media, along with all…

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01 Jun 2022, 0:58

'The brawls, the big hits': Reds channeling Origin in lead-up to Crusaders clash

The Queensland Reds have turned to rugby league's State of Origin for some Maroon inspiration as they plot a monumental Super Rugb…

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31 May 2022, 19:32

Koroibete confirms availability for England series with more Japan-based stars expected to follow

Koroibete on Tuesday night pledged his commitment to the Wallabies for the July three-Test series, certain to be one of the three …

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31 May 2022, 13:27

Australia-raised trio named in Japan's squad

Australian-raised trio Jack Cornelsen, Ben Gunter and Dylan Riley have been named in Japan's 34-man training squad for their mid-y…

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31 May 2022, 13:22

'Winning builds confidence': Brumbies' mental hurdle ahead of Super quarter

Prop Scott Sio admits the Brumbies' preparation for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs has been less than ideal, but he's backing th…

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31 May 2022, 2:16

'Nothing is impossible': Waratahs keen to add Chiefs to Kiwi hit list

The Waratahs say their recent taste of beating Kiwi teams has "humanised" their trans-Tasman rivals ahead of their Super Rugby Pac…

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30 May 2022, 22:58

'The boys owe a lot to Dan': Brumbies eye finals run for departing head coach

The Brumbies say departing coach Dan McKellar deserves to go out a winner as they begin preparations for the Super Rugby Pacific f…

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30 May 2022, 0:31

'We're not going to be star struck': Reds reveal plan to contain Richie Mo'unga

The Reds insist his team won't be "star struck" by gun Crusaders five-eighth Richie Mo'unga in their Super Rugby Pacific showdown …

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30 May 2022, 0:08

Robbie Deans secures fifth Japanese title with Wild Knights

Tries from the Australian connection of Marika Koroibete and Dylan Riley have secured Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights the inaugural…

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29 May 2022, 2:52

NRL star rules out return to rugby union

Angus Crichton says he has no intention of leaving the Sydney Roosters despite a salary cap squeeze leaving a question mark over h…

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29 May 2022, 1:08

Rebels win but the Highlanders' season is still alive

Melbourne have edged the Highlanders 31-30 in their final round clash but the Kiwi team grabbed a bonus point to leapfrog the West…

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28 May 2022, 23:33

'We're going to give him a crack': Waratahs want to unleash game-breaking centre on the Chiefs

The NSW Waratahs will give game-breaking centre Izaia Perese every chance to prove his fitness as the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific sea…

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28 May 2022, 21:24

'The club was on its knees': Force's big scalp a reward for outgoing head coach

The outgoing Western Force coach and three of their retiring former Test players got their perfect Super Rugby Pacific home send-o…

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28 May 2022, 14:49

Dramatic finish sees Force keep alive playoff qualification hopes

The Western Force have kept their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes alive with a dramatic 27-22 home win over the Hurricanes. A 74t…

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28 May 2022, 8:37

Blues secure record 13th consecutive win with last-gasp drop goal

The depleted Blues have dealt the NSW Waratahs a reality check with a last-gasp 20-17 Super Rugby Pacific victory in Sydney. A dro…

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28 May 2022, 6:13

Eddie Jones-Robbie Deans coaching rivalry set to open new chapter in Japan

A coaching duel spanning more than 20 years provides its latest chapter in Tokyo when the Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights tackle S…

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27 May 2022, 22:59

Chiefs edge Fijian Drua in Lautoka thriller to clinch home quarter-final

The Chiefs have survived a late Fijian Drua onslaught in front of a boisterous Lautoka crowd to clinch a home Super Rugby Pacific …

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27 May 2022, 22:13

'They haven't started well': Rebels detail plan to beat Highlanders

Looking to finish their inconsistent Super Rugby Pacific season on a high, Melbourne coach Kevin Foote says his team can take a lo…

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27 May 2022, 19:08

Crusaders beat Reds to finish second in Super Rugby Pacific regular season

The Crusaders have ensured they will host the Reds for a second week running in the Super Rugby Pacific quarter-finals after beati…

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27 May 2022, 2:26

'We're trying to chase a Super Rugby title': Waratahs target silverware after winless 2021

Waratahs captain Jake Gordon has lauded his teammates' character and resolve as they target one of the great revivals in Super Rug…

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26 May 2022, 21:36

Former All Black who demanded finger amputation for Springboks tour dies aged 87

A famously tough All Black who ordered doctors to amputate a finger to ensure he didn't miss a tour to South Africa, has died aged…

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26 May 2022, 21:12

Wallabies flanker's stark admission ahead of Super Rugby quarter-finals

Liam Wright thinks a lot of people have written his Queensland Reds off and history makes it easy to see why.

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26 May 2022, 2:06

Reds facing the prospect of back-to-back to showdowns with kings of Super Rugby

Queensland don't know whether to pack for two days or 10 but are ready for anything at the pointy end of the Super Rugby Pacific s…

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25 May 2022, 7:11

'It's only good for Australian rugby': Rebels aim to help Aussie rival make Super finals

The Rebels could hold the Force's fate in their hands, with the Perth team contending with the Highlanders for the eighth and fina…

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24 May 2022, 23:30

Blues hopeful of Clarke's return for Super Rugby Pacific playoffs

One of the most potent attacking weapons in the game, Clarke pulled up injured during the 21-19 win over the Brumbies in Canberra …

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24 May 2022, 13:23

Western Force creep closer to finals berth with win over Moana Pasifika

Western Force have kept their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes alive after snapping their losing streak with a key 48-28 win over …

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24 May 2022, 3:23

Injury-plagued Reds set to welcome back Wallabies flanker for Crusaders clash

The likely return of a Wallabies flanker has provided a timely morale boost for the injury-hit Queensland Reds ahead of their matc…

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23 May 2022, 23:24

Wallaby flyhalf O'Connor in doubt for England series and will miss Super Rugby Pacific playoffs

O'Connor was on Monday diagnosed with a low grade hamstring tear after suffering the injury during the second half of the Reds' 34…

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22 May 2022, 23:20

All Blacks and Wallabies stars to clash in Japan Rugby League One final

The trans-Tasman influence on Japan Rugby League One has manifested itself on the inaugural final, where Suntory Sungoliath and t…

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22 May 2022, 15:00

Brumbies eyeing up finals clash with key Aussie rivals

The Brumbies are on a likely collision course with the NSW Waratahs or Queensland Reds in the Super Rugby Pacific finals, with the…

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22 May 2022, 13:07

Waratahs break Super Dunedin hoodoo with win over Highlanders

The NSW Waratahs have shown they won't just be making up the numbers in the Super Rugby Pacific finals with a rousing 32-20 away…

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21 May 2022, 23:41

Blues steal victory from Brumbies with post-buzzer Beauden Barrett drop goal

The Brumbies looked to have snatched a victory from the Blues in Canberra with a late-game try to hooker Billy Pollard but a post-…

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21 May 2022, 5:04

Hurricanes stay in touching distance of top four spot with win over Rebels

The Hurricanes have remained within touching distance of the Chiefs in their hunt for a top four finish in Super Rugby Pacific.

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21 May 2022, 2:00

Quinn Tupaea hat-trick steers Chiefs to dominant win over Force

A hat-trick to Quinn Tupaea, and an impactful two-try cameo by Samisoni Tuakei'aho, has propelled the Chiefs to a big win over the…

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20 May 2022, 23:39

James O'Connor injury scare sours Reds win

James O'Connor's latest injury setback has soured a Queensland Reds win that snapped a four-game Super Rugby Pacific losing streak…

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20 May 2022, 6:01

Crusaders show class by running rampant to dismantle Fijian Drua

The gulf in class between Super Rugby Pacific's best and worst teams was clear to see on Friday when the Crusaders dismantled the …

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20 May 2022, 1:57

Sydney Roosters respond to cross-code speculation surrounding off-contract star

The Sydney Roosters have responded to speculation about a potential cross-code move to rugby union involving one of their star pla…

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20 May 2022, 0:04

'I think everyone in that review meeting on Monday was embarrassed'

Western Force coach Tim Sampson hasn't given up on the finals just yet despite a disastrous fortnight which has left the Super Rug…

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19 May 2022, 23:15

Rebels out for redemption against Hurricanes after blowing win over Chiefs

After blowing a vital win on the siren last round, the Rebels' theme for their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes is ab…

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19 May 2022, 22:08

Australian youngster reveals why he rejected Japan for shot at Wallabies

Fresh from confirming his future with Australian rugby, lock Nick Frost has explained why he turned his back on a big-money Japan …

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19 May 2022, 21:49

Australia included in revived Pacific Nations Cup tournament in July

Ex-Wallabies star Israel Folau could line up against his former nation in July after Australia was included in the revived Pacific…

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19 May 2022, 17:39

Dave Rennie opens up on Wallabies selection chances for Japan-bound Tom Banks

Tom Banks may be set to head off to Japan on a multi-million dollar deal, but that doesn't mean he won't feature for the Wallabies…

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19 May 2022, 17:22

The message from NRL supercoach Wayne Bennett that Brad Thorn remembers

Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn has turned to the sage words of his former NRL mentor Wayne Bennett as they attempt to halt a fou…

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18 May 2022, 20:28

Queensland Reds boosted by the return of Wallaby No 8

Harry Wilson says the Queensland Reds are in a good head space despite the run of losses that has seen their Super Rugby Pacific t…

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17 May 2022, 13:22

Two Wallabies set to return for Waratahs against Highlanders

Test stars Michael Hooper and Ned Hanigan are set to line up against the Highlanders on Sunday as the Waratahs look to balance pla…

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17 May 2022, 3:05

Nic White turns down Japanese mega offer to re-sign with Rugby Australia

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie said it was a coup to have White recommit to Australia ahead of the flagship tournament, with the 31-y…

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16 May 2022, 15:47

'It's not David and Goliath': Brumbies insist they can match the Blues

The Brumbies insist they have the game to match the Blues, but know execution will be key in their Super Rugby Pacific top-of-the …

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16 May 2022, 15:43

Rebels pipped by Chiefs as unsung hero snatches last minute try

Melbourne's quest for Super Rugby Pacific redemption has fallen just short, with the Rebels going down to the Chiefs 33-30 in a Su…

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14 May 2022, 23:25

Hurricanes overcome big deficit to steal victory from Waratahs

Despite staring own the barrel of a big deficit at halftime, the Hurricanes have scored another win over Australian opposition.

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14 May 2022, 5:28

Blues overpower Reds to clinch 11th straight Super Rugby Pacific win

The Blues have proven too good for the Reds at Eden Park, running in eight tries to beat the Queenslanders 53-26 in Auckland.

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14 May 2022, 1:48

Fijian Drua topple Moana Pasifika in first-ever all-Pacific Super Rugby clash

The Fijian Drua have clinched their second win of the Super Rugby Pacific season, beating Pacific rivals Moana Pasifika in their f…

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14 May 2022, 0:17

'Embarrassment': Rebels out to regain respect against Chiefs after Blues humiliation

Admitting they were embarrassed by their Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Blues, the Rebels are looking to regain respect when they…

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13 May 2022, 20:02

Response to Crusaders loss will be be season-defining for Brumbies

Captain Allan Alaalatoa has said that how the Brumbies respond to their second defeat of the Super Rugby Pacific season will be vi…

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13 May 2022, 15:30

Crusaders survive Brumbies fightback in Canberra thriller

A late-game fightback from the Brumbies has come to nought with the Crusaders securing an important win in Canberra on Friday nigh…

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13 May 2022, 4:39

Highlanders prove too good for Force to clinch third win on the bounce

The Highlanders have proven too good for the Western Force, thumping the visitors at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin to score a re…

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13 May 2022, 2:06

Waratahs to bring 'humble confidence' into latest NZ clash

In coach speak, the NSW Waratahs will carry "a humble confidence" into Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific crunch match

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13 May 2022, 1:33

'He wants to stay': Dave Rennie confident of keeping Taniela Tupou in Australia

Taniela Tupou says he's nearing a decision on his rugby future as he weighs up a rich overseas move, but Wallabies coach Dave Renn…

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12 May 2022, 20:35

How James O'Connor's return against Blues could shape race for Wallabies No 10 role

It's unclear who will be Australia's No 10 against England, but James O'Connor's injury return against the Blues may go some way t…

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12 May 2022, 20:02

The multi-million dollar benefit of back-to-back World Cups in Australia

Rugby Australia has outlined how much it estimates hosting back-to-back World Cups in 2027 and 2029 will generate for the cash-str…

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12 May 2022, 19:45

'Never say never': Michael Hooper unlikely to feature at 2027 World Cup

He's adopting the "never say never" approach but Wallabies captain Michael Hooper concedes a home Rugby World Cup in 2027 is likel…

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12 May 2022, 16:36

Australia to host two Rugby World Cups

Australia will host the men's 2027 and women's 2029 Rugby World Cups in a game-changer for the cash-strapped code Down Under.

