Former Brumbies coach says Super Rugby needs to 'go back to the originals'.

Western Force chairman Tony Howarth says the club's efforts to succeed have been undermined by Australian rugby powers.

The Western Force has hosed down suggestions it is on the verge of getting the boot from the Super Rugby competition.

The Western Force say they are in the dark about reports they will be axed from Super Rugby should the competition partners agree to move to a 15-team model.

There is speculation the Western Force will be cut from Super Rugby, but what does it mean for the Brumbies?

Western Force coach Dave Wessels says his battered team will be better for the experience after conceding seven tries in a bruising 45-17 loss to the Crusaders in Friday night's Super Rugby clash in Christchurch.

The Western Force want to prove to the ARU and SANZAAR that it would be a $10 million mistake to get rid of them - but first they need fans to put their money where their mouth is.

Wallabies back Luke Morahan will leave Western Force to join English rugby strugglers Bristol at the end of the Super Rugby season.

Brumbies administrator warns Canberra club rugby will "wither and die" if Super Rugby franchise axed.

Super – okay, Unleaded – Rugby has entered its Sophie's Choice phase. The Waratahs and the Reds have been sent off to spend the war in Switzerland, untouchable and undiscussable. So when it comes to deciding which child to sacrifice, the choice has come down to the most financially stable (Force), the most successful (Brumbies) and the most, um, embarrassing (Rebels)?

The Brumbies make changes to their team to play the Waratahs as Super Rugby uncertainty continues to hover.

ACT Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham says the club is Canberra's team and won't be moving.

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In the beginning there was rugby, and it was good and it was great.

The Brumbies have recruited netball coach Lisa Alexander to a selection panel to find a replacement for Stephen Larkham.

A decision on the future of Australian Super Rugby clubs could linger on for another two weeks after a meeting between club chief executives and the Australian Rugby Union provided little clarity on what the future holds.

The Brumbies could make changes to their team to play the Waratahs, but Ben Hyne says he'll fight for a spot.

There's no clear Super Rugby picture for the future as contract talks are delayed again for non-Wallabies players.

The Brumbies could welcome back Scott Fardy and Scott Sio for a derby clash against the Waratahs.

The Brumbies are no closer to having a decision on their future after Super Rugby bosses delayed an announcement.