Rating the five contenders to lead Wallabies against Lions
When Australia announce a 40-man squad for the Fiji Test, there is unlikely to be a captain appointed. So who could lead the Wallabies against the touring Lions? Here are the contenders.
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Aussie Super Rugby competition locked in
Australian Super Rugby clubs are set to play ‘more meaningful matches’ in a new four-team competition starting in September.
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Colts 1 club rugby’s team of the week features GPS marathon man
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Why Brumbies’ final loss is a kick up the backside for Aussie rugby
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Framed! Rugby rising stars at NSW junior champs in spotlight
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Club rugby a field of dreams for Australian teenagers, young guns
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AIC First XV rugby grand final: Padua go back-to-back
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Quade: It’s time for some home truths about Australian rugby
To win this series, Australia must get creative or else the Lions will be able to pick off every tactic, writes Quade Cooper. And there’s no more ‘outside the box’ move than picking James O’Connor.
Suaalii set to feature in Invitational shootout for Wallabies
A stack of Wallabies contenders are set to be picked for an Adelaide showdown that is likely to see the Lions field their best team ahead of the first Test.
Brumbies urged to relive famous win to spark upset
The weight of history is against the Brumbies, but a famous win for the franchise in 2013 is a reminder that anything is possible.
Ex-All Black rockets into Wallabies mix for Lions tour
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