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12 May 2022, 3:39

What the Force are reading into the Highlander's No 10 change-up

Western Force coach Tim Sampson is confident his "rock-solid" 10-12 pairing will be able to cope with the Highlanders' selection c…

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12 May 2022, 2:05

History against Brumbies side shorn of in-form Noah Lolesio and Rob Valetini

As good as the Brumbies' Super Rugby Pacific form has been this season, they'll be defying history should they knock off the Crusa…

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12 May 2022, 1:56

2027 World Cup in Australia could attract 200k visitors

The Sydney Harbour Bridge will be lit up in green and gold as Australian rugby awaits confirmation of two World Cups for the count…

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12 May 2022, 1:38

'Great era' dawning for Australian rugby

Two years after financial turmoil forced serious consideration of a return to amateurism, Australian rugby will be looking to the …

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11 May 2022, 2:26

The crucial attribute James O'Connor will bring back to the Reds at Eden Park

Queensland's game of musical chairs will continue at Eden Park but in James O'Connor's return, the frustrated side is anticipating…

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11 May 2022, 2:02

Force lose Wallabies hopeful ahead of crucial Hurricanes skirmish

Western Force coach Tim Sampson is optimistic scrumhalf Issak Fines-Leleiwasa can overcome a foot injury in time to play again thi…

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11 May 2022, 1:54

Japan score shock win over Australia in final game of Spring tour

An off-night with the boot from Lori Cramer and some impatient play has cost the Wallaroos in a reality-check 12-10 test loss to J…

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10 May 2022, 2:36

Ex-Wallabies duo return from Japan to boost Waratahs' title hopes

With two key reinforcements arriving from Japan, the Waratahs say a home final is "critical" to their Super Rugby Pacific title am…

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09 May 2022, 22:46

NFL, suspension and the pandemic can't stop Patu becoming most capped

A flirtation with the women's NFL, a lengthy suspension and then COVID-19 were all hurdles at Liz Patu had to conquer.

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09 May 2022, 1:12

Noah Lolesio reveals why he spurned Japanese offer to stay at Brumbies

Brumbies star Noah Lolesio has lifted the lid behind why he re-sign with Australian rugby rather than pursue a big-money offer in …

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09 May 2022, 0:10

'We're still behind the Kiwis': Waratahs coach makes frank admission despite positive results

They may be getting a little "greedy" but NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman is sure they aren't getting ahead of themselves as a S…

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07 May 2022, 22:33

'In the media it's a good story line': Robertson responds to talk of Crusaders era being over

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has praised his team's ability to overcome adversity as the 12-time champions gear up for a season…

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07 May 2022, 14:21

Double hat-tricks help Crusaders to sizeable win over Force

After suffering a shock loss to the Waratahs in New South Wales last weekend, the Crusaders have bounced back to thrash the Wester…

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07 May 2022, 4:55

Brumbies topple Chiefs to clinch third straight win over Kiwi team

The Brumbies have defeated the Chiefs to claim their third Kiwi scalp and further enhance their Super Rugby Pacific title credenti…

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07 May 2022, 1:53

Moana Pasifika surrender strong early lead to fall short against Waratahs

Moana Pasifika have surrendered a strong early lead, and a half-time advantage, to fall short against the Waratahs at Mt Smart Sta…

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06 May 2022, 23:25

'Embarrassing': Reds captain Tate McDermott unloads after Highlanders loss

Reds skipper Tate McDermott has ripped his team's "embarrassing" defence and complacency after surrendering another lead to to los…

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06 May 2022, 15:17

Highlanders survive two yellow cards to bank crucial win over Reds

The Highlanders have survived two first-half yellow cards to Josh Dickson and Marino Mikaele-Tu'u to best the Reds in Queensland o…

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06 May 2022, 4:46

Wallaroos win after 956-day Test drought

The Wallaroos have celebrated ending their 956-day rugby Test match drought with an impressive 36-19 defeat of Fiji in Brisbane.

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06 May 2022, 2:31

Blues overcome early scare to score 11 tries and thrash Melbourne Rebels

The Blues have thumped the Melbourne Rebels 71-28 at Eden Park in Auckland to stay at the top of Super Rugby Pacific.

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06 May 2022, 1:56

How the Force plan to 'write a bit of history' against Crusaders

Western Force captain Feleti Kaitu'u wants his team to write a new winning chapter in their history with the Crusaders in Perth.

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06 May 2022, 1:02

'He is pretty much impossible to stop': Waratahs target Moana Pasifika star

The Waratahs are targeting a former championship-winning teammate as the danger man in Saturday's first-time Super Rugby Pacific m…

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06 May 2022, 0:26

Dan McKellar issues challenge to Brumbies ahead of season-defining fixtures

Dan McKellar is challenging his charges to go the distance as the Brumbies enter a season-shaping three-match stretch against Supe…

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05 May 2022, 19:29

Coleman suggests Moana Pasifika match a bigger challenge than Crusaders

Hoping to stamp out complacency, coach Darren Coleman has branded the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with lowly Moana Pas…

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05 May 2022, 4:26

'We are ambitious': Rebels eyeing back to back wins at Eden Park

Melbourne Rebels have clawed their way into Super Rugby Pacific finals contention and victory over the competition-leading Blues w…

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05 May 2022, 4:10

Crusaders pinpoint where things have suddenly gone so wrong

The Crusaders have grappled for the past week with the causes of a form slump that has damaged their title chances in Super Rugby …

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05 May 2022, 4:00

No excuses for Thorn: 'If you put on the maroon jersey we expect you to do the job'

Queensland coach Brad Thorn is dismissing talk the Reds can't beat the Highlanders without injured Wallabies trio Taniela Tupou, H…

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05 May 2022, 2:24

Dave Rennie not surprised at Australia's improving Super Rugby fortunes

The improved results of Australian Super Rugby Pacific teams may have surprised many but not Wallabies coach Dave Rennie, who said…

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05 May 2022, 2:14

Sampson highlights 'interesting stat' that gives Force hope against Crusaders

Western Force flanker Kane Koteka will miss the rest of the Super Rugby Pacific season with a foot injury.

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04 May 2022, 2:13

Reds lose Tupou but welcome back Petaia, Vunivalu for Highlanders

The Queensland Reds hope some added strike power on the flanks will offset the loss of devastating prop Taniela Tupou for the Supe…

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04 May 2022, 1:55

Brumbies star eager to right Super Rugby Trans-Tasman wrongs against Chiefs

Australia's top-ranked Super Rugby Pacific side, the Brumbies, have some unfinished business in New Zealand, starting with the Chi…

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02 May 2022, 23:33

'Outstanding': Dave Rennie confirms game time for Michael Hooper's young Wallabies rival

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says Fraser McReight will get his test chances this year as he continues to push skipper Michael Hoope…

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02 May 2022, 0:06

Dave Rennie optimistic of Bledisloe Cup success following recent Australian wins

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie is counting on growing confidence in Australian players against Kiwi opposition to help snap a 19-year…

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01 May 2022, 23:46

Reds star Taniela Tupou in doubt for rest of Super Rugby Pacific season

The Queensland Reds will seek further advice on Taniela Tupou's injured calf in the hope he can return for the Super Rugby Pacific…

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01 May 2022, 23:32

Wallabies confirm Thursday Bledisloe test as well as a unique venue to play Springboks

The Wallabies will play their first mid-week Test in 28 years, attempting to wrest back the Bledisloe Cup from the All Blacks on a…

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01 May 2022, 14:34

Brumbies blow away the Hurricanes for second straight win over Kiwi sides

A breathtaking Rob Valetini try has helped the Brumbies take down a New Zealand opponent for a second straight week, knocking off …

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01 May 2022, 0:47

Rebels lock in Aussie Super Saturday

The Melbourne Rebels have made it a Super Saturday for Australian teams, backing up the NSW Waratahs' shock win with a 26-22 victo…

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30 Apr 2022, 5:26

Waratahs flyhalf overcome with emotion after shock win over Crusaders

The NSW Waratahs are savouring a win for the ages after lighting up Leichhardt Oval with a rousing 24-21 Super Rugby Pacific victo…

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30 Apr 2022, 3:49

Highlanders forced to dig deep to fight off spirited Drua in Suva

The Highlanders have survived an almighty scare from the Fijian Drua, fighting back from a 21-10 deficit to score a 27-24 victory …

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29 Apr 2022, 23:30

Wallabies star injured as Reds fall short to Chiefs

Taniela Tupou has limped off with a calf injury and the Queensland Reds' horror record against New Zealand Super Rugby rivals wors…

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29 Apr 2022, 6:26

Reds star James O'Connor targets injury comeback match against Blues

Injured Wallabies playmaker James O'Connor hopes to be playing in mid-May, setting him up for Australia's blockbuster three-test s…

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28 Apr 2022, 23:06

Uncapped Wallabies giant set to return for Rebels after 13 calf injuries

Rebels prop Pone Fa'amausili is looking to take out a year's worth of frustration on Moana Pasifika when they host the Super Rugby…

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28 Apr 2022, 22:48

Western Force reveal new strategy: 'Dwelling on it hasn't been serving us well'

The Western Force have avoided focusing on their recent run of horror starts in a bid to overcome the worrying trend in Friday nig…

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28 Apr 2022, 2:11

Moana Pasifika adamant: 'We won't be playing any make-up games the next few weeks'

Moana Pasifika are taking the positives out of their fourth Covid-forced Super Rugby Pacific match postponement, saying they're br…

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28 Apr 2022, 1:43

Reds flyer Vunivalu sidelined again ahead of Chiefs clash

Suliasi Vunivalu's dreadful injury run since switching codes has continued with the Queensland Reds winger a late scratching to fa…

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27 Apr 2022, 19:10

Western Force reveal extent of Covid, injury afflictions

Western Force coach Tim Sampson insists there was simply no way he could have fielded a team last week after COVID-19 ripped throu…

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27 Apr 2022, 3:19

Jordan Petaia remains on ice while Waratahs struck by hooking crisis

The Queensland Reds will keep Jordan Petaia on ice with an eye to the Super Rugby Pacific finals while the Waratahs face a hooking…

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27 Apr 2022, 3:03

Ian Foster predicts Super Rugby Pacific's red card flurry to continue in test rugby

All Blacks coach Ian Foster expects the flurry of red cards seen in Super Rugby to continue in test matches this season.

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26 Apr 2022, 21:08

'It's the right time in my career': Godwin quits Force for Top 14

Western Force vice-captain Kyle Godwin will depart the club at the end of the Super Rugby Pacific season to join Lyon, the French …

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26 Apr 2022, 1:53

Wallaby flanker McReight ready to push All Black captain Sam Cane

Fraser McReight says he's committed to Australian rugby as the Queensland Reds flanker continues to ram home his case for more Tes…

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25 Apr 2022, 20:28

Waratahs prop Angus Bell avoids suspension despite red card against Chiefs

Waratahs prop Angus Bell is free to face the Crusaders on Saturday after escaping suspension for a lifting tackle on Chiefs flanke…

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25 Apr 2022, 16:09

Crusaders reveal NRL team that they 'themed' an entire season on

Crusaders coach Scott Robertson has revealed he's based a Super Rugby campaign on the Melbourne Storm, using the NRL club as a "th…

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24 Apr 2022, 3:33

Rebels have no answer for Super Crusaders

Melbourne Rebels have been unable to square the ledger with the Kiwi teams, crashing to a 42-17 defeat by the heavyweight Crusader…

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24 Apr 2022, 3:22

Brumbies claim first Kiwi scalp of Super Rugby Pacific for Australian rugby

The Brumbies restored some pride in Australian rugby by claiming the first Kiwi scalp of Super Round with a hard-fought 28-17 vict…

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24 Apr 2022, 0:14

'Pretty gutted': Queensland Reds distraught as victory goes up in smoke

The Queensland Reds saw a Super Rugby Pacific victory go up in smoke after blowing an early lead to crash to a painful 30-17 defea…

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23 Apr 2022, 18:27

Hurricanes come back from 17 points down to tip over Reds

The Queensland Reds saw a Super Rugby Pacific victory go up in smoke after blowing an early lead to crash to a painful 30-17 defea…

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23 Apr 2022, 5:18

Blues hold strong for bonus point win over physical Fijian Drua

The Super Rugby Pacific ladder-leading Blues have been given a scare by battlers Fijian Drua before scrambling to a 35-18 victory …

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23 Apr 2022, 2:32

'This is history': Fijiana Drua claim Super W title to cap off unbeaten season

The Fijiana Drua have fought back to end the NSW Waratahs' long reign of Super W dominance and cap an unbeaten debut season with a…

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23 Apr 2022, 1:20

'I haven't even looked at their team list': Rebels captain's surprise Crusaders admission

Melbourne Rebels captain Michael Wells has taken a surprise approach to his side's Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Crusaders…

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22 Apr 2022, 21:35

'We weren't up to the task': Reds candid ahead of NZ clashes

Preparation for Queensland's Super Rugby Pacific match against the Hurricanes has been months in the making with the Reds targetin…

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22 Apr 2022, 12:02

Ill-discipline proves costly as Waratahs belted by Chiefs

NSW Waratahs' hopes of claiming an early Kiwi scalp at AAMI Park were brought undone by some dumb rugby, with the Chiefs capitalis…

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22 Apr 2022, 4:16

Chiefs captain Sam Cane eyes head-to-head clash with Waratahs star Michael Hooper

Chiefs captain Sam Cane is eager to go head-to-head with Waratahs star Michael Hooper as New Zealand and Australian teams meet in …

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21 Apr 2022, 18:50

'I'd love to': Caleb Clarke confirms NRL desire after next year's World Cup

Blues and All Blacks star Caleb Clarke has revealed his desire to follow his former sevens teammate into the NRL after next year's…

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21 Apr 2022, 18:27

Rebels boosted by return of Wallabies star ahead of Crusaders clash

The first of Melbourne's "Big Three" will make a timely return to AAMI Park on Sunday as the Rebels take on perennial rugby champi…

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20 Apr 2022, 1:02

Kalyn Ponga ends speculation of cross-code All Blacks move with new NRL deal

Kalyn Ponga has put an end to speculation about a possible All Blacks move, announcing that he will remain in the NRL until 2027.

