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Chiefs channel emotional loss of Sione Lauaki to take out Brisbane Tens title
The Chiefs would beat the Crusaders in the final before dedicating the victory to former player Lauaki, who died overnight aged 35.
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The Chiefs would beat the Crusaders in the final before dedicating the victory to former player Lauaki, who died overnight aged 35.
Bigger names, bigger hits, more ludicrous chip-chases ... why we've decided to give the Tens a big tick of approval after the inaugural event in Brisbane.
Waratahs assistant coach Nathan Grey says his side failed to chance their arm on the opening day of the Brisbane Global Tens as NSW look set for an early exit from the inaugural tournament at Suncorp Stadium.
Pulver said there was 'universal support' for a June Origin between Queensland and NSW and the fate of the game now rested with the Super Rugby franchises, while Australian skipper Stephen Moore insisted the contest must include Wallabies.
A rugby State of Origin match continues to gain momentum after a high-level meeting in Brisbane called for more financial detail and ideas to turn the vision into a reality.
Toulon are keeping a close eye on the Parramatta winger's Monday court appearance for domestic violence, saying it's a "very serious issue" that could impact his future at the glamour rugby club.
The Wallaby captain won't lead his Super Rugby side as Slipper was given a third season in charge of a new-look Reds outfit.
The inaugural event will be played at the height of a looming heatwave that will see organisers roll out extreme temperature polices to ensure the welfare of players.
The Tens shapes as a key warm-up for Hunt as he tries to return from the groin issues that kept him sidelined for half of the 2016 season. It's also a chance for a dig at Tahs wildcard Lote Tuqiri.
Organisers Duco Events remain confident All Blacks players will take part in the two-day event while Australian headliners like Israel Folau have been confirmed as starters.
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