The Singapore Sevens was a weird tournament for the Aussie teams but at the same time delivered as expected with both New Zealand teams winning. The Australian men came fourth, the women second – both good results but it didn’t feel all that good. Maybe the enjoyment of the results was overshadowed by the injuries. […]
It’s hard to tell if some of Australia’s Super Rugby teams actually have a deep desire to win – or are they satisfied just playing?
I went and watched the Manly Marlins v the Gordon Highlanders in Sydney club rugby from the women’s to the first grade. All teams gave it one hell of a go and were celebrating in success or devastated in a loss. This is what the sport of rugby is all about and it dawned on […]
Exclusive: Wallabies star turns down mega deal overseas to re-sign with Queensland Reds
Australian rugby is breathing a sigh of relief after in-form centre Hunter Paisami turned down a massive deal in England to stay at Les Kiss’ Queensland Reds. The Roar broke the news last week that Paisami was moving closer to join the Exeter Chiefs on a long-term deal after Rugby Australia couldn’t provide the same […]
Five things: The Reds have flipped the script – and it promises to be rewarded at the Wallabies selection table
Under Les Kiss, the Queensland Reds have flipped the script. They’ve gone from a side that won two of their previous 15 trans-Tasman fixtures across the previous three seasons to winning three of five matches in 2024. Additionally, their points differential record has gone from -77 in 2023, -85 in 2022 and -84 in 2021 […]
Aussie referee captures Manchester United’s Palace pummeling on candid camera in EPL first
A referee wore a camera for the first time in an English Premier League match as Crystal Palace beat up Manchester United 4-0. Footage from the device worn by Australian referee Jarred Gillett on Monday (Tuesday AEST), dubbed the RefCam, was not broadcast live but will be wound into a program made by the league […]