The magic words behind star’s dream debut
Reds fans have been waiting for Mac Grealy’s debut with bated breath and they finally got to see the young star in action on Friday.
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Blues survive Queensland Reds’ scare
The Blues held off a feisty and undermanned Reds outfit to continue their unbeaten run in the Super Rugby’s Trans-Tasman series.
Star Reds flanker dumped
Fed up with Queensland’s poor defence, Reds coach Brad Thorn has dropped Super Rugby AU grand final hero Fraser McReight.
Century milestone for Reds and Wallabies star
He doubted he would make it, but James O’Connor’s perseverance has paid off as he prepares for his 100th Super Rugby appearance.
Aussie rugby’s 457-day drought broken
The Queensland Reds have done what no other Aussie side could — defeat a Kiwi team in the Super Rugby’s trans-Tasman series.
Thorn puts shoddy Reds on notice
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn is demanding an improved defensive performance from his team in Townsville this weekend.
Covid-19 chaos hits Super Rugby
In response to Victoria’s outbreak of Covid-19, Rugby Australia, New Zealand Rugby and SANZAAR have announced a scheduling change.
Honesty best policy for humbled Reds
The Queensland Reds are desperate to salvage pride after a huge Super Rugby Trans Tasman loss to the Crusaders.
Kiwi coach roasts Aussie rugby union
The Crusaders made light work of Australia champs the Reds on Saturday, leading the Kiwi side’s coach to make a brutal admission.
Crusaders hand Reds brutal reality check
The Queensland Reds were thoroughly outclassed on home turf on Saturday evening, going down to the Crusaders by 35 points.
Wallabies star returns for Reds
A fit-again Hunter Paisami has been recalled to Queensland’s starting side for tough Super Rugby Trans-Tasman battle against the Crusaders.
One kick sparks massive financial windfall
The Queensland Reds have emerged as a rugby powerhouse, and with crowds flocking back, the cash is flowing in again too.
Aussie rugby pride on the line
New Zealand teams well and truly have bragging rights after the first week of the Super Rugby Trans-Tasman competition.
Thorn says Reds face massive task to tackle Crusaders
Reds coach Brad Thorn has thrown his support behind a full Trans-Tasman competition next season while conceding his team faces a “huge task” against the Crusaders.
Triumphant Reds set for new challenge
It’s back to business for the Queensland Reds less than a week after winning the Super Rugby AU title.
Triumphant Reds to embrace Kiwi challenge
Having conquered Australia, the Queensland Reds’ next challenge is to get the better of a host of Kiwi teams.
The words that broke Reds’ drought
Down by a converted try at the break, coach Brad Thorn conjured a halftime address that broke the Queensland Reds’ title drought.
‘Absolute carnage’ in thrilling rugby final
The Queensland Reds have somehow managed to claim their first Super Rugby title in 10 years after a nailbiting contest in Brisbane.
O’Connor’s Reds break drought at the death
A late try to James O’Connor allowed the Reds to steal victory from the Brumbies in a dramatic end to the Australian Super Rugby season.
Wright set for key role off the Reds’ bench
Reds captain Liam Wright is still an important part of Queensland’s Super Rugby AU grand final plans despite being dumped to the bench.
Reds drop captain, snub Vunivalu
Queensland Reds captain Liam Wright has been dropped to the bench for the Super Rugby AU decider while prized recruit Suliasi Vunivalu has missed out altogether.
10yo golden ticket driving grand final dream
In 2011 he was a 15-year-old in the stands cheering for the Queensland Reds, and now Angus Scott-Young has the chance to win his own title.
Reds confident despite loss of star centre
The Queensland Reds are determined to prove they can win the Super Rugby AU grand final without injured star Hunter Paisami.
Reds to enter Ballymore ‘bubble’
The Queensland Reds will return to Brisbane on Monday night after gaining permission to prepare for the Super Rugby AU grand final in Ballymore ‘bubble’.
Fast-finishing Force make history
The Western Force have handed the Queensland Reds their first loss of the year and booked a finals date with the ACT Brumbies.
Ili brothers share Melbourne sporting stage
Stacey Ili will line up for the Melbourne Rebels in their Super Rugby clash against the ACT Brumbies from 2pm before Shea suits up for Melbourne United versus the Illawarra Hawks at John Cain Arena just one hour later.
Green light: ‘New Dawn’ in Super Rugby expansion
The presence of Fijian and Pacific Islanders in Super Rugby has always been strong, but it’s about to get a whole lot stronger.
