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Jones hopeful Japan becomes Newcastle's rugby team

Jones hopeful Japan becomes Newcastle's rugby team

With an eye on Japan's 2027 Rugby World Cup match in Newcastle, coach Eddie Jones wants Novocastrians to get behind his team when they play Ireland in July.

Leonard milestone looms as Wallaroos aim to upset Kiwis

Leonard milestone looms as Wallaroos aim to upset Kiwis

Leonard milestone looms as Wallaroos aim to upset Kiwis

Leonard milestone looms as Wallaroos aim to upset Kiwis

Michaela Leonard will make a record 46th appearance for Australia when they play New Zealand on Saturday, with the aim of beating the Kiwis for the first time.

Bula Round? How Fiji can host Super Rugby's big weekend

Bula Round? How Fiji can host Super Rugby's big weekend

Bula Round? How Fiji can host Super Rugby's big weekend

Bula Round? How Fiji can host Super Rugby's big weekend

Christchurch's Super Round rebirth will give rugby a timely boost as rival destinations, including Fiji, jostle for a piece of the action.

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'Heart of the city': Tahs must lift for Super occasion

'Heart of the city': Tahs must lift for Super occasion

Staring down some unwanted history, the Crusaders expect their debut at Christchurch's new stadium for Super Round to count for plenty against the Waratahs.

'Spend before they have it': RA's pivotal finance shift

'Spend before they have it': RA's pivotal finance shift

After announcing a record profit, Phil Waugh is confident Rugby Australia has bucked what he thinks is a global trend crippling the finances of the code.

Reds' No.10 woes, Tahs prepare for 'different beast'

Reds' No.10 woes, Tahs prepare for 'different beast'

Reds coach Les Kiss has given an update on his injured playmakers while the Waratahs have made bulk changes for their Super Round date with the Crusaders.

Gun for hire: Ex-Wallaby Genia eyes PNG Chiefs role

Gun for hire: Ex-Wallaby Genia eyes PNG Chiefs role

An-ex Wallabies son of a Papua New Guinea gun says he'd welcome the chance to cross codes and work with the PNG Chiefs ahead of their entry to the NRL in 2028.

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Wright wants Brumbies to rediscover winning ways

Wright wants Brumbies to rediscover winning ways

Wright wants Brumbies to rediscover winning ways

Wright wants Brumbies to rediscover winning ways

Tom Wright says he's relieved to have his return from injury out of the way and wants the focus to be on the Brumbies returning to their best in Super Round.

Reds flyhalf Gordon cleared of serious knee injury

Reds flyhalf Gordon cleared of serious knee injury

Reds flyhalf Gordon cleared of serious knee injury

Reds flyhalf Gordon cleared of serious knee injury

Reds star Carter Gordon has avoided ligament damage in his knee and, after initial fears of a long-term injury, is expected to make a relatively swift recovery.

'Size matters': why Genia wants Kerevi for World Cup

'Size matters': why Genia wants Kerevi for World Cup

'Size matters': why Genia wants Kerevi for World Cup

'Size matters': why Genia wants Kerevi for World Cup

Two-time Wallabies World Cup star Will Genia has thrown up a Japan-based veteran for inclusion in Les Kiss's squad for the 2027 global showpiece in Australia.

History beckons as Super Rugby gathers under one roof

History beckons as Super Rugby gathers under one roof

History beckons as Super Rugby gathers under one roof

History beckons as Super Rugby gathers under one roof

The Brumbies and Waratahs have a chance to claim significant trans-Tasman bragging rights while the Reds and Blues will resume hostilities in Christchurch.

Women in black confound Australia sevens stars again

Women in black confound Australia sevens stars again

Women in black confound Australia sevens stars again

Women in black confound Australia sevens stars again

New Zealand's women's sevens champs have made it nine wins out of the last 10 against Australia in tournament finals as they lifted the marquee Hong Kong title.

Rennie's Steelers close gap on ladder leaders in Japan

Rennie's Steelers close gap on ladder leaders in Japan

Rennie's Steelers close gap on ladder leaders in Japan

Rennie's Steelers close gap on ladder leaders in Japan

All Blacks coach Dave Rennie has masterminded another victory for the Kobe Steelers, who closed in on the ladder leaders in Japan.

Zac Lomax stars as Force stun Crusaders in thriller

Zac Lomax stars as Force stun Crusaders in thriller

Zac Lomax stars as Force stun Crusaders in thriller

Zac Lomax stars as Force stun Crusaders in thriller

The Western Force have kept their finals hopes alive after Zac Lomax's maiden try helped inspire them to a famous comeback win over the Crusaders.

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Brumbies shellshocked after Drua ruin Wright's return

The Brumbies have missed the chance to consolidate a spot in the top four after suffering a shock five-point loss to Fijian Drua in Canberra.

US storm to win over Wallaroos after Kansas delays

The Wallaroos have been outplayed 33-12 by the US after more wild Kansas weather delayed the Test's kick-off by more than two hours.

'If not us, then what?' Umaga's Pasifika rugby fears

Moana Pasifika coach and former All Blacks champion Tana Umaga has detailed his fears for the region's rugby talent with the club's future in grave doubt.

Tahs defy emotional Pasifika, lightning for crucial win

Tana Umaga has detailed his and his players' emotions after Moana Pasifika threatened to upset the NSW Waratahs days after ownership declared the club unviable.

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Cale injury revealed as brothers prepare for Super feud

The Brumbies have learned Charlie Cale will miss most of their remaining Super Rugby Pacific season as Rob Valetini readies to go head-to-head with his brother.

Lomax the Force's wing man with finals fate on the line

Darby Lancaster's season-ending ankle injury means former NRL star Zac Lomax will play a key role in the Force's bid to keep their finals hopes alive.

Discipline a focus as Wallaroos ready for US battle

The Wallaroos know they must improve on their discipline if they are to get the better of rugby rivals, Team USA, in the second round of the Pacific Cup Series.

Waratahs' McKellar delivers great news to Suaalii fans

Joseph Suaalii remains sidelined with a hamstring injury but his return for the NSW Waratahs could be sooner than expected.

'Really, really simple': Moana demise to spark overhaul

Waratahs coach Dan McKellar has weighed in as another Super Rugby format overhaul looms thanks to Moana Pasifika's impending competition exit.

Action stations for Wright, Lomax but Cale misses out

Tom Wright will play his first Super Rugby game since tearing his ACL last August, while Zac Lomax has also been handed a starting spot for the Western Force.

Wallaroos set to ride out more wild weather against USA

The Wallaroos have been dealing with tornadoes, lightning and heavy rain but remain upbeat about their chances against arch-rivals USA in the Pacific Four.

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