Author: Tom Smith
Could Tonga challenge at the next World Cup?
Tonga took out New Zealand on their way to the Pacific Championship final and despite their eventual loss to Australia, they will be aiming to…
Samoa’s squad in detail as rookie group take on England
Samoa stunned England at the World Cup two years ago… but they’re depending on a new group of rookies to cook up another boil-over this…
Australian Kangaroos weakened by injuries, drop-outs and allegiance changes
With big names dropping like flies, Australian coach Mal Meninga is using these Pacific Championships to blood a long list of international rookies ahead of…
Down Under Diary: Penrith Panthers’ NRL hopes rest on shoulder of Nathan Cleary
Penrith’s hopes of a fourth straight premiership rest on the shoulders — well, one shoulder — of star man Nathan Cleary. GOING into Round 24,…
Down Under Diary: Why Craig Bellamy’s Melbourne Storm are well set to win another NRL title
As Melbourne gallop to yet another minor premiership, is Craig Bellamy about to add a sixth premiership ring to his collection? AT THE conclusion of…
The story of a rancorous 2024 State of Origin series
With both states throwing stones across the Tweed River, this year’s rancorous Origin series was destined to end with a bang in Brisbane. “YOU’VE got…
Why Sydney Roosters are well placed for NRL success in their ‘last dance’ season
With a galaxy of stars sitting in the departure lounge, 2024 looms as the final chance for this group of Sydney Roosters to add another…
Queensland triumph in historic Women’s State of Origin decider
QUEENSLAND stand-off Tarryn Aiken led her state to a thumping 22-6 victory over New South Wales in the deciding match of the first ever three-game…
How New South Wales stunned Queensland in State of Origin II with record blitz
NEW SOUTH WALES’ new faces spearheaded a record-breaking first-half blitz to send this year’s State of Origin series to a decider. Recalled halfback Mitchell Moses…
Down Under Diary: Are Newcastle Knights right to rely on Kalyn Ponga?
Newcastle are all in on Kalyn Ponga — but as injury strikes again, is KP the right bet? YOU wouldn’t have blamed Newcastle fans for…