Lions role under threat as Tahs drop Wallabies’ $1.2 million man
Australia’s highest-paid forward has been relegated to an impact role for the Waratahs, which could change the complexion of the Wallabies forward pack against the Lions.
Australia’s highest-paid forward has been relegated to an impact role for the Waratahs, which could change the complexion of the Wallabies forward pack against the Lions.
It’s a comp helping launch young talent and identifying others who may have slipped under the radar and Waratah selectors will be monitoring every game of Colts in 2025 for future stars
They have a mix of local and country talent along with some talented reps with this Sydney Rugby Union 1st Colts side aiming to rise through the ranks in 2025 and crack the finals.
Easts are favourites but there’s a club touted a genuine dark horse and another with the ability to shock in the Sydney Rugby Union 1st Colts comp starting this weekend. Poll
Al Baxter played 69 games for the Wallabies. Now he’s part of the team redesigning England’s home of rugby.
They have schoolboys, players labelled future Wallabies and a try scoring sensation. Sydney University also has plenty of motivation ahead of the 2025 Sydney Rugby Union 1st Colts season.
The youngest player chosen in the Australian Under-20s rugby squad, a centre turned No. 8 enforcer and an emerging flyhalf from Souths were among those first picked in the Colts 1 team of the week. More here.
Jordan Petaia’s path to an NFL roster has been revealed – with the former Wallaby in the sights of four teams. Read why pop star Taylor Swift could play a role in where he ends up.
In an exclusive interview, former Wallaby and newly appointed World Rugby Chair Brett Robinson details his vision for the game, and explains why things are suddenly looking brighter for Australia.
There were no gold medals this time but Australia did at least finish on the podium in both the men’s and women’s tournaments at the prestigious Hong Kong Rugby Sevens.
It was a turn of pace that led to one of the few highlights for the NSW Waratahs in a Super Rugby Pacific loss full of injury angst and drama. So how did debutant Archie Saunders get so fast?
Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh has put a line through Israel Folau’s name, ending his dreams of a return against the British and Irish Lions later this year.
World Rugby has put forward an audacious plan for Sevens to be placed as the first gold medal awarded at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, with officials also eyeing a switch from Suncorp.
Queensland Reds are back on the top of the Super Rugby ladder for the first time since 2012, as a late try got them home against the Western Force at a rain-soaked Suncorp Stadium.
Australia has a long history of producing parent-child sporting greatness, but which famous name stands above the rest?
The once-in-12-years British & Irish Lions series is the perfect opportunity to give rookie Aussie coaches a taste of big time rugby.
Colts 1 round 1 teams: Player selection highlights from all eight teams playing this weekend. See what exciting youngsters are lining up for your local rugby club.
Backyard battles and getting roughed up as a kid helped this Waratah learn the toughness to survive and thrive – and now become the Waratahs 179th captain as Joseph Suaalii returns.
The first Australian U20 rugby squad for 2025 is dominated by teenagers from two famous local footy clubs. Who’s producing the most rising stars and how do other clubs stack up?
You might not recognise their faces yet but their surnames are well known. The future Wallaby hopefuls following in the big footsteps of their football playing fathers – and smashing it.
Injury carnage in the backline led NSW to a devastating 57-12 loss to the Hurricanes, and there are fears Wallabies star Max Jorgensen could be sidelined for some time.
Wallabies greats have backed Israel Folau’s bid to play in the Australia and New Zealand Invitational side against the Lions, and one even wants to play alongside him.
Qld Premier Rugby: Here’s your ultimate club rugby guide to the new season.
Six years ago, Jamie Pandaram demanded Israel Folau be sacked after posting homophobic content on social media. Now, he thinks Folau deserves a farewell during the Lions tour. Here’s why.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was set for a long crack at fullback, but rugby’s $5 million man is set for a shock switch. Plus, Brumbies make four changes. Click for team news.
Israel Folau has declared his wish to play against the British & Irish Lions in July, chasing selection for what would be a remarkable return to playing in Australia.
There is plenty of player movement already between clubs, and also new signings from interstate and overseas that will strengthen some teams in pursuit of Shute Shield glory. Every move revealed.
It took until the dying minute for the Waratahs A’s and Brumbies Runners battle to be determined – and it was worth the wait. Stars, standouts, result wrap and action photos
The future of Australian rugby produced heart, speed, snazzy footwork and a big upset as the Waratahs and Queensland Reds produced a ripper in their U18s series finale. Stars, result wrap
NSW Waratahs have ended a 13-game losing run against Super Rugby rivals, the Brumbies, prevailing in a seven-try thriller. But baffling officiating threatened to undermine what was a classic.
