RA defends losing ‘best centre’ in Australia
Director of Rugby Scott Johnson says Australia did everything to keep Japan-bound Samu Kerevi, race Larkham’s replacement heats up and SBW’s All Blacks audition – it’s all in rugby’s best gossip column.
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Reds’ forward-thinking plan to buck Brumbies
Reds assistant Peter Ryan has delivered a cheeky personal attack at Brumbies coach Dan McKellar, while warning the Australian conference leaders to expect another forward ambush.
Cash conduit expanding Wallabies’ lost XV
Cashed-up overseas clubs have run a vacuum over Australian rugby, sucking out the country’s best talent in the prime of their careers – but who’s really to blame for the exodus?
Wallabies’ sham embarrassing the game
The players hate it. So do the coaches. And the fans? Yep, they hate it too. And it’s the reason the Wallabies have become the laughing stock of Australian sport.
Done and dusted: End of the line for Tahs
Needing to win their final two matches of the season to be a chance of making the Super Rugby playoffs, the Waratahs have fallen at the penultimate hurdle against the Brumbies.
The shining light in a season of darkness
Three years after he was diagnosed with leukaemia, Christian Lealiifano’s comeback has been the inspiring story rugby needs after a season dominated by the damaging Israel Folau saga.
Fatal mistake that crucified Israel Folau
Israel Folau had been expertly sidestepping a crucial question while under intense cross examination from Rugby Australia’s top lawyer – that was until the former Wallaby made a monumental error.
Hat-trick hero secures top spot for Brumbies
The Brumbies have all but guaranteed their Super Rugby finals spot, capitalising on the Rebels’ loss to the NSW Waratahs to beat the Sunwolves in Tokyo.
Wallabies flyer bucks Brumbies for Reds
Henry Speight’s century-long run with the Brumbies is over after the World Cup winger inked a two-year deal with the Queensland Reds.
How an AFL club could save Rugby Australia
Rugby Australia is at an all-time low. The Wallabies are out of form, Super Rugby crowds are dropping and the Israel Folau scandal haunts the code. Club rugby, though, is thriving and it’s all thanks to the AFL.
Pocock ends Super time to improve Cup chances
With his muscular body ravaged by injuries, David Pocock has made a huge call on prolonging his career as he targets a Wallabies spot in Michael Cheika’s squad at the upcoming World Cup.
Alarming figures: Park footy puts Super Rugby to shame
The battle is on to save Super Rugby: While Sydney’s club competition flourishes, the conference-leading Brumbies have their lowest crowds ever, Waratahs interest has waned and the only team drawing fans is getting kicked out of the competition.
Cheika moving World Cup pieces from shadows
Nothing happens in Australian rugby without a good conspiracy theory and there may be more reason to certain selections around the country than we think, JIM TUCKER writes.
Christian’s stunning rugby resurrection
He’s fought off cancer, now this Brumbies star is on the verge of the most remarkable Test return.
Folau’s dangerous call-to-arms to Christian brothers
Israel Folau has contacted Pacific Islander players urging them to stand in solidarity with him for expressing his Christian beliefs in a move that would create a public-relations nightmare for RA.
‘Ignore the haters’: Brumbies back maul ball
The Brumbies are determined to “ignore the haters” and stick to their winning formula in an effort to break back into the Super Rugby finals.
‘F*** them’: Brumbies assistant slams critics on Twitter
Brumbies assistant coach Laurie Fisher has taken to social media to slam those criticising their style of play following a gritty Super Rugby win against the Blues.
2.05m teenage giant joins Brumbies from Crusaders
Rising teenage rugby star Nick Frost has joined the Brumbies after a stint at one of the best nurseries in the sport.
10 rounds, 138 minutes: Pocock fears in World Cup year
David Pocock has played more Tests than Super Rugby matches in the past two years and will miss his sixth straight for the Brumbies when they face the Jaguares in Buenos Aires.
Who will replace Folau for Wallabies?
In a little over 12 weeks, the Wallabies will play their first Test match of the year, and the key No.15 spot just became available.
The painful problem that keeps haunting the Brumbies
Another sleepy Super Rugby period has cost the Brumbies, who concede they didn’t respond well enough after poking the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Shock All Blacks and Waratahs coaching twist
All Blacks boss Steve Hansen is headhunting one of the most highly-rated coaches in Australia, D-Day for the future of world rugby, Kurtley Beale’s art attack – it’s all in Rugby Confidential.
Is World Cup obsession worth the pain?
Winning the World Cup remains the biggest prize in the game but is Australia’s obsession really worth sacrificing everything in the four year cycle between tournaments?
Sneaky clubs forcing Wallabies to retire from rep footy
Secret contract clauses for Wallabies, the Rebel being chased by Queensland, transfer news, the Sunwolves’ plan for recruitment, and Amanaki Mafi’s visa troubles revealed.
Brumby flanker doesn’t want show to stop early
As a former gymnast and dancer, Brumbies flanker Georgia O’Neill loves putting on a show and there would be no better stage for her than a Super W grand final.
