Thorn accepts final Reds ‘mission’ after Blues loss
A loss to the Blues has not impressed departing coach Brad Thorn and has left his Reds facing a testing run home to secure a Super Rugby finals berth.
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Force end 14-match losing streak against Brumbies pups
The Western Force have given their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes a huge boost with a drought-breaking win over the Brumbies in Perth.
Concussion queries earn Reds a World Rugby sit-down
The Queensland Reds will meet with World Rugby to seek an explanation after numerous incidents that concussed or injured their players went uncited.
Reds, O’Connor close in on contract extension
Veteran James O'Connor wants to remain at Ballymore and the Queensland Reds are confident of keeping him, even without a Rugby Australia top-up.
Reds playmaker Dallinger earns Test rugby debut
Queensland playmaker Carys Dallinger will make her Wallaroos debut after being named to start against Fijiana, while Faitala Moleka is a new face at fullback.
Barrett limps off but Reds cop dose of Blues
Beauden Barrett hurt his foot early in the second half but the Blues were still too strong for the Reds in a 45-26 win in Brisbane on Friday night.
Re-signed Wallaby Paisami sets injury return date
Re-signed Queensland Reds and Wallabies centre Hunter Paisami is hopeful of returning from a knee injury in the final Super Rugby Pacific round.
Piper Duck to be Wallaroos’ youngest-ever captain at 22
NSW Waratahs flanker Piper Duck has been named to succeed the retiring Shannon Parry and becomes the Wallaroos' youngest-ever captain at age 22.
Wallaroos captain Shannon Parry calls time on career
Wallaroos captain Shannon Parry will retire after Saturday's Test against Fiji, ending a successful career that includes an Olympic gold medal.
Reds wary of potholes on Super Rugby finals path
The Queensland Reds will be aiming to back-up a famous win over the Chiefs with a victory over the Blues in Brisbane.
Wallabies Rugby World Cup hopefuls impress in Japan
With the Rugby World Cup fast approaching, Eddie Jones has been boosted by strong showings in Japan from Quade Cooper, Samu Kerevi and Marika Koroibete.
Waratahs punish ill-disciplined Rebels in Super Rugby
The NSW Waratahs have consolidated their place in the Super Rugby Pacific top eight and regained the Weary Dunlop Shield with victory over the Melbourne Rebels.
Super finals ramifications as Brumbies host Highlanders
The second-ranked Brumbies can continue to shore up their prime spot on the Super Rugby Pacific table when they host the Highlanders on Sunday.
NZ women lift sevens title, Aussie Levi equals record
New Zealand women have clinched the rugby sevens world series crown in Toulouse, much to the disappointment of nearest rivals and defending champions Australia.
Reds ‘not dead yet’ as Thorn savours historic NZ win
The Queensland Reds have ended a 10-year losing streak in New Zealand by beating the Chiefs to resuscitate a flailing Super Rugby season.
Reds snap 21-game, 10-year NZ drought to beat Chiefs
The Queensland Reds have defended a last-ditch, 27-phase attacking surge from the Chiefs to secure a famous 25-22 Super Rugby win in New Plymouth.
Eddie Jones finalises Wallabies coaching panel
Brad Davis will make a cameo as Eddie Jones' attack coach for the Wallabies' "smash and grab" World Cup mission in France.
Confident Creighton flags Reds raid in NZ return
Lawson Creighton has returned to New Zealand a more confident, clear-minded version of the Reds No.10 that was "thrown in the deep end" last season.
Wrist injury blow to Petaia’s Rugby World Cup bid
Jordan Petaia won't have another chance to push his World Cup case with the Queensland Reds, ruled out for the rest of the Super Rugby season after surgery.
New faces into Wallaroos rugby squad for Fijiana Test
Coach Jay Tregonning has included 11 new faces in his Wallaroos squad ahead of the Test against Fijiana, ringing the changes after last year's Rugby World Cup.
NSW Waratahs would welcome Rooster Suaalii a year early
The NSW Waratahs say they'd be happy to have Sydney Roosters star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii a year early, amid speculation he could leave the NRL at season's end.
Jorgensen thrives amid talk of Wallabies World Cup spot
Teenage son of a gun Max Jorgensen says he feels like he belongs and is relishing the prospect of a Rugby World Cup call-up for the Wallabies.
Reds aim to buck history and cement Super finals spot
The Queensland Reds will likely have to win in New Zealand under Brad Thorn for the first time to confirm a Super Rugby Pacific finals berth.
Jones brings England rugby mind coach over to Wallabies
Coach Eddie Jones has brought renowned sports psychologist Corinne Reid, who assisted with England's 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign, across to the Wallabies.
Fijiana Drua claim back-to-back Super W titles
Fijiana Drua are Super W champions once more after a 38-30 win over the Queensland Reds in Townsville.
Waratahs leapfrog Reds with Super derby win
The NSW Waratahs secured back-to-back victories for the first time this season with a 32-24 win over rivals Queensland in Townsville.
Reds value underdog tag ahead of Super W Grand Final
The Queensland Reds back their physicality in springing an upset over reigning Super W champions Fijiana Drua in Saturday's grand final.
Waratahs tackle inconsistencies for Super Reds showdown
NSW No.9 Jake Gordon has challenged his Waratahs to address their inconsistencies as the Super Rugby Pacific finals draw closer.
Force turn to Sevens playmaker Burey against Crusaders
Sevens playmaker Max Burey says he's not daunted by the fact he'll be taking on the Crusaders in Christchurch in his Super Rugby Pacific debut.
Reds trust fitness ahead of ‘physical’ Super W final
Reds coach Simon Craig has indicated his side's fitness growth over the Super W season will be the point of difference in a final against Fijiana Drua.
Reds, Waratahs name settled teams for Super Rugby derby
The Queensland Reds and NSW Waratahs have both made minimal team changes for Saturday's pivotal Super Rugby Pacific derby in Townsville.