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Christy has been covering rugby since 2014 after falling in love with the game in 2010 during a year in England. He was employed at Fox Sports from 2015 and worked at News Corp across two stints. During his time at Fox Sports, he was a prolific newsbreaker and published regularly in The Australian. He also covered the Tokyo Olympics for News Corp. Not shy of setting the agenda, he wants to cover rugby from all angles: from Super Rugby and sevens to the international game.
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As Waratahs captain, Jake Gordon is used to making the tough decisions. But over the coming weeks, the Wallabies incumbent halfback faces his biggest…
Thanks but no thanks. Rugby Australia chief executive Phil Waugh has put an end to any thought the governing body might target Parramatta Eels…
Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley might want the battle lines between New Zealand and Australia to end when it comes to supporting the…
Michael Cheika says he must “improve as a coach” after his Leicester Tigers side copped a hiding of the most spectacular fashion, losing 80-12…
Six months after Spain shocked Australia in the winner-takes-all final race in San Francisco, Tom Slingsby and his crew extracted some revenge by blowing…
Ten years ago Nic Dolly would have laughed in disbelief if you told the Australian-born hooker he would play professional rugby, let alone run…
After several false starts, Hadley Tonga – the fastest man in Australian rugby – is set to for lift-off after being named in Liam…
For months Les Kiss has been pencilled in as the favourite to take over from Joe Schmidt should the New Zealander walk away from…
As Dan McKellar played down any prospect of taking over from Joe Schmidt by reiterating his commitment to the Waratahs, the new NSW coach…
Well, that didn’t last long. Former Wallabies skipper Michael Hooper will sensationally come out of retirement to lace up the boots in Japan. The 33-year-old has been…
“We want to increase more kids in the game. Well, don't go to schools and talk about rugby. You might as well be talking…
Langi Gleeson and Tom Hooper’s overseas deals might not have left Rugby Australia sweating, but Fraser McReight’s comments that there are “opportunities everywhere” should.…
Update: Two years after making his Test debut, Tom Hooper, the rising Australian forward who carried two All Blacks over with him to score…
They fell off a cliff in 2024, but the Queensland Reds look set for a massive turnaround after confirming a star-studded side for the…
Mere months after recruiting damaging prop Eva Karpani, the Queensland Reds have pounced on another Wallaroos star from south of the border by snapping…
Novak Djokovic has always been one to push the boundaries of what is humanly possible but rarely has the 24-Grand Slam champion been so…
Kurtley Beale’s dream of taking on the British and Irish Lions is alive after the veteran Wallaby signed a new one-year deal with the…
Rugby Australia has sent a ruthless message to anyone thinking of signing overseas that you’ll rule yourself out of the Lions mixer if you…
Peter Horne says he’s confident the Wallabies can manage without Langi Gleeson, with the explosive back-rower set to move to the French Top 14…
The Wallabies might finally have settled on their long-term fly-half in Noah Lolesio, but former fullback turned coach Chris Latham believes Australian rugby missed…
It’s fantastic to see the emergence of Chile, who certainly brought some flair and excitement to the 2023 RWC. Thanks for sharing your unique perspective on rugby in the Americas.
'Nonu means nothing to them': The USA has been selling rugby the wrong way - this is how the 2031 RWC can succeed
Agreed. Madi Ashby is quality. Brilliant one-two punch with Caslick. The team is missing her, as well as ALF.
Australia's fastest player set for long-awaited debut in Perth Sevens, ex-captain returns for women
My thoughts precisely.
'Too much respect for Joe': Kiss commits to Queensland as Wallabies coaching circus continues
RA did the deal, it’s on them not Schmidt.
'Too much respect for Joe': Kiss commits to Queensland as Wallabies coaching circus continues
Pleasure, thanks for engaging with it.
'Nonu means nothing to them': The USA has been selling rugby the wrong way - this is how the 2031 RWC can succeed
Good link with Rugby Victoria.
