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Underdog Wallabies ready to bite at Twickenham again

Underdog Wallabies ready to bite at Twickenham again

Wallabies captain Harry Wilson reckons his men revel in the role of underdogs and are ready to pull off another shock triumph at Twickenham

No complaints from Schmidt over England 'advantage'

No complaints from Schmidt over England 'advantage'

No complaints from Schmidt over England 'advantage'

No complaints from Schmidt over England 'advantage'

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt says he's happy to have the hand he's been dealt despite complaints the Twickenham Test has been stacked in England's favour.

Kangaroos, Wallabies united in one quest: beat England

Kangaroos, Wallabies united in one quest: beat England

Kangaroos, Wallabies united in one quest: beat England

Kangaroos, Wallabies united in one quest: beat England

In the space of 40 minutes this weekend, Australia's rugby codes could be celebrating a unique double - or disappointment - on English turf.

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Reds stalwart ready for new chapter in rugby career

Reds stalwart ready for new chapter in rugby career

Favourite son Liam Wright is moving on from the Queensland Reds, with the former captain announcing his departure after eight years and 86 matches.

Wallabies to call on reserves after lock injury toll

Wallabies to call on reserves after lock injury toll

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt will send an SOS back to Australia after likely losing two locks ahead of their Test against England at Twickenham.

New Kangaroo will earn Wallabies recall in 2027: Kiss

New Kangaroo will earn Wallabies recall in 2027: Kiss

Wallabies coach-in-waiting Les Kiss is an admirer of Kangaroos debutant Mark Nawaqanitawase, who he says will return to union in 2027 wiser and a better player.

Rookie Champion de Crespigny named Wallabies captain

Rookie Champion de Crespigny named Wallabies captain

Two-Test rookie flanker Nick Champion de Crespigny has been named to captain the Wallabies against Eddie Jones' Japan in Saturday's rugby Test in Tokyo.

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Ex-Wallabies star backs Gordon to flourish in return

Ex-Wallabies star backs Gordon to flourish in return

Ex-Wallabies star backs Gordon to flourish in return

Ex-Wallabies star backs Gordon to flourish in return

Berrick Barnes believes Carter Gordon will hit the ground running in his rugby return after coaching the young No.10 at the 2023 Rugby World Cup.

Paisami looking to be Wallabies' centre of attention

Paisami looking to be Wallabies' centre of attention

Paisami looking to be Wallabies' centre of attention

Paisami looking to be Wallabies' centre of attention

Hunter Paisami is hoping to prove himself in Saturday's Test against Japan and regain the Wallabies No.12 jersey for the spring tour.

Wallabies' 'Flickitau' Ikitau claims John Eales Medal

Wallabies' 'Flickitau' Ikitau claims John Eales Medal

Wallabies' 'Flickitau' Ikitau claims John Eales Medal

Wallabies' 'Flickitau' Ikitau claims John Eales Medal

Classy Len Ikitau has etched his name in history as the first centre to win the John Eales Medal as Australian rugby's player of the year.

'Good chance' Gordon will be rushed back for Wallabies

'Good chance' Gordon will be rushed back for Wallabies

'Good chance' Gordon will be rushed back for Wallabies

'Good chance' Gordon will be rushed back for Wallabies

Coach Joe Schmidt says code-hopping Carter Gordon is a big chance of playing in the Wallabies' spring tour opener just 12 days after leaving the NRL.

Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots

Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots

Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots

Wallaroos trailblazer hangs up her Test boots

Two Wallaroos veterans have announced their Test retirements as the team hunts for a new full-time coach.

Wallabies playmaker flashes back into Cup contention

Wallabies playmaker flashes back into Cup contention

Wallabies playmaker flashes back into Cup contention

Wallabies playmaker flashes back into Cup contention

Released from his NRL deal, Carter Gordon has been thrust into the Wallabies' end-of-year tour squad, while another Test playmaker has been left out.

Code-hopping Titans star might bounce back to rugby

Code-hopping Titans star might bounce back to rugby

Code-hopping Titans star might bounce back to rugby

Code-hopping Titans star might bounce back to rugby

With Quade Cooper floating the idea following the Wallabies' recent loss to NZ, Carter Gordon could switch back to rugby after an injury-affected NRL stint.

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All Blacks clean sweep Wallabies in Slipper's farewell

The Wallabies have slumped to their 11th straight loss to the All Blacks after conceding four tries to one in a wet Bledisloe Cup clash in Perth.

Let's make him proud: Wallabies to do it for Slipper

The Wallabies have lost their past 10 matches against New Zealand, and slumping to an 11th loss would be simply unthinkable in James Slipper's Test farewell.

Wallabies regain juggernaut, O'Connor relegated

The Wallabies must defeat the All Blacks in Perth on Saturday night and then hope for Argentina to do them a favour in order to win the Rugby Championship.

Rugby Australia to block R360 as NRL downplays threat

Breakaway rugby competition R360 is planning an October 2026 start, with Rugby Australia moving against potential players as the NRL waits on more details.

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Silverware the goal as Wallabies plot World Cup assault

The draw for the 2027 Rugby World Cup will be held on December 3, and the No.7-ranked Wallabies will be desperate to rise into the top six before then.

Wallabies record-holder to quit international rugby

Wallabies prop James Slipper says the time is right to step away from international rugby after a career in which he has smashed all sorts of records.

Former Wallabies boss gets NRL coaching gig

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has rejoined the Sydney Roosters but this time in a full-time role, working with their forwards and emerging coaches.

Injured Wallabies star faces long stint on sidelines

Scans have revealed the worst possible news for Wallabies halfback Tate McDermott, who requires year-ending surgery on his hamstring.

Rain, schedule and flights conspire against Skelton

Will Skelton says he wanted to play in Australia's Bledisloe Cup opener against New Zealand, but a series of logistical hurdles denied him the chance.

New Zealand win bronze final in Women's Rugby World Cup

New Zealand have defeated France in the bronze final of the Women's Rugby World Cup at Twickenham in the curtain-raiser to the England-Canada final.

'Gutted' Wallabies blow Bledisloe hopes in Auckland

The Eden Park hoodoo continues for the Wallabies, who have lost the chance to reclaim the Bledisloe Cup with a 33-24 defeat to New Zealand.

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