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Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown

The Wallaroos are hoping match-winning winger Desiree Miller will be cleared to fly again next weekend for the showdown that will define their World Cup.

Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss

Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss

Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss

Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss

The Wallabies' bid for landmark back-to-back triumphs over the Springboks in South Africa has fallen just short, despite an impressive debut by Corey Toole.

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos' World Cup treble

Winger Desiree Miller has flown over for a hat-trick as Australia's rugby women opened their World Cup bid in Manchester with a 73-0 trouncing of Samoa.

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Wallaroos to bring the aggression in World Cup opener

Wallaroos to bring the aggression in World Cup opener

New co-captain Kaitlan Leaney has given herself another role ahead of the Wallaroos' Rugby World Cup opener in England.

New Wallabies skipper plans to stick to his strengths

New Wallabies skipper plans to stick to his strengths

New captain Fraser McReight says he'll let his game do the talking as the Wallabies hunt their first win in Cape Town in 33 years, with more history on offer.

Fraser the McReight choice for Wallabies captaincy

Fraser the McReight choice for Wallabies captaincy

While he may have got the captaincy through injury, Fraser McReight is a player his teammates want to follow into battle, says Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt.

It's Toole-time for the Wallabies as history beckons

It's Toole-time for the Wallabies as history beckons

Brumbies flyer Corey Toole will make his Test debut as the Wallabies aim to make history in Cape Town, where Fraser McReight will captain the side.

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Teen star gets Wallaroos nod in Rugby World Cup opener

Teen star gets Wallaroos nod in Rugby World Cup opener

Teen star gets Wallaroos nod in Rugby World Cup opener

Teen star gets Wallaroos nod in Rugby World Cup opener

Young gun Caitlyn Halse will make history at the Women's Rugby World Cup when the Wallaroos take on Samoa as the tournament opens in England.

'Another great time': Aussie ace eyes more Vuelta glory

'Another great time': Aussie ace eyes more Vuelta glory

'Another great time': Aussie ace eyes more Vuelta glory

'Another great time': Aussie ace eyes more Vuelta glory

Australia's world championship silver medallist Ben O'Connor has his eyes set on another spectacular three weeks at La Vuelta a Espana.

Wallabies up the physicality for smarting Springboks

Wallabies up the physicality for smarting Springboks

Wallabies up the physicality for smarting Springboks

Wallabies up the physicality for smarting Springboks

The Wallabies know a repeat of their slow start in Johannesburg won't be good enough in their return Rugby Championship bout with the Springboks in Cape Town.

'No fear': Suaalii, Wallabies ready for Boks' backlash

'No fear': Suaalii, Wallabies ready for Boks' backlash

'No fear': Suaalii, Wallabies ready for Boks' backlash

'No fear': Suaalii, Wallabies ready for Boks' backlash

Superstar centre Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii insists the Wallabies have nothing to fear about taking on the smarting Springboks in the Rugby Championship return bout.

'Pressure is coming': Wallabies ready for Boks backlash

'Pressure is coming': Wallabies ready for Boks backlash

'Pressure is coming': Wallabies ready for Boks backlash

'Pressure is coming': Wallabies ready for Boks backlash

The Wallabies are expecting a ruthless response from the Springboks when they clash a week after they downed the back-to-back world champions in Johannesburg.

'I'm blown away': coach hails Wallabies' crazy comeback

'I'm blown away': coach hails Wallabies' crazy comeback

'I'm blown away': coach hails Wallabies' crazy comeback

'I'm blown away': coach hails Wallabies' crazy comeback

The Wallabies have recovered from a 22-point deficit to shock South Africa and claim a first win in Johannesburg in 62 years.

Schmidt's switch: Wallabies put faith in stand-in 10

Schmidt's switch: Wallabies put faith in stand-in 10

Schmidt's switch: Wallabies put faith in stand-in 10

Schmidt's switch: Wallabies put faith in stand-in 10

Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has done a surprise late backflip, bringing in Tane Edmed as flyhalf cover for James O'Connor on the eve of the Springboks' Test.

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Schmidt dilemma: Edmed waits on Wallabies' No.10 woes

Tane Edmed is waiting in the wings as Australia coach Joe Schmidt ponders an eve-of-match rejig to the Wallabies' line-up against South Africa.

More than just a World Cup for star rugby winger

The Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders and Wallaroos sit on different sides of the globe, but Desiree Miller sees a way they can relate to each other.

Big Horse and Baby Bear lead Wallabies charge for Boks

The Wallabies have some in-form forwards pushing for selection including former All Black Aidan Ross and Zane Nonggorr, who made his Test debut in South Africa.

Wallabies 'grub' ready for next battle with Springboks

Tom Hooper says his Wallabies teammate Will Skelton loves being a "grub" and is up for the challenge of getting under the skin of the Springboks at Ellis Park.

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The Wallaroos player buoyed by her dad's legacy

Wallaroos lock Annabelle Codey says her ex-Wallaby dad is her harshest critic and biggest supporter as she prepares for the Women's Rugby World Cup.

Wallabies go hunting more game on the high veldt

Hooker Brandon Paenga-Amosa says the Wallabies respect but don't fear the Springboks as they look to snap a 62-year hoodoo with victory at Ellis Park.

Injury seemingly cruels Caslick's Wallaroos Cup dream

Charlotte Caslick's ankle will not heal in time for the superstar sevens convert to feature in the Wallaroos' Rugby World Cup pool stage as first hoped.

Injured Petaia retained by Chargers, weighing options

The injury that prompted the Los Angeles Chargers to demote Jordan Petaia to their reserves list is only minor and the Australian is assessing his options.

NFL's Chargers waive Petaia in Aussie rugby player swap

Former Wallabies star Jordan Petaia has been waived by the Los Angeles Chargers, who have instead called up another Australian junior rugby talent.

'Pick and stick': Mortlock wants Wallabies consistency

Former Rugby World Cup captain Stirling Mortlock is hoping Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt sticks with the long-term with the side that pushed the touring Lions.

Edmed answers Wallabies SOS call for South Africa tour

Playmakers Tane Edmed and James O'Connor have both been included in a 35-man Wallabies squad to play two Tests against the world champion Springboks in Africa.

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