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Canberra born and bred, brought up on Canberra Kookaburra and ACT Brumbies Rugby. Often found in a press box reviewing the catering while reviewing a game.
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The Reds host the Blues in a mouth-watering clash in Brisbane, with both sides high on confidence after recording emphatic victories last week. Join…
It doesn't get any easier for the Brumbies after last week's big loss to the Blues, as the Hurricanes look to continue their unbeaten…
The Waratahs welcome back Mark Nawaqanitawase for what's sure to be a tough encounter with the Chiefs in Sydney. Join The Roar for live…
Beating the Crusaders in Christchurch is usually a huge ask, but the Rebels will fancy their chances after the defending champions were stunned by…
Both sides will be desperate to pull themselves off the foot of the ladder as the Force host the Crusaders in Perth. Join The…
It's second versus third in this intriguing clash between the Blues and Brumbies at Eden Park. Join The Roar for live scores and updates…
The Rebels are looking to win their third-straight game as they host the Highlanders at AAMI Park. Join The Roar for live scores and…
It's a high-stakes Aussie derby as the Brumbies take on the struggling Waratahs at GIO Stadium in Canberra. Join The Roar for live scores…
The game of the weekend pits the top two Aussie teams in a mouth-watering battle from Suncorp Stadium. Who will come out on top?…
The Waratahs face a tough road trip to face Fijian Drua. Join The Roar for live updates from 12.05pm AEDT. Match information Venue: Churchill…
The Brumbies will start favourites when they host a much-improved Moana Pasifika. Join The Roar for live updates. Match information Venue: GIO Stadium, CanberraKick-off:…
A tight contest is tipped as the Brumbies travel to meet the Highlanders, having not yet hit their straps. Join The Roar for live…
The Brumbies should have enough firepower for the Western Force when they host in Canberra - can they get the job done? Join The…
The blockbuster clash between the Chiefs and Brumbies pits trans-Tasman rivals who were off to a flyer in week one against each other. Join…
The injury-hit Waratahs face a tough challenge against the Crusaders who are coming off a chastening loss to the Chiefs. Join The Roar for…
The Melbourne Rebels host the Western Force as Super Round continues at AAMI Park. Join The Roar for live scores and updates from 8:10pm…
A fired up Melbourne Rebels will be looking to put their off-field dramas to one side when they kick off their Super Rugby Pacific…
The Rugby World Cup final arrives as the All Blacks take on reigning champions the Springboks for the sport's ultimate prize. Join The Roar…
The Wallabies' Rugby World Cup from hell comes to an end as they take on Portugal looking for a second win that will almost…
It's do or die for the Wallabies as they take on Wales needing a win to keep their Rugby World Cup dream alive. Join…
Dan Palmer is your answer.
Gulf of class still exists – but Eddie has good squad to pick from, including one giant prospect: SRP Talking Points
The word of the Lord.
Job done: Brumbies given fright but lethal back three, superb bench seal perfect start to Super season
~10 m/sec from the GPS on the BOD try confirms this.
Job done: Brumbies given fright but lethal back three, superb bench seal perfect start to Super season
He was poor for both sides on the night. There were instances of players being cleared well beyond the ruck and the free for all at breakdowns was interesting where other referees might have blown the pea out of the whistle trying to pick up anything.
ANALYSIS: Unbeaten Brumbies hang on against Reds as O'Connor sends timely reminder to Wallabies
We usually wait until after ANZAC Day to be speaking about Frost in Canberra, but in this instance it’s allowed.
Why Brumbies star is becoming a pivotal figure in Eddie's RWC hopes - and the big blow to the Wallabies
This is a better idea than trying to include west coast of USA teams in some competition, like back in the day.
Exclusive: Secret documents reveal SRP clubs pushing for glamour cup competition with 'aggressive' Japan and Euro giants
Hopefully free of charge
The Wrap: Super Rugby hits the accelerator, but it still looks like a hard road for Australian teams
Only sausage rolls?
