Author: Shane Sullivan

Make Australian Rugby Great Again

Tuesday’s rugby news looks at the first Wallaby team of the year, Kerevi’s Olympic bid, Alred kicking on, and another big signing for the Force. Wallabies named! WALLABIES TEAM TO PLAY FRANCE 1. James Slipper (100 Tests) 2. Brandon Paenga-Amosa (8 Tests) 3. Allan Alaalatoa (43 Tests) 4. Matt Philip (9 Tests) 5. Lukhan Salakaia-Loto (25 Tests) 6. Rob Valetini (4 Tests) 7. Michael Hooper (c) (105 Tests) 8. Harry Wilson (6 Tests) 9. Jake Gordon (5 Tests) 10. Noah Lolesio (2 Tests) 11. Marika Koroibete (32 Tests) 12. Matt To’omua (54 Tests) 13. Hunter Paisami (6 Tests) 14. Tom…

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Today’s news looks at the departures from down south, the Blues win, the All Blacks squad, and Rob Penney is pissed. Rebels losing key players! The Rebels have confirmed that Wallabies Marika Koroibete, Isi Naisarani and, Dane Haylett-Petty are moving on to greener pastures. Isi Naisarani and Marika Koroibete are off to Japan to secure their financial futures while DHP, Who’s still dealing with long term concussion symptoms hasn’t declared what he is up to next year. All three are big losses for the club but 28-year-old Koroibete was just named Players’ Player following an outstanding 2021 campaign, with the winger scoring…

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Tuesday’s Rugby news looks at the Tahs dirty dozen, Carter Gordon’s dream rebel run, Sinckler’s late call up, Green And Gold Rugby · The Dropped Kick-Off 23 – Sugar High (Q&A VI) [one_half last=”no”] 12 Straight for the Tahs! The Waratah’s horror season continued with their twelfth loss on trot. The Tahs have no problem scoring points and their players seem to be competent tackles but like that very old comedy record my father played when I was a child, there’s a hole in the bucket. They say defence is all about attitude, if so, what does that say…

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The late injury to James O’Connor threw the Reds back line into disarray. Bryce Hegarty moved into Fly half and the rumour was Hamish Stewart would trot out in the 15 jersey. But wait, there’s more. Bryce Hegarty did his hammy and Hamish Stewart was the new, new fly half while, 19-year-old, Mac Grealy debuted at fullback. The Match Despite the disruptions, the Reds were surprisingly coherent for most of the opening stanza. I guess it’s a sign of a good coaching set up when players slot in without much problem. The blues kicked an early penalty, but the Reds…

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Well maybe not! Due to issues beyond our control there is no news today, but that doesn’t mean you guys can’t supply the topics yourselves. I mean, you wang on about anything you want anyway, don’t let us slow you down. BTW: Was Harry Wilson the only bright spot for the Aussie sides last weekend? The real news will be back tomorrow.

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Due to an amazing response from our community the Rugby News is back on track. We now have most days covered. But I’ve talked to our new writers, and we’d love a little wriggle room in our numbers. You could be looking to simply give back to this community or are looking for exposure in the sports media field, as others have done, we can help you out. Contact me at sully@greenandgoldrugby.com Monday’s Rugby News is dominated by Trans Tasman rugby just like the Aussie rugby sides were by the Kiwi’s. I’ve been stuck at work all weekend so most…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at the Waratahs boss’ retirement, the Super Rugby AU Final, the law variations for the TT, and no TJ for the Roosters. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 118 – How Good are the Tahs’ Board? Roger Davis goes Embed from Getty Images After a dismal season in Super Rugby AU the move many Waratahs fans have been calling for, for some time, has come about. NSW Rugby Chairman Roger Davis has decided to not seek re-election at the Anual General Meeting on May 31. Davis says that after twelve years on the…

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We had a problem with our platform last night, so there will be no news today except to say the Crusaders and Reds won their respective Super Rugby titles on Saturday. Anyone interested in putting together the news one day a week should contact me at sully@greenandgoldrugby.com It’s a volunteer position just like everything else we do at Green and Gold Rugby.

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Thursday’s Rugby News looks at SA teams out of the Rainbow cup, the race for the last finals spot, Hosea’s suspension, and Wessels under pressure. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 118 – How Good are the Tahs’ Board? Four South African Teams May Not Play Rainbow Cup It’s looking more and more like the four South African teams won’t be running out in the Rainbow cup this year. The Bulls, Stormers, Lions, and Sharks were due to play three rounds of domestic games against each other before potentially travelling to Europe to play against Irish, Welsh,…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at JO’C sticking around, a turning point for the Reds, and an insight into what drives Carlo Tizzano. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 118 – How Good are the Tahs’ Board? James O’Connor to stay a Red Great news for Reds fans and Australian Rugby. The Reds were looking at a massive hole in the halves next year with James O’Connor out of contract but JOC has, apparently, put pen to paper on an upgraded contract. O’Connor tells of his journey back to Australia in this article. “My time at Sale was…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at Hodge’s Knee, big wraps on Thorn, and pass it to Jordy. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 118 – How Good are the Tahs’ Board? 10 Weeks For Reece Hodge’s Knee. Melbourne Rebels Mr Fix it Reece Hodge will miss the rest of Super rugby this year with an MCL injury, but may be available for the French test series. Hodge damaged his knee in a collision with Western Force player Tim Anstee while attempting a last ditch field goal that would have won the game for the Rebels. Melbourne Rebels may…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at future Wallaby RWC teams, the Waratahs recovery, and the Trans Tasman bubble. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 118 – How Good are the Tahs’ Board? Rennie Picks Virtual World Cup Team Just like the rugby nerds in our forums, wallaby head coach Dave Rennie has picked a team for the 2023 World Cup. Okay, even the nerds on our forums haven’t picked teams for the RWC, but they are picking heavily biased teams for the French test series in July. “We’ve had a lot of meetings planning, and we’ve picked a…

