Follow @RedefinedRugby Former Australia flanker George Smith led Suntory Sungoliath to a second straight Japanese rugby title with an all-action performance as the Tokyo side beat their city rivals Toshiba Brave Lupus 19-3 on Sunday. Two tries by winger Daishi Murata and one from Samoan utility back Tusi Pisi helped Suntory extend
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Gatland to be confirmed as Lions coach
All Blacks edge past Wallabies
Hernandez returns for Pumas’ Championship debut
August 15, 2012 Argentina flyhalf Juan Martin Hernandez will make his first Test appearance in three years in the Rugby Championship match against South Africa on Saturday. The 30-year-old has suffered a string of injuries since helping his country finish third at the 2007 World Cup. His last test was against England
SANZAR REVEALS THE RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIP TROPHY
August 9, 2012 The Rugby Championship will be one of the world’s premier international rugby competitions and the new trophy that will represent the ultimate symbol of Southern Hemisphere supremacy has been revealed by SANZAR. The exciting new evolution of the Tri-Nations kicks off on 18 August with the Rugby Championship featuring three
Foley steps down as Waratahs coach
July 31, 2012 Michael Foley has handed in his resignation as Waratahs coach, the Super Rugby club confirmed on Tuesday afternoon. Widespread reports in the Australian press claim Foley will now take over the helm at the Western Force next season. Foley's decision to stand down comes just 24 hours after NSW
Sharks name touring squad for Chiefs
Walsh to referee decider
Jul 30, 2012 Referee Steve Walsh will oversee this weekend's Super Rugby grand final between the Chiefs and sixth-placed wildcard finisher the Sharks. The final will take place on Saturday night at Waikato Stadium in Hamilton. "Steve thoroughly deserves this appointment to the final, having been arguably our most consistent performer in the