Crusader could be fast-tracked
Pete Samu is poised to accept a contract to play for the Brumbies next season and could play for the Wallabies next month.
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Force of numbers better than win
Another big crowd turned up for World Series Rugby to watch the Western Force post a win over a Tongan representative side.
Love’s labour lost for Tahs
For a moment the Waratahs were in love with the idea of beating the most prestigious of all New Zealand Super Rugby sides.
Reds could sparkle against odds
The possibility of Caleb Timu and Scott Higginbotham returning might given the Reds some much-needed confidence.
Coleman adds to his stature
Adam Coleman’s display against the Brumbies on Saturday night should silence his critics for now.
Sanzaar left embarrassed
SANZAAR has been left red-faced by Joe Moody’s cheap shot hit on Kurtley Beale in Christchurch.
End of the line for Brumbies?
The Melbourne Rebels snapped a five-match losing streak in the most impressive fashion in Canberra tonight.
Now that one had to hurt
The Kiwi hoodoo remains intact but only after the Crusaders were given an almighty jolt by the Waratahs, winning 31-29.
‘This was abysmal, clueless’
Humiliation on the world stage as Queensland Reds hit rock bottom, bumbling, fumbling and stumbling their way to defeat.
Tax change could cost athletes
Rugby Australia’s plan to retain Israel Folau was already facing a stern test but it may have become a little harder.
Reds plot Tokyo hit and run
The Reds aim to be the latest Australian side to leave Tokyo with a win.
We could sure use some help
The reality is the Waratahs are in a hole and need Israel Folau to concentrate solely on football.
Force set ambitious target
Western Force are setting an ambitious target in their quest to play fast-paced rugby.
Hurricanes blow Blues away
Sonny Bill Williams’ return for the Blues couldn’t prevent the Hurricanes winning their Super Rugby derby 36-15.
Lealiifano back to face Rebels
When Brumbies co-captain Christian Lealiifano reported for duty this season, he was pretty much flying in the dark.
Starting point to saving rugby
As with most problems that plague rugby, the Israel Folau saga can be solved by the game’s leaders providing a clear vision.
‘Bent on self-immolation’
Former Wallabies attack Israel Folau’s latest social media post, with George Gregan demanding he stop preaching and Clyde Rathbone calling him a “religious lunatic’’.
Brumbies’ best backrow unseen
The Brumbies are still unable to field their strongest backrow combination, with David Pocock ruled out with a calf injury.
Folau can’t preach and play
Israel Folau appears to have a decision to make: continue to preach, or play rugby and keep his views to himself.
Turn a light on Raelene
Raelene Castle may ignore this blueprint for saving Australian rugby but can she at least show there’s someone home at HQ.
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