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20 Apr 2022, 0:54

Reds dealt major injury blow as James O'Connor set for lengthy sideline spell

A James O'Connor injury has put a spanner in the Reds' plans to take down their New Zealand rivals and threatens to derail the pla…

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20 Apr 2022, 0:37

Super Round clash between Moana Pasifika and Force postponed due to Covid

COVID-19 cases in the Western Force squad have forced their Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika to be postponed.

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20 Apr 2022, 0:12

Ex-NRL star suffers serious spinal injury playing rugby union

Former Cronulla NRL flyer Nathan Stapleton has been hospitalised with a serious spinal injury after fracturing his neck while play…

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19 Apr 2022, 4:20

'Looking forward to it': How Reds plan to stun Hurricanes in Super Round

The Reds have switched gears to prepare for their Super Round clash with the Hurricanes in Melbourne this weekend, determined to l…

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19 Apr 2022, 1:01

'It's just excuse city really': Western Force vow to fix horror starts

The Western Force have vowed to find a fix for their horror starts after enduring yet another early flop during Saturday night's 4…

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16 Apr 2022, 19:26

Early-game Waratahs blitz too big a hurdle for Western Force

The NSW Waratahs have produced the hottest of starts to set up a 41-24 win over a depleted Western Force in their Super Rugby Paci…

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16 Apr 2022, 5:18

Hurricanes hold strong for nail-biting win over Highlanders

The Hurricanes have scored a 22-21 win over the Highlanders in Dunedin despite the home side leading the game with five minutes to…

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16 Apr 2022, 2:15

Vunivalu shuts down rumours: 'I'm not sure if my manager's not telling me anything'

Having made his long-awaited return for the Queensland Reds, Suliasi Vunivalu is set to turn his back on big dollars from NRL expa…

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16 Apr 2022, 1:03

Brad Weber injury marrs Chiefs' first home win of the season

The Chiefs have recorded a comfortable 45-12 win over Moana Pasifika to earn their first home victory of the Super Rugby Pacific s…

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15 Apr 2022, 23:22

Reds pounce on Rebels errors to secure third spot heading into Super Round

The Queensland Reds have snuffed out a spirited Melbourne Rebels fightback to secure a crucial 36-32 win in their Super Rugby Pac…

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15 Apr 2022, 5:04

Heroic Blues score historic victory over Crusaders in Christchurch

The Blues have held firm to record a 27-23 win over the Crusaders in Christchurch - their first at the venue since 2004.

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15 Apr 2022, 1:58

Western Force dealing with outbreak ahead of Waratahs game

The Western Force will be aiming to overcome a COVID-19 disruption and the heartbreak of their two most recent losses.

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15 Apr 2022, 1:58

Wallabies next head coach not a 'done deal' says Rugby Australia boss

Rugby Australia boss Andy Marinos says the race to be the next Wallabies coach is not a "closed shop" and rejected Brumbies coach …

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14 Apr 2022, 17:38

Kellaway switches position in search of more ball

Melbourne are hoping the switch of Andrew Kellaway to the centres for their Good Friday Super Rugby Pacific clash with Queensland.…

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14 Apr 2022, 1:32

Marinos addresses row over remarks that incensed Queensland Reds

Rugby Australia boss Andy Marinos says the race to be the next Wallabies coach is not a "closed shop".

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14 Apr 2022, 1:19

Taniela Tupou benched as Suliasi Vunivalu named for long-awaited Reds return

Queensland Reds halfback Tate McDermott has promised to shower Suliasi Vunivalu with high-balls in his Super Rugby Pacific injury …

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13 Apr 2022, 1:02

New Zealand rugby's apology to elite women players

New Zealand Rugby boss Mark Robinson has apologised to the country's elite women players after a cultural review found the governi…

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11 Apr 2022, 1:06

Brumbies score bonus point victory with four driving maul tries against Drua

Four tries sourced from mauls have helped the Brumbies power past Fijian Drua and return to the top of the Super Rugby Pacific lad…

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09 Apr 2022, 5:17

Fijiana Drua complete Super W clean sweep

Fijiana Drua have unveiled another weapon in their armoury as they completed a clean sweep of their regular season Super W matches…

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09 Apr 2022, 3:44

Melbourne Rebels captain's message following ill-disciplined win over Western Force

Melbourne Rebels captain Michael Wells says the onus is firmly on players to get their tackling technique right following a spate …

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08 Apr 2022, 18:38

Red card can't derail Rebels' nail-biting revenge win over Force

The Melbourne Rebels have overcome a red card to centre Ray Nu'u to post a gutsy 22-21 win over Western Force at HBF Park in Perth…

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08 Apr 2022, 6:26

Matt To'omua eager to impress Dave Rennie following Wallabies exclusion

Rebels veteran Matt To'omua is looking to remind Dave Rennie of his credentials after being overlooked for this week's Wallabies t…

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07 Apr 2022, 19:06

Wallabies eye five-test tour of Europe as part of World Cup preparation

The Wallabies are contemplating a five-test tour of Europe to finish the year as their path to the 2023 World Cup in France takes …

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05 Apr 2022, 23:32

'They'll be a different animal': Wallabies have done their homework after deep dive on England

Dave Porecki reckons the Wallabies could play England next week, so impressively detailed was the squad's three-day Gold Coast cam…

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05 Apr 2022, 22:15

Beauden Barrett has 'bounced back' from latest concussion scare

All Blacks five eighth Barrett, who only recently returned to action following a concussion suffered against Ireland in November, …

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05 Apr 2022, 13:26

'This is their chance to launch that': Rennie not ruling out a curveball from Eddie Jones' England side

Rennie insists he isn't focused on the inevitable mind games employed by the former Wallabies mentor, who has been backed until ne…

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04 Apr 2022, 20:31

Wallabies lock in venues for July test series against England

The Wallabies have confirmed the dates and venues of their three-test series against England in July, while the Wallaroos have ann…

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04 Apr 2022, 18:48

'A bit shocked': Force players react to axing of outgoing coach Tim Sampson

Force players are keen to send out coach Tim Sampson in style, starting with Friday night's grudge match against the Rebels in Per…

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04 Apr 2022, 16:51

Ex-All Blacks guru to boost Black Ferns

One of rugby union's most respected coaches, Wayne Smith, has signed up to help New Zealand's Black Ferns prepare for the Women's …

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04 Apr 2022, 1:22

'Difficult to watch': RA's plan to make Super Rugby Pacific more entertaining

Rugby Australia's brain trust will gather to discuss the state of the game after repeated calls from frustrated coaches to encoura…

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03 Apr 2022, 21:24

The Waratahs rookie fighting Australia's top stars for the Wallabies No 10 jersey

Ben Donaldson started the year battling for the Waratahs' No 10 jersey, but by July the emerging flyhalf might just be a Wallaby.

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03 Apr 2022, 20:50

Australia announced as preferred host for 2029 World Cup

Australia has been named World Rugby's preferred host of the 2029 Women's Rugby World Cup as the country continues to attract majo…

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03 Apr 2022, 16:39

Former rugby union prodigy at centre of NRL row

Andrew Johns has hit out at Wayne Bennett, accusing the Dolphins coach of double standards and poor form after he reportedly met w…

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03 Apr 2022, 2:37

Chiefs pip Hurricanes in NZ Super Rugby thriller

The Chiefs have held off a storming comeback from the Hurricanes to win their Super Rugby Pacific thriller 30-29.

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03 Apr 2022, 0:49

Reds outplay the Brumbies to take pole position on Super Rugby Pacific ladder

The Queensland Reds have defied another red card to end the Brumbies' unbeaten run and draw level with their Australian rivals at …

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02 Apr 2022, 4:20

Blues dispatch Moana Pasifika in rematch despite Caleb Clarke red card

The Blues have made it two wins over Moana Pasifika in five days after dispatching of their cross-town rivals 46-16 at Eden Park i…

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02 Apr 2022, 1:02

Ill-disciplined Drua pummeled by Michael Hooper-boosted Waratahs

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has made a successful comeback as the NSW Waratahs crushed an ill-disciplined Fijian Drua 38-14 t…

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01 Apr 2022, 4:16

Crusaders hold on for tight South Island derby win over Highlanders

The Crusaders have held on to overcome the Highlanders 17-14 in a tight South Island derby at Orangetheory Stadium in Christchurch…

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01 Apr 2022, 1:07

Reds boss Brad Thorn's challenge to the Brumbies ahead of heavyweight clash

Reds coach Brad Thorn has challenged Super Rugby Pacific rivals the Brumbies to take on his scrum in a spicy prelude to their late…

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31 Mar 2022, 20:43

Double setback strife for Fijian Drua

Fijian Drua have suffered a double setback ahead of Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific clash with the NSW Waratahs, forced to relo…

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31 Mar 2022, 2:05

O'Connor: Brumbies are the 'pinnacle of Australian rugby'

Top spot on the Super Rugby Pacific ladder will go on the line at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday, the Reds (5-1) able to jump the unb…

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30 Mar 2022, 22:23

Wallabies winger handed lifeline in top-of-the-table Super Rugby Pacific clash

Injury to Queensland Reds back Jock Campbell has provided Filipo Daugunu the chance to re-establish himself after the Wallabies wi…

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30 Mar 2022, 9:37

Billionaire owner's lofty ambitions for turning Western Force into a powerhouse

Incoming Western Force coach Simon Cron says he wouldn't have bothered jumping on board with the Perth-based franchise if it wasn'…

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29 Mar 2022, 13:45

Wallabies positions on the line as Reds look for revenge against undefeated Brumbies

The Super Rugby Pacific top-of-the-table clash between the unbeaten Brumbies and Queensland is looming as a juicy taster for next …

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29 Mar 2022, 0:04

Queensland Reds prop cops ban while Tom Banks receives warning

Queensland Reds prop Dane Zander will miss three rounds of Super Rugby Pacific for a dangerous tackle while Brumbies ace Tom Banks…

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28 Mar 2022, 15:18

Western Force lure Japan-based coach to Perth

Simon Cron has finally landed at a Super Rugby club with the Japan-based coach to take the reins at Western Force.

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27 Mar 2022, 15:38

Two-man advantage not enough for Waratahs as Reds rumble to victory

The Queensland Reds have defied simultaneous red and yellow cards to beat the NSW Waratahs 32-20 and stay second on the Super Rugb…

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26 Mar 2022, 4:04

Orange card called for following Brumbies' victory

Brumbies coach Dan McKellar has called for the introduction of an orange card following a "ridiculous" red card for Tom Banks in t…

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25 Mar 2022, 22:48

Blues fight off Highlanders in tense Super Rugby Pacific victory

The Blues have done enough to put the Highlanders away in a tight 32-25 Super Rugby Pacific victory at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dun…

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25 Mar 2022, 22:32

Red card not enough to halt Brumbies momentum in Perth

Brumbies fullback Tom Banks was handed a controversial red card and sent off to hospital with a suspected fractured cheekbone in h…

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25 Mar 2022, 7:25

Fijian Drua's second half assault can't prevent Rebels breaking 10-game streak

Melbourne have cracked their first win of the Super Rugby Pacific season, getting revenge on Fijian Drua with a spirited 42-27 vic…

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25 Mar 2022, 4:15

Rebels hoping the 'ultimate team man' can deliver victory over Drua in revenge match

Melbourne host the Fijian Drua at AAMI Park on Friday, with the game presenting as a prime opportunity for a breakthrough as the n…

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24 Mar 2022, 1:08

'A bit of a sore spot for us': Force aiming to knock the Brumbies off their perch

Western Force centre Kyle Godwin has set his sights on knocking the Brumbies off their perch on Friday night, saying the round-one…

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24 Mar 2022, 1:00

Suspect arrested in Hungary over Argentinian rugby player's death

A man suspected in the weekend killing of former Argentina rugby international Federico Martin Aramburu has been arrested in Hunga…

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23 Mar 2022, 19:14

Sonny Bill Williams steamrolls Barry Hall in less than two minutes

Sonny Bill Williams has blasted Barry Hall out inside two minutes and says Paul Gallen could be his next opponent.

