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Jamie Pandaram is a multi award winning journalist who covers a number of sports and major events for News Corp and CODE Sports. He began his journalism career in 2002 and since joining the Telegraph in 2011 has claimed Walkley and Kennedy awards.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 01: Sam Kerr is seen during an Australia Matildas training session at Leichhardt Oval on April 01, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

‘Definitely not’: Matildas speak up over controversial Kerr call

Sam Kerr is back – but should she be captain? It’s a debate which has raged ever since news broke of the superstar’s police racism saga. And now her teammates have had their say.

Rugby

Wycliff Palu during the Barbarians training session at Waverley Oval No.2 ahead of this weeks match against the Wallabies in Sydney. picture. Phil Hillyard

The Aussie coaches in waiting primed for Lions series

The once-in-12-years British & Irish Lions series is the perfect opportunity to give rookie Aussie coaches a taste of big time rugby.

ExclusiveSport

How Taylor Swift could help ex Wallaby land dream NFL gig

Jordan Petaia’s path to an NFL roster has been revealed – with the former Wallaby in the sights of four teams. Read why pop star Taylor Swift could play a role in where he ends up.

Rugby

Wallaby goes down as injury carnage strikes Tahs stars

Injury carnage in the backline led NSW to a devastating 57-12 loss to the Hurricanes, and there are fears Wallabies star Max Jorgensen could be sidelined for some time.

Rugby

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 10: In this handout image provided by ASICS, (L-R) Stephen Moore, Israel Folau and James Slipper pose at the 2015 Australian Wallabies Rugby World Cup jersey launch at Allianz Stadium on June 10, 2015 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Nolan/ASICS via Getty Images)

Former Wallabies teammates back Folau comeback

Wallabies greats have backed Israel Folau’s bid to play in the Australia and New Zealand Invitational side against the Lions, and one even wants to play alongside him.

Rugby

Let Folau play: Why it’s time for Rugby Australia to move on

Six years ago, Jamie Pandaram demanded Israel Folau be sacked after posting homophobic content on social media. Now, he thinks Folau deserves a farewell during the Lions tour. Here’s why.

Waratahs

Suaalii set for drastic change in Tahs’ return

Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was set for a long crack at fullback, but rugby’s $5 million man is set for a shock switch. Plus, Brumbies make four changes. Click for team news.

EXCLUSIVERugby

25/10/2024: Israel Folau at Urayasu D-Rocks Training Fields in Japan. PIC: Shoko Takayasu

Folau’s plea to end six-year Australian exile against Lions

Israel Folau has declared his wish to play against the British & Irish Lions in July, chasing selection for what would be a remarkable return to playing in Australia.

EXCLUSIVE Super Rugby

Brumbies backrower Rob Valetini makes his comeback from injury against the Waratahs. Photo by Matt King/Getty Images

Valetini vows to hand Tahs more pain upon Brumbies comeback

The Waratahs say there is only one way to shut down Rob Valetini in his long-awaited comeback match, as Australia’s best rugby player vows to ‘keep the streak going’ over the Tahs.

Sport

TOKYO, JAPAN - DECEMBER 22: Joseph Manu of Toyota Verblitz reacts after scoring a try during the NTT Japan Rugby League One match between Kubota Spears Funabashi Tokyo-Bay v Toyota Verblitz at Prince Chichibu Memorial Rugby Ground on December 22, 2024 in Tokyo, Japan. (Photo by Toru Hanai/Getty Images)

Fine print to dash Joey Manu’s British and Irish Lions dream

High-profile rugby convert Joseph Manu could be sensationally blocked from facing the British and Irish Lions, as Australian rugby is set to welcome back a familiar face – at a shock destination.

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