Lolesio boots Brumbies past Reds in one-point thriller
Lachlan Lonergan has suffered a serious ankle injury as the ACT Brumbies overcame a nine-point deficit to beat the Queensland Reds 20-19 at Suncorp Stadium.
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Hip-drop under rugby microscope after Lonergan injury
A tackle that seriously injured Brumbies hooker Lachlan Lonergan has been compared to the hip-drop technique that's now outlawed in the NRL and NFL.
Israel Folau makes try-scoring rugby comeback in Japan
After nine months out of action, controversial code-hopper Israel Folau has made a try-scoring return to the 15-player game in Japan.
Slipper to become Australia’s most-capped Super player
Veteran prop James Slipper is set to equal fellow former Wallabies captain Stephen Moore as Australia's most-capped Super Rugby player.
Daugunu returns to training but out of Rebels match
Filipo Daugunu missed cash-strapped Melbourne's last Super Rugby match due to an outstanding payment and while he's back at training, won't face the Hurricanes.
Bruised Brumbies forced into bulk Super changes
The ACT Brumbies are dealing with a lengthy injury list, forcing them to switch their plans ahead of their Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika.
Wasteful Waratahs fall to Blues in Super Rugby
The Blues have continued their domination of the Waratahs with a 12-10 Super Rugby Pacific win over the NSW side in Sydney.
Chiefs bounce back with big win over Fijian Drua
The Chiefs have downed Fijian Drua 46-29 in Super Rugby Pacific, with Damian McKenzie pulling the strings as playmaker.
Reds can’t hold off powerful Drua in Super Women’s loss
The Queensland Reds have been unable to avenge last year's Super Rugby Women's grand final defeat as they were beaten again by the Fijian Drua on Sunday.
High demand for Lions expected despite Wallabies fall
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh is expecting 40,000 UK fans to tour for next year's British and Irish Lions series as tickets to nine matches are released.
Frontrower Fa’amausili open to shift in Rebels pack
While admitting he would need to drop about 10 kilograms, Wallabies World Cup prop Pone Fa'amausili says he's open to switching to the Melbourne back-row
O’Connor pitch for ‘Reds-heavy’ Wallabies as Lions loom
The injured James O'Connor has called for consistent Wallabies selections from new coach Joe Schmidt and talked up his in-form Reds teammates.
Queensland thump Rebels to continue Super bright start
Queensland have run in eight tries to bank a dominant 53-26 victory over the Rebels in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Melbourne.
Western Force go 0-4 after home loss to Moana Pasifika
The Western Force are still winless and on bottom of the ladder after losing their Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika 22-14 in Perth.
Force coach Cron apologises for ‘worst ever’ display
The Western Force's finals hopes are in freefall after they slipped to a 0-4 record following Saturday's 22-14 loss to Moana Pasifika.
Rebels to ring changes after heavy Super loss to Reds
Melbourne coach Kevin Foote says he will make personnel changes, with the forward pack in the firing line, after their big Super Rugby loss to Queensland.
Schmidt brings Laurie Fisher back into Wallabies’ camp
Joe Schmidt has brought veteran Brumbies coach Laurie Fisher back into the Wallabies' fold as one of his assistants.
Rebels use giant prop to prepare for Reds’ Super blitz
Melbourne giant Pone Fa'amausili was asked to play a different role at training as his team prepares for their Super Rugby clash against Queensland.
Reds name rookie playmaker for Super clash with Rebels
Queensland's Harry McLaughlin-Phillips will make his Super starting debut against Melbourne, while star NSW fullback Max Jorgensen is out with a hip injury.
Eagle lands at Ballymore for Reds’ Super title mission
Charli Jacoby will become the first American to play Super Rugby Women's when the season gets underway, while a host of Wallaroos have also found new homes.
Reds’ Fa’agase hit with month-long ban for high shot
Queensland Reds prop Sef Fa'agase has been handed a four-game Super Rugby Pacific suspension for a head clash with Chiefs player Simon Parker.
Tupou focused on Rebels’ winning run rather than Reds
Star Melbourne prop Taniela Tupou says he used to struggle to take on former teammates but is ready to hurt the Reds if required in their Super Rugby showdown.
Wounded Waratahs won’t go away against Blues
For the NSW Waratahs' Kiwi-born flanker Charlie Gamble, it will get personal in Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Blues in Sydney.
Reds coach Kiss issues plea to RA regarding Petaia
Reds coach Les Kiss wants Rugby Australia to get behind Jordan Petaia, saying Super Rugby's playmakers need greater protection.
Touring Wales to play Queensland Reds in 20-year first
The Queensland Reds have secured a clash with Wales to end their Australian tour, an initiative the club hopes becomes a fixture for visiting Test nations.
‘Canes enjoy ‘massive’ win over Blues, top Super table
The Hurricanes remain perfect to start the Super Rugby Pacific season, beating the Blues 29-21 in a round-three slugfest in Wellington.
Queensland Reds upset Chiefs for thrilling Super win
In a powerful early season statement in Super Rugby Pacific, the Queensland Reds have withstood a late barrage to knock off the Chiefs in Brisbane.
Ex-Wallabies coaches Deans, Rennie win big in Japan
Japan's top-flight rugby competition has brought big wins for former Wallabies coaches Robbie Deans and Dave Rennie in the race for the title.
Reds on alert for Chiefs’ ‘genius’ in Super test
Minimising the genius of Damian McKenzie will be central to the Queensland Reds' efforts when the unbeaten Chiefs arrive in Brisbane.
Michael Lynagh’s son Louis to make debut for Italy
Louis Lynagh, son of Australian Rugby World Cup winner Michael, will make his international debut this weekend, for Italy against Scotland in the Six Nations.
Waratahs intent on backing up bumper win over Crusaders
The NSW Waratahs have wasted no time getting back to work after their stirring upset win over reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders.