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The key issue holding Queensland Reds back from becoming true Super Rugby contenders

ROUND 15
Barrett, McKenzie, Mo'unga ... Love? Is Hurricanes star the All Blacks' long-term 10?

SCRUM RESET
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RA 'asleep at the wheel' with AUNZ game
Rugby may curse Nawaqanitawase's 'try of the decade' -- but it's not what the Waratahs need
McKellar right to hammer 'too comfortable' Waratahs -- but their mediocrity is sadly the expectation

ROUND 14
AUSTRALIA
Schmidt identifies Wallabies 'kryptonite' for Lions
Joe Schmidt has spoken of his planning for the British & Irish Lions tour, revealing what he feels his team can't afford to do if they're to be any chance against the British & Irish Lions.
Top Headlines
- Wallabies coach fuels Cleary code switch talks
- NZR, Savea warn of 'run-it-straight' dangers
- Slipper signs new deal, Super record in reach
- Canada bully Wallaroos in World Cup reality check
- Wallabies square away playmaker for run to RWC
- Rugby's 20-min. red step closer to full approval
- Waratahs' woes roll on with star prop departing
- Boost for Brumbies with star cleared of injury
- 'I want it bad': JOC desperate for crack at Lions
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Rugby sevens has proven once again it can be a cruel, cruel game. Australia has now suffered heartbreak at two straight Olympics.
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