# Wallabies

Last month

February 2023

# shaping up

Eddie Jones lures England assistant Hodgson to Wallabies

Hodgson, who becomes the first member of Jones’ coaching staff, will assume the role of defence coach.

7.6k

Feb 27th 2023, 8:19 AM

This year

2023

# Support

Sacked Wallabies coach Dave Rennie insists he still had players' backing

The New Zealander was shown the door on Monday and replaced by former England boss Eddie Jones.

6.8k

Jan 18th 2023, 8:58 AM

Last year

2022

# Depleted

Wallabies star Hooper out of Wales match as flanker joins lengthy injury list

Australia were already without six players following injuries sustained in last weekend’s defeat to Ireland.

4.2k

Nov 23rd 2022, 12:27 PM

# Concussion

White to serve 12-day stand down after being allowed to play on against Ireland

The Wallabies scrum-half appeared to stumble twice but passed an off-field HIA.

14.9k

Nov 20th 2022, 7:51 PM

# authority

'He phoned me up a year ago' - The call that says it all about Jack Crowley

The Munster man rang Ireland attack coach Mike Catt out of the blue before he was even in the squad.

43.8k

Nov 19th 2022, 12:00 PM

# Autumn Finale

Ireland's strong favouritism is well-earned but Wallabies still a threat

Dave Rennie’s men have had a tough year, meaning the home side are expected to win.

16.5k

Nov 19th 2022, 7:00 AM

# george gregan

'A World Cup is a 7-week sprint, what you've done before that really doesn't matter'

Australia legend George Gregan looks ahead to Ireland’s clash with the Wallabies.

5.1k

Nov 19th 2022, 6:00 AM

# Midfield

'Stu has done exceptionally well' - McCloskey makes Ireland chances count

The Ulster man will start his third consecutive Test tomorrow against Australia.

7.0k

Nov 18th 2022, 2:42 PM

# Big man

Wallabies lock Skelton benefits from ROG influence in France

La Rochelle had a visit from Ireland forwards coach Paul O’Connell during the summer.

8.9k

Nov 18th 2022, 7:00 AM

# Emotions

'I'd class myself as a feel-type coach' - Farrell fosters family vibe with Ireland

The families of new caps come into the Irish team camp ahead of their big games.

7.9k

Nov 18th 2022, 6:15 AM

# mates

Wallabies boss Rennie aims for Ireland scalp after a coffee with Leo Cullen

Australia’s head coach knows his men need a ‘massive’ performance on Saturday.

15.8k

Nov 17th 2022, 7:00 PM

# bolter

The 'unflappable' O'Brien has put himself in the World Cup frame

Meanwhile, 21-year-old Joe McCarthy is set for his first Ireland cap this weekend.

10.6k

Nov 17th 2022, 5:09 PM

# Wallabies

Australia make 10 changes with Skelton held in reserve

Dave Rennie has reverted to a more familiar selection following last weekend’s defeat to Italy.

11.6k

Nov 17th 2022, 2:35 PM

# Team news

O'Brien and McCloskey start in Ireland team to face the Wallabies

21-year-old lock Joe McCarthy is set for his Test debut off the Irish bench.

38.0k

Nov 17th 2022, 2:10 PM

# Jackal

Broken nose healed, Beirne welcomes target on Ireland's backs

The Munster man made his Test debut against the Wallabies back in 2018.

8.9k

Nov 17th 2022, 6:00 AM

# rugby weekly extra

'Wallabies teams normally respond very well under extreme adversity'

Ex-Australia and Ulster lock Justin Harrison joined The42 Rugby Weekly Extra podcast today.

5.4k

Nov 16th 2022, 11:59 AM

# Must do better

'I was delighted to see the Mexican wave. I don't think we had much to do with it'

Ireland boss Andy Farrell said he isn’t worried about the depth of his wider squad.

8.3k

Nov 14th 2022, 6:00 AM

# Autumn Finale

The Wallabies a wounded animal as Farrell considers Ireland selection

Australia lost to Italy for the first time ever ahead of their visit to Dublin.

30.8k

Nov 13th 2022, 8:00 AM

# card trick

How to win a Rugby World Cup - be on your best behaviour

Ireland and France have risen to the top of the world rankings on the back of being more disciplined than their rivals.

18.2k

Sep 25th 2022, 8:07 AM

# Wallabies

Australian lock Darcy Swain banned for 6 weeks for 'reckless' foul play

Swain will be unavailable for Australia’s first two November Tests against Scotland and France.