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23 Mar 2022, 5:44

Brumbies select a new captain while Jamie Roberts earns first Waratahs start

The unbeaten Brumbies have opted to leave a host of key men in Canberra and named Ryan Lonergan as captain for Friday's Super Rugb…

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23 Mar 2022, 2:24

'He owes the Reds and RA': Ex-Wallabies star's message for Suliasi Vunivalu

Former cross-code Wallabies star Lote Tuqiri says Suliasi Vunivalu still owes rugby and that the World Cup carrot should be enough…

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22 Mar 2022, 21:09

'We're really killing the game': Ex-Wallabies great slams rugby's latest trend

Retired fullback-turned coach Latham is adamant the crowd-pulling forward shouldn't have a case to answer as he aims to feature in…

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22 Mar 2022, 19:08

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper ready for return to Super Rugby

The Wallabies captain enjoyed a one-year cameo in Japanese rugby last year before a foot injury in Australia's penultimate 2021 Te…

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21 Mar 2022, 21:44

Reds to fight Tupou's SANZAAR sanction for clean-out

A bullocking Tupou shunted Jahrome Brown from the ruck in the first half of the Reds' tight loss in Canberra, referee Damon Murphy…

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21 Mar 2022, 19:30

Taniela Tupou cited for potential foul play against Brumbies

Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou has been cited for alleged dangerous play in the Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific loss to the B…

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20 Mar 2022, 17:40

Wallabies boss Rennie was asked what he saw as England's strengths

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie is set to call on his full complement of overseas-based players when his side attempts to end the Eddi…

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20 Mar 2022, 5:41

Rennie names eight uncapped players in 40-man Wallabies squad while To'omua axed

To'omua was a shock omission from Rennie's 40-man squad named on Sunday for a three-day training camp on the Gold Coast next month…

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19 Mar 2022, 21:59

Josh Adams' amazing gesture to Italian rookie Ange Capuozzo

Amid the maelstrom at the final whistle in Cardiff following Italy's boilover win over Wales, an act of kindness from Josh Adams s…

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19 Mar 2022, 10:43

Resurgent Waratahs achieve feat not managed since 2020 with win over Rebels

The Waratahs have won back-to-back matches for the first time in 19 months and consigned Melbourne to more Super Rugby Pacific mis…

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19 Mar 2022, 4:03

Western Force land buzzer-beater penalty to snatch victory against Fijian Drua

The Western Force have snatched victory against the Fijian Drua, kicking a penalty after the full-time siren to claim a 20-18 win …

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18 Mar 2022, 23:02

Brumbies fight off Reds to take mantle as only undefeated side in Super Rugby

The Brumbies are still undefeated this Super Rugby Pacific season but Friday night's 16-12 victory over the Queensland Reds cert…

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18 Mar 2022, 4:11

The Western Force veteran tasked with stopping the Fijian Drua's rise

Force boss Tim Sampson will look to a veteran star as they look to counter the helter-skelter play of Fijian Drua on Saturday.

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17 Mar 2022, 21:35

Waratahs set to unleash teenage debutant as Michael Hooper nears return

Waratahs boss Darren Coleman has lauded a teenage prospect set to debut against the Rebels as Michael Hooper nears a return to act…

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17 Mar 2022, 20:24

Louis Lynagh still available for Wallabies or Italy after missing England ship

Louis Lynagh will have to wait to follow in the Test match footsteps of his dad Michael after being overlooked for his England deb…

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17 Mar 2022, 11:17

Brumbies looking to shut down Tupou in Super Rugby's top of the table clash

Still stinging after being shifted to the wrong side of Australian rugby's newest rivalry, Allan Alaalatoa has singled out rival p…

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16 Mar 2022, 23:46

Rugby Australia turn to sailing guru to oversee performance structures

Three silvers and a gold in Rio were collected a year after Conde had left the program for the AIS, where he remained until earlie…

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16 Mar 2022, 18:49

Banks and Petaia to go head-to-head in top-of-the-table Super Rugby clash

Jordan Petaia has retained his place at fullback while Liam Wright returns from injury for the Queensland Reds' top-of-the-table S…

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16 Mar 2022, 2:49

Queensland out to lay more misery on Brumbies after red-washed 2021

Young winger Josh Flook says Queensland are relishing the chance of testing themselves against the Super Rugby Pacific pace-settin…

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15 Mar 2022, 2:40

Waratahs lose captain Jake Gordon for up to a month

NSW Waratahs skipper Jake Gordon could be sidelined for the next month of Super Rugby Pacific with a hamstring injury.

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14 Mar 2022, 22:35

Concerning signs for New Zealand rugby

After 12 Super Rugby titles, the Crusaders often are a reliable bellwether for the state of New Zealand rugby.

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13 Mar 2022, 1:36

Waratahs overcome Force despite losing captain Gordon to injury pre-game

The NSW Waratahs have overcome the late withdrawal of skipper Jake Gordon to record a crucial 22-17 Super Rugby Pacific win over t…

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12 Mar 2022, 21:23

Georgia's Rugby World Cup pool locked in but more European qualifiers to be determined

Georgia pipped hosts Romania 26-23 in Bucharest on Saturday to seal their spot in Pool C where they will take on Australia, Fiji, …

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12 Mar 2022, 20:37

Brad Thorn asks for common sense following 'bizarre' game

Brad Thorn has pleaded for common sense to offset Super Rugby Pacific's pedantic officiating which again plagued the Queensland Re…

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12 Mar 2022, 9:11

Drua score three late-game tries to push Reds right to the siren

The Queensland Reds have avoided one of the great Super Rugby boilovers, surviving an incredible Fijian Drua comeback to win 33-28…

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12 Mar 2022, 3:32

'It's crucial to win': The season-defining implications of Waratahs vs Force match

It's crunch time for the Waratahs and Force as they battle to keep pace with Australia's Super Rugby Pacific heavyweights and rema…

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11 Mar 2022, 20:19

'A wonderful opportunity': Michael Cheika appointed Los Pumas coach

Newly appointed Argentina rugby coach Michael Cheika has told the Pumas he hopes to take them from being good to great.

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11 Mar 2022, 16:44

'We definitely need to see more: Winless Rebels boss calls out Wallabies stars

Rebels coach Kevin Foote is calling on his Wallabies players to do more after falling to four season-opening losses in a row.

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11 Mar 2022, 16:35

Brumbies consign Rebels to ninth-straight defeat despite triple sin-binning

Winger Tom Wright collected a double among the Brumbies' haul of six as they continued the Super Rugby Pacific misery for Melbou…

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11 Mar 2022, 3:17

New Reds skipper not worried about captain's injury curse

Despite the fate of his predecessors, Fraser McReight says it's a thrill to captain the Reds for the first time in Saturday's Supe…

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10 Mar 2022, 21:46

Breakout star Andrew Kellaway re-signs with Rugby Australia

Preparing for his first 2022 Super Rugby Pacific match, star winger Andrew Kellaway says he has no qualms about re-signing with Me…

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10 Mar 2022, 1:05

Waratahs' frustrations at not starting season 'three from three'

Stinging from two narrow defeats, the NSW Waratahs are targeting the next fortnight as critical to their Super Rugby Pacific final…

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09 Mar 2022, 1:18

Wallabies starlet Izaia Perese reveals why he re-signed with the Waratahs

Waratahs star Izaia Perese has lifted the lid on why he opted to re-commit to the Sydney-based franchise rather than look to play …

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07 Mar 2022, 20:56

How winless Rebels plan to bounce back following loss to Fijian Drua

The Rebels are trying to stay positive after a winless start to the Super Rugby Pacific season, with their round three loss to new…

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06 Mar 2022, 21:52

Injury toll mounts as Reds look to continue unbeaten start to 2022

The Queensland Reds face a tricky month navigating key injuries, with lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto the latest to join the list.

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06 Mar 2022, 18:19

'We didn't buckle there': Tahs take away positives from tight loss to Brumbies

The NSW Waratahs are continuing to take steps forward despite consecutive Super Rugby Pacific losses, according to captain Jake …

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05 Mar 2022, 19:44

Waratahs comeback ends in disappointment as Brumbies march on

The Brumbies have made it three straight wins to start the Super Rugby Pacific season, seeing off a dogged NSW Waratahs outfit for…

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05 Mar 2022, 3:19

Chiefs miss injury time penalty as Blues clinch first win of season

The Blues have clinched their first win of Super Rugby Pacific after some late goal-kicking drama ensured they walked away with a …

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04 Mar 2022, 21:30

'I caught a canoe to training': James O'Connor's bizarre lead-up to win over Force

Star Reds playmaker James O'Connor has revealed he was reduced to catching a canoe to training on Tuesday due to the devastating f…

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04 Mar 2022, 16:09

James O'Connor stars as Reds put a dampener on Western Force homecoming

Stand-in captain James O'Connor has produced a playmaking masterclass to lead the injury-hit Queensland Reds to a 29-16 win over t…

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04 Mar 2022, 6:20

Fijian Drua claim first Super Rugby Pacific victory

Fijian Drua have trampled the Melbourne Rebels' season further into the ground, coming from behind to claim their first Super Rugb…

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04 Mar 2022, 3:30

How the Waratahs plan to snap four-year winless run against Brumbies

The Waratahs will need to defy recent history if they're to knock off the Brumbies in round three of Super Rugby Pacific in Canber…

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03 Mar 2022, 20:43

Moana Pasifika face daunting Super Rugby debut

After two false starts Moana Pasifika at last will make their Super Rugby debut on Friday, facing a huge test against the 11-time …

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03 Mar 2022, 8:58

Force stand down two players over boozy flight, Wallaby to learn fate

Former Wallabies prop Greg Holmes is among three players at the Western Force who have gone into the bad books for drinking alcoho…

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03 Mar 2022, 1:46

Departing Wallaby handed Reds captaincy after injury crisis

A trio of injuries have paved the way for the Queensland Reds captaincy debut of Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to cap a rollercoaster week …

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02 Mar 2022, 9:43

The secret weapon the Western Force are set to drop on the Reds

Western Force coach Tim Sampson is banking on a few young players to run the Queensland Reds ragged in Friday night's Super Rugby …

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01 Mar 2022, 19:37

'That's a crazy stat': Why Waratahs are optimistic ahead of Brumbies skirmish

The Waratahs approach one of their biggest weeks of the Super Rugby Pacific season reeling from a disappointing loss, but spirits …

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01 Mar 2022, 4:07

'I thought our relationship was fine': Izack Rodda opens up on Brad Thorn rift

Western Force lock Izack Rodda hopes there's no bad blood between himself and Reds head coach, and his former boss, Brad Thorn.

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28 Feb 2022, 20:25

Fiji halfback Frank Lomani joins Drua ahead of relocated Rebels match

A flooded Suncorp Stadium has prompted the Fijian Drua to shift their maiden Super Rugby Pacific 'home' game on Friday to the Suns…

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28 Feb 2022, 17:01

'Not ideal': Reds forced to train in high school gym due to Brisbane flood

Brisbane's flood emergency has forced the Queensland Reds to train at a local high school gym on Monday after Ballymore was inunda…

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27 Feb 2022, 19:56

'The time is right': Tim Horan calls for young flyhalf to be fast-tracked into Wallabies squad

The 20-year-old was key to the Force's thumping 28-3 win over Melbourne, taking the line on to set up an early second-half try tha…

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26 Feb 2022, 20:23

'They need to learn how to handle situations': England's youngsters taught a lesson says Eddie Jones

Eddie Jones says less-experienced England players will learn valuable lessons from their 23-19 victory over Wales, where they led …

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26 Feb 2022, 20:12

Things go from bad to worse for Rebels with Wallaby Hodge sent off in Force defeat

Western Force have left Melbourne as the only winless Australian Super Rugby Pacific team, securing a 28-3 win in a disappointing …

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26 Feb 2022, 3:19

Brumbies crush Fijian Drua to cruise to Super Rugby Pacific victory

The Brumbies have turned on a ruthless display to crush newcomers Fijian Drua 42-3 in a Super Rugby Pacific blowout at Canberra St…

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25 Feb 2022, 22:01

Waratahs boss: 'Rome wasn't built in a day, but we're definitely building it'

Waratahs boss Darren Coleman insisted he'd still have a beer and wake up with a smile even after witnessing the most exasperating …

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25 Feb 2022, 18:37

Waratahs dominate territory, possession, but can't shake gutsy Reds

The Queensland Reds have burst the NSW Waratahs' bubble in a wet and wild Super Rugby Pacific derby in Sydney.

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25 Feb 2022, 3:11

Tributes flow following death of ex-All Blacks winger Joeli Vidiri aged 48

Former New Zealand winger Joeli Vidiri, who also represented Fiji, has died aged 48, the All Blacks announced on Friday.

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25 Feb 2022, 2:57

Rebels boss explains omission of youngster in favour of Matt Toomua

The Rebels have turned to Wallabies veteran Matt Toomua to steady their Super Rugby Pacific ship as they return to Melbourne for t…

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24 Feb 2022, 19:03

Waratahs coach heralds new dawn ahead of Reds derby

The NSW Waratahs are urging fairweather fans to come out and support their new-era Super Rugby Pacific team.

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24 Feb 2022, 9:27

Brad Thorn's parting message to lock Salakaia-Loto ahead of Premiership move

Brad Thorn will miss the skills and soft touch of Lukhan Salakaia-Loto at the Queensland Reds but doesn't begrudge his impending e…

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23 Feb 2022, 22:10

Five year battle comes to an end as Quade Cooper finally granted citizenship

Wallabies stalwart Quade Cooper is finally an Australian citizen following a five-year battle with immigration authorities.

