Rugby Union
Hunt under No 15 microscope
Everything is pointing to Karmichael Hunt wearing No 15 jersey against Japan in Yokohama on Saturday.
Cheika kills off Quade comeback
Quade Cooper’s last chance to play for Australia came and went yesterday, as Michael Cheika put his faith in Bernard Foley.
Wallabies tour squad named
Blake Enever and Matt Philips are the two bolters chosen for the Wallabies’ tour to Japan and Britain.
Scratchy Wallabies snatch win
After their victory over the All Blacks, Australia faces higher expectations in their clash with the Barbarians.
Hodge a possible 10 for Rebels
New Rebels coach Dave Wessels admits he has spoken to Michael Cheika about playing Reece Hodge at five-eighth.
Twiggy’s comp waits on approval
Andrew Forrest hopes to learn by Thursday whether Rugby Australia will approve his Indo-Pacific Rugby Championship.
Class of ’73 lit the flame
Today’s match between the Wallabies and the Barbarians will brings back many fond memories for me.
Baa-Baas a potential roadblock
The Barbarians are likely to put pressure on a Wallabies side now burdened with the idea of being world-beaters.
Passion has ears bleeding
Behind closed doors, the coach makes sure his message is heard.
Melbourne gets new Test deal
The Victorian Government today will announce a massive deal that will bring Test matches to Melbourne on a regular basis.
Hunt given inside running
Karmichael Hunt is in the box seat to wear the No 15 jersey on the Wallabies’ spring tour.
Fullback replacement for Folau
Israel Folau returns to the wing, while halfback Nick Phipps will captain the Wallabies against the Barbarians.
Hunt returns, but where?
Michael Cheika appears to have only one serious selection decision this week: where to play Karmichael Hunt, inside centre or fullback?
Reshaping rugby starts now
The radical technical overhaul of how Australia, not just the Wallabies, will play rugby union has begun.
McCalman clear for Baa-Baas
One area of uncertainty has been removed for veteran Ben McCalman after being called back into the Wallabies side.
Folau stands ground on SSM
Israel Folau regrets nothing about the storm he created by chiming into the same-sex marriage debate.
‘I don’t retreat from anything’
Wallabies star Israel Folau says he has no regrets over anti-SSM stance, saying it had no bearing on his decision to withdraw from touring team.
Heart of Darkness skips a beat
The Wallabies gave everything to beat the All Blacks, but there is still much work to be done.
Jack’s a ripper
The Australians agility and evasive skills were key factors in finally beating the All Blacks on Saturday.
Izzy leaves large hole
Karmichael Hunt and Izaia Perese look set to benefit most from Israel Folau’s decision to bypass the Wallabies spring tour.
Folau to miss Wallabies tour
Australia’s try-hungry fullback Israel Folau is to take a break from rugby, after starring in last night’s win over the All Blacks.
Wallabies pressure pays off
After their gutsy defeat of the All Blacks, there can be no question the Wallabies are starting to assemble a world-class team.
Gutsy Wallabies strike back
After 26 consecutive Super Rugby defeats and two international losses, an Australian side has beaten one from New Zealand.
Time for believers: Farr-Jones
Former Wallabies captain Nick Farr-Jones has thrown down the gauntlet to Michael Hooper’s side.
Why 51 is the magic number
How much do you deconstruct your game in preparation for the next?
A bear trap is possible
There is just the suspicion that New Zealand are vulnerable at the moment.
Recognition is a long time coming
Tonight’s Test match is a significant moment in finally recognising the contribution of indigenous players.
All Blacks look vulnerable
A win for the Wallabies would cap a resurgent season and confirm Michael Cheika has found his best team.
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