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‘One input’: Rugby Australia’s huge Rebels admission ahead of Super Rugby season, Wallabies review imminent

In a fascinating admission on the eve of the Super Rugby season getting underway, Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh says the Melbourne Rebels’ future in the tournament beyond 2024 could come down to whether they win or not. Waugh also said the review of last… Read More »‘One input’: Rugby Australia’s huge Rebels admission ahead of Super Rugby season, Wallabies review imminent

‘Blew everybody’s minds’: The Rennie tactics Nic White expects Joe Schmidt to relaunch with wounded Wallabies

Wallabies scrumhalf Nic White is craving, and expecting, a return to the tactical approach of Dave Rennie under the stewardship of new coach Joe Schmidt. White was a guest on The Roar Rugby Podcast with hosts Christy Doran and Matt Toomua, who also played under… Read More »‘Blew everybody’s minds’: The Rennie tactics Nic White expects Joe Schmidt to relaunch with wounded Wallabies

UCL Previews: Red hot Gunners, a clash of champions and two returning villains with Diego and Bosz back

It’s back, and back with a bang. Europe’s premier football tournament rarely fails to deliver and last week was no exception, with a shock in Rome as Lazio downed one of the competition favourites, FC Bayern, and one of the Champions League’s greatest ever goals… Read More »UCL Previews: Red hot Gunners, a clash of champions and two returning villains with Diego and Bosz back

Tear it all up and start again – Umaga’s Moana is a hard reset, but they still have an ocean to cross to be competitive

On paper, the concept of the Pacific Islands side is genius.  Not only does it serve as a vital pathway for the nations of Fiji, Samoa and Tonga, but it also validates the whole concept of Super Rugby Pacific – it is the rugby of… Read More »Tear it all up and start again – Umaga’s Moana is a hard reset, but they still have an ocean to cross to be competitive