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23 Feb 2022, 22:02

James O'Connor the ultimate litmus test for aspiring Wallaby

No hiding his desire to wear the Wallabies gold, emerging playmaker Ben Donaldson is relishing the chance to lock horns with veter…

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23 Feb 2022, 2:18

Force star looking to rebound after costing his side against over Brumbies

Western Force coach Tim Simpson is backing Kyle Godwin to rebound strongly from two costly mistakes in a heartbreaking Super Rugby…

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22 Feb 2022, 20:45

'They're not letting us get on with it': Fiji Drua adapting to Aussie slow-down tactics

Mick Byrne will take the slow-down tactics as a compliment and expects a more composed Fijian Drua side to test the Brumbies now t…

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22 Feb 2022, 15:21

Georgians among three international sides to join Currie Cup

Georgia, Kenya and Zimbabwe will take part in South Africa's domestic Currie Cup tournament from April, offering an opportunity fo…

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21 Feb 2022, 6:45

Waratahs turn to rugby league legend ahead of rival clash with Reds

Rugby league legend Steve Roach looms as a secret weapon as the NSW Waratahs strive to turn Leichhardt Oval into their own fortres…

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20 Feb 2022, 22:08

Beale to sacrifice $500k in wages as Rugby Australia confirm his return

It's official: Kurtley Beale is returning home to Sydney and will be available for the Wallabies' blockbuster three-Test series wi…

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20 Feb 2022, 11:31

Tom Wright bails out the Brumbies with last-ditch play to win over the Force

Lachie Lonergan has downplayed his role in a last-ditch try that helped the Brumbies steal a 29-23 Super Rugby Pacific win over …

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19 Feb 2022, 23:21

Queensland Reds unsung fullback a mix of Darren Lockyer and Ben Smith says Thorn

Usually reserved as coach in his praise for his Queensland Reds, he has managed to compare his unsung fullback to both luminaries …

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19 Feb 2022, 15:57

'It doesn't matter what I think': Thorn just happy to have Harry Wilson after Wallabies snub

Harry Wilson has done as directed to help pilot the Queensland Reds to a 23-5 victory over the Melbourne Rebels in a dour Super Ru…

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19 Feb 2022, 14:21

Wilson's statement as Reds grind by Rebels

Harry Wilson has done as directed to help pilot the Queensland Reds to a 23-5 victory over the Melbourne Rebels

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19 Feb 2022, 3:35

'They definitely have a point to prove': Force recruits target Brumbies scalp

Allan Alaalatoa says a string of former ACT Brumbies will be playing with a point to prove when they return to GIO Stadium on Sund…

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18 Feb 2022, 23:19

Waratahs boss shares delight after 538-day winless run ends against Drua

Darren Coleman revealed in the euphoric aftermath to the Waratahs' drought-breaking 40-10 victory over Fijian Drua on Friday night…

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18 Feb 2022, 21:59

Tough welcome to Super Rugby Pacific for Fijian Drua in Waratahs clash

The Fijian Drua have endured a tough start to their inaugural Super Rugby campaign, going down 40-10 to the Waratahs in Parramatta…

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18 Feb 2022, 2:56

Brad Thorn assigns Wallabies special task in Reds' season-opener

Hunter Paisami and Fraser McReight have been ordered to provide the late-game muscle for the Queensland Reds after the Wallabies p…

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17 Feb 2022, 10:12

Can Australia's Super Rugby sides restore the faith in 2022?

Super Rugby Pacific's inaugural season is set to kick off on Friday night with the Waratahs hosting new-kids-on-the-block Fijian D…

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17 Feb 2022, 10:02

Brumbies defectors out to guide Force to victory over old team

Bayley Kuenzle endured a rough ride in 2021 but the Western Force recruit will hope to put all his troubles behind him when he lin…

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17 Feb 2022, 9:50

How the stars of the Super Rugby opener have sized each other up

For all NSW's planning, the Fijian Drua still hope to catch the Waratahs napping in Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific opener at S…

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17 Feb 2022, 8:33

'Mick the Kick' on hand to help Drua usher in new dawn for Fijian rugby

Fijians in even the most remote villages will find their way to a telecast of Friday's historic Super Rugby Pacific opener, wher…

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17 Feb 2022, 7:21

'I hope so': Rebels playmaker invites old teammates to have a crack at him

The 21-year-old will wear the No.10 against the Reds in their Super Rugby Pacific opener on Saturday night, having cut his teeth i…

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16 Feb 2022, 18:05

Unvaccinated Sitaleki Timani departs Western Force on eve of Super Rugby season

The Western Force have cut ties with Sitaleki Timani after the former Wallabies lock opted against having the Covid-19 vaccine.

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16 Feb 2022, 1:58

'Now is his time': Glory on the menu for Western Force

Western Force coach Tim Sampson is ignoring the naysayers as the club attempts to gatecrash the finals for a second straight seaso…

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16 Feb 2022, 1:51

O'Connor named for 100th match as Australian sides unveil opening week line-ups

The Australian Super Rugby Pacific teams have announced their line-ups for the opening week of the competition.

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16 Feb 2022, 1:23

New law variations revealed for 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season

A simple coin toss could play a key role in a team's chances of success in the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific season.

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15 Feb 2022, 20:45

'Everyone's blood's boiling': Waratahs target 'revenge story' in 2022

It's an old cliche that what doesn't kill you will only make you stronger. For the Waratahs, that cliche is also reality.

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14 Feb 2022, 20:01

'The thing is with Fiji, they can score from wherever': Rivals on notice ahead of Drua debut

Laughing off claims Fijian Drua will be the easybeats of Super Rugby Pacific, the NSW Waratahs are instead on guard against a firs…

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14 Feb 2022, 12:55

Brumbies duo itching for season to start after eight months out of action

The Super Rugby Pacific season can't come soon enough for game-starved Brumbies duo Tom Banks and Ryan Lonergan.

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14 Feb 2022, 12:50

How the Waratahs plan to bounce back from winless 2021 campaign

Bus-trip karaoke and vulnerable revelations of personal resilience have stripped the NSW Waratahs of last year's historically heav…

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13 Feb 2022, 16:08

'Watch this space': Queensland Reds backline reshuffle could see some surprises

But last year's domestic champions will still enter Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific opener against the Melbourne Rebels with many q…

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12 Feb 2022, 19:02

Waratahs' wall repels all-star Reds backline in Super revival

A defensive test deep within enemy territory has proved a crucial validation of the NSW Waratahs' improvement a week out from the …

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12 Feb 2022, 16:19

Wallaby star spotted in new position as Tahs bag trial game bragging rights

The NSW Waratahs showed they'll be a tougher Super Rugby Pacific prospect, while there was a Jordan Petaia sighting at fullback fo…

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12 Feb 2022, 5:18

RA outlines intention to develop Super Rugby pathways into Pacific

Rugby Australia says their focus is centred on progressing an expanded Super Rugby competition and developing vital pathways in th…

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10 Feb 2022, 19:46

Fijian Drua defeat Melbourne Rebels in final pre-season match

Super Rugby Pacific newcomers Fijian Drua have given fans a sneak peek of what to expect in the upcoming competition, beating the …

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10 Feb 2022, 19:19

Toutai Kefu hopes Super Rugby Pacific fundraiser will keep Tonga relief effort going

Toutai Kefu has welcomed the extra layer of funding and awareness the Super Rugby Pacific season will provide to ensure Tonga's pl…

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09 Feb 2022, 18:46

'That's what you have to do': Mario Ledesma resigns as the Los Pumas head coach after torrid year

Mario Ledesma has resigned as coach of the Argentine rugby team, saying a run of poor results meant it was time for change.

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09 Feb 2022, 13:46

'Show me the money': Taniela Tupou issues message to Rugby Australia

Taniela Tupou has issued a cheeky challenge to Rugby Australia as the rampaging Queensland Reds prop begins to ponder his future.

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08 Feb 2022, 20:47

Dave Rennie: Uncontested scrums are 'not rugby'

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie is not a fan of uncontested scrums in professional rugby - and he's not the only one.

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08 Feb 2022, 9:57

South Africa confirm home tests for 2022 - including All Blacks double

South Africa will host Wales for the first time since 2014 when the teams clash in three Tests before two home fixtures against Ne…

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08 Feb 2022, 4:05

Wallabies coach Rennie looking for a more 'settled' squad this year

Rugby fans can expect a more settled Wallabies line-up in 2022 as coach Dave Rennie ramps up preparations for next year's World Cu…

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07 Feb 2022, 21:25

James Slipper in race with Michael Hooper to set new Wallabies record

Wallabies prop James Slipper is suddenly in a race with captain Michael Hooper to set a new national record after re-signing with …

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07 Feb 2022, 21:22

France call up two players but no sign of MHR bad boy

Fabien Galthie has called up to players to his Guinness Six Nations squad, but there's no room for Montpellier bad boy Mohamed Hao…

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07 Feb 2022, 2:50

Queensland Reds lose more Wallabies after getting hit with second wave of Covid after media day

Fellow Test stars Jordan Petaia and James O'Connor, as well as fellow back Jock Campbell and coach Brad Thorn, were all ruled out …

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06 Feb 2022, 22:02

'I didn't know if he was taking the p*** or not': Ireland's new Aussie-born wing's shock rise

Former Brumbies utility Mack Hansen says words from coach Andy Farrell inspired an unforgettable Test debut for Ireland after init…

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06 Feb 2022, 21:54

'It's getting a bit silly' - Blues CEO hits out at NZ restrictions

Andrew Hore, CEO of the Auckland-based Blues, has expressed frustration at New Zealand's COVID-19 restrictions, saying they are ge…

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06 Feb 2022, 2:57

Michael Hooper moves past Israel Folau for new Wallaby record

The victory pushes him clear of three-time winner Israel Folau and confirms his status in the game in the same season he went past…

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05 Feb 2022, 15:57

'My dad debuted here at 18': Tom Lynagh's first Reds appearance following dad's footsteps

It was nervous grandson Tom needing a lift, the young playmaker impressing when brought on in the second half of the Queensland Re…

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05 Feb 2022, 15:53

Reds hit by major personnel blow on eve of Super Rugby

Star playmaker James O'Connor and coach Brad Thorn are in isolation after a second COVID-19 outbreak swept through Queensland Reds…

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05 Feb 2022, 1:27

Fabien Galthie to miss France's Six Nations opener

Coach Fabien Galthie is set to miss France's opening Six Nations rugby match against Italy after testing positive for COVID-19.

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04 Feb 2022, 2:10

'There's not much longer left for me': Wallabies star's shock admission

Wallabies winger Andrew Kellaway concedes he already feels like the time is ticking on his career despite being crowned Rugby Aust…

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03 Feb 2022, 18:19

Eddie Jones ratchets up pressure on Scotland ahead of Calcutta Cup

England coach Eddie Jones is up to his old tricks again, labelling Scotland as "red hot" favourites for Saturday's Calcutta Cup cl…

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03 Feb 2022, 9:54

'I'm going to have to adapt': Jamie Roberts gearing up for 'different game'

Jamie Roberts expects his 35-year-old legs to be asked new questions in a cameo for the NSW Waratahs this season.

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03 Feb 2022, 2:53

The surprise reason why James O'Connor stood down as Reds captain

James O'Connor has stripped it back after the Reds playmaker admitted he'd bitten off too much in a run to the Super Rugby AU titl…

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01 Feb 2022, 20:04

'I never thought I would play rugby again': Wallaby's unlikely journey to Moana Pasifika captaincy

Veteran international prop Sekope Kepu has been named captain of New Zealand's Moana Pasifika for their debut Super Rugby season.

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01 Feb 2022, 18:01

Wallabies legends to suit up for Tonga tsunami charity match

Toutai Kefu will coach a star-studded Tongan invitational side against a vintage Queensland Reds outfit to raise funds for the bat…

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31 Jan 2022, 16:32

Western Force relocate to start Super Rugby Pacific season

Border restrictions have forced the hand of the Force, who returned to the domestic competition last year for the one-off Super R…

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30 Jan 2022, 18:56

Aussie rugby women roar to Sevens revenge

Australia's women, inspired by returning veteran Sharni Williams, have taken ruthless revenge by dismantling Russia in the Seville…

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29 Jan 2022, 18:45

Australian men's and women's sides impress in Seville Sevens

Australia has bounced back from missing out on a 'three-peat' of World Series triumphs to race into the Seville Sevens quarter-fin…

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28 Jan 2022, 13:37

Queensland Reds move forward with new captains as James O'Connor relinquishes role

James O'Connor's flirtation with captaincy is over after the Queensland Reds' title-winning playmaker opted against returning to t…

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26 Jan 2022, 15:39

Waratahs likely destination for Kurtley Beale - but not in 2022

New NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman is hopeful Kurtley Beale will return to the club from France, but says it won't happen until…

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25 Jan 2022, 9:13

Wallabies great Matt Giteau turns down retirement to return to MLR

Wallabies great Matt Giteau has shelved retirement plans and will play on for the Los Angeles Giltinis as a 39-year-old.

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24 Jan 2022, 20:06

Waratahs confirm signing of ex-Wales and Lions star Jamie Roberts

Veteran Wales and British and Irish Lions centre Jamie Roberts has been allowed to quit Welsh club Dragons and join the Waratahs.

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24 Jan 2022, 16:11

Fijian Drua announce historic home match against Highlanders in Suva

The Fijian Drua have rescheduled their home debut as the Australian-based outfit grapple with Covid-19 in two countries ahead of a…

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17 Jan 2022, 21:33

Ben Gollings' Fiji pulled from Malaga Sevens

Fiji have pulled out of next weekend's round of the World Rugby Sevens series in Malaga, Spain after players and members of manage…

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15 Jan 2022, 3:38

France to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup

France have won the right to host the 2025 Rugby League World Cup, the first time the country will have staged the global event.

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07 Jan 2022, 11:42

'Apologetic' Rockets issue a follow-up Ferguson sacking statement

The arrest and subsequent sacking of Blake Ferguson of Green Rockets has sent his Japanese rugby club into damage control.

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04 Jan 2022, 1:43

'Cancelled': Ex-NRL star sacked by Japanese club over drug arrest

Blake Ferguson has had his Japanese rugby contract torn up without playing a game after the former NRL star was arrested on suspi…

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02 Jan 2022, 21:29

Green Rockets player arrested in Japan

Blake Ferguson has been arrested by Japanese police after allegedly being caught in possession of illegal drugs.

