Waterlogged Force thumped 31-13 by Drua in Fiji
The Western Force were up a man for 30 minutes against the Drua, but still suffered a 31-13 loss in wet and slippery conditions in Fiji.
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Rebels leave Waratahs’ Super Rugby season in tatters
The Melbourne Rebels have consolidated their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes and dented NSW's with a spirited win over the Waratahs in Sydney.
Upbeat skipper wants a Red-hot go against ACT Brumbies
Despite last week's loss to the Force, Queensland Reds captain Tate McDermott doesn't want his players to change too much when they take on the ACT Brumbies.
Force told to stick to structures against Fijian flair
The Western Force will be aiming to make it two wins on the trot when they take on Fijian Drua in enemy territory on Sunday.
‘Brumbies DNA’: Larkham’s call to match rampant Reds
Wallabies selection could be on the line when the ACT Brumbies head to Suncorp Stadium to face the Queensland Reds, coach Stephen Larkham says.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.