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Final buzzer heartbreak for Western Force in the most dramatic of fashions

The Western Force have suffered a heartbreaking 20-19 loss to the Chiefs after Argentinian flyhalf Domingo Miotti missed a convers…

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15 May 2021, 10:05

Blues batter the Rebels in Super Rugby shocker

Melbourne have failed to stop the New Zealand rout of Australian sides, crashing to the Blues in their opening round Super Rugby T…

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15 May 2021, 7:09

'It's just not acceptable': Waratahs boss calls for cultural overhaul following record loss to Hurricanes

Interim co-coach Chris Whitaker says the Waratahs need a cultural overhaul after their season from hell plumbed new depths on Frid…

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14 May 2021, 22:51

Waratahs join the Reds in becoming first-round fodder for New Zealand opposition in inaugural trans-Tasman tournament

Life was difficult for the Waratahs in Super Rugby AU and their miserable run has continued into the Trans-Tasman against the Hurr…

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14 May 2021, 8:25

Reds crash back to earth with big loss at hands of Highlanders

The Highlanders have crushed the Reds in the opening match of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman, bringing the Super Rugby AU champions back…

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14 May 2021, 4:19

'That's our bread and butter': Brad Thorn's plan to topple the Kiwi sides in Super Rugby Trans-Tasman

They've been written off as easy prey for New Zealand's heavyweights but it's an underdog match-up Queensland Reds coach Brad Thor…

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13 May 2021, 19:14

Wallabies and Rebels star Matt To'omua commits to 2023 World Cup

Melbourne will kick off Super Rugby Trans-Tasman on a positive note with playmaker Matt To'omua committing to the Rebels and the W…

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13 May 2021, 17:45

Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper must outwit his ex-boss Robbie Deans if Verblitz are to reach Top League decider

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13 May 2021, 6:05

Reds set to lose Jordan Petaia for Super Rugby Trans-Tasman as Brad Thorn names side to face Highlanders

Jordan Petaia is battling a thigh injury that will likely keep him out of Super Rugby Trans-Tasman and cruel his chances of facing…

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11 May 2021, 23:43

World Rugby announce revised schedule for postponed 2021 World Cup

The Rugby World Cup for women in New Zealand will kick off in October next year after a delay of more than 12 months because of th…

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11 May 2021, 19:47

Western Force star Richard Kahui's warning to Australian sides ahead of Chiefs reunion

Former All Black Richard Kahui predicts Australian teams will receive a shock when they come up against their New Zealand rivals i…

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11 May 2021, 17:26

'We won't disappoint': How the Brumbies plan to upset the Crusaders in Trans-Tasman opener

The Brumbies are hopeful three weeks on the road against new opponents will help ease the heartbreak of their Super Rugby AU grand…

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11 May 2021, 1:03

Wallabies star's career hanging in the balance amid ongoing concussion concerns

Dane Haylett-Petty's playing future is in the balance after the Wallabies star suffered a major set-back in his recovery from ongo…

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10 May 2021, 0:48

Cross-code Reds star Suliasi Vunivalu going to mediation over assault charge

Queensland Reds rugby star Suliasi Vunivalu is going to mediation for allegedly assaulting a security guard at a Brisbane pub.

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10 May 2021, 0:39

Japan Top League set for Aussie 'mate versus mate' clash

Japan is set for its own mini version of State of Origin's famous "mate versus mate" after the Panasonic Wild Knights and Toyota V…

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09 May 2021, 4:28

Life about to get even tougher for beaten Brumbies as Aotearoa champions loom

Allan Alaalatoa was hoping to compare title-winning tales with brother Michael when the pair clash in round one of the Super Rugby…

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08 May 2021, 20:16

'That's one of the reasons I had a crack at this job': Super Rugby AU title just the beginning for Brad Thorn

Game-day gym sessions have been essential for Brad Thorn, who as a coach no longer has the luxury of "hitting something" when he t…

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08 May 2021, 20:02

Wallabies star grabs glory on buzzer as Reds claim first Super Rugby title in 10 years

James O'Connor has scored a try five minutes into injury time as the Queensland Reds finally found a way past a 13-man Brumbies ou…

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08 May 2021, 7:17

Crusaders survive two yellow cards against Chiefs to claim Super Rugby Aotearoa title

The Crusaders have survived two yellow cards to defeat the Chiefs 24-13 in the Super Rugby Aotearoa final to clinch their fifth st…

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08 May 2021, 4:08

The incredible statistic the Chiefs must overcome to be crowned Super Rugby Aotearoa champions

The Chiefs must overcome a daunting proposition that no other team in history has achieved if they are to claim their first title …

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07 May 2021, 22:11
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