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02 Jan 2022, 1:07

Japan in talks to join Rugby Championship or Six Nations

The Japan Rugby Football Union is in talks with both the Six Nations and the Rugby Championship to ensure regular international ga…

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01 Jan 2022, 2:46

Overlooked Wallabies have 'something to prove' in 2022

Bullied by the Crusaders and overlooked by Wallabies selectors, there are many motivations for Queensland Reds players next season…

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27 Dec 2021, 4:09

Kiwi-born Spanish player dies from head injuries after eight-metre fall

New Zealand-born Spanish rugby player Kawa Leauma has died from head injuries after reportedly falling eight metres from a buildin…

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21 Dec 2021, 19:44

New Zealand Rugby 'close' to break-even this year after NZ$34.6mil loss in 2020

New Zealand Rugby chief executive Mark Robinson is adamant trans-Tasman club rugby will go ahead in 2022 despite the growing threa…

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18 Dec 2021, 19:04

'No Japanese team wants to keep Australian players forever'

The chairman of Japan's new rugby union competition says he supports a model where Australian players contracted to Japanese clubs…

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14 Dec 2021, 9:21

Wallabies youngster Hunter Paisami signs on until 2023 World Cup

Hunter Paisami has shunned overseas offers to extend his contract with Rugby Australia and the Reds in a boost for the Wallabies' …

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13 Dec 2021, 15:04

Scott Johnson set to leave director of rugby role at Rugby Australia

Rugby Australia's director of rugby Scott Johnson will finish up at the end of the year as part of an organisational shake-up anno…

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09 Dec 2021, 15:09

Australia come agonisingly close to Dubai double

Australia's outstanding rugby women have powered to a second straight Dubai Sevens trophy in successive weeks, while their male co…

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04 Dec 2021, 9:59

Australian women's side off to a flying start at Dubai Sevens

Australia's rugby women have maintained their brilliant form to again look like the team to beat in the latest world series Dubai …

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03 Dec 2021, 12:57

75-test Wallaby Quade Cooper finally on cusp of Australian citizenship

Wallabies star Quade Cooper has revealed he will be taking the citizenship test on Friday that should finally allow him to "offici…

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02 Dec 2021, 6:27

'The room went quiet' - Players devastated by cancelled Barbarians game

The Barbarians, coached by Dave Rennie and featuring 11 Wallabies, have been left "devastated" at having their rugby international…

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28 Nov 2021, 2:45

Wallabies trio test positive for Covid - report

Three Wallabies players are reportedly among six confirmed coronavirus cases that forced the abandonment of the Barbarians rugby i…

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28 Nov 2021, 2:27

Valetini cops ban for hit that left Adam Beard needing 20 stitches in face

World Rugby has slapped Wallabies back-rower Rob Valetini with a three-match suspension for his dangerous tackle on Welsh lock Ada…

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27 Nov 2021, 3:18

Dubai Sevens quarter-finalists confirmed after opening day of play

Australia were on the verge of defeating Olympic champions Fiji until a last-minute try saw the powerful Pacific Islanders emerge …

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26 Nov 2021, 21:10

'It is time' - Rebels to pay Super W rugby players

Melbourne players will be the first in the Super W rugby competition to be paid after the Rebels announced a push to make the wome…

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26 Nov 2021, 2:11

Australia could host Super Rugby Pacific as part of contingency plans

Super Rugby Pacific organisers are considering contingency plans in the wake of the New Zealand government's latest announcement o…

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25 Nov 2021, 22:02

Wallabies' World Cup chances hinge on imminent Giteau Law changes

How Rugby Australia tweaks the Giteau Law will shape the Wallabies' path to the 2023 World Cup after a yo-yoing test season offere…

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25 Nov 2021, 21:42

How hosting the 2027 World Cup could save Australian rugby

Rugby Australia boss Andy Marinos has promised the sport's chance to reset and prosper won't be missed after the country all but l…

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25 Nov 2021, 13:45

'Green light' given for Australia to host Rugby World Cup

Australia has effectively been given the green light to stage the 2027 Rugby World Cup after being listed by the governing body as…

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24 Nov 2021, 20:24

Wallabies legend Larkham confirms return to Australia to coach Super Rugby Pacific side

Larkham, who first coached the Brumbies from 2014-2017, will take charge for a second time when his contract with Irish club Munst…

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24 Nov 2021, 16:47

New rules could see Israel Folau's international return with Tonga

New eligibility rules passed by World Rugby could open the way for the controversial Israel Folau to make his return to the intern…

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24 Nov 2021, 13:10

Wallabies legend tipped to make return to Super Rugby Pacific

Former Wallabies playmaker Stephen Larkham has been tipped to return to his former Super Rugby Pacific side after walking out on I…

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23 Nov 2021, 15:04

Dave Rennie finds ally in former Wallaby coach Michael Cheika

Dave Rennie has been backed by the man he replaced as Wallabies coach after his furious criticism of match officials' decisions du…

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22 Nov 2021, 11:59

'I'm not blaming the players': Dave Rennie accepts Wallabies not up to scratch

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie insists that he takes full responsibility for the lack of discipline in his team which lay at the root…

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21 Nov 2021, 9:13

European trip a massive wake-up call for Southern Hemisphere sides

They travelled over as the best-ranked three nations in world rugby but Australia, South Africa and New Zealand are returning from…

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21 Nov 2021, 1:21

Wallabies captain James Slipper's message to squad as winless tour looms

Stand-in captain Wallabies James Slipper has issued a message to his squad and their naysayers ahead of their season-ending clash …

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19 Nov 2021, 16:02

'A great challenge': Antoine Dupont eyes up scalp over Aaron Smith

Victory over the All Blacks, and Aaron Smith, is an important step in France's quest towards the 2023 World Cup, says captain Anto…

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19 Nov 2021, 15:09

Sam Whitelock's warning for All Blacks ahead of France test

All Blacks captain Sam Whitelock has outlined what he expects from his team and France when they clash at the Stade de France in P…

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19 Nov 2021, 14:17

Kolisi: Springboks plan to 'work around' not having Erasmus pitchside

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has said the absence of banned director of rugby Rassie Erasmus from Twickenham will be a blow to…

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19 Nov 2021, 9:08

'Make me look like the coward' - Sonny Bill Williams given boxing ultimatum

Paul Gallen has slapped a six-month deadline on Sonny Bill Williams to step into the ring for a heavyweight boxing blockbuster whi…

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19 Nov 2021, 4:24

Manu Samoa squad named for Barbarians clash at Twickenham

Manu Samoa has announced its squad to take on the Barbarians at Twickenham in London for the Killik Cup on November 27.

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19 Nov 2021, 3:56

New Wallabies captain backs Michael Hooper for POTY

James Slipper recognises he has some seriously big boots to fill when he takes over the Wallabies' captaincy from Michael Hooper, …

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19 Nov 2021, 3:05

Wallabies rookie reveals 12-test wait for his international debut

For four-and-a-half months, Lalakai Foketi had been in Dave Rennie's black book. Then, on Monday, he received the news he had been…

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18 Nov 2021, 19:04

'We're pretty desperate': Wallabies out to avoid disastrous tour against Wales

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has painted Australia's end-of-tour clash against Wales in Cardiff as a battle between two sides "desp…

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18 Nov 2021, 17:00

'I think Nic's a fantastic referee, a good man... he deserves better'

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has jumped to the support of Australian referee Nic Berry, who was left shattered at what he called hi…

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18 Nov 2021, 11:52

Tragedy strikes former Springbok prop Du Plessis

The tragic incident happened at Du Plessis' home in the mining town of Krugersdorp, near Johannesburg, and has been confirmed by l…

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17 Nov 2021, 13:58

James O'Connor's message to Wallabies amid winless European tour

Wales has been a happy hunting ground for playmaker James O'Connor, who made his maiden appearance there in the Wallabies' No 10 j…

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16 Nov 2021, 20:49

Wallabies star eased back into action following teammate's retirement

After already losing one Super Rugby captain to career-ending concussion symptoms, the Melbourne Rebels are taking an ultra cautio…

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16 Nov 2021, 18:13

'Battered and bruised' Wales looking for third win in a row over Australia

Jonathan Humphreys acknowledges that injury-ravaged Wales are "battered and bruised" as a punishing Autumn Nations Series campaign…

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16 Nov 2021, 17:01

'Big roar' from the Wallabies after they name stand-in captain

The absence of the injured Michael Hooper after losses to Scotland and England will see James Slipper captain the Wallabies versus…

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16 Nov 2021, 2:36

Wallabies star Jordan Petaia set for Super Rugby positional switch

Wallabies star Jordan Petaia is primed to shine in a new position at the Queensland Reds during next year's Super Rugby Pacific.

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15 Nov 2021, 18:51

Michael Hooper ruled out of Wallabies' tour finale against Wales

The Wallabies' hopes of salvaging some spring-tour pride have suffered a hammer blow with inspirational captain Michael Hooper rul…

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15 Nov 2021, 15:50

Sam Cane details how All Blacks plan to bounce back against France

All Blacks loose forward Sam Cane has outlined how his side need to improve when they take on France in Paris on Saturday [NZT].

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15 Nov 2021, 14:14

Former Wallabies halfback floats plan to retain key Aussie talent

Sam Cordingley thinks sabbaticals for key Australian-based Wallabies should be embraced as part of a more flexible approach to ret…

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15 Nov 2021, 3:11

Wallabies pair in running for top World Rugby gongs

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper and powerhouse teammate Samu Kerevi are among four players shortlisted for World Rugby's male Pla…

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15 Nov 2021, 2:49

Wallabies facing first winless European tour in almost 50 years

It shaped as the turning point in Dave Rennie's tumultuous tenure as Wallabies coach, but Australia's spring tour is now threateni…

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14 Nov 2021, 20:11

Fabien Galthie's France fail to convince in victory over dogged Georgia

France have geared up for next weekend's eagerly-awaited clash with New Zealand by labouring to a 41-15 victory over Georgia in Bo…

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14 Nov 2021, 8:11

'I'll give it every chance I can': Michael Hooper faces anxious wait

Australia's ailing captain Michael Hooper will give everything to play against Wales in Cardiff with the Wallabies desperate not t…

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14 Nov 2021, 3:33

Eddie Jones: Rugby world needs a strong Wallabies team

England coach Eddie Jones has tried to soften the blow after masterminding yet another win against his countrymen, saying the Wall…

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13 Nov 2021, 16:40

Argentina end losing streak whilst extending Italy's miserable run

Argentina defeated Italy 37-16 in Treviso, snapping a seven-match losing record and subjecting the Azzurri to yet another Test def…

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13 Nov 2021, 8:06

Why Owen Farrell ranks England-Australia rivalry as the biggest in sport

After having grown up with a personal gripe against Australia, England star Owen Farrell ranks his nation's rivalry with the one f…

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12 Nov 2021, 19:34

Sam Whitelock lifts the lid on how All Blacks can beat Ireland

All Blacks captain Sam Whitelock says his team have plenty left in the tank as they renew their rivalry with Ireland in Dublin on …

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12 Nov 2021, 16:04

The 'lonely' challenge the Wallabies must overcome to beat England

Michael Hooper reckons that, encircled by 80,000 people, Twickenham's going to feel a lonely place for him and his Wallabies team …

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12 Nov 2021, 14:12

Fiji make seven changes to face Wales after their win over Spain

Api Ratuniyarawa has been given the responsibility of calling the Fiji lineout against Wales after replacing Leone Nakarawa versus…

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12 Nov 2021, 8:04

France make five changes but keep faith in Ntamack and Jalibert

Fabien Galthie has reacted to last weekend's struggle versus Argentina by making five changes to the France XV to play Georgia on …

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12 Nov 2021, 7:48

Los Pumas and Italy aiming to snap miserable losing streaks

One miserable test rugby losing streak will come to an end when Italy and Argentina face off in Treviso this weekend.

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11 Nov 2021, 19:30

Eddie Jones says Wallabies suffer 'inferiority complex' against England

Eddie Jones says the Wallabies will be looking to overcome Australia's "inferiority complex" in a bid to defeat England at Twicken…

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11 Nov 2021, 19:11

'I'll do my very best': Wallabies reliant on out-of-position star against England

He's come back from countless injuries, and even from a drugs ban, but James Slipper still seems indestructible - an attribute the…

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11 Nov 2021, 18:40

'These are the big stages': Foster's challenge to All Blacks ahead of Ireland clash

All Blacks coach Ian Foster feels his top-ranked side is still a work in progress on their end-of-year tour as they prepare to pla…

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11 Nov 2021, 15:54

How the Wallabies will 'throw everything' at England to snap losing run

Dave Rennie has promised his Wallabies will "throw everything" at Eddie Jones' England in a bid to end their woeful recent results…

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11 Nov 2021, 14:59

Australia the 'safe' option as 2027 Rugby World Cup hosts

Australia is positioning its bid as the best, risk-free option in the head-to-head competition with the USA to stage the 2027 Rugb…

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10 Nov 2021, 16:03

Eddie Jones incredible record over Australia as England coach

Going into Saturday's Test at Twickenham, Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie will have his chance to consign the wretched five-year reco…

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10 Nov 2021, 13:22

Wallabies star dismisses praise from 'king of mind games' Eddie Jones

Nic White's guard is up as the Wallabies prepare to face England and their Australian coach and "king of mind games" Eddie Jones.

