4 days ago

‘It’s killing the game’: Why rugby’s laws must get with the times in ‘entertainment’ age

In the hours before Rugby Australia secured the World Cup rights, one former Wallabies captain said something many fans would agree with. “If they don’t fix the laws, they might find nobody is watching the game anymore.”

4 days ago

Folau set to face Australia A in July as Pacific Nations Cup revealed

Israel Folau is moving closer to an international return, with the former Wallaby set to make his debut for Tonga in July. What’s more, the dual international could face Australia A.

a week ago

Wallabies breathe sigh of relief as key leader re-signs for RWC after ‘Reynolds-esque’ stand-off

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie breathed a deep sigh of relief a week ago when Nic White agreed to terms to stay put in Australian rugby for one more season.

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a week ago

Australia locked in as Rugby World Cup host in 2027 and 2029

In a landmark moment for the game, Australia was confirmed in Dublin on Thursday as the host of the men’s World Cup in 2027 but the country will also host the 2029 women’s World Cup.

a week ago

‘I’d say so’: Wallabies captain flags looming home World Cup as ‘a minute possibility’

Once upon a time Michael Hooper would bounce from ruck to ruck and seem indestructible. But those days have caught up with the Wallabies captain.

2 weeks ago

Exclusive: Wallaby back from Japan to supercharge Tahs’ finals hopes

The Waratahs’ top four hopes have received a boost, with Wallaby Ned Hanigan returning from Japan to bolster their finals charge.

2 weeks ago

‘Zest for life’: Rugby world mourns tragic death of former Waratah, Samoan Seven star

The rugby world is in mourning following the tragic death of former Waratahs squad member Kelly Meafua in France over the weekend.

2 weeks ago

Wallabies’ World Cup plans receive boost as young gun rejects massive Japan offer to re-sign

Fresh from guiding the Brumbies to an important victory over the Chiefs across the Tasman, Noah Lolesio has re-signed with Rugby Australia through until 2024.

2 weeks ago

‘Thrown to the wolves’: McKellar gives Reds a lesson as Tahs continue eye-catching year

As the Queensland Reds spent the weekend licking their wounds, their great rivals of recent years, the Brumbies, fired yet another warning shot to their New Zealand counterparts.

2 weeks ago

Tahs’ remarkable turnaround continues as Coleman’s men leapfrog Queensland Reds

The Waratahs overcame a 0-17 deficit to secure victory over Moana Pasifika and overtake the Queensland Reds on the Super Rugby ladder.

2 weeks ago

Wallaroos end 956-day Test drought in epic fashion as road to 2023 World Cup begins

Playing for the first time since 2019, the Wallaroos impressed against Fijiana at Suncorp Stadium.

2 weeks ago

‘I believe’: The Cheika show returns as former Wallabies boss says Argentina can win World Cup

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika says Argentina can win next year’s World Cup. “I believe,” Cheika said a number of times, looking deeply into the eyes of local reporters.

2 weeks ago

‘Dream big, aye’: Waratahs ready to pounce on Thorn’s Reds ahead of ‘must-win’ clash

After consecutive defeats to Kiwi opposition, the Queensland Reds have a giant task on their hands to get back in the winners list — and if they don’t, the Waratahs could leapfrog them.

2 weeks ago

$15 Super Rugby underdogs given ‘wake-up meeting’ to ensure win wasn’t just a one-off

Off the back of their most important win since Bernard Foley’s kick in 2014, you’d have been forgiven for thinking the Waratahs’ review on Monday would have been all hunky dory. Think again.

3 weeks ago

Reds’ finals hopes dealt massive blow after season-ending injury as Latu returns to Australia

Wallabies coach Dave Rennie was in Melbourne on Monday talking up Australia’s competitiveness. As he was doing so, the news came through that his biggest trump card was injured.

3 weeks ago

Australian sides finally do a number on Kiwi rivals — and the Shute Shield coach turning heads

Of the many moments on which to look back fondly over the weekend, one number showcased the rise of Australian rugby: 17. For the first time since 2012, Australia got the wood on the Kiwis.

3 weeks ago

Adelaide Oval to host first Wallabies Test since 2004, midweek Bledisloe confirmed

In a throwback to the glory years of George Gregan and George Smith, the Wallabies will return to the Adelaide Oval in August for the first time since 2004.

