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Jack O'Rourke
@jackohawk Australian based rugby writer and former player who has been working in journalism and media. Contributed to Green & Gold Rugby and rugby.com.au. In awe of Taniela Tupou's quads.
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798 days ago Super Rugby
How the Waratahs plan to bounce back after winless 2021 season
802 days ago Super Rugby
'Excited': Jamie Roberts opens up on Super Rugby move to Waratahs
804 days ago Super Rugby
'You will see a different style': Nic White promises a fresh Brumbies style for Super Rugby
809 days ago Super Rugby
Brumbies appoint young halfback as captain for Waratahs clash
Six burning questions for Aussie teams heading into Super Rugby Pacific
The squads are out for the Super Rugby franchises as the attention of Southern Hemisphere fans turns to a new era in the competiti…
Jack O'Rourke
24 Nov, 14:30
Opinion
How should the Wallabies' overall performance in 2021 be measured?
Fortunes in international rugby can change pretty quickly, and the Wallabies have felt this more than most.
Jack O'Rourke
19 Nov, 6:19
'We want to end the tour on a high': Wallabies playing for pride against Wales
The Wallabies have their fate in their own hands as they prepare for a final showdown with Wales at Principality Stadium. A victor…
Jack O'Rourke
16 Nov, 5:47
'Of course it's a setback': Wallabies looking for answers after England loss
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie was left to rue missed opportunities yet again as Australia fell to their eighth consecutive loss to E…
Jack O'Rourke
14 Nov, 6:41
'They will be all over it': Rodda backs Wallaby front row to match England's scrum
Izack Rodda is relishing the chance to go up against an abrasive England pack. The 2-metre tall lock has forced his way back into …
Jack O'Rourke
10 Nov, 16:12
Opinion
Brumbies player ratings vs Hurricanes | Super Rugby Pacific
The Brumbies welcomed back Tom Banks in the fifteen jersey after recovering from a facial injury sustained in round six and he was…
Jack O'Rourke
01 May, 3:41
'I don't care, we beat them': Waratahs not buying talk that Crusaders were 'understrength' in loss
Coleman spoke about the Waratahs organization celebrating the wins when they happen after a few lean years for the men in sky blue…
Jack O'Rourke
30 Apr, 20:18
Opinion
Waratahs player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
To kick off the inaugural Super Round in Melbourne, the Waratahs played the Chiefs at AAMI Park. How did the Australians rate in t…
Jack O'Rourke
22 Apr, 11:18
Opinion
Moana Pasifika player ratings vs Hurricanes | Super Rugby Pacific
Moana Pasifika travelled to Wellington to play the Hurricanes on Tuesday night for Super Rugby Pacific.
Jack O'Rourke
12 Apr, 7:46
Opinion
Blues player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Blues rated in their emphatic 25-0 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Chiefs at FMG Stadium Waikato in Hamilton.
Jack O'Rourke
09 Apr, 6:04
Opinion
Moana Pasifika player ratings vs Highlanders | Super Rugby Pacific
Moana Pasifika visited the Highlanders under the roof at Forsyth Barr Stadium in Dunedin for Friday night rugby to kick off round …
Jack O'Rourke
08 Apr, 7:29
Opinion
Moana Pasifika player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Pacific
Moana Pasifika came out in the second half with plenty of energy and the game saw a huge momentum swing in their favour. Eventuall…
Jack O'Rourke
29 Mar, 15:51
Opinion
Moana Pasifika player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
Moana Pasifika hosted the Chiefs at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland for their first home game for round five of Super Rugby Pacific. …
Jack O'Rourke
19 Mar, 7:13
Opinion
Brumbies player ratings vs Reds | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Brumbies rated in their 16-12 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Reds at GIO Stadium in Canberra on Friday.
Jack O'Rourke
18 Mar, 19:25
Opinion
Crusaders player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Crusaders rated in their 24-21 Super Rugby Pacific defeat at the hands of the Chiefs at Orangetheory Stadium in Chr…
Jack O'Rourke
12 Mar, 3:33
Opinion
Highlanders player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Pacific
The winless Highlanders were looking to get their season going against Blues on Friday at North Harbour Stadium.
Jack O'Rourke
11 Mar, 4:27
Opinion
Blues player ratings vs Chiefs | Super Rugby Pacific
The Battle of the Bombays went right down to the wire, with both teams exchanging tries throughout the game. Here's how the Blues…
Jack O'Rourke
05 Mar, 1:12
Crusaders player ratings vs Moana Pasifika | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Crusaders rated in their Super Rugby Pacific victory over Moana Pasifika in Dunedin on Friday.
Jack O'Rourke
04 Mar, 3:44
Hurricanes player ratings vs Blues | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Hurricanes rated in their last-gasp 33-32 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Blues in Dunedin.
Jack O'Rourke
26 Feb, 4:12
Opinion
Waratahs player ratings vs Reds | Super Rugby Pacific
Here's how the Waratahs rated in their 20-16 Super Rugby Pacific defeat at the hands of the Reds in Sydney on Friday.
Jack O'Rourke
25 Feb, 16:54