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09 Nov 2021, 18:24

Eddie Jones' latest NRL coaching recruit could be a 'rabbit out of the hat'

The 47-year-old Queenslander's most recent coaching job in Australia ended abruptly, after presiding over the worst season in Bris…

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09 Nov 2021, 18:14

Fears Jordan Petaia will be ruled out while Taniela Tupou facing HIA protocols

The extent of Jordan Petaia's latest injury setback will be clearer after scans are completed ahead of Saturday's Test against Eng…

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09 Nov 2021, 12:50

Michael Hooper: 'The fire in the belly hasn't been extinguished at all'

Michael Hooper is adamant the fire in Wallabies' bellies rages hotter as they march on to Twickenham following their loss to Scotl…

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07 Nov 2021, 20:23

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie hits back at ex-All Black after loss to Scotland

Australia coach Dave Rennie has offered an unimpressed retort to Andrew Mehrtens after the former All Blacks star offered a grim p…

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07 Nov 2021, 13:19

Wallaby Dane Haylett-Petty forced into retirement due to concussion

Wallabies stalwart Dane Haylett-Petty has been forced to call time on his career after a lengthy battle with concussion.

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07 Nov 2021, 0:31

'In my first game, they knocked us over': Scotland never 'easybeats' for Hooper

As he prepared to lead his side into Scotland's Murrayfield den in his 117th international on Monday morning (AEDT), Hooper couldn…

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06 Nov 2021, 19:37

France put away Argentina after 'tough' first half says Dupont

France had hoped to find some creative spark by playing Romain Ntamack as a second distributor outside Jalibert but it was the Pum…

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06 Nov 2021, 18:36

Slow-starting All Blacks thump Italy in error-ridden affair

New Zealand have set world records for the most test points and tries scored in a calendar year with a second-string All Blacks te…

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06 Nov 2021, 8:59

'I feel a bit bad': Wallabies star reveals guilt over test recall

Returning Wallabies lock Rory Arnold says he feels "bad" about being thrust back into the Australian team to face Scotland at the …

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05 Nov 2021, 19:57

Arnold, Beale and Skelton fast-tracked into Wallabies side for Scotland

The Wallabies are looking for their "French connection" - Rory Arnold, Will Skelton and Kurtley Beale - to rip in against Scotland…

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05 Nov 2021, 7:10

'I wasn't in the best shape': James O'Connor lifts lid on Wallabies comeback

Edinburgh is a special place for Wallabies playmaker James O'Connor, who says it's where he made the decision to attempt an unlike…

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04 Nov 2021, 19:38

'I didn't see it coming': Beale relishing Wallabies call up with one eye on 2023

The 32-year-old was handed a call-up when injuries ruled out Tom Banks and Reece Hodge and a selection imbroglio led to Samu Kerev…

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03 Nov 2021, 20:21

'I thought the door was closed': Will Skelton opens up on Wallabies comeback

Will Skelton thought he may have missed the chance to return to the Wallabies fold, but he's hoping to make up for lost time in te…

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02 Nov 2021, 19:05

Try scoring isn't the be all and end of selection warns Gregor Townsend

The Wallabies have beaten world champions South Africa twice in recent times.

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01 Nov 2021, 8:11

'They've won five Tests in a row and they've beaten the world champions'

Scotland scored 10 tries in beating Tonga 60-14 but coach Gregor Townsend is warning their defence must improve for much a sterner…

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31 Oct 2021, 3:41

Former NRL star set join Matt Giteau in third switch to rugby union

Former NRL centre Will Chambers will make the switch to rugby union for the third time in his career after agreeing to a move to t…

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29 Oct 2021, 17:55

Quade Cooper's shock Wallabies withdrawal sees Kurtley Beale recalled

Kurtley Beale and Noah Lolesio will be parachuted into the Wallabies squad for the upcoming Spring Tour, but the international fut…

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28 Oct 2021, 1:44

Wallaby No.399 Jim Phipps dies

The Australian rugby community is mourning the loss of 11-Test Wallaby James "Jim" Phipps, who has died aged 89.

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28 Oct 2021, 1:12

'Contact made': Beale sounded out about emergency Wallabies return

Kurtley Beale has been sounded out for an emergency Wallabies return as coach Dave Rennie grapples with some late tour withdrawals…

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26 Oct 2021, 2:11

Wallabies lose two players for tour, including centre Samu Kerevi

Samu Kerevi and fellow Japan-based talent Sean McMahon have withdrawn from the Wallabies and instead do pre-season training for th…

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26 Oct 2021, 1:36

Sean Wainui's death being treated by coroner as suspected suicide

The death of New Zealand Super Rugby player Sean Wainui last week is being treated as a suspected suicide, a coroner said.

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25 Oct 2021, 19:27

Wallabies ready to test themselves against European 'challenge'

A five-Test winning run has lifted the Wallabies to third on the world rugby rankings but just how real that improvement is will…

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23 Oct 2021, 20:33

Japan's post-game message for the Rugby Championship authorities

A Japan player has made an impassioned plea for his team to be included in the Rugby Championship after their tight tussle with Au…

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23 Oct 2021, 3:07

Hodge a UK tour doubt but Wallabies issue happier update on Cooper

Reece Hodge is a doubt for the UK leg of the Wallabies tour but Dave Rennie has confirmed better news about the availability of Qu…

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23 Oct 2021, 2:26

Australian-born Brave Blossoms star issues warning to Wallabies

An Australian-born Japanese star has warned the Wallabies to write the Brave Blossoms off at their peril ahead of Saturday's showd…

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21 Oct 2021, 20:16

What Ian Foster expects from the USA against the All Blacks

The All Blacks expect the underdog United States to feed off the energy of their home crowd when the teams meet in Washington DC t…

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21 Oct 2021, 20:05

How the Wallabies plan to avoid becoming the latest victims of Japan

Already out of their comfort zone, the Wallabies are bracing for a high-octane start to their first spring tour in four years on S…

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21 Oct 2021, 19:54

Solomone Kata released from Brumbies contract amid Covid restrictions

Solomone Kata has been granted a release from his Super Rugby contract with the Brumbies so he can remain in New Zealand for famil…

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21 Oct 2021, 16:40

Paisami steps in for injured Kerevi as Wallabies unveil strong line-up

Coach Dave Rennie is expecting the transition from Samu Kerevi to Hunter Paisami to be seamless as the Wallabies prepare for a fas…

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21 Oct 2021, 1:47

Brave Blossoms leave stars on the bench for Wallabies skirmish

The Brave Blossoms have named a relatively inexperienced line-up for this weekend's clash with the Wallabies, including two debuta…

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21 Oct 2021, 1:32

Samu Kerevi ruled out of Japan test leads to rejigged Wallabies midfield

Samu Kerevi will miss Australia's Test against Japan on Saturday with the barnstorming centre ruled out with an ankle injury in a …

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20 Oct 2021, 13:38

Australian loose forward Cornelsen set to face Wallabies as a Brave Blossom

Growing up with one of Australian rugby's most famous names and playing with now-Wallabies star Tom Banks, Jack Cornelsen certainl…

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19 Oct 2021, 21:52

Cooper remains uncertain if Test versus Japan is his last for 2021

Quade Cooper is set to line up for the Oita Test on Saturday but may miss the remaining Wallabies Tests against Scotland, England …

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19 Oct 2021, 1:33

France name 9 uncapped players in 42-man Autumn Nations squad

France head coach Fabien Galthie has named nine uncapped players in his 42-man squad for next month's rugby Tests.

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18 Oct 2021, 13:51

Wallabies' Alaalatoa shares toll of tour as he looks to win back starting role

Having kissed goodbye his own newborn baby daughter to go on the Wallabies tour, prop Allan Alaalatoa can empathise with star wing…

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17 Oct 2021, 22:48

Wallabies star winger Koroibete set to miss Northern Hemisphere tour

With the 2019 John Eales Medallist bound for Japan's Panasonic Wild Knights next season, Koroibete's absence from the tour means h…

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16 Oct 2021, 21:12

Moana Pasifika announce the signing of former Wallaby playmaker Christian Leali'ifano

Moana Pasifika has announced the signing of former Wallaby playmaker Christian Leali’ifano, joining the new club for its debut s…

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13 Oct 2021, 19:52

'We're coming off a loss': Sam Cane expects All Blacks' best for USA

New Zealand have no intention of taking the United States lightly when they meet in a Test match next week in Washington, All Blac…

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13 Oct 2021, 19:04

'This time last year I was working part-time as a labourer': Aussie's unlikely rise to Scotland squad

The 21-year-old Sydneysider Savala was on Wednesday included in Scotland coach Gregor Townsend's 36-man training squad, one of fou…

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13 Oct 2021, 18:12

Perese's journey from 'rock bottom' in France to the Wallabies squad

Izaia Perese is hopeful it's third time lucky on the Wallabies' spring tour as he makes his return from a shoulder injury which ru…

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13 Oct 2021, 13:56

Australia, NZ miss out on World Sevens Series event due to Covid-19

Sydney and Hamilton have missed out on hosting a World Rugby Sevens series leg due to logistical challenges associated with the co…

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12 Oct 2021, 12:53

Japan name squad to play Wallabies, Ireland, Portugal and Scotland

Japan coach Jamie Joseph has named 10 uncapped players in his 37-man squad for internationals against Australia, Ireland, Portugal…

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12 Oct 2021, 12:38

Uruguay qualify for World Cup while shock loss sees Canada miss out

Uruguay overturned a 19-16 loss to the US in Colorado last weekend to win comfortably in Montevideo and advance on aggregate 50-34…

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09 Oct 2021, 18:41

International tug-of-war over Lynagh isn't over yet

The ball is in Eddie Jones' court in the race for Louis Lynagh, but Wallabies coach Dave Rennie won't concede the son of Australia…

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08 Oct 2021, 3:30

'No guarantees': Dave Rennie's message to omitted Wallabies youngsters

Fraser McReight is one of many youngsters left out of the Wallabies' end-of-year tour squad but coach Dave Rennie insists it's all…

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07 Oct 2021, 22:09

Brumbies sign former two-test Wallabies back Chris Feauai-Sautia

The Brumbies have signed injury-prone former Reds back Chris Feauai-Sautia ahead of the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific season.

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07 Oct 2021, 18:25

Waratahs sign front row duo to continue off-season recruitment raid

The Waratahs have bolstered their front row stocks with a mixture of youth and experience ahead of the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific co…

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07 Oct 2021, 15:27

Three glaring omissions from Rennie's Wallabies squad

Rennie remains massive fans of all of them, including emerging hooker Lonergan, and is confident they'll take their omissions the …

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06 Oct 2021, 21:48

Tonga makes decision on whether to go ahead with northern hemisphere tour

Selecting players from Australia and New Zealand would be more difficult because of those nations' border restrictions with a squa…

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06 Oct 2021, 19:54

Waratahs snap up NRL winger to bolster outside backs

The talented outside back was Manly's Rookie of the Year in 2020, scoring five tries in 12 NRL games in his debut season.

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05 Oct 2021, 15:34

Wallabies star Quade Cooper denies agreeing to play for Barbarians

Quade Cooper denies he agreed to play for the Dave Rennie-coached Barbarians against Samoa in London next month despite the invita…

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04 Oct 2021, 21:15

Winless Pumas needs break after '12 months in a row' of rugby

Winless Argentina endured a difficult finish to a challenging Rugby Championship with defeat at the hands of Australia, but coach …

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03 Oct 2021, 2:58

Rennie concedes 'question marks around Samu' ahead of Wallabies tour

A Samu Kerevi ankle injury could force Wallabies coach Dave Rennie to redraw his Spring Tour plans.

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02 Oct 2021, 15:12

How All Blacks plan to foil Springboks stalling tactics

All Blacks captain Ardie Savea says he may have to "put pressure" on the referee in Saturday's Rugby Championship clash with South…

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01 Oct 2021, 2:37

Kolisi admits 'mood is down' in Springboks camp

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi has promised maximum effort from his side in their final Rugby Championship clash.

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01 Oct 2021, 1:53

'He was playing a lot of No.8 and I enjoyed that combination with him'

The Wallabies are bracing for an emotion-charged Argentina outfit as they look to win an unprecedented fourth successive Test.

