# sport / rugby union (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 4 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover sport / rugby union. Page: Feed: --- ## [Why this is one of the most daunting venues the Wallabies have played at](https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/rugby-union/why-this-is-one-of-the-most-daunting-venues-the-wallabies-have-played-at-20260827-p60s38.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-28 · Jonathan Drennan · WA Today - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The Wallabies will face a wounded Argentina in the Pumas’ mountain fortress of San Salvador de Jujuy, a city shaped by resistance and rebellion. ## [Suaalii benched as Kiss makes changes for Pumas Test](https://www.watoday.com.au/sport/rugby-union/suaalii-benched-as-kiss-makes-changes-for-pumas-test-20260827-p60s57.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-27 · Jonathan Drennan · WA Today - Sport / Rugby-Union_ After three straight wins, Kiss has opted to test the Wallabies’ depth in the hostile surrounds of Jujuy against a Pumas side with plenty to prove. ## [The Wallabies’ scrum has found its bite. Argentina will reveal just how sharp it is](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/the-wallabies-scrum-has-found-its-bite-argentina-will-reveal-just-how-sharp-it-is-20260825-p60r86.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-27 · Jonathan Drennan · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ On the 1984 Grand Slam tour, the Wallabies scrum silenced a stunned Cardiff crowd. Now Argentina will show how far today’s pack has come. ## [Young gun strikes for junior Wallabies](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/young-gun-strikes-for-junior-wallabies-20260827-p60s0e.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-26 · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Cooper Watters shows power and pace to crack the defensive line and score for the junior Wallabies team. ## [Narawa ends brave Lions fight](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/narawa-ends-brave-lions-fight-20260826-p60rn4.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-25 · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ All Blacks winger Emoni Narawa ends a brave Lions fight as New Zealand remains unbeaten on tour in South Africa. ## [Wallabies workhorse Hooper embraces club-country juggling act](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-workhorse-hooper-embraces-club-country-juggling-act-20260825-p60ray.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-25 · Jonathan Drennan · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Wallabies back-rower Tom Hooper has barely stopped playing rugby in 18 months, but he is ready to keep answering his country’s call. ## [Everyone has a take on Suaalii’s best role, but only Les Kiss’ view matters. And he has shared it](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/everyone-has-a-take-on-suaalii-s-best-role-but-only-les-kiss-view-matters-and-he-has-shared-it-20260825-p60r85.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-25 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The Wallabies coach has welcomed the selection migraine he is facing in the midfield ahead a clash with Argentina on Sunday morning, saying “good people \[will\] miss out”. ## [Jordan double ices All Blacks win](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/jordan-double-ices-all-blacks-win-20260825-p60rbe.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-25 · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Winger Will Jordan's try double ices a famous All Blacks win over the Springboks at Ellis Park. ## [‘Beat fire with fire’: Wallabies braced for Argentina’s mountain cauldron](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/beat-fire-with-fire-wallabies-braced-for-argentina-s-mountain-cauldron-20260824-p60qwg.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-24 · Jonathan Drennan · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Wallabies enforcer Lukhan Salakaia-Loto is looking forward to playing in one of rugby’s most hostile venues. ## [Len Ikitau is ready to return to centre stage for the Wallabies. And he’s flexible on the part](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/len-ikitau-is-ready-to-return-to-centre-stage-for-the-wallabies-and-he-s-flexible-on-the-part-20260823-p60qoo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-23 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The reigning MVP of the Wallabies is returning from an ankle injury, but with increased competition for a spot in the midfield. And he says that’s good news. ## [Ultra-Quiet Business Mini (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/h4QwVHqAjpoe) _2026-08-23 · **Sponsored**_ Compact business mini, ultra-quiet for focused work. ## [‘He’s a world-class operator’: How the Cheika deal to return to the Waratahs was done](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/he-s-a-world-class-operator-how-the-cheika-deal-to-return-to-the-waratahs-was-done-20260820-p60q5a.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-22 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Michael Cheika may end up only leading the Waratahs for one season, but that didn’t deter Rugby Australia from bringing back the only man to win a Super Rugby title with the franchise. ## [Why there are no guarantees with Michael Cheika’s second coming](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/why-there-are-no-guarantees-with-michael-cheika-s-second-coming-20260821-p60q9x.