The Latest Breaking News from Joe Schmidt

Kiss not singing the Blues in wait for Wallabies call

Waiting for an update on his own coaching future, Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss insists his mind hasn't wavered from a crunch Anzac Day clash with the Blues.

AAP · Apr 23, 2025

Kiss method 'obvious' as Slack endorses Reds boss

Former Wallaby captain Andrew Slack, who was part of a review into the side's disastrous 2023 campaign, sees a clear heir apparent to the departing Joe Schmidt.

AAP · Apr 21, 2025

Wallabies coach announcement coming soon: Waugh

Phil Waugh expects the announcement of the new Wallabies coach to happen in the next few weeks, as Rugby Australia sends a hands-off warning to France.

AAP · Apr 16, 2025

Lions set to face Japan-based All Blacks in Anzac clash but Folau’s hopes over

The British & Irish Lions are set to face a number of former All Blacks stars this summer with Rugby Australia’s chief executive, Phil Waugh, confident players based in Japan can be recruited for the Anzac fixture

The Guardian - UK · Apr 2, 2025

Robot rugby may be a way off but art of coaching is making way for science

As data reshapes coaching and tactics at club and international level, the numbers are increasingly king

The Guardian - UK · Mar 25, 2025

Kiss content as Rugby Australia continue interviews

Ahead of their Highlanders clash, Reds coach Les Kiss remains in the running to be the new Wallabies coach having completed two interviews with Rugby Australia.

AAP · Mar 18, 2025

Retiring trio show how Ireland have grown – but rocky terrain lies ahead

As Irish rugby reaches the end of an era, the retirements of Peter O’Mahony, Cian Healy and Conor Murray provide significant challenges

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025

Waratahs open season with three wins in a 16-year first

The NSW Waratahs have scored a 34-10 Super Rugby Pacific victory over the Western Force to open a season with three straight wins for the first time since 2009.

AAP · Mar 8, 2025

Gleeson reveals his 'point to prove' to Wallabies coach

Wallabies discard Langi Gleeson has revealed how having a 'point to prove' has proven a real motivator after starting the Super Rugby Pacific season in style.

AAP · Mar 4, 2025

Reds Superman Tate McDermott earns rave reviews

The Queensland Reds are 2-0 following their 28-24 win over the Western Force, with scrumhalf Tate McDermott playing a key role in their latest win.

AAP · Mar 2, 2025