AUS vs. ENG studs and duds: 'Rock star' rookie's Campo moment, nerveless Noah, Swain stitch up, Farrell flaw
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Tony has been writing about sport since making a debut at the Queensland Times, Ipswich, in 1989 with a column entitled 'That's What I reckon Sport!' He has since worked as a reporter and editor with organisations including Fox Sports, Fairfax, AAP, The AP and ACP magazines, covering four Olympics, three FIFA World Cups and WC's in cricket and rugby. Favourite team: Arsenal. Favourite question: 'Did you even watch the game?'
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On the one hand Eddie Jones is trying to temper expectations around England's shining new star Harry Arundell - on the other he's not…
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Eddie Jones has moved to beef up his team's ball carrying threat the first Test against Australia by starting heavyweights Billy Vunipola and Joe…
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Hi Jacko. Apologies but there was no wire service coverage or live score data feed provided for the game. I’ll include some details and reaction in Rugby News around lunch time. Unfortunately we aren’t resourced to cover every game.
cheers, Tony
Return of the Thursday two-up: Predictions and pressure points as north battles south
Sorry Geoff, your team has already been leaked to the media
'How much will Valetini be the focus?': The Roar experts' predicted Wallabies 23 for the first Test against England
Both highly unlikely
It's time for the Wallabies to front up against ancient foes, and this is how they should do it
This has been updated with another NZ coach testing positive and Joe Schmidt being brought into the camp to help coaching.
Rugby News: Razor 'open' to Wallabies job, Kiwis' Covid crisis gives RTS debut hope, Gregan hails Eddie's 'courage'
Thanks Bob, caught out by a research site I should know not to rely on. Fixed now.
'There's no way Mark Ella deserved it': Legend's classy reaction to becoming new symbol of Wallabies vs. England rivalry
I also have to make sure the other 99 percent of Roarers don’t feel patronised by you two mental giants.
ANALYSIS: Key match ups and strategy, plus who will win and why, for July's three massive rugby Test series
Had to look it up and even then it was a close run thing…
ANALYSIS: Key match ups and strategy, plus who will win and why, for July's three massive rugby Test series
I’m sure your praise is the only payment he requires.
ANALYSIS: Key match ups and strategy, plus who will win and why, for July's three massive rugby Test series
woohoo! Love a pun, and a Friday afternoon pun is best of all.
'There's no way Mark Ella deserved it': Legend's classy reaction to becoming new symbol of Wallabies vs. England rivalry
Utter nonsense. But you’re entitled to it.
England tour squad confirmed: Jones names eight new caps including Aussie-raised bolter as injuries hit hard
Really? Changed it but, seriously….
England tour squad confirmed: Jones names eight new caps including Aussie-raised bolter as injuries hit hard
Whatever we think of Fox Christy is a good reporter and he’s done very well with this one.
Rugby News: RA threatens to quit Super Rugby, Skelton 'hurt' by England tour snub, Ella feted as Cook Cup name axed
McLennan is quoted directly. It’s not an anonymous source.
Rugby News: RA threatens to quit Super Rugby, Skelton 'hurt' by England tour snub, Ella feted as Cook Cup name axed
Please note, this story has been updated on June 12 following Dave Rennie’s naming of the 35-man squad
Wallabies vs England squads confirmed: Australia's key selection calls and both teams' predicted first Test lineups
No unfortunately. Fox Sports doesn’t seem to take them live and Stan don’t either. I’ll have a complete run down on it up soon
WALLABIES SQUAD: Rennie names six new faces for England battle but leaves out big names in shock twist
I’ll be doing a separate Rennie press conference story soon, but the highlights.
Rodda out for up to 3 months.
Tupou racing time to make the first test with HJH as back up.
Kurtley Beale won’t be considered for Eng series.
Better for McReight to play in A team as he wouldn’t be required for the 23 unless Hooper is injured as Samu can cover.
Vunivalu picked because they want to keep developing him.
Len Ikitau WILL be right for the first Test.
Story up in approx 30 mins
WALLABIES SQUAD: Rennie names six new faces for England battle but leaves out big names in shock twist
It is supposed to be on Wednesday
WALLABIES SQUAD: Rennie names six new faces for England battle but leaves out big names in shock twist
Hi Faithful, Dave Rennie is just about to have a press conference and I’ll update his reasoning asap
WALLABIES SQUAD: Rennie names six new faces for England battle but leaves out big names in shock twist
See that wasn’t so hard was it? 😊
NRL NEWS: Wallabies coach's sly 'Lebanon' dig at league, Yeo cleared over concussion, Dolphins nab Titan
Love this. Would definitely read it
Rugby News: Newsome off to France alongside Simone, Wells quits Rebels, backrower's Pilecki Medal win
Hi DA, Jim Tucker is our Friday guy. He doesn’t like getting out of bed for the 6am starts though 😂 Should have something along a little later.
Rugby News: Newsome off to France alongside Simone, Wells quits Rebels, backrower's Pilecki Medal win
GOLD 😂
NRL NEWS: Wallabies coach's sly 'Lebanon' dig at league, Yeo cleared over concussion, Dolphins nab Titan
You spelled Michael Hooper wrong Jimbo
Rennie reveals OS trio for England, Taniela latest, how 'versatile' Tah changes backrow options, and A-team plan
He went into no further detail around selections.
Rennie reveals OS trio for England, Taniela latest, how 'versatile' Tah changes backrow options, and A-team plan
Certainly didn’t mean it that way, Tom. Just explaining the reason why it wasn’t covered.
Return of the Thursday two-up: Predictions and pressure points as north battles south