‘Hard, fast, very flashy’: Reds tackle 28-year first
A 100-game player for the Hurricanes, prop Jeffery Toomaga-Allen is wrapping his head about returning as the "enemy" with the Queensland Reds.
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Footy legend thrilled to keep unblemished record
Two drunken blow-ups, three charges, zero criminal record. Dual international Wendell Sailor has walked from court after mental health issues were aired.
Brisbane or Fiji? Zac Lomax closing in on Force debut
Former NRL star Zac Lomax is already impressing his new Force teammates and is a good chance to make his Super Rugby debut in the next fortnight.
‘Grateful’ Warriors superstar set for two-year UK stint
Dual Kiwi international Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has called time on his NRL career, agreeing to join Super League club Wakefield at the end of this season.
Hurricanes blow away Reds to snap four-game Super run
The Hurricanes have sent a statement with an eight-try romp in Wellington to snap the Reds' four-game Super Rugby Pacific winning streak.
Lomax joins Force brains trust as rugby debut nears
Former NRL star Zac Lomax warmed up with his new Force teammates before joining the coaches in the box during Saturday's 24-14 loss to the Chiefs.
‘When will we learn?’: McKellar lashes Wallabies talk
Waratahs coach Dan McKellar is not happy that a Brumbies playmaker is being spoken of as the Wallabies' next big thing following high praise from Joe Schmidt.
Lynagh’s return as Reds eye 28-year Hurricanes hoodoo
Tom Lynagh has been named on the bench for the first time this season as the Queensland Reds attempt to do something they haven't done since 1998.
Schoupp inks three-year deal on Waratahs derby eve
In a boost for ACT rugby fans, Blake Schoupp has re-signed with the Brumbies ahead of their clash with bitter rivals and out-of-form NSW Waratahs.
Verve remains but Reds can play it smart in Fiji: coach
The Queensland Reds will chase a maiden win in Fiji, on their fourth visit, without rested captain Fraser McReight and in-form flyhalf Carter Gordon.
Waratahs ‘need to be more ruthless’, says Harry Potter
NSW Waratahs winger Harry Potter has implored his backline to do more to support their hard-working forwards as they prepare to take on the formidable Blues.
Slipper’s day ends in elation as Brumbies beat Chiefs
The Brumbies have staged an almighty comeback to defeat the Chiefs and celebrate James Slipper's record 203rd game with a victory.
Aussies lift St Helens to second in Super League
St Helens' ex-NRL stars have lifted the Saints to second spot in the Super League ladder with a 30-16 win over Toulouse.
Reds silence Drua for Fijian first and fourth-straight
The Reds have rested three Wallabies and still managed to win for the first time in Fiji, keeping the Drua try-less in a bonus point 21-6 victory.
Wallabies snare All Blacks assistant as defence coach
The Wallabies have appointed another former key All Blacks staff member as assistant coach ahead of next year's Rugby World Cup in Australia.
Brumbies’ Meredith keeping lid on Wallabies chatter
Declan Meredith has caught the eye of Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt, but the rising flyhalf is keeping focus firmly on the Brumbies' Super campaign.
Campbell in fine company as Fiji-bound Reds rest stars
Jock Campbell will join Chris Latham as a 100-game fullback for the Queensland Reds, who will chase a first win in Fiji without three key players.
‘Take time to get it right’: wrong call annoys McKellar
The Waratahs are annoyed despite Super Rugby's apology for the incorrect no-try decision late in their match against arch-rivals Queensland.
Slipper’s cryptic Wallabies call as prop forges on
With a wry smile, James Slipper has left the door open for a Wallabies recall as the veteran Brumbies prop prepares to write Super Rugby history.
‘I’ve got ADD’: Berrick Barnes loving wild coaching run
Ex-Wallabies vice-captain Berrick Barnes is loving life in Japan and putting no limits on his coaching prospects after a flying start with the Wild Knights.
‘I’ll fight anyone’: rugby enforcer’s ring inspiration
Lukhan Salakaia-Loto is bulldozing his way back into the Wallabies frame but, inspired by Jai Opetaia, admits he'd love a chance to test himself in the ring.
‘A bit more contact’: Suaalii fill-in embraces new role
Triston Reilly is undaunted by the challenge of replacing the Wallabies' $5 million man in the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific derby against the Reds.
‘Challenges’: Starless Brumbies to overcome Fiji fever
The ACT Brumbies will be without several of their stars as they aim to stay on top of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder with a win against the Fijian Drua.
‘It’s a shame’: Storm coach gets why Lomax left NRL
Craig Bellamy says the NRL has lost a great player and person in Zac Lomax to rugby, but he is not for a second blaming the State of Origin winger.
Wallabies spots no incentive as Waratahs take on Reds
The Waratahs and Reds are coming off contrasting performances in Super Rugby, and plenty has changed since they met just one month ago.
No Lomax, no Force victory as Hurricanes finish strong
The Western Force's 12-year New Zealand hoodoo has continued with a 31-23 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Hurricanes in Napier.
Understrength Brumbies suffer first-ever loss to Drua
The ACT Brumbies have missed an opportunity to go top of the Super Rugby Pacific ladder, losing to hosts Fijian Drua in Ba.
Tahs quiz no-try as Gordon double fires up Reds late
The beaten NSW Waratahs were scratching their heads after a Triston Reilly try that put them ahead late was reversed against the Queensland Reds.
‘Respect that massively’: Gordon earning rave reviews
Carter Gordon's efforts with and without the ball have his Reds and Wallabies teammates singing the flyhalf's praises ahead of next year's World Cup.
Red-hot Blues prove far too strong for Moana Pasifika
The Auckland Blues showed no mercy in their Super Rugby Pacific match at Eden Park, handing Moana Pasifika a fourth straight heavy defeat.
‘I’m a novice’: Lomax admits he has a mountain to climb
Rugby recruit Zac Lomax knows he has a long way to go to fulfil his dream of becoming a dual international and playing for the Wallabies at the 2027 World Cup.