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Wallabies like the look of Holmes
Waratahs halfback Josh Holmes is in line to be a Wallabies squad
bolter next month, but promising youngsters Kurtley Beale, Quade
Cooper and Lachlan Turner may instead appear in this year's
Australia A program. Full report
JC rises from the turf in no time
Jerry Collins, who sent a wave of anxiety through New Zealand rugby
when he lay prone on Jade Stadium with a neck injury, wants to play
against the Highlanders on Friday. Full report
Sam soaks up the pressure
When Sam Norton-Knight's first pass from the kick-off went to
ground behind NSW's try-line - and his first kick one minute later
was charged down - the NSW pivot seemed destined for a night of
horror against the Highlanders on Saturday. Full report
Venom cripples vision
Now I know why we're tagged "the reptiles of the press". To be able
to comprehend all the shenanigans that go on in the Australian
Rugby Union boardroom, you must be an expert observer of viperous
behaviour, writes Greg Growden. Full report
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Hewat ready to pack his bags
Peter Hewat will pursue a lucrative overseas contract offer before
his current deal expires next year if the door is closed on his
Wallabies selection hopes and the NSW and Australian rugby unions
may not stand in his way. Full report
Souths get a mouthful
A senior Southern Districts player told his teammates their
performance was "completely unacceptable" during an unscheduled
meeting after the side was humiliated by Gordon on Saturday. Full report
Losing Sharks still climb the log
The Sharks started their long haul from New Zealand back to Durban
on Sunday and they should be toasting the Stormers, their new,
unlikely allies, all the way home. Full report
Jack confirms Saracens contract
Chris Jack is back running again but his chances of representing
the Crusaders again are not flash. Full report
Crusaders pressure NZ incumbents
The Crusaders' 23-13 triumph over the Hurricanes has put the All
Blacks' selectors in the hot seat - with centre, hooker, halfback
and backrow positions of particular interest. Full report
Wasps join Leicester in European final
Wasps advanced to the Heineken Cup final after coming from behind
to defeat Northampton 30-13 in the battle of two former champions
on Sunday. Full report
New Zealand under-19 world champions
New Zealand claimed their first under-19 world championship since
2004, defeating South Africa 31-7 at Ravenhill, Belfast. Full report
Chiefs survive late Sharks fightback
The Chiefs stayed in contention for a place in the Super 14
semi-finals after surviving an outstanding Sharks fightback in a
35-27 victory in Hamilton. Full report
Storming turnaround topples Blues
A fired-up pack and some brilliant defence allowed the Stormers to
score a thrilling victory over the Blues at Newlands on Saturday. Full report
Habana magic pushes Bulls into top four
The Bulls defeated the Lions on Saturday to stay in contention for
a place in the Super 14 semifinals. Full report
Gerrard inflicts capital punishment
The Western Force's dream of turning the despair of 2006 into a
place in this year's Super 14 semi-finals appears to have been
dashed. Full report
Reds roar to Cheetahs win
Queensland raised hopes of avoiding the Super 14 wooden spoon by
snapping a nine-match losing streak with a win over the Cheetahs at
Suncorp Stadium. Full report
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