Video: Horwill’s horrific finger injuryJAMES Horwill is tough and then some. Playing for Harlequins, the former Wallabies captain suffered a horrific finger injury during his side’s heavy 25-6 loss to Leicester.
Luckless Lance’s time will come: CheikaHE’S often been the man to play second fiddle, but Michael Cheika believes it’s only a matter of time before Jono Lance makes his Test debut.
Godwin receives Cheika’s shake of approvalDEBUTANT Kyle Godwin declared he is ready for regular Test football after receiving Michael Cheika’s shake of approval following an impressive first outing for the Wallabies.
McMahon praises Wallabies’ mental fortitudeTOUGH backrower Sean McMahon has applauded Australia’s mental strength as they head to Ireland seeking a fourth straight win that would set up a Grand Slam decider in England.
Selection rocket helps Kuridrani find his bestTEVITA Kuridrani was dropped from the Wallabies squad earlier this year and it might have been just the rocket he needed to find his best form.
Wallabies v France: Player ratingsSTADE de France is a notoriously hard place to win at any time and the Wallabies did it with nine top players being rested. Jim Tucker runs the rule over Australia’s players.
Pocock stars as Wallabies ‘B-team’ downs FranceAUSTRALIA has pulled off a second heart-stopping win in two weeks after holding off France to remain undefeated on their spring tour.
Wallabies ‘B team’ too good for FrenchA SPECTACULAR try to Tevita Kuridrani, a monstrous performance by skipper David Pocock and a late missed field goal have earned the Wallabies ‘B team’ a spirited 25-23 victory over France.
The special bond of the Wallabies’ Fijian flyersMARIKA Koroibete and Sefanaia Naivalu have each enjoyed remarkable journeys from a tiny village in Fiji to become Wallabies teammates.
Quade in serious doubt for France TestMICHAEL Cheika may be forced to make yet another change to his new-look Wallabies side, with Quade Cooper to have a fitness test on his injured ankle before kick-off.
Coaching greats on Cheika’s ‘gutsy’ callON the surface it looks like Michael Cheika has prioritised winning the grand slam over Sunday’s Test against France, but two World Cup-winning coaches have backed the decision.
Wallabies rookies ready to rule FranceWALLABIES fullback Luke Morahan does not lack for confidence heading into this weekend’s Test against France in Paris saying Australia’s rookies are ready to dominate.
Grand Slam or bust — Did Cheika get it right?BURNING QUESTIONS: Michael Cheika has stirred up a hornets nest by fielding a second-string line-up against France. Our experts tackle that and more.
Your Ultimate Guide to the weekend’s TestsTHE Wallabies are looking to go three from three against France, while Ireland are set for an epic rematch against the All Blacks. Here’s your Ultimate Guide to the weekend’s Tests.
Latu ‘one of best hookers in world rugby’MICHAEL Cheika’s sweeping changes to the Wallabies’ side the Test against France clearly shows the coach is prioritising a tilt at the grand slam, according to Phil Waugh.
Rookies get their chance against FranceKYLE Godwin will make his Test debut against France this weekend, with Michael Cheika making a raft of changes to his team for the mid-tour clash.
Cheika backflips as Morahan called upIT was one of the most controversial calls of Michael Cheika’s career, leaving out Luke Morahan in favour of untried NRL recruit Marika Koroibete.
Wallabies captain proves he’s no spent forceTWO months ago Stephen Moore looked like a spent force as Australia suffered an embarrassing record home defeat. But the Wallabies’ captain has hit back with aplomb.
Rookie Wallaby props are world classSCRUM coach Mario Ledesma says Wallaby rookies Allan Alaalatoa and Tom Robertson are among the best young props in the world.
Is Hunt’s Wallaby dream dead and buried?KARMICHAEL Hunt is unsure whether the Wallabies’ bold punt on “Generation Next” even includes him anymore after being grounded since May with groin problems.
French stint fortified Kepu’s Wallaby desireWALLABIES prop Sekope Kepu says he only realised the true extent of his desire to play for Australia when he left to play in France earlier this year.
The French weapon that has Wallabies on high alertTHE Wallabies have been warned not to fall into the trap of viewing France as a team of all sizzle and no steak. “Their scrum is a weapon for them.”
Fit-again McMahon aiming to crack sideMELBOURNE Rebels backrower Sean McMahon is back to full fitness after an ankle injury with the aim of cracking the Wallabies team on the spring tour.
Charms of Paris a ‘danger’ for WallabiesMICHAEL Cheika has warned his Wallabies players not to be distracted by the charms of Paris as they prepare to take on France this weekend.
Burnout? Startling numbers raise Hooper fearsRISK Michael Hooper’s welfare or give Australia’s vice-captain a much-needed break? Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has a big decision to make ahead of Sunday’s (AEDT) Test against France.
The Aussie Hall of Famer you’ve never heard ofYOU’VE probably never heard of Daniel Carroll. But the late Melbourne man enjoyed an extraordinary career that earned him a place in World Rugby’s Hall of Fame on Monday.
Pocock: Complacency won’t impact France clashDESPITE a perfect start to their Spring Tour, David Pocock declared the Wallabies won’t be complacent against France with the result not impacting their Grand Slam bid.
Slam break may hand fringe Wallabies big chanceA NUMBER of back-up players could be used by the Wallabies against France given the match is not part of the Grand Slam, with eight new arrivals joining camp in Paris.
Kuridrani happy to stretch Folau friendshipTEVITA Kuridrani admitted teammate Israel Folau was “pissed off” he didn’t him pass the ball and instead decided to score the Wallabies’ match-winning try himself against Scotland.
Ref again focus of Scots ire after narrow lossSCOTLAND was yet again stewing over refereeing decisions after losing to Australia by one point for the second successive encounter.
