Rugby Union News

Marika Koroibete’s decision to trade in his NRL career for a shot at a Wallabies jersey is paying dividends after starring in his run-on Test debut against the Springboks. Hours …

Good times are just around the corner for the new-look Wallabies despite another dose of Highveld heartbreak, according to Kurtley Beale. Australia drew 27-27 with South Africa in Bloemfontein early …

Kurtley Beale has called for rugby union to consider introducing extra-time or golden point after the Wallabies were held to their second draw against South Africa in less than a …

Winger Izaia Perese is inching closer to a Test debut despite being culled from the Wallabies’ squad for next weekend’s clash with Argentina, coach Michael Cheika says. Perese, Rory Arnold …

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has denied Israel Folau pulled the hair of Springboks winger Dillyn Leyds despite footage from their 27-27 draw in Bloemfontein proving otherwise. Folau somehow avoided a …

The Wallabies have been held to their second straight draw with South Africa after a see-sawing 27-27 stalemate in Bloemfontein. In an intense battle at the Free State Stadium, Springboks …

A fast start and a full 80-minute performance are required for the Wallabies to stave off a snarling Springboks side at altitude, captain Michael Hooper says. Australia have taken pointers …

New Melbourne Rebels coach Dave Wessels is convinced Australian rugby is heading towards a golden era despite the game’s recent woes. Wessels’ belief that the situation will improve was one …

The Wallabies are banking on a beefed-up forward pack and the fearless aggression of youth to deliver a rare Rugby Championship victory on the South African Highveld. Three new starters …

Jack Dempsey knows why Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has handed him his first Test start against the Springboks, and it’s not to make friends. The 23-year-old is keen to jump …

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is “very confident” Adam Coleman will follow in the footsteps of David Wessels and stay put in Australian rugby. Despite reports that he was set to …

Brad Thorn is expected to take over as Queensland Reds coach after the Super Rugby side reportedly sacked Nick Stiles. Stiles’ future had been uncertain after coaching the Brisbane-based side …

The Melbourne Rebels have got their man, signing the in-demand David Wessels as coach for the next two seasons. The former Western Force mentor had been linked to a move …

Izack Rodda has credited Brad Thorn with helping him go from Super Rugby nobody to Wallabies starter in the space of just nine months. The 21-year-old will make his run-on …

South Africa have reacted to their humiliation at the hands of New Zealand by bringing back overseas-based flanker Francois Louw and gambling on utility back Dillyn Leyds for their Rugby …

Ned Hanigan has a simple message for punters who have anointed him as the Wallabies’ new whipping boy: “Keep it coming.” The 22-year-old is adjusting to the harsh scrutiny of …

Michael Cheika has rung the changes for Australia’s Rugby Championship clash against South Africa, handing maiden starts to Izack Rodda, Jack Dempsey and Marika Koroibete. Rookie forward Lukhan Tui is …

Australia’s men’s rugby sevens team will use the women’s success as motivation when they try to climb up the rankings this season. Slumping to sixth following last season’s World Sevens …