'Run-on debut like no other': Junior Wallabies flyer announces himself to the world after stunning hat-trick
In 15 minutes, Tim Ryan didn’t just put a smile on Joe Schmidt’s face, he announced himself to the Australian public by scoring a…
Former captain James Horwill’s omission from last year’s Wallabies World Cup squad had many thinking it was the end of the second-rower’s international career.
So it was a surprise to many to see Horwill’s name in the 39-man training squad named on Thursday ahead of next month’s Test series against England.
Horwill’s form with English club Harlequins since his World Cup disappointment made him impossible to ignore for Cheika.
Queensland Reds captain James Slipper says his former teammate has shown the strength of his character to get himself back into the Wallabies frame.
“It’s great to see he’s back,” said Slipper, also a member of the 39-man squad.
“Sometimes missing a World Cup can really hurt and I’m sure it really hurt Kevvie, but that’s testament to the type of bloke he is, he just kept working and putting his head down and playing good rugby.
“(Wallabies coach Michael Cheika) has rewarded that. We’re all pretty excited about that.”
Horwill’s time in England may also bring a bit of inside knowledge on next month’s opponents, something Slipper is sure the Australians will be keen to exploit.
“Hopefully he’s got a few tips on how to take them on,” Slipper said.
“He’s a player who plays with his heart on his sleeve and always puts 100 per cent in for his country.
“He’s earned this call-up to the squad, been playing great rugby and it’s good to see him back.”
Join The Roar rugby editor Christy Doran, former Wallaby Matt Toomua and a cast of regular and special guests as they look at the biggest issues in the game on The Roar Rugby Podcast. If you’re looking for great odds on the next game check out Aussie bookmaker PlayUp. Chances are you’re about to lose. Set a deposit limit.
In 15 minutes, Tim Ryan didn’t just put a smile on Joe Schmidt’s face, he announced himself to the Australian public by scoring a…
Written off ahead of the weekend in several quarters, the Crusaders have responded with full vengeance after smashing the fourth-placed Rebels 39-0 in an…
Ned Hanigan is one of the in-form forwards in Australian rugby who looks set to finally turn promise into quality on the international stage,…
As calls grow for the entire Rugby Australia board to be overthrown, new chairman Daniel Herbert described the agitators behind the movement as hypocrites…
Three things in the world of rugby have caught my eye this week, and got me thinking very hard about the way forward, and…
Amid a week of soul-searching for Stephen Larkham’s men, the Brumbies have received a massive boost ahead of Saturday’s home clash against the ladder-leading…