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Damian McKenzie in action for the Chiefs.

McReight’s heroics in vain as Kiss’ tenure ends valiantly at the Chiefs’ hands

Les Kiss’ time at the Reds is over, but the signs his outfit showed in their defeat to the Chiefs offers hope the Wallabies can become a juggernaut again. 

  • Nick Wright

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The Brumbies look dejected in Wellington.

Brumbies thrashed by record margin, veteran star set to play on

James Slipper is in talks to postpone retirement plans and play on for the Brumbies - at least - next season.

  • Iain Payten
Fraser McReight will captain the Queensland Reds in 2026.

Wallabies legend breaks down what makes McReight so good

An Australian great who played during the Wallabies golden era has outlined why the Queensland superstar was on course to become the nation’s best.

  • Nick Wright
Tim Ryan at Allianz Stadium earlier this month.

The family ties which kept ‘Junkyard Dog’ from rugby league’s clutches

Ahead of the Reds’ Super Rugby quarterfinal clash with the Chiefs, a rising star also revealed how Max Jorgensen was inspiring him to new heights of his own.

  • Nick Wright
DUNEDIN, NEW ZEALAND - MAY 09: Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii of the NSW Waratahs charges forward during the round 13 Super Rugby match between Highlanders and NSW Waratahs at Forsyth Barr Stadium, on May 09, 2026, in Dunedin, New Zealand. (Photo by Joe Allison/Getty Images)

Suaalii looked like a man on a mission in Perth. But he’s not the form centre in Australia

The highest-paid player in Australian rugby turned in a strong night against the Force after a season of frustration. But he wasn’t alone.

  • Paul Cully
Hunter Paisami at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night.

Wallabies star suffers pre-finals scare as Reds phenom dealt a reality check

One of Australia’s most lethal backline weapons faces a nervous wait to determine if he will be fit for a finals assault, after a physical clash with the Drua.

  • Nick Wright
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How Harry Wilson evolved from Wallabies discard to world’s enigmatic best

These were the conversations that propelled Harry Wilson from Wallabies discard to the world’s best No.8, and helped overcome a chapter of uncertainty. 

  • Nick Wright
Treyvon Pritchard is in the Chiefs’ sights after starring for the Queensland Reds.

‘Nothing’s set in stone’: Australian rugby’s teenage star explains PNG Chiefs talks

Reds star Treyvon Pritchard said his PNG Chiefs talks remain preliminary, but the winger insists his Wallabies dream remains firmly alive, ideally with his brother.

  • Jonathan Drennan
Jock Campbell of the Reds scores a try during the round 15 Super Rugby match against Moana Pasifika at North Harbour Stadium.

Reds suffer huge scare in tight win over Moana

Queensland scored with just two minutes remaining to beat Moana Pasifika by two points and all but secure a Super Rugby Pacific finals berth.

  • Justin Chadwick
Tom Lynagh.

Injury-plagued Wallabies star’s telling update on uncertain future

Wallabies star Tom Lynagh has endured a horror 2026, but revealed an announcement surrounding his uncertain future will soon be made.

  • Nick Wright