Reds eye chance to Force way into top Super spot
The Queensland Reds will debut another captain in Ryan Smith against the Western Force in Brisbane, where a win could propel the hosts to the top of the ladder.
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No-tomorrow Brumbies focused only on the Highlanders
Knowing the heat is on, the ACT Brumbies are focused solely on the Highlanders in a must-win Super Rugby Pacific clash in Canberra.
Kiss content as Rugby Australia continue interviews
Ahead of their Highlanders clash, Reds coach Les Kiss remains in the running to be the new Wallabies coach having completed two interviews with Rugby Australia.
Tahs given harsh feedback ahead of Brumbies battle
The Waratahs camp are expecting a reaction in their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Brumbies after being lashed as soft and lazy by their set-piece coach.
Reds’ big call, Brumbies star returns, Suaalii on ice
Brumbies star backrower Rob Valetini will play his first game of the season but Waratahs star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii remains sidelined for the Super derby.
Pasifika-First Nations clash completes Lions schedule
The touring Lions will play a combined Indigenous-Pasifika side in Melbourne in a historic clash that completes their touring schedule 100 days from kick-off.
Waratahs challenged to ‘front up’ for Brumbies derby
After being thrashed by Queensland, the NSW Waratahs have been instructed to 'front up with an edge' for their Super Rugby Pacific derby with the ACT Brumbies.
Kicking goals: Lynagh’s vibes-based approach paying off
Reds No.10 Tom Lynagh has found his radar after two inaccurate seasons with the boot and says the secret is not overdoing it and "making sure you feel good".
All eyes on Wallaby star ahead of grudge match
There's great excitement in the ACT Brumbies' camp as star back-rower Rob Valetini plays his first Super Rugby Pacific game of the year against his old boss.
Caslick’s prints all over Reds’ tight Brumbies defeat
Rugby sevens convert Charlotte Caslick started for the first time as the Queensland Reds held off the fast-finishing ACT Brumbies 26-22 in Canberra.
Reds’ pack turns tide in drought-breaking Dunedin win
A Filipo Daugunu double and a huge shift from the Queensland Reds' pack has powered them to a comeback win in Dunedin against the Highlanders.
Force snap Super losing streak with big Fijian Drua win
The Western Force have equalled a club Super rugby try-scoring record, bagging eight en route to a crushing 52-15 victory over Fijian Drua.
Force upset Fijian Drua to keep Super W finals alive
The Western Force have scored seven tries to bank an important 47-31 victory over the Fijian Drua to keep alive the chance to play in the Super W finals.
Reds rugby thriving thanks to mental preparation
A self-declared hot-head, young Reds No.9 Kalani Thomas says his work with the Queensland team psychologist has helped him keep the joy in his rugby.
Suaalii set to make long-awaited return for Waratahs
Code-crossing superstar Joseph Suaalii has been named to make his injury comeback for the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Hurricanes.
American dream: Petaia’s NFL audition day arrives
Wallabies talent Jordan Petaia and the 13 other NFL aspirants will strut their stuff at South Florida's pro day, following their 10-week training camp.
‘Work to do’ as Larkham laments Brumbies’ composure
Coach Stephen Larkham has challenged his ACT Brumbies to improve their in-game composure and has backed an uncapped pair for Test honours.
Crusaders wing it, Force cop third-straight Super loss
Crusaders wingers Sevu Reece and Macca Springer scored three and five tries respectively in a 55-33 defeat of the Western Force in Christchurch.
McReight hurt, sparks fly as Reds end Tahs’ Super start
Re-signed Wallabies and Reds star Fraser McReight has suffered a shoulder injury as the hosts beat the Waratahs 35-15 in a fiery Australian rugby derby.
Wild Knights stunned in Koroibete’s Japan comeback
Japan Rugby League One leaders Saitama have been beaten for just the second time this season, going down 22-17 in Marika Koroibete's return from injury.
No Red alert despite McReight injury: McDermott
After toppling the Waratahs, Reds captain Tate McDermott is confident his side can overcome the likely absence of star pair Liam Wright and Fraser McReight.
Caslick makes SuperW debut but Tahs still beat Reds
The NSW Waratahs have shot to the top of the SuperW table after defeating the Queensland Reds 36-14.
Brumbies wary of backlash from McKellar’s Waratahs
The Brumbies are bracing for a bounce-back performance from the NSW Waratahs in this weekend's Super Rugby Pacific derby in Sydney.
McReight signing just the shot for Reds ahead of derby
In a huge boost before taking on the NSW Waratahs, Fraser McReight has confirmed a contract extension that will keep him at the Queensland Reds until 2028.
Unbeaten Waratahs claim underdog status for Reds clash
The NSW Waratahs are claiming underdog status despite entering their Super Rugby Pacific derby against the Queensland Reds as the season's only unbeaten team.
Caslick takes Red-eye flight in huge Aussie rugby call
Charlotte Caslick won't feature again on this year's world sevens series tour, instead committing fully to the Queensland Reds in Super Rugby Women's.
Waratahs unveil new skipper, Force rest key quartet
Hugh Sinclair will captain the Waratahs against the re-stocked Queensland Reds, while Noah Lolesio returns for the Brumbies and the Force rest a host of stars.
Wright’s anxious wait as Red’s shoulder flares again
Queensland Reds flanker and one-time Wallabies captain Liam Wright again faces time on the sidelines after his troublesome shoulder injury flared in his return.
Tahs stoked to have Tupou in their corner for Reds test
NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar is chuffed to have powerhouse Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou in his scrum and not Queensland's for the Super Rugby Pacific derby.
‘No team like them’: Brumbies brace for Drua encore
Re-signed Brumbies and Wallabies lock Nick Frost knows what to expect when Fijian Drua arrive in Canberra on Friday, with both teams fresh off famous wins.
Sevens stars warned about fierce Wallaroos challenge
Charlotte Caslick and her sevens teammates eyeing 15-a-side World Cup spots have been warned the Wallaroos incumbents won't give up their spots easily.