New South Wales will host three matches – including a game against the HSBC Waratahs and the third and final Test – when the British and Irish Lions make their…
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Rebels welcome the Lions to Melbourne
Melbourne Rebels CEO, Steven Boland, has welcomed today’s announcement that will see Melbourne host two matches, including one of three Tests, when the British and Irish Lions make their long-awaited…
Barbarians v Australia – verdict
OUCH. The Barbarians-Australia match (11-60) proved a damp squib, with the Baa-Baas losing interest after they got too far adrift on the scoreboard early in the second half. The number…
Dave Dennis replaces Ben McCalman in last minute Wallaby change
An eye irritation for Ben McCalman has forced the Qantas Wallabies to make a late change to their starting line-up for tomorrow’s match against the Barbarians at Twickenham Stadium in…
Barbarians v Australia – preview
You never know what to expect when the Barbarians come to town – but this weekend’s Killik Cup clash against Australia at Twickenham contains more uncertainties than usual, writes Alan…
Palu and Robinson return to Waratahs’ pre-season training
The HSBC Waratahs’ pre-season efforts were given a boost this week with the return to training of heavyweight duo Benn Robinson and Wycliff Palu. With their respective rehabilitation programs progressing…
South African trio line-up for Help for Heroes challenge
Former Springbok AJ Venter and future stars of South African rugby Andries Strauss and Sias Ebersohn, will take the field for the ‘Heroes Rugby Challenge’ at Twickenham Stadium on Saturday…
Pocock to captain Wallabies against Barbarians
Western Force flanker David Pocock will captain the Qantas Wallabies for the first time after being named to lead Australia in Saturday’s match against the Barbarians at Twickenham Stadium in…
Matfield to lead Barbarians at Twickenham
Springbok lock legend Victor Matfield will captain the Barbarians in the Killik Cup match against Australia at Twickenham on Saturday (kick off 2.35pm). The 34-year-old reprises his role of 2009…
Sevens Players hit the Surf on Gold Coast
Two days before the kick-off of the HSBC Sevens World Series 2011/12 at the Gold Coast Sevens, players from defending Series champions New Zealand, tournament hosts Australia and fellow challengers…