5.7k

Sep 22nd 2022, 10:26 AM

# Target

Dave Rennie insists a new-look Wallabies 'can knock over' buoyant All Blacks

Australia are looking to bring home the Bledisloe Cup from New Zealand for the first time since 2002.

2.7k

Sep 13th 2022, 8:32 AM

# Preview

Rennie keeps faith with Wallabies team that beat South Africa as wounded Boks prepare for 'final'

The hosts start with an unchanged side for the first time since Dave Rennie took over as coach from Michael Cheika.

3.3k

Sep 1st 2022, 9:02 AM

# boks

South Africa make eight changes for second Wallabies Test

The Springboks head into the clash on Saturday in Sydney after back-to-back defeats.

5.1k

Aug 30th 2022, 11:25 AM

# courage

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper pulls out of Pumas Test for 'mindset' reasons

Head coach Dave Rennie said Hooper had hidden his internal issues for several weeks.

13.7k

Aug 6th 2022, 9:34 AM

# Relief

Australia grab three late tries to draw first blood against England

The Wallabies ended an eight-match losing streak in the first Test against England.

10.4k

Jul 2nd 2022, 1:29 PM

# cook cup

Australia and England ditch name of British explorer from cup and honour Wallaby hero instead

The new Ella-Mobbs Cup replaces the Cook Cup as the prize for the winners of the Australia versus England test series.

44.9k

Jun 24th 2022, 8:01 PM

# rugby weekly extra

'O'Gara held onto my hand and said, 'Look me in the eye and show some respect''

Will Genia was a guest on today’s episode of Rugby Weekly Extra for members of The42.

81.3k

Mar 16th 2022, 3:00 PM

All time

# Irish Abroad

'The days of the heavy, slow neanderthal are gone. The game is too fast'

Brendan Whelan was part of the Wallabies’ tour of Europe last month.

13.7k

Dec 8th 2021, 8:00 PM

# making room

Surprise selection for England as Manu Tuilagi starts on wing against Wallabies

The 30-year-old’s only previous Test appearance in the position came on tour against New Zealand in 2014.

11.1k

Nov 11th 2021, 11:54 AM

# Australia

Cooper latest Wallaby to pull out of European tour

He had initially said he was keen to travel to Britain for Tests against England, Scotland and Wales.

9.7k

Oct 28th 2021, 1:57 PM

# aussie aussie aussie

Wallabies make it three in a row with convincing Argentina win

It has been a remarkable turnaround for Australia.

5.0k

Sep 25th 2021, 1:14 PM

# Wallabies

Rennie denies panicking with Cooper pick as Springboks loom

The 33-year-old last lined out for Australia in 2017.

8.2k

Sep 10th 2021, 8:26 AM

# Talent exodus

Australia to review 'Giteau's Law' following heavy defeat to All Blacks

‘We have to look at the eligibility piece to make sure we have the best players available.’

28.8k

Aug 15th 2021, 10:55 AM

# Rout

All Blacks keep Bledisloe Cup with record victory over Wallabies

The hosts retain the trophy for the 19th consecutive year.

13.0k

Aug 14th 2021, 10:25 AM

# standards

Three Wallabies dropped for All Blacks clash after drinking session

Star wing Marika Koroibete was part of the trio.

13.9k

Aug 4th 2021, 9:54 AM

# Epic

Wallabies overcome 5th-minute red card to seal series win over France

Noah Lolesio kicked a late winning penalty for Dave Rennie’s side.

9.3k

Jul 17th 2021, 1:09 PM

# all to play for

France set up decisive Test with first away win over Wallabies in 31 years

Les Bleus hadn’t beaten Australia on their own turf since a victory in Sydney all the way back in 1990.

7.4k

Jul 13th 2021, 1:38 PM

# Late Late Show

Australia come from 15 points down to snatch last-gasp win over France

A polished Les Bleus looked to be headed for their first win on Australian soil in more than 30 years.

9.0k

Jul 7th 2021, 1:27 PM

# lock

Man mountain Skelton loving life in La Rochelle working with O'Gara

The 6ft 8ins Wallaby has been in sensational form this season.

12.1k

May 20th 2021, 1:00 AM

# Final Chapter

Leinster's Scott Fardy has announced he will retire this summer

The 36-year-old former Wallaby will hang his boots up after the current season.

22.4k

Apr 15th 2021, 5:49 PM