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Perth 'bubble' to test Olympics-bound sevens squads

Australia's men's and women's rugby sevens teams will fine-tune their preparations for July's Olympics when the world series visits Perth.

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O'Connor ditches pressures of past, plans to play on

Queensland Reds playmaker James O'Connor has no plans to retire this year and would love another chance to end a fluctuating Wallabies career on his terms.

AAP

Netflix’s one-size fits all approach misses the real selling point of rugby union

Six Nations: Full Contact focuses on interviews with the sport’s stars when the real draws are the odd couple Italy coaches who scream authenticity

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Owen Farrell right to look after his own future after Racing 92 move confirmed

A much-deserved new life adventure, a break from the boo-boys or a stage-managed Test rugby exit? Perhaps a mix of all three

Evening Standard

Winds of change blow through Six Nations to spark new sense of purpose

Anticipation for the competition is soaring with teams under new leadership and a fascinating backdrop after World Cup

The Guardian - UK

Wallabies' Schmidt a great rugby mind: All Blacks coach

All Blacks coach Scott Robertson says fellow Kiwi Joe Schmidt will set the Wallabies on a clear path forwards following their chaotic stint under Eddie Jones.

AAP

Netflix Set To Kick Off Six Nations Rugby Docuseries

‘Full Contact’ has behind-the-scenes stuff from annual tournament featuring best national teams in U.K., Europe

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Furious RLPA wants Volkman the line-in-sand moment

Clint Newton has demanded the Ronald Volkman saga becomes a line-in-the-sand moment for contracting, with the Rugby League Players Association CEO furious.

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‘Rugby needs all the help it can get’: sport hunts F1-style Netflix uplift

Big names prepare for their close-ups as Six Nations: Full Contact aims to take rugby union to whole new audience

The Guardian - UK

Rugby star Beale faces jury for alleged bar sex assault

Australian rugby union star Kurtley Beale has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman at a Sydney pub, a claim he denies.

AAP

Borthwick all business with England prepping for demands of Six Nations

A winter trip to Spain will provide the chance for Steve Borthwick to focus on England’s scrum and the breakdown in the buildup to the Six Nations

The Guardian - UK

Lynagh shines for Quins in Europe with great solo try

Michael Lynagh's son Louis got a shock late call-up for Harlequins and celebrated with two tries - one quite brilliant - in their European Champions Cup win.

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Robbie Deans' Wild Knights dominate in Japan

Former Wallabies coach Robbie Deans' Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights have crashed home 10 tries in a 70-12 win to consolidate top spot in Japan Rugby League One.

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Wallabies' Cup review complete as Schmidt era begins

With a new coach at the helm, Rugby Australia are mulling over the release of a freshly delivered review into the Wallabies' woeful World Cup showing.

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The Guardian - UK

Steve Borthwick says English rugby has turned a corner, but has it really?

The England coach sees cause for optimism at domestic and international level yet it is too early to claim everything is rosy

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Joe Schmidt appointed as new Wallabies head coach by Rugby Australia

Rugby Australia announces Joe Schmidt as the new Wallabies head coach, bringing his extensive experience and success from coaching Ireland and New Zealand.

The Guardian - US

World Rugby backs North Carolina team in US MLR with eye on 2031 World Cup

Anthem Rugby Carolina, based in Charlotte, will field young American players in attempt to grow domestic game

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Coco Gauff, Louis Rees-Zammit and LeBron James

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New Zealander Schmidt Confirmed As New Wallabies Coach

Former Ireland coach Joe Schmidt vowed to "build a way forward" for the Wallabies on Friday as officials confirmed he is taking over as coach to replace Eddie Jones.

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'Boring' Schmidt not here to sell Wallabies dream

New Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt presented himself as the antithesis of predecessor Eddie Jones as he addressed the challenge of rebuilding the national team.

AAP

Ex-ref's third fumble as lawsuit against NRL booted

An ex-rugby league referee who claimed he was criticised for his British accent and later dismissed has failed in his third attempt at suing his former bosses.

The Guardian - US

Rugby star Louis Rees-Zammit needs a minor miracle to make it in the NFL

The Welshman is strong, large and fast. But to make it in American football you also need an in-depth understanding of an incredibly complex game

The Guardian - UK

Louis Rees-Zammit’s hasty ditching of Wales for NFL adventure is huge gamble

The flying wing has trashed the dreams of thousands of Wales rugby fans and the odds are stacked him making it in American football

Marie Claire

This Might Be Hailey Bieber’s Most Hailey Bieber-y Outfit Yet

An oversized blazer? Check. A baseball hat? Check. A reference to Princess Diana's style? Check.

Evening Standard

Louis Rees-Zammit: Wales and Gloucester star quits rugby union to pursue NFL 'dream'

Rees-Zammit is now set to join the NFL's international player pathway programme

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