Rugby ‘hoodwinked’ by sleeping giant
The right questions are finally being asked about Super Rugby’s most controversial outfit after a Wallabies great’s call for their exclusion.
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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.
Genia miracle can cure Rebels’ finals headache
Melbourne Rebels will make an 11th hour fitness call on superstar Will Genia – who was knocked unconscious against the Sunwolves – as the club chases a maiden Super Rugby finals appearance.
‘Outstanding’ Lealiifano stakes World Cup claim
On the back of some excellent form, Brumbies coach Dan McKellar believes Christian Lealiifano should be recalled to wear the Wallabies No.10 jersey at the World Cup later this year.
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Super Rugby needs to be blown up
AUSTRALIAN rugby would be wise to not ignore the urgent need for change in our game. Put bluntly, the game currently isn’t viable long-term in Australia, writes BRENDAN CANNON.
Conference call answer a triple treat
A STREAMLINED three conference solution to Super Rugby’s muddled format would provide the Kiwis with the greater cut of home finals they are adamant they deserve.
Curious case of Brumbies ‘resting’ Fardy
THE Brumbies have left Scott Fardy out of the squad to play the Force on Friday night in a bid to “freshen up” the Test flanker – just three weeks into the season.
Streamlined comp a Super idea
CHANGING Super Rugby into a simplified three conference model, which could keep five Australian teams and see more local derbies, has been described as a “round peg-round hole” solution.
Aussie women beaten at world rugby sevens
THEY beat them at the Olympics but New Zealand proved too strong for Australia in the final of the Las Vegas women’s rugby sevens tournament on Sunday
Nervy week for Aussies as Super axe sharpens
THE Aussie sides are sitting 10th, 11th, 13th, 14th and last after two weeks of Super Rugby action. It’s certainly not a great endorsement for keeping five teams.
Depleted Tahs concede eight tries to Lions
ILL-DISCIPLINE lets the Waratahs down badly as last year’s losing finalists the Lions run in eight tries for convincing win in Johannesburg.
Rebels sink to new low against Hurricanes
WHEN you miss 40 tackles it’s no surprise you lose by 65. The Rebels have a lot of work to do to salvage what is threatening to become a trainwreck of a season.
Heartbreak for Brumbies as Sharks win at death
THE Brumbies have suffered a heartbreaking Super Rugby defeat with the Sharks scoring a try after the siren to snatch a 27-22 win in Canberra.
Kiwis want Africa in Super Rugby
IT is floated by many as the model to save Australian rugby but the former SANZAAR boss says a trans-Tasman competition would be unlikely to happen due to New Zealand’s history with South Africa.
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