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The rebels couldn’t overcome a three converted try and a penalty blitz in the first 16 minutes by the Queensland Reds. The rebels had the better of the rest of the first half dragging the score back to 24-14 that’s as close as they got with the Reds finishing six tries to three winners. The Reds forwards dominated with Tupou, Wilson and McReight in particular popping up to cause havoc in attack and defence. That platform allowed the Reds halves, McDermott and O’Connor to steer the team around with constant front foot ball. The Match The Reds looked like the…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at the Reds road trip, Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 117 – Strike Up the Band [one_half last=”no”] Reds Stuck In Sydney The Reds have been dealt a tremendous blow after being force to stay is Sydney! The Reds were initially only there for two nights to rack up a record score against the hapless Waratahs, but while they were celebrating news broke of a COVID-19 outbreak back home. All plans to fly home were quickly scuppered for fears of border closures up north. Besides have to get used to Daylight savings time…

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QUICK MATCH STATS Reds 7 tries to 1 Hat trick to Alex Mafi Tate McDermott Official Man of the Match By guest writer Hoss with thanks from GaGR. Look, I blame Graham Cooper. The Tah’s were in this contest, evenly matched, keen, fit and more than capable, then that mongrel blew ‘time on’ and well, it was largely downhill from there, and you know the rest. Played in front of a bumper crowd of approximately 317 people, it was a night of firsts for the Reds in Sydney – a record score and a first win since 2013, seven…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at the Chiefs win, the Brumbies signing Kautai, Eddie Jones’ critics, and the Australian club Championship. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 117 – Strike Up the Band [one_half last=”no”] Chiefs Break Losing Streak The Chiefs broke their eleven game losing streak on Saturday when they defeated the Hurricanes 35-29. The Hurricanes looked well in control up 26-7 with 23 minutes to play but from then on it was all chiefs as the ran in three tries in nine minutes to sneak in front before Jordie Barrett kicked a monster penalty to wrestle…

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Thursday’s Rugby News has been hijacked! Instead, we give you the teams for this weekend. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 116 – Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels [one_half last=”no”] Waratahs Team For The Force. When: 7:45 PM AEDT Friday night Where: Bankwest Stadium Big News? Angus Bell Drops out of the squad. Mark Nawaqanitawase is starting at 15. Jack Maddocks moves to 14 The Team: NSW WARATAHS: (1-15): Tetera Faulkner, Dave Porecki, Harry Johnson-Holmes, Sam Caird, Hugh Sinclair, Lachlan Swinton, Carlo Tizzano, Jack Dempsey, Jack Grant, Will Harrison, James Ramm, Tepai Moeroa, Alex Newsome (c), Jack Maddocks,…

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After a busy and hot 12-hour shift Tuesday’s rough and ready Rugby News looks at ‘Reds in your club’, a new Junior Wallabies coach, Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 116 – Moons and Junes and Ferris wheels [one_half last=”no”] Reds In Your Club. What do you do on your bye week in Super Rugby Au? Well if you’re the Reds you spend it visiting clubs around metro Queensland. And I’m pretty chuffed with that. This from the press release. The St George Queensland Reds have announced they’ll take time-out to visit Brisbane metropolitan Rugby clubs during…

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Tuesday’s Rugby News looks at the Ballymore redevelopment, Jake Gordon’s ankle, a Trans Tasman Bubble and, the travel burden for some teams. Green And Gold Rugby · Rugby Report Card 115 – Dawn Of A New Era [one_half last=”no”] Ballymore Update. As a country boy all my early memories of rugby in Brisbane involved Ballymore, the hill and the McLean stand. On the day that Super Rugby AU 2021 started demolition started on the old McLean Stand and, I guess, in a way, work started on the new modern McLean stand. While a few have tried to cling to…

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Rarely have I been this excited about a Super Rugby season. It seems like only days ago I was lamenting the end of Pro rugby in Australia, and now we wait for Super Rugby to start, with a new broadcaster with a free to air presence. Personally I can’t wait for this to get started. Reds v Waratahs 7:45pm AEDT – Queensland Reds vs NSW Waratahs at Suncorp Stadium, LIVE on 9Gem and ad-free, live and on demand on Stan Sport. According to almost everyone this is a training run for the Reds but, I’m not so sure. The Reds…

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