The fact the commencement of the Super Rugby season has largely gone unnoticed shows just how much rugby union is struggling in the competitive Australian sporting landscape, writes Richard Hinds.
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Even in a sports-mad country like Australia, there is such a thing as too much sport
Turn on your TV most weekends and you'll be faced with a plethora of live sporting action. Whilst it's good news for the die-hard fan, a congested market means less viewers, fewer spectators and a fight for survival.
Wallabies in dire straits ahead of World Cup and there’s no hope on horizon
The Wallabies' loss to England reflects the struggles Australian rugby union is facing but turning around the fortunes of the men's game will be no quick fix.
Are there too many video reviews in sport?
Technology was meant to be the panacea that cured all of sport's problems, but recent controversies in both rugby codes have shown that it is not the case.
Waratahs into Super semis after Foley leads stunning win over Highlanders
The Waratahs are into the Super Rugby semi-finals thanks to captain Bernard Foley's personal best 25 points to help his team to a stunning 30-23 win over the Highlanders.
Waratahs outgun the Reds in incredible Super Rugby try-fest
Rugby Union may be in the doldrums in Australia, but the Waratahs have served up something of a spectacular Super Rugby tonic, triumphing 52-41 in an incredible 15-try shootout over the Reds.
‘We tried to work with them’: Brumbies reject Wallabies’ request to rest players
The Brumbies defy the Wallabies' request to rest three of their biggest stars, naming a full-strength side for this weekend's Super Rugby clash.
Wallabies prop Slipper suspended for cocaine use
Wallabies prop and Queensland Reds captain James Slipper says he has been suffering wellness issues for a year as he is suspended for two months after twice testing positive to cocaine.
‘We need to cheat better’: Dark days for Australian rugby continue
The Reds are thumped by the Sunwolves, the Waratahs suffer a horrendous choke and the Rebels and Brumbies play in front of a tiny crowd in Canberra in another dire day for Australia in the Super Rugby.
‘Best of the worst’: Australian rugby hit hard by axed sevens coach
Super Rugby is "stale" and the sport has been on the slide for decades in Australia, according to axed rugby sevens coach Andy Friend.