Author: Nathan Williamson

Wednesday’s Rugby News sees the Super XV side announced, the race for the number 13 spot opens up, the Lions looking for fair go and an exiled pair set for return in NRC [one_half last=”no”] Super XV Side takes shape for trial match The two sides for the biggest match of the season have started to take shape. Yes, the Super XV side has been named for the upcoming trial match against the Wallabies at Leichhardt Oval on Friday. The most fascinating inclusion in the side is exiled prop James Slipper, who has been selected to return after his suspension…

Wednesday’s Rugby News looks at the Waratahs planning to play up-tempo rugby against the Lions, key All Blacks returning for the All Kiwi semi, a review into the TMO and young Reds lapping up the Wallabies camp [one_half last=”no”] Waratahs ready to enter Lions den Nick Phipps has stated that the Waratahs will not die wondering in their quest to tame the Lions during their semi final on Saturday. Phipps has rubbished any ideas of playing a slow tempo game despite the potential fatigue that the team faces with their intensive travels to South Africa. “I don’t really know why there is…

Wednesday’s Rugby News sees the Brumbies gear up for a finals push, a key Rebel ruled out, further criticism for Eddie and an unusual call to arms for an international team [one_half last=”no”] Brumbies galloping towards finals push The Brumbies are looking to pull off a Mission Impossible style push to the finals when their Super Rugby season recommences against the Hurricanes on Saturday. The international break has left the ACT side raring and ready to jump out of the barriers, with most of the side enjoying the month-long break, whilst the majority of their Wallaby contingent received minimal game…

Wednesday’s Rugby News sees a Brumbies playmaker ready to set up, the Irish defending their ‘tactics’, Eddie Jones looking not so steady and a farewell to a sevens icon [one_half last=”no”] Powellful inclusion for final test Joe Powell is preparing to make a huge impact as he’s set to be included in the Wallabies squad for the final test match against Ireland. Powell is the clear favourite to join the Wallabies matchday 23 on the bench, replacing the injured Will Genia after the Rebels halfback broke his arm during the gruelling second test. The clash will hold extra significance for Powell…

Wednesday’s News sees the return of Sexton, Junior Wallabies doing the Italian Job, The 2019 Super Rugby season draw release and the All Blacks under fire [one_half last=”no”] Irish looking for Sex(ton) to bounce back The Irish will look to recall star flyhalf Johnny Sexton to attempt to level up the series against Australia this Saturday at AAMI Park. It has been reported that Ireland coach Joe Schmidt will recall Sexton to the starting line up after throwing young playmaker Joey Carbury to the wolves during the side’s 18-9 loss in the first test. Sexton noted that he wasn’t accustomed…

In Wednesday’s Rugby News, Lealiifano looks to Japan, Pocock commits to Australia, Uelese’s worst fears are confirmed and an American reporter looks foolish [one_half last=”no”] Lealiifano looking like signing in Japan but has not shut the door on Brumbies The Brumbies are hopeful of striking a deal to keep Christian Lealiifano in Super Rugby next season, despite the co-captain believed to have signed a contract to play in Japan at the end of the year, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. Lealiifano will join the Toyota Jido Shokki at the end of the Brumbies’ Super Rugby campaign, but it’s understood the…

As selection day approaches, Wednesday’s Rugby News looks at the makeup of the squad, an overseas star attempts to return in time, the judiciary continuing to amaze and Ballymore’s future set to be decided. [one_half last=”no”] Selection Day leave questions surrounding Wallabies team Well, the big day has come and all the speculations and discussions are about to end with Michael Cheika set to announce the Australian squad for the upcoming three match series against the number 2 ranked Ireland tonight. Officials have been relatively tight-lipped about the makeup of the squad, with most players not going to find out…

Wednesday’s Rugby News sees the Rebels look to returning Wallabies, Kafer’s look to the future, Foley looking forward to his 100th and rookie Reds looks towards his debut Wallaby cap [one_half last=”no”] Rebel Reinforcement Rebels fans can breathe a sigh of relief and look forward to a late finals push with the return of key Wallabies around the corner. Captain Tom English spoke with rugby.com.au and rated star halfback Will Genia a 50/50 chance to line up this week. “Willy, I think it’s a 50/50 – he’s out there now, he’s just got a few more things to tick…