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-21 · Paul Cully · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The incoming Waratahs coach remains one of the big beasts of the coaching jungle. But the Super Rugby landscape has changed drastically since his successful first spell in charge. ## [Why New Zealand’s tour of South Africa could reshape modern rugby](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/why-new-zealand-s-tour-of-south-africa-could-reshape-modern-rugby-20260812-p60nns.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-21 · Jonathan Drennan · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The All Blacks and Springboks have revived the old-school rugby tour. But its impact could change the international game far beyond their historic rivalry. ## [Sevens superstar named for Wallaroos debut as Ballymore becomes golden headquarters](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/sevens-superstar-named-for-wallaroos-debut-as-ballymore-becomes-golden-headquarters-20260820-p60pzv.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-20 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Try-scoring machine Maddi Levi will make her Test debut in the 15-a-side format against New Zealand on Saturday. ## [‘Wake-up call for us’: Waratahs brace for change after Cheika return is confirmed](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/suaalii-positional-shift-flagged-in-wallabies-squad-for-argentina-20260819-p60pkw.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-19 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Twelve years after he guided the Waratahs to their only Super Rugby title, Michael Cheika is officially back. ## [‘The money will come’: Why brothers turned down PNG riches to stay in rugby](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/the-money-will-come-why-pritchard-brothers-turned-down-png-riches-to-stay-in-rugby-20260731-p60ka0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-17 · Jonathan Drennan · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ The hottest prospects in Australian rugby have opened up on their decision to reject a lucrative offer from the NRL expansion franchise, citing loyalty, unfinished business and a shared Wallabies dream. ## [Back in blue: Cheika set to return as Waratahs coach](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/back-in-blue-cheika-set-to-return-as-waratahs-coach-20260817-p60oxr.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-17 · Jonathan Drennan, Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Michael Cheika is in line to return to the Waratahs 12 years after leading the team to a Super Rugby title. ## [Two-try Tupou set to stay for Pumas, Boks duty after making history in Townsville](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/two-try-tupou-set-to-stay-for-pumas-boks-duty-after-making-history-in-townsville-20260816-p60oqo.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-16 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Taniela Tupou became the first Wallabies prop to score two tries in a game since “Wild” Bill Cerutti in 1931, and he won’t be rushing back to Paris either. ## [Kiss’ fingerprints quickly appearing on new-look Wallabies](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/kiss-fingerprints-quickly-appearing-on-new-look-wallabies-20260816-p60ooz.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-16 · Paul Cully · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Clever interplay between midfield players and some aggressive forwards are a good sign for the challenges to come in Argentina. ## [Wallabies player ratings: How the men in gold performed against Japan](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/wallabies-player-ratings-how-the-men-in-gold-performed-against-japan-20260815-p60omh.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-15 · Iain Payten · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Australia is yet again blessed with two outstanding openside flankers at the same time. ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/WxHGLg4JG6wu) _2026-08-15 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [Pigs in muck: Wallabies forwards have a field day against Japan](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/pigs-in-muck-wallabies-forwards-have-a-field-day-against-japan-20260815-p60om6.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-15 · Peter FitzSimons · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ In this topsy-turvy Test, Australia’s backs seemed to do all the grunt work while the forwards feasted with eight tries, continuing a successful start to the Les Kiss era. ## [Wallaby 1000 scores try on debut](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/wallaby-1000-scores-try-on-debut-20260815-p60on0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-15 · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Wallaby No.1000 Massimo De Lutiis goes over as the home team extend their lead. ## [Tupou snares first half double](https://www.smh.com.au/sport/rugby-union/tupou-snares-first-half-double-20260815-p60omx.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_sport_rugby-union) _2026-08-15 · Sydney Morning Herald - Sport / Rugby-Union_ Taniela Tupou snares a first half double for Australia against Japan.