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Nothing special on menu as Wallabies aim to end hoodoo

Nothing special on menu as Wallabies aim to end hoodoo

The Wallabies haven't beaten Ireland since 2018, and they'll get their chance to break that rut against the No.3 Test nation in Saturday's clash in Sydney.

Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Anzac Day Test confirmed, Bledisloe Cup to change

Rugby Australia and New Zealand Rugby have announced that a third Bledisloe Cup Test will be played on Anzac Day in Brisbane next year.

Force upset Tahs to break Super Rugby Women hoodoo

Force upset Tahs to break Super Rugby Women hoodoo

Force upset Tahs to break Super Rugby Women hoodoo

Force upset Tahs to break Super Rugby Women hoodoo

The Western Force have pulled off a stellar second half comeback to end the NSW Waratahs 37-0 unbeaten streak against Australian opponents.

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Drua run rampant over Reds, seal Super finals spot

Drua run rampant over Reds, seal Super finals spot

Fijiana Drua have delivered a statement to their Super Rugby Women rivals, thrashing the Queensland Reds to continue their push for the minor premiership.

Returning Wallabies trio put hands up to face Ireland

Returning Wallabies trio put hands up to face Ireland

Match-hardened from his playing stint in the UK, Tom Hooper says he will be ready to face Ireland in Sydney if called upon by Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt.

Wallaby star ready to confront Irish 'friends for life'

Wallaby star ready to confront Irish 'friends for life'

Prop Angus Bell is casting friendship aside as the Wallabies face a challenging start to 2026 with Nations Championship Tests against Ireland, France and Italy.

'Every road's different': a Cairns to Canberra Wallaby

'Every road's different': a Cairns to Canberra Wallaby

A 26-year-old who never played representative junior rugby is in line to be Joe Schmidt's eighth different No.10 in the upcoming Nations Championship Tests.

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'Look to rectify': Wallabies to atone for horror tour

'Look to rectify': Wallabies to atone for horror tour

'Look to rectify': Wallabies to atone for horror tour

'Look to rectify': Wallabies to atone for horror tour

The Wallabies are hoping to right the wrongs of last year's horror spring tour of Europe with a flying start to 2026 against European giants Ireland and France.

Moana Pasifika's Super future confirmed by NZ Rugby

Moana Pasifika's Super future confirmed by NZ Rugby

Moana Pasifika's Super future confirmed by NZ Rugby

Moana Pasifika's Super future confirmed by NZ Rugby

Super Rugby Pacific will be a 10-team competition in 2027 with New Zealand Rugby closing the door on Moana Pasifika by rejecting any bids to save the franchise.

Master sevens coach Walsh lands vital new RA role

Master sevens coach Walsh lands vital new RA role

Master sevens coach Walsh lands vital new RA role

Master sevens coach Walsh lands vital new RA role

Rio Olympics gold medal-winning sevens coach Tim Walsh has been unveiled as Rugby Australia's new women's high-performance boss.

Force teenager shocks Reds, Drua overcome Brumbies

Force teenager shocks Reds, Drua overcome Brumbies

Force teenager shocks Reds, Drua overcome Brumbies

Force teenager shocks Reds, Drua overcome Brumbies

The Fijiana Drua have cemented their position inside the Super Rugby Women's top four, while the Western Force produced a stunning comeback against Queensland.

Locked and loaded: Schmidt on big Wallabies omission

Locked and loaded: Schmidt on big Wallabies omission

Locked and loaded: Schmidt on big Wallabies omission

Locked and loaded: Schmidt on big Wallabies omission

Joe Schmidt has left Lukhan Salakaia-Loto out of his Nations Championship squad, instead keen to blood two younger locks as the Wallabies assess options.

Former league great accused of blocking star's return

Former league great accused of blocking star's return

Former league great accused of blocking star's return

Former league great accused of blocking star's return

Israel Folau's hopes of returning to the NRL after more than a decade were blocked by former league great Wayne Pearce, according to Folau's wife.

Flyhalf heads west as Reds bolster lock stocks

Flyhalf heads west as Reds bolster lock stocks

Flyhalf heads west as Reds bolster lock stocks

Flyhalf heads west as Reds bolster lock stocks

Two Australian playmakers are on the move while the Queensland Reds have addressed a depth issue in a key area.

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Waratahs young gun bags Super Rugby rookie honours

He didn't get onto the field until round 4 but Sid Harvey made such an impression since that he's been named Super Rugby Pacific rookie of the year.

'Age is irrelevant': Slipper set for Wallabies comeback

Ageless prop James Slipper could become rugby's all-time most-capped player after announcing a comeback for the Wallabies less than a year into retirement.

Exiting coach doesn't fancy Wallabies' World Cup hopes

One of Australia's longest serving and most experienced coaches has cast doubts on the Wallabies' hopes of contending for Rugby World Cup glory next year.

No doubt about it: Chiefs' Aussie gets Super final shot

Aussie centre Lalakai Foketi has explained the differences between the environments at the Chiefs and Waratahs ahead of the Kiwi club's fourth-straight final.

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Numbers expose void, Brumbies sift through Super ashes

Stephen Larkham has identified why the wheels fell off the Brumbies' Super campaign, while the Reds have locked in a young No.10 among a raft of list changes.

Waratahs set up Super W win with rousing first half

The Waratahs are unbeaten in the first two rounds of Super W after beating the Brumbies in Canberra while the Fijian Drua rallied to overhaul the Western Force.

Drua unleash frenetic comeback to down Force women

The Western Force have opened their Super Rugby Women season with a loss, coughing up a 24-10 lead against an inspired Fijian Drua side.

Waratah out for using ADHD medication without exemption

A rising NSW Waratahs star has accepted an 18-month ban for using ADHD medication without an appropriate exemption that he now has.

'Freak' and French muscle bolster Junior Wallabies

Tom Robinson will lead a Junior Wallabies team that will for the first time include overseas talent in two hulking French-based props, and a local freak.

Forgotten Wallabies skipper lands Welsh club deal

Former Wallabies captain Liam Wright will play for Welsh club Ospreys, keen to reinvigorate his career after injuries derailed his stint with the Reds.

Levi-powered Aussie women roar to world sevens title

Australia's rugby women have become world sevens champions after defeating their great rivals New Zealand in the final match of the season in Bordeaux.

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