The unlikely frontrunner for Wallabies captaincy
One of the architects of the Reds’ remarkable revival is being talked about as a leader of his nation. Not bad considering where James O’Connor was a little over two years ago.
Commentator taken off air after racist accent
A Kiwi rugby commentator has been stood down after being forced to apologise for making a dreadful joke during a post-game interview.
Rugby commentator’s atrocious, racist accent
A New Zealand rugby commentator has been forced to apologise after making a dreadful joke during a post-game interview.
Reds primed for Rebels after ‘bonding’ trip
The Queensland Reds have embraced extra time away from home in preparing to meet the Melbourne Rebels.
Reds relishing ‘tour’ life
While Brisbane remains in lockdown due to COVID-19, the Queensland Reds are enjoying life in Sydney ahead of their trip to Melbourne.
Waratahs coach sacked on the spot
The NSW Waratahs have axed coach Rob Penney less than half-way through his contract after a nightmare start to the 2021 season.
‘We’ve got to be brave’: Wallabies name bombshell 40-man training squad
Dave Rennie has dropped a series of bombs in his 40-man Wallabies training squad, leaving out two of his regular hookers and selecting a number of bolters.
Thorn says trans-Tasman comp must happen
Reds coach Brad Thorn says the trans-Tasman Super Rugby competition ‘jas to happen’ as a travel bubble looks set to open next month.
Back in town and ready to rumble
They were forced in to a midnight dash to Canberra to begin the 2021 season but finally after a month on the road the Melbourne Rebels are home
Vunivalu to make Super starting debut
Having served a ban as well as time on the bench, former Melbourne Storm winger Suliasi Vunivalu will start for Queensland against the Brumbies.
Tahs coach could walk after two weeks of torture
Their season couldn’t have got off to a worse possible start and while Tahs coach Rob Penney wants to stand by his players, he wouldn’t rule out vacating the role.
Rugby miracle after controversial red card
The Queensland Reds have pulled off a miraculous victory after losing one of their star players to a controversial red card.
“Human element” of sport laid bare in COVID world
Watching funerals on zoom and packing up kids about to start school for a long sitting on the road. Playing rugby is easy, but being a rugby player at the moment is not.
Vunivalu to warm the bench
The form of Queensland’s backline means former Melbourne Storm winger Suliasi Vunivalu will have to be content with a spot among the reserves on Friday night.
NSW will support banned former Bronco
Former Bronco Izaia Perese was given a rugby lifeline after being axed following drugs issues but has been banned for three weeks after his first game for his new club
Thorn: No special treatment for Vunivalu
Reds coach Brad Thorn wasn’t about to let team standards drop by allowing prized recruit Suliasi Vunivalu to play against the Waratahs after being charged with common assault.
Horan: Petaia should play at fullback
Concerned about the depth of Australia’s fullback ranks, Wallabies great Tim Horan wants Jordan Petaia to wear the No.15 jersey.
O’Connor the best choice to replace Wright as Reds skipper
James O’Connor has received great support from his teammates after being chosen to lead Queensland in the absence of injured skipper Liam Wright.
Salary “heavy hit” to blame for rugby exodus
The Waratahs have copped another player loss but coach Rob Penney says there’s not Super Rugby clubs can do to stop players leaving for more money
Reds skipper sidelined for more than two months
The Reds’ Super Rugby AU title hopes have been hurt by the loss of skipper Liam Wright, who has suffered a serious ankle injury.
Win or else at Tahs in 2021
The pressure is one of the biggest rugby franchises in Australia this season but new Waratahs captain Jake Gordon has a message for the doubters.
New Rugby Australia boss wants Wallabies to improve
The under-achieving Wallabies must lift if rugby is to succeed on and off the field in Australia.
New skipper Gordon a ‘true blue Tah’
NSW Waratahs coach Rob Penney has high hopes for the club’s new captain Jake Gordon.
Reds primed for Super Rugby success
Queensland captain Liam Wright believes the Reds are perfectly placed to take the final step and win a title.
Vunivalu to create a storm with the Reds
Brad Thorn’s presence at the Queensland Reds made it an easy decision for ex-Storm star Suliasi Vunivalu to switch codes.
Jock ready to rock in 2021
Queensland Reds fullback Jock Campbell hopes to elevate himself to Wallabies status next year.
Rugby gets its own super round
One venue will host 10 Australian and New Zealand Super Rugby teams for five matches in a “super round” in the new competition next year.
Sorovi remains with the Reds
The Queensland Reds have re-signed talented halfback Moses Sorovi as well as emerging trio Josh Nasser, Tuaina Taii Tualima and Ryan Smith.