The Wrap: Super Rugby hits the accelerator, but it still looks like a hard road for Australian teams
Australian teams have struggled for years to try and fit 2 opensides into their starting sides – Trying to fit Phil Waugh and George Smith in even went back to U21 days.
The Wrap: Super Rugby hits the accelerator, but it still looks like a hard road for Australian teams
You could ask yourself what the Waratahs defence was doing with no one beyond the goalposts? We talk about needing to speed up the game up and have less stoppages, then this happens and it’s deemed ‘not in the spirit of the game’.
'Humble pie': Larkham's Brumbies spoil Waratahs party as young guns shine on Super Rugby debuts
Happy Valetini Day!
Rugby News: Big Bobby boost for Brumbies and RA, moment that sealed Jorgo debut, Boks star wants TRC exit
Good luck to the Hurricanes in Townsville on Saturday night. I think the clock to set anything will be down to low single digits every time for them.
Law variations that will get Super Rugby Pacific moving – and one that won’t make any difference
Injured
'Nightmare for coaches': Backline tweak and backrow conundrum - Predicted Brumbies XV
Ikitau played about 12 minutes towards the end and scored 2 tries so has 13 sewn up. I’m not sure if Sapsford is more of a 13 than a 12, but whoever plays 12 has big shoes to fill after the departure of Simone.
'Nightmare for coaches': Backline tweak and backrow conundrum - Predicted Brumbies XV
Tamati Tua has played for Northland in NPC and was part of the Blues squad in 2022, not sure he got much game time for them though.
'Nightmare for coaches': Backline tweak and backrow conundrum - Predicted Brumbies XV
‘I hope someone got fired for that blunder!’
Why 2023 must start with a bang for Australian rugby
Decent game for the first hit out of 2023 and with so many top line players, you’d expect a few mistakes with lack of cohesion and combinations.
Waratahs showed an intent to go wide but their execution was a bit off – Donaldson missing a few kicks for touch one example. Tolu Latu showed what he can do when he came on so hopefully he can stay focussed on the on field business in 2023.
Brumbies maul defence was spot on to keep the Waratahs out in their own end.
Corey Toole looked OK when get got the ball but had a few few loose carries into contact as he readjusts to 15’s.
Debreczeni the difference in the end, hit one 50/22 and looked to get the Brumbies backs into the game.
Aussie sevens flyer, Latu shine in front of Eddie as Brumbies edge Tahs in Super Rugby trial
Tadgh Furlong gets in on that left foot clearing kick alone
Autumn Series Team of the Week: Four Wallabies, four All Blacks and a '1980s bouncer on ecstasy' makes the bench
Beating our bogey side Scotland, Italy and then the Wales outside the Test window should be a minimum.
For Harry, they could always defrost Morne Steyn from the cryogenic chamber and roll him out for a few kicks at goal each Test.
The Thursday Two-up: What's the pass mark for every team, and who needs to stand up and be counted?
Any word of cracking down not straight feeds into scrums? Or is that just a one off done in the first week of the season?
Super Rugby law tweaks will change the shape of the game. Eventually
With the World Cup referee and TMO panel still to be determined, expect every law framework and law application box to be ticked for the assessor so they can jump on the plane to France next year.
Rugby union officiating: Bring back common sense
Shocked to see a photo of Pete Samu with an untucked jersey.
The Thursday Two-up: Players of the Rugby Championship
It seems the NZR board doesn’t even have the full support of the board
Wallabies losses like San Juan help build the case against Dave Rennie
Randwick Council need to get on the Wallabies side and make England train at Latham Park.
Watch out Wallabies! Eddie’s back in his happy place
I’d be nervous as a player hearing Eddie talking about sacrifices – one mistake and you might be up at tribal council before being sent on your way out through a ‘mystery’ trapdoor.
Eddie brings up his 50: Seven players added to Wallabies camp, including reprieves for Perese and Wilson