Jared Wright 19 Jun 2025 Why Joe Schmidt selected Will Skelton but snubbed James O’Connor and veteran trio The Wallabies boss has explained his decision to select just one overseas-based player. Australia
Jared Wright 19 Jun 2025 Wallabies squad: Winners and losers including Joe Schmidt’s ‘real U-turn’ selections while veterans are snubbed for British & Irish Lions series Our winners and losers from Joe Schmidt's Wallabies squad ahead of the British and Irish Lions series. Australia
Lawrence Nolan 19 Jun 2025 James O’Connor reveals his ‘great conversations’ with Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt and how he ‘could add some value’ Wallabies hopeful James O’Connor has revealed the level of dialogue he has been having with Joe Schmidt in the hope of a Test squad recall. Australia
Jared Wright 19 Jun 2025 Wallabies squad: Joe Schmidt snubs James O’Connor and Marika Koroibete ahead of the B&I Lions series with two uncapped stars included Joe Schmidt has named his 36-man squad ahead of the British and Irish Lions Series. Australia
Jared Wright 11 Jun 2025 James O’Connor perplexed ‘most consistent performer’ is not in the conversation to solve All Blacks’ selection issue James O'Connor has hailed his Crusaders teammate who isn't mentioned in the All Blacks' conversation enough. New Zealand
Jared Wright 11 Jun 2025 James O’Connor’s tongue-in-cheek comment baffles All Blacks legend and all but confirms Leicester Tigers move James O'Connor's comment went right over the ex-All Blacks' head but will excite Leicester Tigers' fans. Leicester Tigers
Louis Chapman Coombe 04 Jun 2025 Leicester Tigers close in on Handre Pollard replacement as Wallabies star primed to join Premiership club – report Leicester seem to have finally solved their fly-half crisis. Leicester Tigers
Louis Chapman Coombe 06 May 2025 Joe Schmidt won’t ‘preclude anyone’ from Wallabies selection as he confirms James O’Connor ‘chat’ James O'Connor has not played for the Wallabies since 2022, but has 64 caps to his name. Australia
Colin Newboult 18 Apr 2025 Crusaders v Blues: Five takeaways as ‘unlikely hero’ wins New Zealand derby and the ‘glaring’ Rieko Ioane weakness Leinster need to improve Our five takeaways from the Crusaders' victory over the Blues in Super Rugby Pacific. Super Rugby
Jared Wright 15 Apr 2025 ‘Grown-up’ James O’Connor gets ringing endorsement for Wallabies recall ahead of Lions series James O'Connor has been backed to earn a recall to the Wallabies squad ahead of the British and Irish Lions Series. Australia
Colin Newboult 11 Apr 2025 James O’Connor picks the ‘standout’ fly-half options for Wallabies boss Joe Schmidt after Noah Lolesio’s ‘crazy’ decision James O'Connor assesses the Wallabies' fly-half situation after Noah Lolesio's shock decision. Australia
David Skippers 29 Mar 2025 Crusaders v Moana Pasifika: Five takeaways as Ardie Savea ‘shows his class’ in shock victory for visitors Our five takeaways from Moana Pasifika's 45-29 victory over the Crusaders in their Rugby Pacific encounter in Christchurch on Saturday. Super Rugby
David Skippers 26 Mar 2025 Super Rugby Pacific Team Tracker: Joseph Suaalii returns in new role for Waratahs while Wallabies star makes first Crusaders start The teams ahead of the seventh round of Super Rugby Pacific. Super Rugby
Colin Newboult 27 Feb 2025 James O’Connor admits Crusaders boss wanted typical Australian ‘complaining’ to contrast humble New Zealand approach James O'Connor has opened up on the difference between Australians and New Zealanders. Australia
Jared Wright 21 Feb 2025 Justin Marshall slams officials after All Blacks star escapes ‘clear’ yellow card for ‘professional foul’ Justin Marshall has hit out at the decision as the All Blacks lock escaped a yellow card. Crusaders
Colin Newboult 19 Feb 2025 James O’Connor hails ‘intelligent’ and ‘headstrong’ All Blacks star who makes him ‘get out of the way’ as he teases new Crusaders move James O'Connor has teased a new Crusaders move which has been inspired by one of their All Blacks stars. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 19 Feb 2025 James O’Connor ‘knows where it went wrong’ as playmaker sets bold Wallabies target and reveals Joe Schmidt conversation James O'Connor has thrown his hat into the ring for the Wallabies' upcoming series against the British and Irish Lions. Australia
Colin Newboult 17 Feb 2025 Aaron Cruden gives verdict on New Zealand fly-half situation as James O’Connor raves about ‘most naturally gifted’ All Blacks prospect Aaron Cruden and James O'Connor discuss some of the talented fly-halves in New Zealand at the moment. New Zealand
Colin Newboult 15 Feb 2025 Quade Cooper admits to ‘weird’ feeling over James O’Connor’s Crusaders debut while ex-Wallabies star gives verdict on Joe Schmidt’s possible successor Quade Cooper has given his verdict on James O'Connor and a coach who could well be Joe Schmidt's successor. Australia
David Skippers 11 Dec 2024 Wallabies star’s candid response on key Super Rugby rule change Wallabies and Crusaders utility back James O'Connor has expressed his view on the possibility of a key Super Rugby rule change. Crusaders
Adam Kyriacou 07 Oct 2024 Who’s hot and who’s not: Lions wow and Premiership thrillers, France A v All Blacks and the Sexton-Ioane spat Check who's hot and not following the week's on and off-field action. Who's hot and who's not
Jared Wright 04 Oct 2024 Crusaders sign ‘legend of international rugby’ to bolster fly-half stocks James O'Connor's future has been confirmed. Crusaders
Jared Wright 02 Oct 2024 ‘Are you serious?’ – Crusaders legend hits out at transfer target ‘taking the position away’ from a potential All Black Former All Blacks prop and Crusaders legend Wyatt Crockett is not impressed by the reports. Crusaders
Colin Newboult 02 Oct 2024 Ex-Wallabies star set for shock move to New Zealand Super Rugby powerhouse – report Crusaders have found an experienced playmaker to aid the development of their young players. Crusaders
David Skippers 13 Sep 2024 James O’ Connor to leave Australia again to ‘pursue overseas opportunities’ James O'Connor's second stint at the Reds has come to an end after the former Wallaby revealed that he is heading overseas. Queensland Reds
David Skippers 17 Jul 2024 Reds name surprise captaincy choice for Wales clash while veteran Wallaby back at fly-half Jock Campbell has been named as the Reds' captain for Friday's clash with Wales while experienced Wallaby James O'Connor will start at fly-half. Queensland Reds
Dylan Coetzee 19 Mar 2024 James O’Connor’s intriguing Wallabies selection pitch as British & Irish Lions series looms Veteran playmaker James O’Connor revealed he would like to see a ‘Red-heavy’ Wallabies side on the back of some stunning form. Australia
David Skippers 02 Aug 2023 Veteran Wallaby utility back signs new Reds deal which includes coaching clause The Queensland Rugby Union have announced that veteran utility back James O’Connor has signed a new deal with the Reds through until 2024. Queensland Reds
Dylan Coetzee 17 Apr 2023 Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week: A few Chiefs earn selection amongst a strong Australian showing Our Super Rugby Pacific Team of the Week following the Round Eight action. Super Rugby
Dylan Coetzee 14 Apr 2023 WATCH: James O’Connor’s OUTSTANDING try assist in win over Moana Pasifika Reds veteran James O’Connor rolled back the years with two try assists against Moana Pasifika in their 40-28 Super Rugby Pacific win in Samoa. Queensland Reds
