Rebels

'They Let the Rebels Descend Into Voluntary Administration': RA's Alleged 'Winning Rugby' Plan Detonates in Court

Melbourne Rebels' $30 million Federal Court case against Rugby Australia opened with barrister Bernard Quinn KC alleging the governing body adopted a secret 'Winning Rugby' strategy in July 2023 that prioritised NSW, Queensland and the ACT and effectively pushed the Rebels into administration.

Rugby Union · 5/19/2026

Hurricanes Edge Ahead as Super Rugby 2024 Title Race Tightens at the Top

The Hurricanes lead Super Rugby 2024 on 56 points, just one ahead of the Blues and four clear of the Brumbies, making for a tightly contested title race. The Chiefs and Reds remain in the upper tier but have ground to make up, while the battle for finals places is intense from sixth downward, with the Highlanders, Fijian Drua, Rebels, and Crusaders closely packed.

Rugby · 6/15/2024

Chiefs Set the Pace as Super Rugby Title Race Tightens Behind Them

The Chiefs lead Super Rugby 2023 on 59 points after 13 wins, holding a significant seven-point advantage over the Crusaders. Behind them, the race is tight, with the Blues and Brumbies level on 46 points and the Hurricanes still within reach of the top four on 41. Lower down, the playoff battle is congested, with the Waratahs, Fijian Drua, Reds, Highlanders, Force and Rebels all still fighting for position, while Moana Pasifika remain adrift at the bottom.

Rugby · 6/15/2023