Dark consequence of silencing Folau
No matter what you think about Israel Folau, the removal of his GoFundMe campaign proves one terrifying thing about Australian society.
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Injured Brumby’s finals hope after skipping semi
Pete Samu was noticeably missing when Brumbies teammates left for the airport as they begin their Super Rugby semi final mission in Argentina. The injured back-rower is confident of recovering for the final… if his team gets that far.
The coach blunder that threatens to haunt Tahs
Last year, Waratahs boss Andrew Hore had the option of promoting Simon Cron as head coach. He instead chose to give Daryl Gibson an extension. It’s a decision they could well regret.
Season of turmoil tips Tahs coach over the edge
After a year of high drama, including the never-ending Israel Folau saga, Waratahs coach Darryl Gibson has decided to call time after four years in charge.
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Endangered Force edge Kings in 12-try thriller
WESTERN Force coach Dave Wessels says he is proud of his players after they cast aside the uncertainty of their future to post a 46-41 win over the Kings in a 12-try thriller at nib Stadium.
What Super cull means for Australian rugby
WHETHER the ARU will shut down the right franchise is still a legitimate debate. But whether they should have cut a team? Not so much. That had to happen, writes Iain Payten.
Quade’s absence exposes Reds’ flyhalf woes
QUADE Cooper’s return may signal a dramatic shake-up in the succession plan at flyhalf for the ailing Reds, with Jake McIntyre dropping off the radar.
Sunwolves stun Bulls in first Super Rugby win
YU Tamura knocked over a late penalty on Saturday as the Sunwolves stunned the Bulls 21-20 to post their first victory of the Super Rugby season.
Embarrassing Reds crash land in Canberra
THE Reds season is in full retreat after a 43-10 crash landing in Canberra when they were haunted by a hot crop of Queensland products transformed into matchwinners by wearing a Brumbies jersey.
Highlanders spoil Sonny Bill’s Blues return
THE Highlanders have muscled their way back to beat the Blues 26-20 in a desperate Kiwi Super Rugby derby in Dunedin.
Match of the doomed
WITH the axe hovering over the Western Force and Southern Kings, they must find a way to concentrate on a rugby game on Sunday afternoon, knowing their fate could be sealed minutes later.
Will history repeat for George in Red?
NEVER playing on the losing side in a Reds-Brumbies clash would seem to be a positive halo around George Smith, except he’s never worn a Reds jersey in any of those wins.
Settling for mediocrity killing Australian rugby
CLUTCHING at positives from Kiwi defeats shows Australian rugby is growing soft. The problem comes from absent ARU leadership, writes Brendan Cannon.
Week seven teams: Wallaby gun makes Force return
FORCE coach Dave Wessels has made just one change to his starting XV with club co-captain Ben McCalman set to make his first appearance of the season off the bench. Complete week seven teams.
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