A galvanized Fijian Drua win has added huge levels of reinforcement to the two expansion teams’ existence in the 2022 Super Rugby Pacific competition. This Fijian Drua win over the Melbourne Rebels came hours after Moana Pasifika had made their delayed first performance; after Covid-19 disrupted their launch over two rounds. And both teams excelled […] READ MORE
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Both host Super Rugby finalists found for NZ/Aus competitions
Even with a fortnight until the Cup finals, both of the host Super Rugby finalists teams have been found for the respective New Zealand and Australian competitions. With a win for the Crusaders, they secure yet another home final; including two Super Rugby Aotearoa series, and the last two Super Rugby finals. The Queensland Reds […] READ MORE
Luther Burrell: failed Rugby League stint shows difficulty in crossing codes
Luther Burrell and his year-long spell in rugby league has once again underlined the difficulty in crossing codes. He isn’t the first, and nor will he be the last to struggle. After joining Warrington Wolves on a 30-month contract, Burrell featured just eight times as he struggled to find a way into a strong Wolves […] READ MORE
ACT Brumbies win Super Rugby Australia, over Queensland Reds
In a Grand Final that saw the ACT Brumbies win Super Rugby Australia, they have secured the title over the Queensland Reds 28-23 in Canberra. Competing in a semi-final and the winner takes all final was the difference between the Australian competition versus the New Zealand one. The Crusaders were victorious over the Tasman, yet […] READ MORE
Five of the best to play rugby union and rugby league
Over the years there has been a natural divide for fans, players and coaches alike when it comes to rugby league and rugby union. However, some players have switched between the codes and Last Word on Rugby has decided to look at five of the best players to play both. Sonny Bill Williams Sonny Bill […] READ MORE