How Biden’s victory could ruin our World Cup bid
It’s arguably a win for the world, but Joe Biden’s presidency could be a loss for Australia’s hopes of hosting the World Cup. That and more in Rugby Confidential.
All Blacks back banned from answer Bulldog’s calls
He might be coaching royalty in New Zealand but new Bulldogs staff member Steve Hansen has been issued a blunt warning from the man who replaced him. Plus, Australia’s scrum doctor arrives.
Storm code switcher a ‘pretty special player
Reds coach Brad Thorn says premiership-winning code switcher Suliasi Vunivalu will be “special” for the Reds and Wallabies in 2021.
Shock move from title-winning Wallaby
With another all-Australian Super Rugby comp looming in 2021, the Rebels have signed title-winning scrum-half Joe Powell from the Brumbies.
Aussie only comp for 2021 more likely
Another all-Australian Super Rugby competition is likely for 2021 after South Africa officially withdrew its teams and gave New Zealand officials an almighty whack on the way out
The move that ensures rugby will never be the same again
The rugby union world is about to get messy – and for once it doesn’t necessarily involve Australia. South Africa are set to up sticks and abandon their Super roots with a move to the other side of the world.
The one role that could keep rising star from poachers
As news of his impressive deeds with the Reds spreads, interest levels in Brad Thorn are starting to grow. Rugby Australia are determined to hold on to him but may need to consider something new as a dealbreaker.
Brumbies break 16-year title drought
After an nailbiting conclusion to the must-win encounter, the ACT Brumbies have secured their first Super Rugby title since 2004.
Wallabies rookie prodigy’s shock comeback
One of the Wallabies’ next big things has been parachuted into Super Rugby AU’s grand final after two months on the sidelines.
Travel to test Reds
It’s not just the Brumbies standing in the way of a Reds’ Super Rugby AU title. The Queenslanders must also cope with game-day travel.
Wallabies shock choice for final piece of coaching puzzle
With the Bledisloe Cup less than one month away, Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has found a new leader of the pack. And some sensational Super Rugby signing news can be revealed. It’s a bumper RUGBY CONFIDENTIAL.
Streaming service to save Super Rugby
An unlikely financial saviour has reportedly appeared on the doorstep to lift Rugby Australia and Super Rugby out of a hole.
Cruel blow for respected Red
Reds winger Chris Feauai-Sautia has succumbed to a groin injury and will miss the Super Rugby AU grand final.
Mowen: Hooper has to lead the Wallabies
New Wallabies coach Dave Rennie is yet to name a captain, but former national skipper Ben Mowen says Michael Hooper remains the right man for the job.
Thanks NSW, you did Queensland a huge favour
Queensland copped it from all sides when they were hammered by the Tahs last month, but the joke’s on NSW. In any competition you do need a reality check and that was the wake up call the Reds needed, says TIM HORAN.
Kefu: Reds scrum ‘world class’
Reds and Wallabies legend Toutai Kefu has been impressed with Queensland’s resurgence this season.
How the Bellamy, Bennett approach paid off for Brumbies
The secret to the success of Brumbies coach Dan McKellar can be gauged by the amount of tasks he gives to his locks – just three. It’s a simplistic view that has served some big names well over the years.
Reborn O’Connor wants to reward Reds with a title
The once wayward James O’Connor is thankful for the opportunity given to him by Reds coach Brad Thorn.
Jacinda’s blockbuster trans-Tasman call
New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is changing her country’s quarantine rules so the Wallabies can play Bledisloe Cup Tests.
Schoolboy’s ‘remarkable’ contract demands
School student Joseph Suaalii is the hottest prospect in rugby league and union — and judging by his contract demands, he knows it.
Nervous new Wallaby now wants a Super title
New Wallabies squad member Hunter Paisami won’t mind sitting on the bench for the Reds if it leads to a Queensland Super Rugby AU title.
Reds end Rebels finals fairytale
The Reds are high on confidence after qualifying for their first final in nine years but their backline has taken an injury hit as they shook off the Rebels.
‘Nothing to lose’ for Rebels, except a final
The meaning of the game is ‘huge’, but it’s the Queensland Reds under all the pressure in Saturday’s first Super Rugby final, and the Melbourne Rebels are letting them know.
Wallaby ambitions for Jock of all trades
Jock Campbell was mainly a Second XV player at school but there is no longer any doubting the Queensland Reds fullback is a first-class talent.
Rebels want hammer brought down on Tongan Thor
The Melbourne Rebels want the refs to give them a fair crack of making the Super Rugby grand final by clamping down on the one Queensland Red they reckon is getting away with breaking the rules.
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