NSW Waratahs hope fairweather fans show up
NSW Waratahs coach Darren Coleman has issued a call to arms for fairweather fans to show up and support his young and improving Super Rugby Pacific side.
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Tributes flow for dual-code star Tuigamala
Va'aiga Tuigamala, a dual international in rugby union and rugby league and known as Inga the Winger, has died at the age of 52.
Salakaia-Loto to leave with Thorn blessing
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn doesn't begrudge the departure of Wallabies forward Lukhan Salakaia-Loto to the English Premiership next season.
Wheelchair-bound Tombs inspires Waratahs
A visit from wheelchair-bound former NSW and Australian Test star Richard Tombs has steeled the Waratahs for Friday's Super Rugby Pacific clash with Queensland.
Waratahs playmaker eager for O’Connor duel
NSW Waratahs playmaker Ben Donaldson can't wait to go head to head with Wallabies star James O'Connor in a Super Rugby Pacific clash with Queensland.
Force back Godwin to rebound from errors
Western Force centre Kyle Godwin committed late errors against the Brumbies but coach Tim Sampson is keeping the faith in his star back.
Drua adapt to Super slow-down tactics
The Fijian Drua learnt quickly on debut how teams will attempt to stifle their strengths in Super Rugby Pacific and say they're already adapting.
Double-headers a focus of Super W season
Twelve Super W games will be played as double-headers with the men's Super Rugby Pacific season when the six-team, eight-week tournament kicks off.
NSW Waratahs turn to Steve ‘Blocker’ Roach
Waratahs coach Darren Coleman's called on league great Steve Roach for inspiration as his Super Rugby Pacific side bids to turn Leichhardt Oval into a fortress.
Beale’s done deal to return to Australia
Rugby Australia has announced veteran Wallabies playmaker Kurtley Beale will return home to play for the NSW Waratahs and possibly a fourth World Cup in 2023.
Brumbies snatch Super Rugby Pacific win
Lachie Lonergan's late try has given the Brumbies a heart-stopping 29-23 win against a brave Western Force in their Super Rugby Pacific clash in Canberra.
Thorn’s rare praise for forgotten fullback
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn was gushing in his praise for understated fullback Jock Campbell after his team's victory over the Melbourne Rebels.
Rebels lament ‘weak’ Super Rugby start
Battling a mounting injury toll, the Melbourne Rebels are seeking answers fast after kicking off their Super Rugby season with a 23-5 loss to the Reds.
Wilson’s statement as Reds grind by Rebels
Harry Wilson has shone as the Queensland Reds began their Super Rugby Pacific season with a grinding 23-5 defeat of the Melbourne Rebels at Suncorp Stadium.
Steely NSW Waratahs emerge from darkness
Coach Darren Coleman and captain Jake Gordon have hailed the NSW Waratahs' character and resolve following the side's emphatic Super Rugby Pacific win.
Waratahs tame Fijian Drua to break drought
The NSW Waratahs have ended a 13-match, 538-day winless streak with a 40-10 victory over Fijian Drua in the inaugural Super Rugby Pacific match.
Bench weapons to give Reds 80-minute edge
Wallabies Fraser McReight and Hunter Paisami have a job to do off the bench for the Queensland Reds in their Super Rugby Pacific season opener.
Tahs’ fortunes key in Super Rugby rebirth
The Pacific influence will be felt in Super Rugby on both sides of the Tasman this season, but in Australia it's the fortunes of the Waratahs that are key.
Drua eye statement Super Rugby Pacific win
The Fijian Drua enter their Super Rugby Pacific debut against the NSW Waratahs on Friday night wanting to be more than just competitive.
Drua debut takes coach Byrne full circle
Mick Byrne has soaked up his return to Sydney as Fijian Drua head coach, more than 30 years after playing his final VFL game for the Swans.
Rebels’ Gordon to embrace Suncorp return
Melbourne Rebels No.10 Carter Gordon hopes his former Queensland Reds teammates try to unsettle him in Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific opener.
Brumbies to come up against familiar faces
The Western Force will be tapping into the knowledge of their new recruits when they take on the Brumbies for their Super Rugby Pacific opener in Canberra.
NSW Waratahs steeled by the blues of 2021
Steeled by the humiliation and despair of a winless 2021 campaign, the NSW Waratahs will open the Super Rugby Pacific season feeling re-energised.
Waratahs on guard against Fijian ambush
The NSW Waratahs are treating Fijian Drua with full respect and won't be taking the competition newcomers lightly in their Super Rugby Pacific opener.
Tahs’ bus-ride karaoke bring Super vibes
Wallabies and Waratahs centre Izaia Perese has detailed new coach Darren Coleman's attempts drag the Super Rugby outfit back from their lowest point.
Reds’ ace revealed ahead of Super season
Jock Campbell's potential at No.10 could free up Jordan Petaia for a tantalising move to fullback for the Reds this Super Rugby season.
Waratahs’ wall returns for Super revival
The NSW Waratahs were turnstiles in a historically poor 2021 season but showed in Roma, a week out from the new Super Rugby season, things may have changed.
Tahs impress in trial win over the Reds
The Waratahs showed off some bruising, organised defence in a 21-14 trial game win over the Queensland Reds.
Drua’s Super inclusion key to pathway push
Rugby Australia chief executive Andy Marinos says the expanded Super Rugby competition is imperative to developing pathways in the Pacific.
Donaldson has dibs on Tahs’ No.10 jumper
Ben Donaldson will start at flyhalf for the NSW Waratahs this weekend in their final hit-out before the Super Rugby Pacific season kicks off.
Kefu praises Super effort to support Tonga
Every try scored across the first 10 rounds of the Super Rugby Pacific tournament will see $500 donated to the Red Cross Pacific Tsunami Appeal.