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Logic – stuck behind Mo’unga for a few years. Mo’unga leaves. Burke gets a shot, leaves anyway.
Why Rebel walked out on Australian rugby - but isn't giving up on Wallabies just yet
He’s 28, a decade younger and he’d be Jorgo and we’ve already thrown money at him.
Rooster must remodel: Angus Crichton says he'd want to 'dominate' in rugby union - this is what he'd have to change
Slot him in at 12 and see how he goes. Gainline carries are important as we saw with the brief glimmer of hope which was Isaac Henry. I’d be keen to see him back at Rugby.
Rooster must remodel: Angus Crichton says he'd want to 'dominate' in rugby union - this is what he'd have to change
I tried watching Warringah V Southern Districts on Sunday but had to turn it off because of the ‘illegal tackles’ with the new laws being trialled. Insane amount of penalties. Uni v Norths was good, but if it’s constantly going to turn out like that Rats game then they’re literally killing the game.
Rugby is losing the long-term battle: What World Rugby must learn from Australia before it's too late
I don’t know where he’d really play? If it’s at 10 and they want someone experienced it’d have to be Quade or even the Iceman. However, our young 10s are progressing nicely as are options at 15 with Kellaway and Wright. I don’t know if he’d mentor Jorgensen because Beale hasn’t ever been the clear favourite in a particular position. It’s not like Chris Latham who was the best 15 for a long time imparting all his knowledge about being a fullback to Jorgensen. Anyway, see how it turns out but more likely to see Lolesio and Debreczeni/Gordon at 10.
Rugby News: Beale 'laser focused' on Wallabies return, coach fury at ban for 'malicious' headbutt
The Toole was easily able to handle Marky Mark last week, who looks out of sorts.
I think the amount of NZ props getting around for Australian Super Rugby teams is an indictment on Aus’ development pathways. Even Thompson-Stringer is British.
Super Rugby teams round 8: Tahs drop Marky Mark, Kellaway returns for Rebels, HMP replaces Lynagh
To some of your points about board responsibility:
1. I’d rather the Wallabies not have any association with Qantas and likes of Alan Joyce. Their loss of sponsorship is no big loss.
2. Regarding AFL and soccer at GPS schools – I don’t think RA is responsible for overseeing that. It’s probably more reflective of a demographic shift in Sydney. Sydney has largely become more international and the cashed up foreigners want to send their children to GPS schools for ‘prestige’ and suburbs have changed as a result. Schools will likely have to offset their rugby teams with vast amounts of scholarships to avoid becoming a Sydney High or Sydney Grammar chess club. Newington has always been quite diverse and includes a significant proportion of Greeks and Italians, but also offers lots of scholarships to Pacific Islanders. Joeys, Kings and Scots are generally very good but the quality of GPS rugby as a whole has nosedived when it’s only those three teams plus View and Shore competing. So if you’re a gun rower at Shore, why spend the winter getting yourself beaten up on what is not a level playing field when you can keep up the athleticism and try AFL? The Waratahs lost the Sydney market long ago to the Swans, the GPS is just catching up and to some of the students at certain schools, they couldn’t give a flying f about sports and traditions. The only place you’ll see the GPS rah rah crowd in Sydney is at Shute Shield or the SCG.
COMMENT: Australian rugby is a depressing picture - the RA board must be axed and the constitution changed
It would be an absolute bloodbath against the European powerhouse clubs like La Rochelle and Leinster.
'I'm a big fan': Kiss throws weight behind Club World Cup as Europe and Super Rugby agree to new tournament
Leota has never exceeded at test level. Second coming of Scott Fardy he certainly is not.
Five things we learned: One area Gordon must fix to convince Wallabies boss, ABs bruiser should be on notice
Gordon’s peak could be immense with goal kicking. Maybe he could see if Mehrts is free the way Foley did and get some goal kicking lessons. The upside there is that we’d have our own Finn Russell.
