As the Super Rugby 2018 season has begun, the finalized list of fixtures was released by the franchises. This was confirmed, when the HITO-Communications Sunwolves announced they had added to their ‘home games’ locations, by including Hong Kong and Singapore games, to compliment their Tokyo schedule. Now in the clubs third formative year, it is […] READ MORE
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Two injuries from Japan Top League final have negative ‘flow-on’ affects
In a low scoring affair, the Japan Top League final was played out last weekend in front of 23,000 fans in Tokyo. The pinnacle of Japanese rugby, the defending champions Suntory Sungoliath triumphed 12-8 over the Panasonic Wild Knights. Even though former All Blacks and Wallabies coach Robbie Deans was unable to add to his haul […] READ MORE
LWOR Tackles the Top Paid Rugby Union Players Today
With players such as Elliot Daly and Owen Farrell recently signing new long term contracts, Last Word on Rugby thought it would be interesting to find out who are the top paid rugby union players. With values going up and up, the top paid players will soon rival Rugby League and Cricket salaries, plus endorsements. […] READ MORE
Zero Victories for Australian Super Rugby Franchises Against NZ Teams
The score is Australia 0 New Zealand 25. No, that is not a match scoreline, but the win/loss record for Australian Super Rugby franchises. Zero victories, and the proof is hard to swallow for the Australian Rugby Union (ARU). ARU chief executive Bill Pulver (see main picture) is a man on tenterhooks. Not only have the […] READ MORE
Chiefs Face Tough Quarter Finals Trip To South Africa
The fact is, since the Chiefs beat Brumbies, the Hurricanes did their fellow New Zealand team no favours. As they beat the Crusaders, it makes for a tougher quarter final schedule. The Chiefs have no choice but to accept the fact that in order to win the title; they'll have to do it away from home base. It doesn't get any tougher than a trip to Newlands, but that is exactly what will be required. READ MORE
Brilliant Night in the Regional Heartland for Hurricanes v Brumbies
On a perfect Autumns evening, the scene was set for a return to the provinces. The reigning Super Rugby champion Hurricanes had taken their Round Nine match out to the regional heartland of Napier–Hurricanes v Brumbies–and the crowds showed up in full. 13,000 strong, they came to be entertained, and left wholly entertained. And while the […] READ MORE
Super Saturday: Blues Send Fans Home Happy, Highlanders and Stormers Triumph
Last Word On Rugby was on hand in Auckland to witness the Blues result first-hand, with the match in Canberra a riveting one to follow on radio traveling home. The audio heightening the dramatic conclusion. Then, to top it off watching the all out scoring action between the 'Wolves and Stormers (see main picture) was a terrific end to the night--that small selection made this Super Saturday one to savour. READ MORE
Super Rugby Round Five Forecast
Heading into this weekend, the bye rounds will slightly alter the standings until all teams have rested for one weekend [Round Nine] so apart from on-field performance, every match will impact on the mid-competition placing's. So, attention to detail in Super Rugby round five is crucial--how teams like the Crusaders and Stormers go now, will show benefits in a few weeks time. READ MORE
Former Wallaby Lock Dan Vickerman Passes Away
The close timing of the three former International rugby players has 'rocked World rugby'. The often heated rivalry on the field immediately takes a backseat in these situations, as the rugbyunited spirit of the game rises as one. READ MORE
Tomás Cubelli Injury Dampens Brumbies Hopes for Super Rugby
A Tomás Cubelli injury has dampened the hopes for the Brumbies with only weeks to go before the Super Rugby season kicks off. READ MORE