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John Ferguson
@JohnBFergo
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.
57 Articles
Opinion
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Worrying trend, why Wilson is a cut above
The conversation around Wallabies selections only gets hotter, because every week the British and Irish Lions series draws nearer,…
John Ferguson
27 Apr 2025, 19:28
Opinion
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Tupou's value unquestionable, Wallabies No.1 fullback
It was a frustrating round for Aussie supporters, unless of course you wear a Brumby on your chest. The men from the Bush capital…
John Ferguson
22 Apr 2025, 16:30
Opinion
Super Rugby draw heavily favours NZ sides but they can't win in Australia
To date, the Highlanders and the Chiefs are the only 'Kiwi' sides excluding Moana Pasifika, to have played in Australia.
John Ferguson
16 Apr 2025, 18:31
Opinion
Aussie Super Rugby takes: Only one option at No.12, Tahs' find formula
The unpredictability of the 2025 Super Rugby Pacific season continued in round nine with the then 6th-placed Waratahs upsetting th…
John Ferguson
14 Apr 2025, 17:51
Aussie Super takes: Reds' title contenders, Jake Gordon elephant in the room
Another round of Super Rugby Pacific is done, and it means we’ve witnessed another weekend of entertaining rugby which saw sever…
John Ferguson
07 Apr 2025, 2:13
Opinion
Five Aussie Super takes: Tahs unacceptable, Wallabies' flyhalf depth real
While the Queensland Reds, ACT Brumbies and Western Force have taken strides forwards in recent weeks, the Waratahs received a har…
John Ferguson
31 Mar 2025, 21:32
Opinion
Five Aussie takes: Wallaby watch on wings, rocks and diamonds of Tahs attack
Being six rounds into the competition means wins and bonus points are going to become more and more crucial with sides now startin…
John Ferguson
24 Mar 2025, 17:29
Opinion
Five Aussie takes: Tahs forwards in firing line, Ikitau reminds everyone
Each round of Super Rugby Pacific in 2025 has delivered exhilarating games, nail-biting contests, and sub-plots, and this week’s…
John Ferguson
17 Mar 2025, 2:24
Opinion
Why the Wallabies’ overseas selection chatter has been deathly silent
However, this deal is more in line with a talented and valued player getting a ‘sabbatical’, as opposed to an outright loss of…
John Ferguson
13 Mar 2025, 3:51
Five Aussie Super takes: Force pack pummelled, Reds' lack of respect
Round four of Super Rugby Pacific provided just as much drama and excitement as the previous rounds but this time, because it was …
John Ferguson
09 Mar 2025, 18:22
Five Australian Super takes: Tizzano beat McReight, Tahs' scrum monstered Drua
Another round of Super Rugby Pacific is in bank, and it was yet another display of the improved depth and strength of the Australi…
John Ferguson
02 Mar 2025, 20:31
Why this week of Super Rugby Pacific is a Wallabies audition
The Western Force are only one of two teams that head into round-3 with a ledger of 2-0 and the Queensland Reds will be eager to s…
John Ferguson
26 Feb 2025, 21:52
Analysis
Analysis: The biggest attacking issues with each Australian Super Rugby side
Round one of Super Rugby Pacific is done and dusted and all three Australian sides managed to walk away with wins.
John Ferguson
19 Feb 2025, 22:13
Opinion
Wallabies power rankings 2025: Every position ranked ahead of Super Rugby Pacific season
The rarity of these tours means this crop of Australia players, this crop of Wallabies, must work harder than they’ve ever worke…
John Ferguson
12 Feb 2025, 20:20
Opinion
The impact player from every Super Rugby Pacific side in 2025
Across the Tasman, the Kiwi sides are as strong as ever, but the competitiveness of all the teams means there is a buzz around the…
John Ferguson
10 Feb 2025, 19:30
Opinion
The winners and losers from the Wallabies' Autumn Nations Series
The book has now officially closed on the Wallabies’ Autumn Nations Series and with it the 2024 season.
John Ferguson
05 Dec 2024, 19:24
Analysis
Déjà vu in Dublin: These Wallabies have run Ireland close before
The Wallabies are in Dublin to play their final Test of 2024, there is an air of déjà vu about this trip to the emerald isles, a…
John Ferguson
28 Nov 2024, 21:36
Opinion
The Wallabies have a serious problem
The Wallabies are flying high after two consecutive wins abroad, and the wins have come off the back of hard work, patience, and a…
John Ferguson
20 Nov 2024, 14:01
Analysis
Battle of the breakdown to determine Wallabies’ grand slam future
The Wallabies’ grand slam dream is alive but there are some shortcomings that could derail the hopes of the Australians.
John Ferguson
13 Nov 2024, 23:50
Opinion
Twickenham triumph casts doubt on necessity of overseas Wallabies
The Wallabies are off and running in their bid to win their first grand slam since 1984, and it's all thanks to a massive team eff…
John Ferguson
11 Nov 2024, 21:01
