O’Connor open to Wallabies fullback switch
Veteran James O'Connor says he's open to a switch to Wallabies fullback if required for the England Test series, which gets underway in Perth early next month.
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Wallaroos make two changes for USA clash
Injury has forced coach Jay Tregonning to make two changes to his starting line-up as the Australian women face USA in the Pacific Four rugby series.
Brumbies fall in tense Super Rugby semi
The Blues have advanced to the Super Rugby Pacific decider after beating the Brumbies 20-19 in a semi-final thriller at Eden Park.
Rodda blow, Vunivalu nears Wallabies debut
Izack Rodda's foot injury means he'll miss the Test series against England while Suliasi Vunivalu one of six uncapped players named in the Wallabies' squad.
Wallabies get Japan trio for England Tests
Wallabies coach Dave Rennie has chosen Japan-based backs Quade Cooper, Samu Kerevi and Marika Koroibete as his overseas-based players for the England series.
Brumbies ‘licking lips’ for Eden Park semi
Brumbies prop James Slipper says his side is far from daunted as it heads to Eden Park to battle the Blues for a spot in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-final.
Five more new faces in England rugby camp
A further five uncapped players have been called into coach Eddie Jones's England rugby squad in the countdown to a tour of Australia.
Crusaders end Qld Reds’ Super Rugby season
The Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific season is over, going down to the Crusaders 37-15 in a quarter-final clash in Christchurch.
‘Tradie’ Reds earn Super Rugby lessons
The Queensland Reds have fallen well short of their trans-Tasman goals this Super season, but have at least exposed a host of fresh faces to the Kiwi standard.
Chiefs end NSW Waratahs’ Super season
The NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific season is over following a 39-15 quarter-finals loss to the Chiefs in Hamilton.
Brumbies dig deep for Super playoffs win
The Brumbies will head to the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after knocking off the Hurricanes 35-25 at GIO Stadium on Saturday night.
Brumbies set to get Valetini semis boost
The Brumbies will be underdogs when they face the Blues in a Super Rugby Pacific semi-final at Eden Park, but their captain and coach say they're up for it.
England’s Tuilagi out of Australia tour
Sale centre Manu Tuilagi will miss England's rugby tour to Australia after having a knee operation.
Thorn wants 23-man Reds to upset Crusaders
The Queensland Reds say they can't afford another slow start against the Crusaders when the two teams meet again in Friday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final.
Caslick inspires new era of sevens stars
Australian women's rugby sevens coach Tim Walsh is excited about his side's Commonwealth Games prospects after securing a drought-breaking World Series title.
Folau faces social media curbs with Tonga
Soon to return to international rugby with Tonga, Israel Folau will face social media restrictions, along with his teammates, says coach Toutai Kefu.
Origin vibes for Reds’ Crusaders ambush
Former Queensland Origin prop Brad Thorn is channelling the underdog Maroons spirit as Reds coach ahead of their Super Rugby quarter-final in Christchurch.
Reds hatch plan to shut down star Mo’unga
The Queensland Reds will be aiming to turn the tables on the Crusaders when the teams lock horns in Friday night's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final.
NSW bank on Perese for Super Rugby finals
NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman is backing his underdog team as the Super Rugby Pacific competition enters the knockout quarter-final stage.
Aussies help Wild Knights to Japan title
Wallabies winger Marika Koroibete has scored a try to help Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights down Suntory Sungoliath 18-12 in Japan's League One final.
Crusaders beat Reds before Super playoffs
The Crusaders have once again highlighted the Queensland Reds' deficiencies against NZ-based teams, beating them 28-15 in Christchurch.
Tokyo to host latest Dean-Jones battle
Sungoliath director of rugby Eddie Jones and Wild Knights coach Robbie Deans will add to their long history when the sides meet in Japan's League One final.
Reds to challenge history, Crusaders in NZ
The Queensland Reds will play the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday, before a potential quarter-final rematch at the same venue a week later.
Reds ready for mystery Super journey
Queensland are flying out to Christchurch to take on the Crusaders uncertain of their next destination in week one of the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
Wright eyes return for injury-hit Reds
Liam Wright could provide some welcome relief as the Queensland Reds battle injuries ahead of potentially two consecutive trips to face the Crusaders.
Injured O’Connor to miss Reds Super finals
James O'Connor has a hamstring tear and is expected to be sidelined for four weeks, ruling him out of the Queensland Reds' Super Rugby Pacific finals campaign.
England’s Aussie hooker hit by knee injury
England's Australian-born hooker Nic Dolly, dubbed the Human Mullet, is set to miss their three-Test series against the Wallabies with a serious knee injury.
Wallabies to face off in Japanese final
There will be plenty of Australian influence when Suntory Sungoliath meet Saitama Wild Knights in the Japan Rugby League One final.
O’Connor injury scare as Reds find form
The Reds were cruelly denied a crucial bonus point but were still celebrating the end of a four-game Super Rugby losing run against Moana Pasifika in Brisbane.
History against improved Tahs in Dunedin
The NSW Waratahs need a rare win in Dunedin over the Highlanders to jump back ahead of the Queensland Reds in the penultimate Super Rugby Pacific round.
Barrett steals win for Blues over Brumbies
Blues No.10 Beauden Barrett has kicked a field goal after the siren to secure a 21-19 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Brumbies in Canberra.