As the Super Rugby season launches without a Melbourne team,players and officials reflect on some tough decisions,and what they might mean for the game.
Heinz Lemoto is a freakish talent – and priority target – for the Penrith Panthers and Rugby Australia. But French rugby is poised to swoop for the powerhouse forward.
The NSW Waratahs playmaker needed help switching off from rugby. He had coffee with the Penrith captain – who was just as interested in Edmed’s experiences in the 15-man code.
If the next Wallabies coach flops,an Australian passport or an Akubra isn’t going to shield him from criticism.
The highly rated Irishman has thrown his hat into the Wallabies’ coaching ring with Joe Schmidt set to step down in October.
Joe Schmidt has decided against taking the Wallabies to the 2027 Rugby World Cup. Who could replace him?
An Australian rugby hopeful has called on clubs across codes to employ a full-time psychologist,both to support those in turmoil and take them to new heights.
With the Promised Land just around the corner,Joe Schmidt has prioritised his real family over his Wallabies family – a decision that must be respected,painful as it is.
Wallabies coach is set to stand down at the end of this year’s Rugby Championship,turning down the opportunity to carry on to the 2027 World Cup.
Surrounded by future opponents in Super Rugby,including two-time player of the year Beauden Barrett,Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii was the main attraction.