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John Ferguson

John Ferguson is a journalist who has been writing rugby analysis for the past three years. He is based in Australia with a focus on the Wallabies and the respective Australian Super Rugby Pacific teams. He writes in the hope to bring new eyes to rugby, whilst providing in-depth analysis to those who already love the game.

115 Articles
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Why dropped Wallaby Brandon Paenga-Amosa is surging back into Test frame

Western Force hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa could have kicked stones when he was dropped for the Wallabies' Spring Tour of 2025, but…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
27 May 2026, 14:51
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Reds' key men, Dylan Pietsch Australians form winger

It now makes for a delicious final round of Super Rugby Pacific where first and second spots are locked down, but the position of …

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
25 May 2026, 1:56
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Tahs’ flyhalf options grow, Force rise built on defence

While the Hurricanes have all but sewn up the top spot, and the Chiefs are likely to have done the same with second, the Aussie si…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
17 May 2026, 16:11
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Wallabies selections, Brumbies not out of the woods

Lomax is unique, and there is nothing better in the world of elite sport than being something others can’t replicate or plan for…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
10 May 2026, 14:33
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Brumbies stuck in mud, Donaldson the best by a lot

Lukhan Salakaia-Loto remains in a class of his own and was crucial in physically dominating the Brumbies and nullifying their usua…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
03 May 2026, 15:37
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Super Round an epic success, Aussie teams drop the ball

Declan Meredith kicked the ball dead from two penalties, which otherwise would’ve given the Brumbies excellent field position to…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
26 Apr 2026, 21:43
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Waratahs’ clunky attack and Lomax’s secret

So, with a new batch of rugby games to analyse, here are the takes on the Aussie teams after the latest round.

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
20 Apr 2026, 2:45
Opinion

Three overseas players that must be brought home for the Wallabies

Bringing Lolesio back to Aussie rugby is the only prudent thing to do.

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
13 Apr 2026, 14:42
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Wallabies lock’s statement, Brumbies must muscle up

The Hurricanes are now well and truly the best side in the competition, and there is no sign of slowing from Clark Laidlaw’s men…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
12 Apr 2026, 14:41
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Don't shame the scrum, Donaldson sends reminder

If there is a discussion to be had about scrums, then a midweek show is the place to house that chat, not live on air with several…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
05 Apr 2026, 19:03
Opinion

The five Wallabies bolters looming large and the young duo for the future

Without further ado, here are the five Wallabies bolters to keep an eye on for the remainder of Super Rugby Pacific 2026, and the …

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
03 Apr 2026, 14:35
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Waratahs’ secret weapon, Force duo needed ASAP

The Hurricanes' mettle will be firmly tested in the weeks to come.

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
29 Mar 2026, 14:50
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Don't doubt the Brumbies, Hurricanes the joker in the pack

Another spanner in the works for the ladder is that the Canes, Reds, and Chiefs have all played one game less than the other top s…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
22 Mar 2026, 13:05
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Reds' young star, fatal error by Brumbies

The Crusaders got their revenge over their South Island rivals, the Highlanders, and the Brumbies were washed away in Fiji by a ve…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
15 Mar 2026, 16:15
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Force struggle in Dunedin, big blow for Waratahs

McReight does slow opposition ruck times, but his profile is now so well known that his white headgear is becoming an emergency wa…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
09 Mar 2026, 1:05
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Lonergan exceptional for Brumbies, Gordon the difference for Reds

History has proven that unless you are hosting quarters and semis, there is no real hope of lifting the Super Rugby trophy.

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
01 Mar 2026, 18:55
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Just take the damn points, Jorgo the saviour

Round two of Super Rugby Pacific has come and gone, and for a second week in a row, the round didn’t finish without an upset.

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
23 Feb 2026, 12:30
Opinion

The time is now for Wallabies No.10 hopefuls, no more excuses

Although Super Rugby Pacific has only just begun, the brevity of the season means that Wallaby hopefuls must show their ambition n…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
20 Feb 2026, 13:21
Opinion

Aussie Super Rugby takes: Maturing Waratahs, Brumbies defy expectations

Moana Pasifika managed to win against the Drua in Fiji, a feat not many sides can boast about, and in Sydney, the NSW Waratahs man…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
15 Feb 2026, 17:03
Opinion

The one goal for every Aussie Super Rugby side in round 1

It's the first game week of Super Rugby Pacific, and wins, losses, bonus points, and performances all matter starting this Friday,…

John Ferguson
John Ferguson
11 Feb 2026, 13:27
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