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Donald Horne wrote The Lucky Country in 1964, and though the title has become an iconic phrase for Australians, it has been universally misinterpreted.…
I must acknowledge Bluesfan, who germinated these thoughts, and apologise to Wilbur Smith – this is no story of the courage of a single…
'Indolent' is an adjective that means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy, arrogant and disrespectful. That's the summary of Folau's performance against the…
It's the mid-season breather in MotoGP. Normal service resumes in two weeks at the Chez Grand Prix. Top of the table is tight with…
One of the beauties of the northern hemisphere summer is meeting my whisky mates on Islay, of the west coast of Scotland. For those…
If the AFL gave you a magic wand to change only one rule to improve the game, what would it be? It would have…
As one stumbles around the internet and life, you accidentally learn a few things about rugby. Here are some things about the game I…
If the IRB gave you a magic wand to change one rule to improve the game, what would it be? I agree with other…
Every sports fan has months of the year that they mark in their calendars as their favourites. For me those months are February and…
I worked with a group of Englishmen who introduced me to Fantasy English Premier League – I performed poorly until I learned that picking…
Since 1990, only New Zealand and France have had no foreign-born coaches. The South African Roarers are about to hit “reply in disagreement” but…
As a merciful distraction, the spring tour teams to Europe have been announced. I wondered if they could provide any insight purely by the…
The great shame is that we expect rugby to imitate life. We expect every pass to stick. But, guess what, we are human. That…
Eds – you’ve mucked up the table!!!
Round 8 Christy Nick Tony Hamish
MOA v RED Blues Blues Blues Blues
TAH v CRU Rebels Rebels Drua Rebels
REB V HIG Brumbies Brumbies Brumbies Brumbies ?
The Roar's Super Rugby expert tips and predictions, Round 8: Lock in the Reds, pray for the Tahs, fear the jinx
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The Roar's Super Rugby expert tips and predictions, Round 8: Lock in the Reds, pray for the Tahs, fear the jinx
The “independent” 2023 and World Cup review into the Wallaby’s performance included 23 recommendations, but none to spill the board. The closest was to “Foster greater interaction between RA Board and national players, to build trust, promote transparency & improve culture.”
There were a number of subsidiary recommendations regarding the Board and anchoring it to the High performance culture, but if you have a board of entitled old boys you’re not going to achieve anything.
https://australia.rugby/news/rugby-australia-announces-recommendations-from-2023-wallabies-season-review-202437
'Previous chairman can not be a scapegoat': First salvo fired in bid to spill the Rugby Australia board
Was at the game and it was a tough contest with the clashes clearly audible from the sideline. Most impressive was the force counter rucks with several rewards. Yep agree with previous comments, Reds were lethargic.
Reds' 'unbelievable, unfathomable' double disaster sums up shocker as Force spring stunning upset
Groan, that’s 0 from 1.
'I'm proud': $1.2m man Tupou stars to help Rebels claim second win overseas since 2019, Uelese's best match
And yet you superciliously cast judgement on the author in your own pious self-indulgent manner.
I know the author well and you are way off the mark.
Why things could be about to get even uglier for Rugby Australia in fallout over Rebels debacle
Twiggy, we go back to his original days in 1984 at the stockbroker Jackson’s in Perth, then plenty thereafter. Always fish hooks.
'He screwed our state': The act that still angers Twiggy Forrest and why he's not ready to jump back in
Hello Mark,
Good to see you on the Roar. Haven’t seen you since your days at The West Australian days!
I hear what you say but knowing what I know, I find it incredibly difficult to believe there were no strings attached, indeed massive fish hooks.
'He screwed our state': The act that still angers Twiggy Forrest and why he's not ready to jump back in
I thought the RWC Wallaby review was due to be tabled in December pre-Xmas. I thought at the time that’s awfully short, unless the outcome had been predetermined (Something like: it was Scott Morrison’s fault!!). Anyway, it now 6 weeks late so let’s see what it has to offer….
RA's huge Rebels admission: Future could depend on wins and losses, Wallabies review imminent
Nice one Nick, enthusiasm and optimism amongst the gloom of the ARU and Rebels fiasco. We need it!
Super Rugby’s Top 50 players in 2024, 50-41: All Black legend returns and a new pairing begins in the West
Hamish is gone 10pm.
'What a shame': McLennan GONE as Rugby Australia name World Cup-winner chairman to bookend wild year
Just announced – there’s a vote tonight at 8pm.
Exclusive: Embattled chair asks for extension, Rugby Australia meet AGAIN as civil war breaks out
Thanks for the contribution BB.
Are you suggesting the commission treat Aus rugby like Fantasy Footy. All players have a rating (determined by the Commission?) and states get to pick players subject to a cap. The cap is equal across all states so in theory no team is stronger than another, and State allegiances are dismantled and there’s no implicit subsidisation of the weak states?
If Hamish hasn’t enunciated the benefits of centralisation, then I too am at a loss.
'Oh, what a tangled web': The need to unravel the rugby centralisation conundrum Down Under
Eddie was objectively judged in his merits and success. I’m not sure it was in any way vindictive or vitriolic as you suggest. Jones’ World Cup suggestions were strange to rubbish. You don’t select a growth squad for the WC – you select a team to win to carry the nation with you?
Eddie Jones quits as Wallabies coach - 'Sometimes you have to eat s--t for others to eat caviar'
Ain’t that the truth. Comments to date focus on Eddie, but what about the selection process.
Goodby Hamish et al.
Eddie Jones quits as Wallabies coach - 'Sometimes you have to eat s--t for others to eat caviar'
You’re far too educated for this site mate.
Eddie Jones quits as Wallabies coach - 'Sometimes you have to eat s--t for others to eat caviar'
Ridiculous comment.
England react with fury as Bok cleared by World Rugby after TWO racism allegations made by Tom Curry
Your comment is irrelevant.
It’s your attitude that concerns me.
Rugby’s descent into cynical play: Why neutral fans should back the All Blacks for the good of the game
@againagain – you can make your point without being rude.
Rugby’s descent into cynical play: Why neutral fans should back the All Blacks for the good of the game
The key emerging theme of this World Cup has been the diversity and inclusion of the ginger-bred (pun intended) players. More red hair on display than ever before!!
Every red-haired individual will take inspiration from this World Cup.
'Wild honesty and deep anger' vs the 'good company man': Coaching box culture clash at heart of World Cup final
Rassie’s emotional telling of the Mapimpi family story shows the depth of his feeling. That did it for me. He’s a terrific human being.
'Wild honesty and deep anger' vs the 'good company man': Coaching box culture clash at heart of World Cup final
Actually yes he was!
'Concede points there, they're done': Moment England missed to bury Springboks as ghosts of 2019 return
I said after the France SA game BOK was totally overawed- everyone around him was chirping and offering reffing suggestions. It was ugly. Today he showed he’s weak and inept. I thought he was technically sound but he totally failed to control the pace of the game.
Did anyone measure the “ball in play” time? I bet it was close to 30%.
Thank goodness he’s not in the final.
PS – don’t think Pollard deserved the MOTM. Farrel for sure.
'Concede points there, they're done': Moment England missed to bury Springboks as ghosts of 2019 return
Well played WE, Eddie read it, it was compelling, and bit the hook
Why Nic White can’t be on the plane to France
You’ve missed the point: were talking Club Rugby.
Try AgainAgain 😂
All Blacks star signs surprise short-term deal with Irish heavyweights