Expect to see Super Rugby teams take on Japanese opponents in the future – but don’t bet on a Sunwolves revival.
Broadcast footage of Eddie Jones remonstrating with a referee in regional NSW has surfaced after Rugby Australia’s complaint helped trigger a six-week ban and a fine exceeding $10,000.
Sydney Roosters back Mark Nawaqanitawase will take up a two-year deal in Japanese rugby,despite interest from France.
They are the ‘lost boys’ of Australian rugby:two teams worth of talented youngsters who have been poached by French clubs,and many are the giant forwards so sorely need by the Wallabies.
The draw for the pools of the 2027 Rugby World Cup has been completed. Find out who got the easiest run,and who has the toughest.
The Sydney Roosters back-rower is back from the Kangaroos tour and will meet with his management on the weekend to work out his next career move.
Japan coach Eddie Jones has reminded the Wallabies of his successful record against them ahead of a spicy Test match reunion in Tokyo.
Incoming Wallabies coach Les Kiss says there is “a little bit of water to go under the bridge” before the Reds consider a play for Mark Nawaqanitawase.
Nick Champion de Crespigny only debuted in Super Rugby,and for Australia,this year. But he will lead a massively changed Wallabies side into battle against Eddie Jones’ Japan on Saturday.
The Wallabies’ memories are still fresh of the chaotic 2023 season under Eddie Jones. But a high player turnover,injuries and Spring Tour selection strategy may take some heat out of a spicy reunion in Tokyo.