wwos.com.au top union stories http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/rss/union/ en-au Copyright(c) 2005 Ninemsn All rights reserved. 5 http://ninemsn.com.au/share/img/nh_logo.gif wwos.com.au top union stories http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/rss/union/ 142 40 Returning Cooper has two Test auditions http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468264 Tue, 20 May 2008 14:00:00 GMT Wallabies star Quade Cooper will be a shock starter in his long-awaited return from a knee reconstruction for Queensland against the Lions. Brumbies clash: Barrett benched by Hurricanes World Cup: September 2015 kick-off Tindall returns: Star-studded Barbarians squad <!-- Super Rugby: Draw, standings and stats--> Welsh rugby stars to arrive early http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467842 Tue, 02 Oct 2007 14:00:00 GMT Wales are leaving no stone unturned as they try to beat the Wallabies in Australia for the first time since 1969. Fine-tuned: Brumbies to host Wales in June New coach: Henry endorses Hansen's All Blacks Huge impact: Super scavengers dominate breakdown Rebels keen on Reds' Higginbotham http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467233 Tue, 03 Jul 2007 14:00:00 GMT Melbourne see Scott Higginbotham as an ideal replacement for Gareth Delve but haven't made him an offer. Scores & stats: Super Rugby - Round 12 New No10: Brumbies to punt on young gun All Blacks: Romano, Whitelock named in squad Reds in Super comeback to roll Chiefs http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466794 Fri, 25 Jul 2008 14:00:00 GMT Digby Ioane says Queensland are back after an epic comeback ended the Chiefs' nine-match winning streak. Match stats: Reds v Chiefs Mighty blows: Super upsets dent Kiwi pride Brumbies signing: Hewat joins but can't play finals Force mauled by the Sharks http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466547 Mon, 10 Sep 2007 14:00:00 GMT The Sharks have thrashed Western Force in Durban for the Perth-based franchise's fifth consecutive loss. Match stats: Sharks v Force Dramatic turnaround: Stormers beat Cheetahs Match stats: Stormers v Cheetahs Rebels upset Crusaders in Melbourne http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466511 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:00:00 GMT Melbourne Rebels scrumhalf Nick Phipps scored two tries in a massive upset win over the Crusaders. Match stats: Rebels v Crusaders See-sawing match: Hurricanes beat Highlanders Match stats: Highlanders v Hurricanes Force closing in on new Super Rugby coach http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468505 Western Force chief executive Vern Reid claims the club is closing in on a new coach, but says a final decision could still be several weeks away. Holmes ready for Brumbies hot seat http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468437 An inexperienced Zack Holmes says he has no fear after being named for his run-on debut for Friday night's Super Rugby clash with the Hurricanes. Rebels keen to prove they're a force http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468406 The Melbourne Rebels are looking to consolidate their recent good form with their first away win of the season when they face the Western Force in Perth. Rugby World Cup 2015 to kick off Sept 18 http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468166 Rugby officials have named September 18 as the kickoff date for the 2015 World Cup in England. More power for rugby's video referees http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468333 The International Rugby Board has announced a series of new rule changes, including giving more power to video referees. Barrett benched by Hurricanes for Brumbies http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468165 All Blacks squad member Beauden Barrett has been rested by the Hurricanes for their Super Rugby match against the Brumbies. Tindall in star-studded Barbarians squad http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8468218 England's Mike Tindall is set to play his first international rugby for seven months after being included in the Barbarians' squad for their upcoming tour. Farr-Jones confirmed as NSW Rugby chairman http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467915 Former Australian captain Nick Farr-Jones has been confirmed as chairman of the New South Wales Rugby Union. Henry endorses Hansen's All Blacks http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467843 Former All Blacks coach Graham Henry says Dan Carter will be the All Blacks' first choice No.10 for the upcoming Test season provided he is fit. Romano, Whitelock named in All Blacks team http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466919 Surprise All Blacks training selections Luke Romano and Luke Whitelock are still coming back to earth after their inclusion in the 25-strong squad. Brumbies to host Wales in June http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467340 The Brumbies will play the touring Welsh on June 12 at Canberra Stadium. Super scavengers make huge impact http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467335 Queensland Reds teenager Liam Gill and Brumbies young gun Michael Hooper are defying their age to lead the way in breakdown steals in Super Rugby. Brumbies to punt on young gun at No.10 http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8467237 Robbie Coleman, not veteran recruit Peter Hewat, looms as the Brumbies new playmaker for their Super Rugby clash against the Hurricanes. NZ take 10th rugby Sevens title http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466920 New Zealand Sevens coach Gordon Tietjens has been named in the IRB Hall of Fame after his team won their 10th World Series Sevens title. Mighty Super upsets dent Kiwi pride http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466810 The Melbourne Rebels and Queensland Reds upset New Zealand's two best sides in a memorable round 12 of Super Rugby. Hewat joins Brumbies but can't play finals http://www.wwos.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=8466712 The Brumbies have boosted their injury-hit playmaker stocks with the addition of former Waratahs Super Rugby star Peter Hewat.