RUGBYDUMP WEEKLY: Michael Cheika proving to be the real deal?
9 years ago by Rugby DumpFollowing the Wallabies' impressive 23-18 win over the All Blacks in Brisbane at the weekend, Shay Waterworth looks at the progress of Michael Cheika after three years in charge as head coach. The Wallabies...
Tuesday Evening Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyEdinburgh flank Magnus Bradbury captaincy has been revoked Edinburgh flank Magnus Bradbury has had his captaincy revoked due to a disciplinary issue, with the role being given to lock Fraser McKenzie. Bradbury...
Back to the future for the Wallabies back row
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auIn last Saturday’s win over the All Blacks, the Wallabies’ back row stood tallest. Jack Dempsey was industrious after a few initial mistakes, Sean McMahon was a man possessed, and Michael Hooper...
All Blacks’ 2017 report card – so far
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auThe majority of the All Blacks’ season is over and results have been mixed. The draw against the British and Lions, despite some dubious officiating, can only be regarded as a failure. The Rugby...
The Ofa Tu'ungafasi hits that were felt around the world
9 years ago by Rugby DumpThe All Blacks lost to the Wallabies this past weekend, and in a game that was riddled with ridiculous physicality, the biggest of the hits was from replacement prop Ofa Tu'ungafasi. He has been included...
Julian Savea named in Barbarians squad to face All Blacks
9 years ago by New Zealand RugbyThe Barbarians have announced that wing Julian Savea will face the All Blacks when the two sides meet at Twickenham on November 4. Savea joins the Baa-baas after being left out of New Zealand's...
Donncha O’Callaghan to retire from all forms of Rugby
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyWorcester Warriors lock Donncha O’Callaghan has confirmed that he will retire from all forms of rugby at the end of the season to spend more time with his family. The 38-year-old has won...
Please don’t mistake relief for hubris
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auLet me begin by mentioning Spiro’s article from Monday morning titled, “Are the Wallabies on the rise as the All Blacks decline?”. It was a very rational piece, posing some interesting thoughts...
Who else could beat last Saturday’s All Blacks?
9 years ago by TheRoar.com.auCongratulations to the Wallabies on their heroic win over a gallant New Zealand team in Brisbane on the weekend. Well done, guys. But here’s a question – what other teams prominent in world rugby...
Monday Evening Round Up
9 years ago by Ultimate RugbyGarry Ringrose & Niall Scannell out of November Tests Leinster coach Leo Cullen has confirmed that centre Garry Ringrose is likely to be sidelined for Ireland’s three November internationals...
