An international arrest warrant was issued on Friday against former Australia rugby captain Rocky Elsom, who was sentenced in his absence to five years in prison by a French court for misuse of corporate assets, a lawyer in the case told AFP.
‘No trust and confidence’: Rebels launch $30m lawsuit against Rugby Australia
Axed Super Rugby club the Melbourne Rebels have kicked off a $30 million course case against Rugby Australia in the Federal Court of Australia to try get themselves back into the Pacific competition.
Suaalii’s $9m Rugby Australia secret revealed as controversial agent strikes again
It may be at least five years until we see Joseph Suaalii back in the NRL again amid the report that his rich deal with Rugby Australia includes a secret contract clause.
Manu begins life in Japanese rugby union just 10 days after disappointing prelim exit
Just 10 days after his rugby league career ended, Joseph Manu has been captured training with his new Japanese rugby outfit Toyota Verblitz.
‘Overly aggressive’: Details emerge over ‘rude’ and ‘unacceptable’ Cheika spat
Leicester head coach Michael Cheika has been hit with a two-week suspension after being found guilty of disrespecting an independent match-day doctor.
South African pitch invader knocked out cold in brutal hit
A pitch invader was knocked out cold by a security guard during a rugby match in South Africa.
Rugby convert Joseph Suaalii jumps gun before chat with Wallabies coach
Rugby convert Joseph Suaalii may have got a little ahead of himself before he even suits up for his first game in the 15-man code.
‘Gutted’: Same old story as Wallabies’ horror record extended despite gutsy effort v All Blacks
The Wallabies’ Test drought in New Zealand extended to 23 years when their brave challenge in Wellington was repelled by an All Blacks’ onslaught on Saturday.
Record breaker left out of Wallabies squad in bid to end drought as injured star sidelined
Nic White has gone from starting No.9 to out of the Wallabies squad completely for the second Bledisloe Cup clash in Wellington as Dylan Pietsch earnt his maiden start in a gold jersey, replacing injured winger Marika Koroibete.
NRL legend’s son with Roosters, Blues links signs with rival code
NRL legend Brad Fittler’s son Zach has signed up with the Waratahs and committed to playing the 15-a-side code.
Springboks stunned in big upset as giant-killing Pumas keep unthinkable dream alive
Argentina have ended South Africa’s unbeaten run with a thrilling 29-28 win in their Rugby Championship match at Estadio Unico Madre de Ciudades.
Wallabies’ fresh Bledisloe pain as All Blacks deny epic comeback; Slipper’s all-time record: Wrap
The All Blacks have retained the Bledisloe Cup with a 31-28 win over the Wallabies, with Australia falling just short of a stunning comeback victory at Accor Stadium.
Coach Joe Schmidt makes just two changes to his squad for showdown with All Blacks
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has held firm and refused to panic despite a record loss to Argentina, making just two changes to the squad for the Bledisloe Cup showdown with New Zealand.
French rugby federation blames ‘poorly managed’ supervision for youth player drowning
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) said on Thursday it questioned the role of administrative supervisors from the ministry of sport following the death of France under-18 player Medhi Narjissi last month.
Wallabies’ worst ever defeat: Australia capitulate in embarrassing 40-point loss to Argentina
The Wallabies have been humbled by Argentina in a 67-27 thrashing in Santa Fe on Sunday morning AEST, the biggest margin of defeat Australia has suffered in a Test match.