Mortlock writes off Wallabies at World Cup
Ex-World Cup captain Stirling Mortlock says Australia has no hope of winning the 2023 edition of rugby's global showpiece and must address disciplinary issues.
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Wallabies lose to Italy in historic defeat
The Wallabies have lost to Italy for the first time ever, a 28-27 defeat in Florence coming after coach Dave Rennie made a dozen team changes.
New skipper, new energy drives Wallabies
New captain Allan Alaalatoa must manage late injuries, illness and a host of fresh combinations for the Wallabies to retain their perfect record against Italy.
Winger Ioane completes rugby’s full circle
Incoming Australian-born Melbourne recruit Monty Ioane will play against his country of birth for the first time when he runs out on the wing for Italy.
McReight out to make up for lost time
Wallabies flanker Fraser McReight plans to make his presence felt against Italy in a rare Test start as he fills in for long-time former captain Michael Hooper.
Injury drama after Rennie rings changes
Nick Frost is a late scratching to face Italy after injuring his ankle, while illness has also crept into Wallabies camp in Florence.
Wallabies wary of Italy danger game
Australia have never lost to Italy but winger Tom Wright says the Wallabies are blocking out outside noise that it is the easiest Test of their spring tour.
Gordon earns Wallabies call-up for Italy
Under Dave Rennie's halfback rotation, Jake Gordon will get his start against Italy, the team he made his Test debut against in 2018.
Wallabies lose Foketi for remaining tour
The Wallabies have suffered an injury blow, losing in-form centre Lalakai Foketi for the remainder of their European tour due to a shin injury against France.
Australia earn famous Hong Kong Sevens win
Australia's rugby 'misfits' have won the Hong Kong Sevens title, earning the nation's first triumph in the prestigious rugby festival since 1988.
France deny Wallabies in epic encounter
The Wallabies have suffered a gut-wrenching 30-29 loss to 2023 Rugby World Cup hosts and tournament favourites France in Paris.
Tupou, Skelton aim up for French Test
Australia must end France's 10-Test winning streak if they're to notch back-to-back victories for the first time in more than a year on Sunday.
Rennie ready for the ‘world’s best’ team
Wallabies' coach Dave Rennie has hailed France as "the world's best" team as the hosts named a powerful outfit for the eagerly-awaited Paris Test.
Rennie rings more changes for Wallabies
Late-blooming fullback Jock Campbell will make his Test starting debut among four Wallabies changes for the clash with France in Paris.
Talks on joint Aust/NZ team to face Lions
New Zealand and Australian rugby chiefs are having talks about fielding a joint Anzac team to face the British & Irish Lions in 2025, according to a report.
Skelton wants to be at best for Wallabies
Wallabies giant Will Skelton admits his superstar club status has not translated to the Test arena, which he is hoping to change as Australia take on France.
Will Skelton a giant asset for Wallabies
Will Skelton has joined the touring Wallabies and his teammate Jed Holloway says the giant lock has undeniable strengths as they prepare to play France.
England crush Wallaroos in World Cup QF
Jay Tregonning's Wallaroos side are heading home from New Zealand after a 41-5 World Cup quarter-final humbling by England.
Wallabies relieved by tour-opening victory
The relieved Wallabies have started their five-Test tour with a win over Scotland, but there's plenty for coach Dave Rennie to work on ahead of France.
Wallaroos ready for Red Roses at RWC
Wallaroos captain Shannon Parry says the Wallaroos' forward pack needs to match tournament favourites England if they're to reach the World Cup quarter-finals.
Campbell to get a Wallabies crack
Late-blooming Jock Campbell is set to make his Wallabies debut after being named on the bench for Saturday's clash with Scotland.
Wallabies’ Hooper returns to face Scotland
Coach Dave Rennie has included ex-skipper Michael Hooper in his starting side to face Scotland with the Wallabies hoping to start their spring tour with a bang.
Wallabies’ Kellaway backs new Scot Dempsey
Australia winger Andrew Kellaway supports Jack Dempsey's Scotland move, with new eligibility rules allowing the former Wallabies backrower to switch allegiance.
Michael Hooper opens up on mental demons
Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has opened up about the mental demons that led to the champion flanker taking almost three months' personal leave.
Shaky Wallaroos seal spot in RWC quarters
Grace Hamilton has been Australia's best as the Wallaroos won through to the Women's Rugby World Cup quarter-finals by beating Wales 13-7.
Wallabies take World Cup mindset to Europe
Skipper James Slipper says the Wallabies are treating the five-Test spring tour of Europe like a mini Rugby World Cup ahead of next year's global showpiece.
Hooper returns to Wallabies fold for tour
Veteran flanker Michael Hooper will join the Wallabies on their spring tour after returning from personal leave, but the captaincy will stay with James Slipper.
Wallaroos beat Scots to stay alive in Cup
Australia have come from behind to edge Scotland 14-12 in their Rugby World Cup pool match to keep finals action in sight.
Wallaroos scare NZ but suffer at World Cup
New Zealand have come from three tries down to defeat Australia on the opening night of the women's Rugby World Cup at Auckland's Eden Park.
Wallaroos facing sea of black at Eden Park
The mighty Black Ferns and a world record 40,000 screaming fans await the Wallaroos in their World Cup opener against New Zealand on Saturday.
Wallaroos craving grand World Cup stage
The Wallaroos will begin their women's rugby World Cup campaign against hosts New Zealand at a packed Eden Park, but it's England who'll start title favourites.