Brumbies put drama aside to dust Sunwolves
IT was sighs of relief all around in Canberra and Brisbane on Sunday after the Brumbies scored a seven-try win over the Sunwolves and star Wallabies players emerged from the game unscathed.
Australian rugby selection debacle
The Super Rugby draw was released last September, yet the Wallabies and Brumbies still can’t agree on a key selection issue.
Cheika’s Super frustration as Wallabies named
WALLABIES coach Michael Cheika has revealed the depth of a spicy club v country selection ruckus as he named the squad to take on Ireland in a three Test series.
‘It’s a rort’: Rugby’s absurd judicial system exposed
SUPER Rugby could get wild this weekend — SANZAAR’s nonsensical judicial system has effectively given players free rein to commit crimes without having to do the time on the sidelines.
Crusaders Wallaby target joins Brumbies
AUSTRALIAN-BORN Crusaders flanker Peter Samu will join the Brumbies for the 2019 Super Rugby season and is tipped to be named in the Wallabies’ squad on Wednesday.
Brumbies pull off signing coup with Wallaby in waiting
THE Brumbies have pulled off a signing coup by landing Wallaby in waiting Pete Samu for the 2019 Super Rugby season. The 26-year-old loose forward was born in Melbourne and is a member of the champion Crusaders squad.
Watch: Brumbies hooker banned for headbutt
BRUMBIES hooker Folau Fainga’a will miss Sunday’s Super Rugby clash with the Sunwolves after being hit with a one week ban for headbutting.
The numbers behind Tahs’ Trans-Tasman revival
MICHAEL Cheika’s possession-based rugby has been celebrated and helped deliver the Waratahs a title. But it’s also hurt Aussie rugby. IAIN PAYTEN identifies the key areas to be fixed.
Wallabies, Kiwis set to battle over Crusaders gun
CRUSADERS flanker Pete Samu remains a strong chance of winning selection in the Wallabies squad for June, setting up a potential showdown between Rugby Australia and New Zealand.
14-man Brumbies buck Bulls in famous win
THE Brumbies have snapped their five-game losing streak in incredible fashion, running down the Bulls in Pretoria despite only having 14 men for the last quarter of contest.
Dad’s toughest ever rugby call
MOST dad would lose their cool if their child was kicked in the face, but Super Rugby commentator Greg Clark had 47,000 viewers listening to his every word.
Brumbies issue dire warning after woeful crowds
THE Brumbies have warned members the Super Rugby club could fold if crowds continue to decline. It comes on the back of their second lowest ever crowd when they held an Australian derby with the Rebels at GIO Stadium this month.
Ban costs Arnold Wallaby spot
THE Wallabies have suffered another blow, with Brumbies lock Rory Arnold ruled out of Australia’s first Test of the year against Ireland next month due to suspension.
Rugby star quits for dating show?
A SHOCK new career move for an Aussie sevens player, Wallabies set to sell out Sydney Test against Ireland, club rugby gossip and much more.
Kiwis to block Wallabies Samu selection
HE was raised in Australia and will join the Brumbies next season but NZ Rugby appear set to block a release for Crusaders flanker Pete Samu if Michael Cheika picks the loose forward for the Wallabies.
$350m can turn Brumbies in to Super force
THE Brumbies are battling poor results and low attendance numbers but CEO Michael Thomson believes the club can reverse their fortunes by copying a New Zealand rival.
Comeback kings! Rebels revive season with battling Brumbies win
THE Rebels have ended a five match losing streak with a 27-24 win over the Brumbies in Canberra thanks to a late Reece Hodge penalty goal.
Wallabies would struggle to beat Crusaders
AS it stands, the All Blacks-stacked Crusaders would probably prevail against a Wallabies side lacking depth and form. And the gap widens with each Kiwi Super Rugby win.
Inferiority complex a danger to Aussie teams
MELBOURNE Rebels’ English recruit Geoff Parling has given his unique perspective on the current struggles the game is facing in Australia and the key to breaking the Kiwi curse.
Waratahs find new home at Brookie
THE success of the Waratahs’ game at Brookvale Oval last weekend has convinced NSW Rugby to play as many as three Super Rugby games on the northern beaches in 2019.
Australian rugby’s real enemies (hint: it’s not the Kiwis)
THE losing streak to Kiwi teams is bad but another group of opponents dominate our local teams in a far bigger way. And they all hold Australian passports.
Penrith’s Shute Shield axing turns ugly
THE heartbroken Penrith club could turn on Shute Shield organisers, Crusaders watch NRL training, and a Melbourne Rebel shows club his marketing skills.
Heavy ban for Brumbies’ Peni
BRUMBIES winger Chance Peni has copped a big ban from SANZAAR after pleading guilty to a dangerous tackle that wrecked Crusaders veteran Israel Dagg’s hopes of an All Blacks recall.
Watch: Chance in hot water for high shot on All Black
BRUMBIES winger Chance Peni faces a suspension after being cited for alleged foul play during the Super Rugby match against the Crusaders.
Crafty Crusaders too smart for Brumbies
THE Crusaders have left the Brumbies’ Super Rugby finals hopes in tatters after scoring a grinding 21-8 victory at GIO Stadium.
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