Lynagh reveals injury, contract detail with Cup in mind
Wallabies flyhalf Tom Lynagh has provided fresh detail to his frustrating injury absence and hinted at an imminent contract extension.
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Rugby Australia’s alleged secret plan blindsided Rebels
A mysterious policy designed to boost Australian rugby heartland at the expense of the Melbourne Rebels is a key sticking point in a lawsuit worth millions.
‘It still hurts’: Brumbies set for Super revenge
Allan Alaalatoa says the Brumbies have been re-watching video of their round seven loss to NSW, determined to down their arch-rivals in his milestone match.
Kurtley Beale becomes Force’s ‘Mr Spark’
The Western Force are starting to find their form, and Kurtley Beale's energetic performances haven't gone unnoticed.
No regrets: Les Kiss backs decision to rest Reds stars
The Queensland Reds have been left clinging to sixth spot after resting a host of stars in their 19-14 loss to the Western Force in Perth.
Reds suffer late heartache as Force snare thrilling win
The Western Force have kept their slim finals hopes alive after surviving some nervy late moments to post a 19-14 win over the Queensland Reds at HBF Park.
Slick Waratahs demolish Drua, keep top six hopes alive
The NSW Waratahs have snapped a 15-game losing streak when playing outside of Australia by defeating the Fijian Drua in Suva.
Time for stability: Force back in coach Cron for 2027
The Western Force's finals drought has already hit 20 years, but the club is confident coach Simon Cron has put the foundations in place to finally end the rut.
It’s a grand final: Force fired up to take down Reds
The Western Force's finals hopes are hanging by a thread, with three wins needed from their final three games if they are any chance to sneak in.
What Wallabies coach Schmidt told Force star Zac Lomax
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has arrived in Perth and will closely monitor prized Western Force recruit Zac Lomax in Saturday night's crunch Super Rugby clash.
Reds roll changes for trip west, Force dealt big blows
A quartet of rested Reds and Wallabies stars, including captain Fraser McReight, won't head west to face the Force, but there's a big addition in the forwards.
‘Not surprised’: Kiss on Chiefs’ latest rugby target
Reds coach Les Kiss, who will take over the Wallabies later this year, is bracing for an ongoing NRL recruitment battle after a young star's link to the Chiefs.
Lonergan leads from front as Brumbies blunt Force
The ACT Brumbies have snapped a three-game losing streak in tense fashion, beating the Western Force and denting their opponents' finals hopes.
Late heartbreak as brave Reds fall to Chiefs
The Queensland Reds were on the wrong end of a 12-5 penalty count, and it proved costly in their 10-point loss to the Chiefs in Brisbane.
Reds answer questions, seek more in crunch Chiefs clash
The Queensland Reds can make a decisive play for a top-three Super Rugby Pacific finish with victory over the Chiefs in Brisbane.
Wallabies star backs overdue Anzac Day Bledisloe first
Fraser McReight isn't sure why the Anzac Day Bledisloe Cup Test, slated to debut next year, isn't already on the rugby calendar.
Brumbies regain key leader, Gordon returns for Reds
The Brumbies will welcome back Wallaby Allan Alaalatoa for their crunch clash against the Western Force while Carter Gordon returns for the Queensland Reds.
Kiss to have say on Wallabies’ July selection calls
Joe Schmidt has explained how Les Kiss will have a say on Wallabies selections before he takes the reins, and made a case for the injury-plagued Tom Lynagh.
Reds victory consigns Brumbies to rare Super Rugby fate
Australia's benchmark Brumbies have suffered three straight losses for the first time in eight years to be in danger of missing the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
‘Not good enough’: Force dent Waratahs’ finals hopes
Two tries from a former teammate on a mission have led the Western Force to a pivotal Super Rugby Pacific victory over the NSW Waratahs in Sydney.
Rugby focus for Lonergan as Brumbies, Reds do battle
Lachlan Lonergan isn't looking too far into the future ahead of his first start of the Super Rugby Pacific season for the ACT Brumbies.
‘A good test’: Suaalii and Lomax to go head to head
Former NSW State of Origin teammates Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Zac Lomax are set to clash in rugby union for the first time at a familiar Sydney venue.
Durable Reds flyhalf tosses up Super Rugby options
Harry McLaughlin-Phillips will finally wear the Reds' No.10 jumper at Suncorp Stadium as the durable flyhalf weighs up his options for the next Super season.
Code-hoppers Suaalii, Lomax to clash on Super stage
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been cleared to return from a hamstring injury, pitting the Waratahs centre against Force code-hopper Zac Lomax in a Sydney duel.
Blow for Waratahs as prop banned for Force clash
NSW Waratahs prop Daniel Botha will miss the side's crucial Super Rugby Pacific derby with the Western Force because of suspension.
‘Definitely time’: Waratahs record-setter’s team jolt
Jake Gordon is still chasing an elusive Super Rugby Pacific crown as he moves past Chris Whitaker as the NSW Waratahs' most-capped halfback.
Injured Wallaby half still aiming for Super return
Test No.9 Tate McDermott says he's still hoping to play before the end of the regular Super Rugby Pacific season after setbacks with his hamstring recovery.
Giteau’s No.10 plea, query of Wallabies’ forgotten man
Matt Giteau wonders why Ben Donaldson fell down the Wallabies' pecking order and wants an early call made on who wears the No.10 leading into the World Cup.
Drua blow their chance to add Chiefs’ Super scalp
The Fijian Drua were in the arm-wrestle against the Chiefs before some forgettable moments blew open the contest to complete Christchurch's Super Round.
Pasifika soar high but Highlanders pluck Super win
Moana Pasifika's former Brisbane Broncos talent Israel Leota improved his stocks with a spectacular try on rugby's Super Round main stage in Christchurch.
Why there is hope for Aussies after not-so Super Round
New Zealand teams occupy the top four spots on the ladder approaching the pointy end of the Super Rugby season after a Kiwi shut-out in Christchurch.