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Travel tweaks give Force a boost ahead of Tahs clash

Travel tweaks give Force a boost ahead of Tahs clash

The Western Force are one from one away from home this season, and they'll be aiming to snatch another road win when they face the Waratahs on Saturday.

Rookie to stay cool in Super Rugby debut for Waratahs

Rookie to stay cool in Super Rugby debut for Waratahs

Rookie to stay cool in Super Rugby debut for Waratahs

Rookie to stay cool in Super Rugby debut for Waratahs

Rookie flyhalf Lawson Creighton is keen not to overplay his hand on his Super Rugby Pacific debut for the NSW Waratahs against the Western Force.

Fiji-born legend Tuqiri slams Super Rugby's Drua fiasco

Fiji-born legend Tuqiri slams Super Rugby's Drua fiasco

Dual international and proud Fijian Australian Lote Tuqiri has lashed Super Rugby Pacific officials for their treatment of the travelling Fijian Drua.

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50th Ireland cap for Aussie Bealham but Hansen is out

50th Ireland cap for Aussie Bealham but Hansen is out

Australian Finlay Bealham is to win his 50th cap for Ireland in the blockbuster against France but his fellow Canberran Mack Hansen misses out with injury.

Brumbies hope to shed Super travel blues in Auckland

Brumbies hope to shed Super travel blues in Auckland

The Brumbies have changed their preparation, line-up and game plan as they hunt their first Super Rugby Pacific win in Auckland against the Blues since 2013.

Suaalii injury not long-term, says NSW Waratahs coach

Suaalii injury not long-term, says NSW Waratahs coach

NSW Waratahs coach Dan McKellar insists Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's foot injury won't sideline the superstar for much longer.

Why James O'Connor loves the fast and slow pace of NZ

Why James O'Connor loves the fast and slow pace of NZ

He's proven a revelation for the Crusaders and now former Wallabies star James O'Connor has revealed why he's loving life so much in New Zealand.

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Wright back, Reds brace for O'Connor's inside knowledge

Wright back, Reds brace for O'Connor's inside knowledge

Wright back, Reds brace for O'Connor's inside knowledge

Ex-Queensland star James O'Connor is vowing to do everything he can to help the Crusaders bring the Reds unstuck in Sunday's Super Rugby clash in Christchurch.

Reds ready to fly players home pre-match if needed

Reds ready to fly players home pre-match if needed

Reds ready to fly players home pre-match if needed

Reds ready to fly players home pre-match if needed

The Queensland Reds are doing all they can to take care of players' families back in Brisbane while the team prepare to play the Crusaders in Christchurch.

Gleeson reveals his 'point to prove' to Wallabies coach

Gleeson reveals his 'point to prove' to Wallabies coach

Gleeson reveals his 'point to prove' to Wallabies coach

Gleeson reveals his 'point to prove' to Wallabies coach

Wallabies discard Langi Gleeson has revealed how having a 'point to prove' has proven a real motivator after starting the Super Rugby Pacific season in style.

Brumbies backrower sidelined by dengue fever

Brumbies backrower sidelined by dengue fever

Brumbies backrower sidelined by dengue fever

Brumbies backrower sidelined by dengue fever

On the back of two Super Rugby Pacific losses the Brumbies have revealed another blow with backrower Tuaina Taii Tualima diagnosed with dengue fever.

Dodgy footy tickets spark legitimacy warning

Dodgy footy tickets spark legitimacy warning

Dodgy footy tickets spark legitimacy warning

Dodgy footy tickets spark legitimacy warning

Second guessing ticket sale websites, being alert for unusual payment requests and ignoring sales by social media should be the new normal for footy fans.

Wild ride takes Knights six points clear in Japan

Wild ride takes Knights six points clear in Japan

Wild ride takes Knights six points clear in Japan

Wild ride takes Knights six points clear in Japan

The Robbie Deans-coached Saitama Wild Knights have beaten the Kobe Steelers to open up a six-point lead at the top of the Japan Rugby League One standings.

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

The Queensland Reds are 2-0 following their 28-24 win over the Western Force, with scrumhalf Tate McDermott playing a key role in their latest win.

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Reds snatch thrilling win over Force with last-gasp try

Queensland Reds winger Filipo Daugunu has scored a last-gasp try to lift his side to a thrilling four-point win over the Western Force at HBF Park.

Force, Brumbies draw in post-siren Super W thriller

The Western Force have come from behind to secure a Super W draw with the Brumbies, but they had to rely on a missed penalty after the final siren.

More high-scoring heartbreak as Chiefs down Brumbies

The ACT Brumbies have run in six tries only to suffer a 49-34 loss to the Chiefs in another Super Rugby Pacific points feast in Hamilton.

Coach not content with Waratahs' best start since 2014

The NSW Waratahs have won their first two games for the first time since claiming the 2014 Super Rugby title, but that's not enough for coach Dan McKellar.

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NSW Waratahs escape with thrilling win over Fijian Drua

A late penalty try has earned the NSW Waratahs a thrilling 29-24 Super Rugby Pacific win over the Fijian Drua in Sydney.

Fijian Drua women too much for mistake-ridden Waratahs

The Fijian Drua have defeated the NSW Waratahs 23-17 in the Super Rugby Women's season opener in Sydney.

Kailea knows he must lift to earn Waratahs run-on role

Isaac Kailea had a breakout season last year, but hasn't had the same success at the NSW Waratahs and is determined to earn a spot in the starting team.

Waratah's rise from whipping boy to Suaalii replacement

NSW Waratahs rookie Henry O'Donnell is undaunted about filling the super-sized boots of cross-code star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii against the Fijian Drua.

Tahs coach wants more NZ sides in Super Rugby Women's

NSW Waratahs coach Mike Ruthven has called for an expanded Super Rugby Women's format after playing New Zealand outfits in the pre-season.

Toe injury rules out 'Ferrari' Suaalii for Waratahs

A toe injury means code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will miss the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Fijian Drua.

Wright way back for Reds after 'heavy fall from grace'

Queensland Reds flanker and co-captain Liam Wright will return for his first game in seven months after a mystery shoulder injury finally came good.

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