'Nonu means nothing to them': The USA has been selling rugby the wrong way - this is how the 2031 RWC can succeed
H, you meet everyone along your journey. Where was that read? haha. Can’t wait to read your 2025 tales.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Yes, somewhat. Most coaches and administrators agree there are differences – positive and negative – between styles on either side of the ditch. I think this was less of a NZ issue, and more an issue around Gibson probably not being a head coach (he’s an outstanding assistant) and someone anxious about losing and therefore being out of a job.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Agreed, mate. He hasn’t changed much since he was running around in Sydney, but it was nice to hear him open up on his journey. Thanks for engaging.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Agreed, mate.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Sat on the bench for one season and was given a handful of minutes at best. Tahs were losing and saw their only way out through Foley. It was the wrong op, and it said more about coaches scared about losing their job rather than building depth.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
There’s several Super Rugby GMs and CEOs who agree with you. It can be done, but there needs to be more vision from the heads.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Agreed. The Highlanders was a top model when Aaron Smith was playing. He’d usually play around 60 minutes and then replaced. He came off the bench at times with FF starting. It’s about building trust in the wider squad. Longer comp is something virtually everyone wants.
Forgotten Aussie young gun who would be 'easily the best 10 in the world'
Daniel Halangahu that’s a man quietly building a strong case across the ditch. He’s Phil Waugh’s ol’ mate, too. But, from my understanding, he’s happy in NZ currently and would only come back for the right gig. Peter Hewat a very good assistant coach. Tried his hand at the head coaching role, but I think he knows what he is … sometimes it takes a while.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
Sources, my friend, sources. And lots of time at training sessions, games, coffees (that barista down the road), and, of course, plenty of time on the phone. That’s where the feelings come from. Happy 2025.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
Plenty of Johnny Farnham’s who have changed their minds. In fact, pretty much the entire Wallabies coaching staff. Tahs will improve in 2025. McKellar’s exactly what the Tahs need.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
I wouldn’t say the Reds were star-studded in 2024. Their tight-five was middle of the road, and they had a second-year fly-half. However, their attack improved in 2024 and they took some big scalps along the way. They should improve in 2025.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
He loves coaching. It’s his identity. It could be the only thing that keeps him in Australian rugby, because his decision won’t be based around $.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
Gun coach, very New Zealand. He’s not been discussed. He’s very well credentialled.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
It’s far too simplistic to look purely at the cattle on the park in the years post the 2015 World Cup. Cheik had a shocker, but he wasn’t helped by the fact no Super Rugby side beat a New Zealand team in 2017, 2018 Force/Rebels pitted against one another, and, of course, the Folau saga that ripped cultures apart inside the Wallabies. Throw in the financial uncertainty, the decision to put Scott Johnson over Cheika rather than simply sack the coach and that provides a greater picture of some of the shortcomings in the post 2015 World Cup final result. Cheik will have learned plenty from the past five years – the results show it – but there’s no way he becomes the next Wallabies coach whilst Phil Waugh is in charge.
RA on tenterhooks over Schmidt's future - all signs point to him leaving before the RWC and one KEY addition
My hunch is he’ll tell the team his intentions post the Lions at the Jan 6-10 camp.
Joe Schmidt has shown the way forward in 2024 and a Lions triumph is possible - this is how he can do it
Nice one H. Fine contributions throughout the year, too. Have a great end of the year!
Joe Schmidt has shown the way forward in 2024 and a Lions triumph is possible - this is how he can do it
https://www.theroar.com.au/2024/10/29/exclusive-rugby-australia-plot-new-third-tier-competition-involving-super-teams/
This has been in the works for months. Somethings take much longer than they should to iron out.
Exclusive: 'Thought I was Superman': Simon Raiwalui reveals life-threatening stroke and two-month hospital stay
It’s really not that confusing. Anthony Abrahams wrote an analysis of the situation and shared his belief about it. For now, players are allowed to exploit the law to their benefit.
'I'm not going to waltz in': Capped by Eddie with England, meet the 'human mullet' who can make Wallabies history