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Why the No.10 debate is far less important than No.9 race for Wallabies
In a big change to rugby in the past decade, the No.9 is now more like the halfback in rugby league – the player who makes most of the decisions and directs his team around the field.
- Paul Cully
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‘It does hurt’: O’Connor opens up on Wallabies snub and Australia return
James O’Connor is loving life in Leicester but still has unfinished business with the Wallabies after being dropped in November for the France Test.
- Jonathan Drennan
‘I hold no grudge’: Why Australian rugby’s newest rock star had to leave Sydney to get a gig
Finally free of injury, athletic Brumbies back-rower Charlie Cale is setting Super Rugby alight in 2026. On Friday, he’ll take on the team that didn’t want him, the Waratahs.
- Iain Payten
Wallabies turn to former All Blacks defensive guru to bolster coaching staff
The Kiwi behind one of the most famous defensive efforts in World Cup history will be on deck for the Wallabies at next year’s tournament.
- Iain Payten
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Get ready Wallabies, some giant challenges are on the way
Ireland, Italy and France will play in Australia in July. Australia should prepare for stern challenges.
- Paul Cully
The Slipper conundrum: How do you celebrate a guy who breaks every record but hates the spotlight?
James Slipper will tick off yet another milestone with a record 203rd Super Rugby appearance on Friday night. It caused a minor headache for competition officials.
- Iain Payten
Wallabies star’s European move confirmed ahead of Crichton’s arrival
As a Test gun prepares to depart, a luckless warrior has gained new life after overcoming another tumultuous period.
- Nick Wright
With another batch of NRL recruits, can the lessons of 2003 help bring World Cup success in 2027?
The poaching of high-profile league stars for the last Rugby World Cup in Australia created competition and agonising selection calls for the Wallabies.
- Iain Payten
Can Zac Lomax actually play rugby? A teammate and a coach give their verdicts
Lomax’s background in union has been questioned after the ex-NRL star signed with the Force and RA this week. A Super Rugby player and a former coach share their memories of his teenage rugby talent.
- Iain Payten
Lomax logjam: Wallabies coach-in-waiting throws down gauntlet to convert
The incoming Australia honcho also outlined his plans for limiting Max Jorgensen’s influence, as the Reds prepare to face the Waratahs on Saturday night.
- Nick Wright