Michael Hooper retained as Wallabies captain as Dave Rennie opts for status quo

Coach puts faith in 99-Test flanker in new eraHooper set to become longest-serving skipperMichael Hooper looks destined to surpass George Gregan as the longest-serving Wallabies captain after retaining the job under new coach Dave Rennie.The NSW Waratahs flanker led Australia through last year’s World Cup but was no sure thing of continuing after Rennie delayed his call until the new-look squad gathered in the Hunter Valley this week. Related: Qantas ends 30-year Wallabies sponsorship deal in huge blow for Rugby Australia Continue reading...