‘It’s killing the game’: Why rugby’s laws must get with the times in ‘entertainment’ ageIn 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.”
Folau set to face Australia A in July as Pacific Nations Cup revealedIsrael 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.
Wallabies breathe sigh of relief as key leader re-signs for RWC after ‘Reynolds-esque’ stand-offWallabies 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.
Ex-captain’s son and an NRL star: Five who can light up Wallabies’ home World Cup in 2027More than two decades after the Wallabies’ World Cup heartbreak in Sydney, Australia will host not one but two World Cup tournaments. Which young guns could be starring in 2027?
Australia locked in as Rugby World Cup host in 2027 and 2029In 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.
‘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.
Exclusive: Wallaby back from Japan to supercharge Tahs’ finals hopesThe Waratahs’ top four hopes have received a boost, with Wallaby Ned Hanigan returning from Japan to bolster their finals charge.
Wallabies’ World Cup plans receive boost as young gun rejects massive Japan offer to re-signFresh 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.
‘I believe’: The Cheika show returns as former Wallabies boss says Argentina can win World CupFormer 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.
‘Dream big, aye’: Waratahs ready to pounce on Thorn’s Reds ahead of ‘must-win’ clashAfter 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.
Reds’ finals hopes dealt massive blow after season-ending injury as Latu returns to AustraliaWallabies 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.
Australian sides finally do a number on Kiwi rivals — and the Shute Shield coach turning headsOf 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.
Adelaide Oval to host first Wallabies Test since 2004, midweek Bledisloe confirmedIn 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.
$15 outsiders shock Crusaders as Waratahs pull off biggest upset in yearsPlaying 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.
Wallaby enforcer’s nerve problem is ‘breaking’ him as Latu’s return hits a snagLachie Swinton admits he is no closer to a return to play as his shoulder is not responding to treatment for nerve damage. While Tolu Latu’s hopes of returning to Australia might have hit a snag.
Decision that saved the game: Rugby Australia’s big finances call as bumper Test calendar loomsRugby 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.
Triple whammy: Australia’s best goal kicker out for a year after horror knee injuryWill Harrison’s worst fears have been realised, with the gun goal-kicker to spend up to 12 months on the sidelines.
In the Nic(k) of time: In-demand Wallabies pair likely to reject overseas dealsNic White is expected to turn down offers overseas for the opportunity to drive the Wallabies’ World Cup campaign forward next year in France.
Australian rugby’s great dilemma as next gen Wallabies weigh-up future ahead of World CupRugby Australia has a crucial fortnight ahead of them, with a number of Wallaby regulars weighing up their future ahead of the World Cup.
Column: Results against Kiwi opposition will decide next Wallabies coachThe 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.
Seibold opens up on Broncos ‘embarrassment’ and why he regrets leaving SouthsThe 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”.
Exclusive: Israel Folau on cusp of international rugby return and set to face AustraliaPlans 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.
Exclusive: ‘It’s a real problem’ — The divide that could see one of Wallabies’ biggest stars walkHe 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.
O’Connor’s fate in hands of Darwin’s theory — and the ‘bolter’ that can help his Wallabies hopesBen 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.
Exclusive: Test hooker headed West as Brumbies risk losing another Wallabies starFresh 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.
‘We have to change the story’: Why England series can make or break WallabiesIt 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 golden decade: The 100m lifeline that can save rugby as World Rugby confirms dual bidsAfter 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.
‘We can make a dominant team’: Ambitious Force sign Cron to turn them into title contendersA 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.
2027 World Cup one step closer as Rugby Australia secures federal fundingAustralia is one step closer to securing the 2027 World Cup after the federal government announced it would help financially back the tournament.
Ella and Barty both retired at 25, but rugby great has ‘no regrets’ - and says Ash won’t eitherMark 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.”