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.
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Pasifika-First Nations clash completes Lions schedule
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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.
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.
Kiss content as Rugby Australia continue interviews
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Reds ‘crew’ assembles ahead of crucial Waratahs derby
Wallabies hooker Matt Faessler has re-signed with the Queensland Reds ahead of a season-defining clash with Super Rugby Pacific rivals NSW Waratahs.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Jorgensen revels as Suaalii hogs the Waratahs spotlight
Fellow young gun Max Jorgensen is relishing his time out of the spotlight as Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii captures most of the attention at the NSW Waratahs.
Reds crave home base return ahead of Waratahs test
Queensland Reds prop Alex Hodgman thinks a return to soggy Brisbane will be the tonic after a "reality check" loss to the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Reds rolled as Crusaders restore Super order
The Queensland Reds were often their worst enemies as they let in six tries inside the first 42 minutes to lose 43-19 to the Crusaders in Christchurch.
Waratahs open season with three wins in a 16-year first
The NSW Waratahs have scored a 34-10 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Western Force to open a season with three straight wins for the first time since 2009.
Gamble pays off as Waratahs women deny Force in classic
The defending champion NSW Waratahs have opened their 2025 account with a thrilling 26-21 Super Rugby Women's comeback win over the Western Force.
Veteran says injury a blessing for young Reds bull
Looking to keep their unbeaten Super start alive against the Crusaders, Reds prop Jeffery Toomaga-Allen has sung the praises of youngster Massimo De Lutiis.
Travel tweaks give Force a boost ahead of Tahs clash
The Western Force are one from one away from home this season, and they'll be aiming to snatch another road win when they face the Waratahs on Saturday.
Rookie to stay cool in Super Rugby debut for Waratahs
Rookie flyhalf Lawson Creighton is keen not to overplay his hand on his Super Rugby Pacific debut for the NSW Waratahs against the Western Force.
Fiji-born legend Tuqiri slams Super Rugby’s Drua fiasco
Dual international and proud Fijian Australian Lote Tuqiri has lashed Super Rugby Pacific officials for their treatment of the travelling Fijian Drua.
Suaalii injury not long-term, says NSW Waratahs coach
NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar insists Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's foot injury won't sideline the superstar for much longer.
Why James O’Connor loves the fast and slow pace of NZ
He's proven a revelation for the Crusaders and now former Wallabies star James O'Connor has revealed why he's loving life so much in New Zealand.