3 weeks ago

$15 outsiders shock Crusaders as Waratahs pull off biggest upset in years

Playing with “house money”, the Waratahs have pulled off the upset of the Super Rugby season - and one of Australian rugby’s biggest wins on the field in years - by taking down the Crusaders.

3 weeks ago

Why sleeping giants are about to step out from the Rugby World Cup shadows

After years of operating in the shadows, Fiji is becoming a rugby force on the world stage. Saturday represents another giant leap for the Island Nation, as they host their first Super Rugby.

3 weeks ago

Decision that saved the game: Rugby Australia’s big finances call as bumper Test calendar looms

Rugby Australia believes their “massive” decision to turn to $25m in loans saved the game, with the cash-strapped union expecting to be debt free by 2025.

3 weeks ago

The McReight time: ‘Australia’s best player’ set for showdown with All Blacks skipper

Sport is as much about timing as anything else. Well, for Fraser McReight, Friday night is another pivotal moment for the burgeoning openside forward.

4 weeks ago

Triple whammy: Australia’s best goal kicker out for a year after horror knee injury

Will Harrison’s worst fears have been realised, with the gun goal-kicker to spend up to 12 months on the sidelines.

a month ago

In the Nic(k) of time: In-demand Wallabies pair likely to reject overseas deals

Nic White is expected to turn down offers overseas for the opportunity to drive the Wallabies’ World Cup campaign forward next year in France.

a month ago

Australian rugby’s great dilemma as next gen Wallabies weigh-up future ahead of World Cup

Rugby Australia has a crucial fortnight ahead of them, with a number of Wallaby regulars weighing up their future ahead of the World Cup.

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Former NRL star in spinal unit after horror neck injury

A former NRL player has been rushed to hospital after suffering a serious spinal injury in a distressing on-field incident.

a month ago

Column: Results against Kiwi opposition will decide next Wallabies coach

The Reds shot themselves in the foot last year. But after a year of regret they have a chance to put it right - and the results have more meaning than ever before.

a month ago

Seibold opens up on Broncos ‘embarrassment’ and why he regrets leaving Souths

The last time Eddie Jones’ England toured Australia in 2016, Anthony Seibold was inside the Queensland Origin camp. Seibold opens up on his journey to England and his NRL “regret”.

a month ago

Exclusive: Israel Folau on cusp of international rugby return and set to face Australia

Plans are afoot for Australia A to join this year’s Pacific Nations Cup, which would see Israel Folau play against his former nation for Tonga. While Tonga could also play the Wallabies in 2023.

a month ago

Exclusive: ‘It’s a real problem’ — The divide that could see one of Wallabies’ biggest stars walk

He might have thrown his hat in the ring to coach the Wallabies, but Brad Thorn’s demeanour and relationship with his players could see the game’s greatest commodity leave Australian rugby.

a month ago

‘Who the F do you think you are?’: Star reveals Eddie Jones’ foul-mouthed spray

Mike Brown has added to the scrutiny on Eddie Jones by saying he was on the receiving end of a foul-mouthed rant when the England coach left him out of his World Cup squad.

a month ago

O’Connor’s fate in hands of Darwin’s theory — and the ‘bolter’ that can help his Wallabies hopes

Ben Darwin will tell you all day: World Cups are won and lost on combinations. For James O’Connor, his best chance of playing for the Wallabies is the selections of his Reds teammates.

a month ago

Exclusive: Test hooker headed West as Brumbies risk losing another Wallabies star

Fresh from unveiling Simon Cron as their coach, the Western Force are on the cusp of announcing Folau Fainga’a as their next big recruit. While another big name could leave Australia.

a month ago

Wallabies’ heavy multi-Test plan revealed amid world-class star’s potential $1m homecoming

Preparations for next year’s World Cup in France will ramp up at year’s end, with the Wallabies likely to play five Tests on their Spring Tour.

a month ago

‘We have to change the story’: Why England series can make or break Wallabies

It was the series that killed Michael Cheika’s Wallabies: England, 2016. Six years later and Michael Hooper’s side are desperate to use their series against England as a World Cup “springboard”.

a month ago

A golden decade: The 100m lifeline that can save rugby as World Rugby confirms dual bids

After months of planning, lobbying, and hoping like hell, Australians are being encouraged to be “really excited” with not one but two home World Cups on the horizon.

a month ago

‘We can make a dominant team’: Ambitious Force sign Cron to turn them into title contenders

A bullish Western Force have waved goodbye to Tim Sampson and signed Simon Cron to take over as coach for next season. While two big names are leaving the club.

a month ago

2027 World Cup one step closer as Rugby Australia secures federal funding

Australia is one step closer to securing the 2027 World Cup after the federal government announced it would help financially back the tournament.

2 months ago

Ella and Barty both retired at 25, but rugby great has ‘no regrets’ - and says Ash won’t either

Mark Ella was “gobsmacked” when he heard the news that Ash Barty had retired. “My first reaction was, ‘No, why, why?” he told foxsports.com.au. “You’ve got so much to give.”

Boxing2 months ago

SBW delivers terrifying two-minute KO of AFL great Barry Hall

Sonny Bill Williams has knocked out AFL great Barry Hall in the first round of their highly-anticipated fight that proved an utter mismatch.

2 months ago

‘I have no regrets about anything’: Folau’s shock call as he eyes spot on World Cup team

Controversial Israel Folau is “definitely interested” in playing for Tonga at next year’s Rugby World Cup and has “no regrets” over the homophobic comments that ended his Wallabies career.

2 months ago

Controversial Tupou citing to set precedent for rugby as Hooper makes long-awaited return

As Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper prepares to make his comeback, wrecking-ball Taniela Tupou is mounting a case to stay on the field after being cited for a clean-out.

2 months ago

Welsh rugby star’s man of the match gift is ‘sportsmanship at its finest’

Italy ended a seven-year Six Nations rugby losing streak in a stunning performance but a post-match act made it so much better.

2 months ago

Eight uncapped players in Rennie’s 40-man Wallabies squad as fight for Brumbies star ramps up

Dave Rennie has always said he will pick players on form and, true to his word, he has. The Wallabies coach predicted a strong squad, which features eight uncapped players.

2 months ago

Tahs turn the corner to move into top four — and rise will be reflected in Wallabies

The Waratahs - winless in 2021 - are fourth on the Super Rugby standings. No, that’s not a joke. Thanks to a generous draw and some good rugby, the Waratahs are on the rise.

2 months ago

Notorious pitch invader ‘Jarvo’ crushed by security guards after rugby stunt

The mercurial pitch invader known as “Jarvo” has finally run out of luck with his latest stunt going viral for all the wrong reasons.

2 months ago

NZR could be left isolated as RA’s private equity talks heat up amid crunch World Rugby meetings

As the Six Nations prepare for a defining penultimate weekend of action, the founding members of SANZAAR are uncertain on what the future holds.

2 months ago

‘Tone deaf’: All Blacks apologise as world fumes at deleted tweet

New Zealand Rugby has apologised after the All Blacks copped backlash for a “tone deaf” Twitter post on International Women’s Day.

2 months ago

Rugby stars axed for drinking ‘two glasses of wine’

Two Western Force players have been suspended for reportedly drinking “one to two glasses of wine” on a flight from Melbourne to Perth.

2 months ago

‘Jersey over money’: Wallabies star backs Rugby Australia’s eligibility law change to lure players home

In news that will fill Rugby Australia with hope, Izack Rodda believes the Wallabies jersey will “lure” players home from overseas after the governing body tightened their eligibility laws.

2 months ago

‘Time is right’: Force finally get recruitment right as playmaker anointed Wallaby-in-waiting

More than 15 years after being introduced to Super Rugby, the Force have found their feet. And youth is the centre of their resurgence, including Wallaby-in-waiting Reesjan Pasitoa.

2 months ago

‘He’s proved me wrong’: RTS makes ‘explosive’ Super Rugby debut

Goodbye SBW, hello RTS. That’s right, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has not wasted a second announcing himself in the XV-person game, starring on debut for the Auckland Blues.

2 months ago

‘One of the greatest of all time’: NZ rugby in mourning after death of All Blacks legend

Former All Black and Blues star Joeli Vidiri has died, with the Blues franchise announcing his death on Twitter on Friday night.

2 months ago

Door shut! Rugby Australia’s last hurrah as new Wallabies eligibility rules revealed

Rugby Australia has rolled the dice in a major gamble on the Wallabies jersey being a strong enough lure to keep players on home soil.

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