Five things we learned: One area Gordon must fix to convince Wallabies boss, ABs bruiser should be on notice
Would be keen for Schmidt to go for a Euro style back row with Hooper, Bobby V and Cale with McReight off the bench for some extra speed the way Reimer has been coming on. Maybe swap Hooper with Liam Wright but that’s a really solid lineout and backrow that’s not too dissimilar to Les Bleus with Jelonch, Alldritt and Ollivon. Allows Skelton to play at 5 and he was an absolute menace against Saracens. Swain/Jed or Frost at 4/19, although lately I feel like Swain has matured a fair bit more which I like.
Five things we learned: One area Gordon must fix to convince Wallabies boss, ABs bruiser should be on notice
The team has a bit of a dad’s army vibe about it. The inclusion of Beale adds to this, but I’m hoping that someone like Harry Potter bounces back from injury because he’s shown huge promise. Interestingly, they’re basically the only team that isn’t in financial strife in terms of Super Rugby AU teams (apart from Queensland who always refer to their Ballymore asset). I wonder if this is from financial backing of a billionaire or financial restraint. Certainly it is rare to see big name signings go to the Force while the Rebels throw the empty chequebook at Tupou and others.
The Wrap: 'Take them to a dark place' - A quiet round grabs eyeballs for all the wrong reasons
Far more intensity and physicality overall I reckon.
Brumbies make it 12 straight against Tahs as Bell hobbles off in worrying sign for Wallabies
He’s pretty big right now. 1.96m and 105kg. Taller than Caelan Doris but only 6kg lighter. I’d actually prefer a tall back row that can all handle themselves in the lineout and then we can have Skelton and some other overgrown behemoth at 4 to push in the scrums 👍
Brumbies make it 12 straight against Tahs as Bell hobbles off in worrying sign for Wallabies
I’m happy with the lack of apparent X factor grinders like Talakai, Van Nek, Schoupp and Slips. Durable, can scrummage well and rock solid work rate.
Brumbies make it 12 straight against Tahs as Bell hobbles off in worrying sign for Wallabies
Hot take: Sapsford brings far more to the table than Muirhead.
Brumbies make it 12 straight against Tahs as Bell hobbles off in worrying sign for Wallabies
Oh Lord. What’s the go with Potter? He’s been one of my favourite players this season and thought a possibility in the Wallabies 23 😔
Beale's back! Wallabies star joins Western Force after injury opens the door for veteran's return
Is this a Justin Harrison/RA ‘review’ where not a whole lot changes and the a year 10 business studies student pops out a whole laundry list of corporate cliches like synergy, pivot and change management or an actual review review? First big test for Horne.
Rugby Australia kicks off review into Waratahs as pressure mounts on Coleman ahead of Brumbies clash
Will be torrid conditions in Canberra Saturday night with 10-40mm forecast. Disappointing for Vailanu. Surprised Sinclair is at 8, surely there’s a wealth of backrow talent in Shute Shield to step up and keep Sinclair at lock.
Super Rugby teams round 7: Bell returns but Tahs hooker gone for season, Jack back for Brums, Rebels' Leota blow
The other weekend Rebels were playing at home whilst just around the corner Collingwood were playing the Swans at the MCG. Tough to compete with that so maybe a shift west is better.
PE backed consortium 'in final stages' to save Melbourne Rebels with $30m injection and link with A-League club
That’ll put him out for at least 4-6 weeks for the interstate removal claim.
PE backed consortium 'in final stages' to save Melbourne Rebels with $30m injection and link with A-League club
Super Rugby 2019: travel the world, play in Cape Town, Buenos Aires and Tokyo. It’s a global game.
Super Rugby 2025: come play in Wyndham.
PE backed consortium 'in final stages' to save Melbourne Rebels with $30m injection and link with A-League club
Head coaches masquerade as waterboys these days so you may be onto something there 👍
'It can be something great': Schmidt turns to 'scrum doctor' as next step in Wallabies rebuild
You should probably revisit Tupou’s post match interview where he has zero idea about the trophy before throwing shade
The Wrap: Good news and bad news for Rugby Australia as Brumbies and Rebels win local derbies
True. We don’t get regular zoom ins to Lancaster’s dad.
'Kid wonder': Lancaster, Gordon shine as Rebels take one giant step in locking in maiden Super Rugby finals berth