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01 Oct 2021, 1:25

Dave Rennie issues fierce challenge to Marika Koroibete replacement

Jordan Petaia's off-the-ball efforts will be under the microscope when the Wallabies winger attempts to fill the void left by Mari…

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30 Sep 2021, 18:05

Quade Cooper and co's availability for Wallabies tour confirmed

The Wallabies have been boosted by confirmation Japan-based trio Samu Kerevi, Sean McMahon and Quade Cooper will be available for …

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30 Sep 2021, 16:32

Rennie names two returning veterans in Wallabies team to play Argentina

Japan-based McMahon, who is chasing his first Wallabies action since 2017, is back in the fray after Rugby Australia loosened its …

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29 Sep 2021, 20:25

Six Pumas ruled out of Wallabies rematch after breaching tournament rules

Eight of Argentina's Test rugby touring party are stuck in NSW after a border mix-up just days before their Rugby Championship cla…

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29 Sep 2021, 16:41

Sean McMahon set to be named for Wallabies return

Backrower Sean McMahon is set to play his first Test in nearly four years after being named on the bench for the Wallabies' Rugby …

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29 Sep 2021, 13:46

Wallabies youngster eyes positional switch ahead of Los Pumas test

While he's been earmarked as the Wallabies' long-term fullback, Jordan Petaia is set to take advantage of the absence of star Wall…

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27 Sep 2021, 22:11

Argentina receive SANZAAR apology over photo snub

SANZAAR and Rugby Australia have apologised to Argentina for a photo snub that infuriated the Pumas and led to an outburst from th…

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27 Sep 2021, 1:16

Samu Kerevi: Time away from the Australian game has helped

Kerevi, who is celebrating his 28th birthday on Monday, was singled out by Argentina coach Mario Ledesma as the difference in thei…

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26 Sep 2021, 21:55

All Blacks looking to clean sweep Rugby Championship rivals

The world's two top-ranked teams meet again on Sunday week on the Gold Coast to close out this year's Rugby Championship and Foste…

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26 Sep 2021, 19:33

Dave Rennie still 'grumpy' despite first win over Pumas

The Wallabies are riding a four-year high but that won't stop coach Dave Rennie from getting grumpy as he sinks his teeth further …

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25 Sep 2021, 18:00

Kerevi powers Wallabies' win over Pumas

Australia have notched three-straight wins for the first time since 2017, beating a plucky Argentina 27-8 as James O'Connor made a…

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25 Sep 2021, 5:22

The Wallabies rookie looking to repay Dave Rennie's faith

After recovering from two serious knee injuries in his early 20s, Rob Leota is just thankful to be a part of the Wallabies squad.

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24 Sep 2021, 18:03

Springboks to use Plan A against All Blacks

South Africa captain Siya Kolisi says his side have no special plans to counter the threat of New Zealand.

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24 Sep 2021, 1:00

The story behind Cooper's and O'Connor's Wallabies resurgence

Strength of character and a fierce determination to return to the fold are among the reasons why Quade Cooper and James O'Connor a…

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23 Sep 2021, 21:05

Rennie explains how the Wallabies are disrupting kick chasers legally

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says he expects a spirited and unwavering Los Pumas outfit when the sides meet on Saturday evening in …

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23 Sep 2021, 11:37

RWC winner Thompson to donate brain to CTE research

England's Rugby World Cup winner Steve Thompson, who was diagnosed with dementia aged 42, has pledged to donate his brain for rese…

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23 Sep 2021, 8:08

Wallabies bring in injury-free James O'Connor for Pumas skirmish

Sean McMahon's much-hyped Wallabies return won't come in Townsville on Saturday, with flanker Rob Leota instead in line for his fi…

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22 Sep 2021, 20:03

Wallabies have decided on their new fullback to replace Tom Banks

The Melbourne Rebel did just that when fullback Tom Banks broke his arm in Saturday's Rugby Championship victory over the Springbo…

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22 Sep 2021, 15:09

'We've strayed a bit away': What de Klerk wants Springboks to fix

Faf de Klerk has been the latest mainstay of the Springboks squad to front the media to explain what has gone wrong in the Champio…

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22 Sep 2021, 5:43

'He's very mad': Kerevi lifts the lid on McMahon's Wallabies return

Wallabies star Samu Kerevi has opened up on Suntory Sungoliath teammate Sean McMahon's shock return to the Australian national squ…

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21 Sep 2021, 21:54

Wallabies rookie Len Ikitau signs Rugby Australia contract extension

In the wake of his standout showing against the Springboks, Wallabies and Brumbies rising star Len Ikitau has signed a contract ex…

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20 Sep 2021, 17:37

France to host African Rugby World Cup qualifiers

The African qualifiers for the 2023 Rugby World Cup will be staged as a knockout tournament in France next year.

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20 Sep 2021, 4:17

Sean McMahon: Rennie instrumental in my Wallaby return

For four years Sean McMahon has been watching Australian rugby from afar, but the mercurial back-rower says he hasn't lost a step.

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19 Sep 2021, 21:54

Son of former Wallaby continues try-scoring streak in Premiership opener

Australian flyer Louis Lynagh has carried on where he left off at the end of Harlequins' victorious season, scoring two tries for …

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19 Sep 2021, 17:14

'We love playing Test matches, but we really love playing South Africa'

Ian Foster has led the All Blacks back to the top of the world rugby rankings but his focus is firmly on winning this week's miles…

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19 Sep 2021, 1:48

Wallabies climb rankings: 'We definitely weren't seventh or eighth'

Tim Horan has hailed the improved Wallabies' forward pack for restoring order but warned a different test will truly reveal their …

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18 Sep 2021, 20:40

O'Connor set for Wallaby return after injury to Tom Banks

The fullback had started all seven Tests this year and was playing confidently at Suncorp Stadium before knocking his arm in a tac…

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18 Sep 2021, 14:46

'He's got to be better' - Rennie blames player, not ref for card

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie says the onus is on Lachie Swinton and his teammates to make adjustments after the firebrand backrower…

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18 Sep 2021, 4:06

Wallabies want Australia behind them as 'sorry' Springboks apologise

Taniela Tupou showed his many talents as the Wallabies overcame a lopsided penalty count and another controversial yellow card to …

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18 Sep 2021, 3:41

Wallabies reaping rewards from new foreign-based arrivals

The Wallabies' mid-week billiards battles have become a competitive outlet to cope with their sudden glut of Rugby Championship op…

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17 Sep 2021, 18:13

How the All Blacks can become World Rugby's No 1 team this weekend

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper expects more of the same, only better from South Africa as their world No 1 status goes on the li…

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17 Sep 2021, 17:21

Springboks captain Kolisi pinpoints Wallabies forward as key threat

South Africa have studied a Wallabies star in an effort to win the scrum duel in an intriguing Rugby Championship clash where thei…

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17 Sep 2021, 16:02

Wallabies confirm Brave Blossoms clash to kick off northern tour

The Wallabies have locked in a date to play Japan in Oita next month, where they could come up against a name etched in Australian…

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16 Sep 2021, 18:57

'Definitely hurts': Springboks vow to bounce back against Wallabies

Still stinging from being shown up at scrum time last time out, the Springboks are banking on their set piece to restore order wit…

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16 Sep 2021, 16:08

Dave Rennie confirms positional switch on cards for James O'Connor

It won't happen this week but the door is open for James O'Connor to rejoin Australian rugby's fellow prodigal son Quade Cooper ba…

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15 Sep 2021, 23:36

Rennie names experienced halves as Wallabies search for back-to-back wins

Nic White and Taniela Tupou will return to the starting side when Michael Hooper becomes Australia's most-capped Wallabies captain…

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15 Sep 2021, 18:38

Wallabies set to make a change in the halves

Nic White will return to the Wallabies starting side at halfback ahead of Tate McDermott for Saturday's Rugby Championship rematch…

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15 Sep 2021, 15:27

'I'm all for it': Ex-Wallabies duo want further Giteau Law changes

With Samu Kerevi's dominance at No12 in Sunday's win over South Africa, the Wallabies saw what they have been missing due to the G…

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15 Sep 2021, 3:28

Springboks 'have been here before' says Franco Mostert

Lock Franco Mostert says South Africa are in familiar territory with their backs to the wall following the Rugby Championship loss…

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14 Sep 2021, 14:58

Wallaby front-rowers make strong case for change

prop Taniela Tupou and debutant hooker Feleti Kaitu'u are set for more game time after helping deliver the Wallabies' last-ditch s…

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13 Sep 2021, 2:32

'Of course': Quade Cooper gets backing for 2023 World Cup

Cooper is now in the box seat to keep Lolesio on the pine and also delay what appeared the inevitable Rugby Championship return …

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12 Sep 2021, 13:48

Cooper caps incredible comeback, kicking Wallabies to dramatic win

Quade Cooper kicked a perfect seven-from-seven penalties and a conversion as the Wallabies nabbed a last-gasp win over the Springb…

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12 Sep 2021, 8:01

Beauden Barrett at playmaking best in All Blacks' thumping of Pumas

While the Argentinian defence held strong through wave upon wave of attack in the early stages of Sunday's night clash with the Al…

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12 Sep 2021, 2:12

How the Springboks plan on shutting down Quade Cooper

Quade Cooper and Samu Kerevi have got South Africa thinking as the unlikely Wallabies pair attempt to arrest Australia's slide in …

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11 Sep 2021, 14:21

Another old favourite is now suddenly back in the Wallabies mix

It was 2017 when Sean McMahon last played for the Wallabies but he will join their squad next week for the rest of the Rugby Champ…

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11 Sep 2021, 2:48

Michael Hooper's challenge to Wallabies ahead of Springboks clash

A trio of sorry losses to the All Blacks means Wallabies captain Michael Hooper hasn't had time to reflect on his record-breaking …

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10 Sep 2021, 22:07

How Los Pumas plan on replicating upset win over the All Blacks

Los Pumas captain Julian Montoya and head coach Mario Ledesma have laid bare the blueprint of defeating the All Blacks for a secon…

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10 Sep 2021, 20:20

Ex-Wallabies star's advice to injury-prone rookie Suliasi Vunivalu

Suliasi Vunivalu is being encouraged to stay mentally strong by fellow code-hopper Lote Tuqiri after his Wallabies debut was put o…

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09 Sep 2021, 16:18

He's back: Quade Cooper to wear No 10 jersey against Springboks

Quade Cooper will make a dramatic return to test rugby as Wallabies coach Dave Rennie rolls the dice to try to keep Australia's fo…

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09 Sep 2021, 15:30

Former Wallabies playmaker backs Noah Lolesio to retain 10 jersey

Dual international Mat Rogers doesn't believe Sunday's Rugby Championship test against South Africa is the moment to axe Wallabies…

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08 Sep 2021, 19:31

'I want my best XV starting - I'm starting Taniela Tupou'

Former Wallaby Lote Tuqiri has called on Australia coach Dave Rennie to unleash the beast and start wrecking ball prop Taniela Tup…

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08 Sep 2021, 19:01

Dave Rennie's new coaching gig

Rennie and Humphreys worked together at Glasgow Warriors from 2017 until last year.

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08 Sep 2021, 13:48

Wallabies to wear special strip for Springboks clash

The Wallabies will add a First Nations design to their new gold jersey in an Australian sporting first this weekend.

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07 Sep 2021, 21:56

38-year-old prop's shock Wallabies recall ahead of Springboks test

Even if he doesn't snap a five-year test absence, Greg Holmes should still have fond memories of his shock recall to the Wallabies…

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07 Sep 2021, 18:32

Kolbe an injury doubt for Springboks' first away game since 2019

Springboks confirm they might be without Cheslin Kolbe when they play their first away match this Sunday since World Cup 2019.

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07 Sep 2021, 3:35

Timing of Brad Thorn's new contract perfect for run at test job

Brad Thorn says he would happily coach against the All Blacks one day but that he's still to earn his stripes after signing a two-…

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06 Sep 2021, 21:03

Further pain for Wallabies with future star's sideline stint extended

Suliasi Vunivalu's highly anticipated Wallabies debut has been delayed again by a recurring hamstring injury that has Australian r…

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06 Sep 2021, 20:45

Brad Thorn signs on to set 20-year record with high-flying Reds

Brad Thorn will continue to oversee the Queensland Reds' rebuild after agreeing to a two-year coaching extension at the Super Rugb…

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06 Sep 2021, 14:39

'I was pretty surprised': Foster's verdict on Barrett's red card

All Blacks coach Ian Foster says Jordie Barrett's controversial send-off against the Wallabies on Sunday was proof that the 20-min…

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05 Sep 2021, 15:10

'We've had seven Tests against the All Blacks': Heavy losses don't concern

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie reckons the pounding losses to New Zealand will help rather than hinder his side as they build towards…

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05 Sep 2021, 15:03

'We're pretty soft at the moment, and that's the honest assessment of it'

Scrumhalf Tate McDermott has described the Wallabies as soft following the team's latest flop against the All Blacks, saying Sunda…

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05 Sep 2021, 4:14

Sublime All Blacks pounce on Wallabies mistakes for big win

A red card to Jordie Barrett wasn't enough to douse the All Blacks' attack in Perth on Sunday afternoon, with the visitors thumpin…

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05 Sep 2021, 1:03

Michael Hooper on last Perth win: 'That feels like a lifetime ago'

Auckland was a graveyard, but the Wallabies will be hit by a wave of positive memories when they step out onto the "colosseum" tha…

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04 Sep 2021, 14:57

'Bloody hurts' - Hooper desperate to avoid All Blacks clean sweep

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper says it "bloody hurts" to lose, and declared the team wants to produce a complete performance in …

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04 Sep 2021, 2:41

Kerevi set for Wallabies re-call against All Blacks

Samu Kerevi will start for the Wallabies on Sunday, two years after his last appearance and a move to Japan.

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02 Sep 2021, 13:57

'He's getting better and better' - Quade Cooper in line for grudge match

Former Wallabies back Dane Haylett-Petty would love to see Quade Cooper unleashed in Sunday's Bledisloe Cup grudge match against N…

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02 Sep 2021, 1:50

'It's easy to see it on TV': Cross-code star eyes Wallabies chance

Suliasi Vunivalu's "full-tilt" return to the Wallabies squad will come with a caveat as the flying winger seeks to end his run of …

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01 Sep 2021, 21:34

Ex-Wallabies captain backs McDermott to star against All Blacks

An ex-Wallabies captain believes Tate McDermott's unteachable talent should result in him being retained as Australia's No 9 for S…

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31 Aug 2021, 22:57