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NRL chief Andrew Abdo insists any salary-cap exemptions to attract players from rival codes would be implemented fairly, as league bosses eye off potential incentives for a looming raid on rugby. The ARL Commission is expected to discuss potential options for exemptions at next month’s… Read More »‘Lost trust with the playing group’: RA’s damning admission as NRL chief reveals how rugby raid will work

As Rugby Australia celebrated the NSW Waratahs formally jumping on board their “integrated” ticket, the governing body said they won’t rush to name a replacement for Eddie Jones as Wallabies coach. Yet, as RA chief executive Phil Waugh once again attempted to ease fears of… Read More »Key hire that must happen BEFORE Wallabies can recruit new coach, why Brumbies are stalling on RA plan

Kusini Yengi is young, confident and ready to take his Socceroos opportunity with both hands. The 24-year-old Portsmouth striker could debut in Thursday’s World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh at AAMI Park after earning his maiden call-up. Yengi is the fourth, and youngest, No.9 in Graham… Read More »‘Bit of a nuisance’: Young striker aiming to be Socceroos disruptor