International rugby
Belly breathing in a group is the new NRL fad. But what is the science behind it?
The competition’s two most improved teams – the Bulldogs and Dragons – have taken to standing in a huddle and breathing during games. And they insist the one per-center is working.
- by Adam Pengilly
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Argentina rugby
Shock loss to Argentina rocks All Blacks’ Rugby Championship hopes
It was only a third-ever win for the Pumas over New Zealand in 42 meetings as the adventurous spirit of the Argentines prevailed against a ragged-looking All Blacks.
Opinion
Paris 2024
Running (sevens) rugby takes centre stage amid best the world can offer
Australia didn’t succeed, but the men’s and women’s tournament in Paris were both outstanding.
- by Peter FitzSimons
Racist ‘headbutt’ video: six-month ban for French rugby star
French rugby union full-back suspended for six months following racist remarks he made while on tour in Argentina.
- by Charlie Morgan
Flair in fight for future: Four things learnt from Reds’ defeat to Wales
If James O’Connor is fighting for his future, then he did himself no harm in his return to the No.10 jumper, as a hat-trick hero threatened to steal the show.
- by Nick Wright
The Wallabies will play better than they did against Wales … and lose
It took three moments of individual brilliance to eke out a second straight win over Wales, but there are still areas where sharp improvement is needed.
- by Paul Cully
Rugby July Tests as it happened: The Wallabies seal the series against Wales
Australia’s Joe Schmidt era got off to a winning start in Sydney last week. Can they back it up against a Wales side out for revenge? Follow all the action from AAMI Park.
- by Jonathan Drennan
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Wales rugby
Wallabies sweep away the demons with revenge win over Wales
Joe Schmidt’s era got off to a winning start for Australia on Saturday night against the nation that humbled them at the World Cup.
- by Iain Payten
How Lynagh broke the news of Wallabies debut to famous father
Tom Lynagh has spent his entire life following in his father’s footsteps. On Saturday evening, he has the chance to forge his own path in a gold jersey.
- by Tom Decent
Crittle was a man for all seasons, on and off the rugby field
Charles Peter Crittle was the very heart of rugby in Australia, a man who was formed by its friendships and experiences, and gave back to it many times over.
- by Peter FitzSimons
‘Off the charts’: Wallabies’ woes no problem as $300m Lions tour looms
In a year’s time, up to 40,000 travelling fans will start arriving for the British and Irish Lions tour. And they’ll be cashed up.
- by Iain Payten
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