Michael Cheika
RWC: Australia exits, Cheika to follow
The Wallabies exit from the Rugby World Cup will also mean the end of Michael Cheika's five year spell as coach. The frequently controversial 52-year-old was in no mood for questions on his future in… Audio
No place for Salakaia-Loto in Wallabies side
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has selected the "Pooper" flanker combination for Australia's Rugby World Cup opener.
Tui distraught after fan scuffle
A distraught Lukhan Tui has told teammates he is "not going to be playing anymore" following an ugly post-match altercation with a fan.
Cheika rubbishes job security claims
Michael Cheika has launched a furious defence of his Wallabies coaching job, saying it's "naive" to think he's worried about his future.
NZR hold Cheika in limbo over Samu
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has been blocked from picking Crusaders loose forward Pete Samu for the upcoming three-Test series against Ireland, but says there's a spot waiting for him if the green…
Cheika's ultimatum if he loses World Cup
Australia face a double-or-nothing deal at next year's Rugby World Cup: win it or return without a coach.
Jones backing New Zealand ref
England's Eddie Jones has accused Wallabies coach Michael Cheika of trying to influence referee Ben O'Keeffe through the media.
'No communication' to blame for Wallabies loss
After an embarrassing performance by the Wallabies in the first Bledisloe match, Sydney Morning Herald journalist and former Wallaby Peter FitzSimons discusses whether the team can turn its game… Audio
Tribute for Sir Colin Meads set for Dunedin Bledisloe match
The All Blacks and the Wallabies will observe a minute's silence at Saturday's Bledisloe Cup match in Dunedin. Sir Colin's family will be gifted the number five jersey from the game, and the All… Audio
Cheika demands more robust Wallabies
Coach Michael Cheika wants a more "violent" approach to tackling from the Wallabies as they seek to fix their defensive deficiencies in the second Bledisloe Cup Test.
ARU stands by Cheika
The Australian Rugby Union has backed Michael Cheika to remain Wallabies coach until after the 2019 Rugby World Cup, despite leading the team to nine losses this year.
Cheika ends year with just six wins
Australian rugby coach Michael Cheika has finished 2016 with a Wallabies' winning percentage almost as bad as the one that got Eddie Jones sacked 11 years ago.
Cheika says Jones is tarnishing his legacy
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has accused Eddie Jones of tarnishing his legacy with his constant sniping about Australia in the media.
Genia set to miss Twickenham showdown
In-form Wallabies halfback Will Genia looks certain to miss the season-ending clash with England at Twickenham.
Cheika demands to talk to referees boss after loss
A frustrated Michael Cheika has demanded a meeting with World Rugby referees boss Alain Rolland after the Wallabies' loss to Ireland in Dublin.
Cheika still seething as Hansen offers olive branch
All Blacks coach Steve Hansen has called for a ceasefire in verbal warfare with Wallabies counterpart Michael Cheika which has plunged trans-Tasman rugby relations to an all-time low.
History will be made in final Bledisloe test
The All Blacks could break another record tomorrow night - a record 18th consecutive test win if they beat the Wallabies in Auckland. Audio
War of words erupts
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has described criticism from All Blacks coach Steve Hansen on the way he has handled media this Test series as "shallow" and a "pot shot".
Wallabies coach backs under fire referee
Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has again come to the defence of South African referee Craig Joubert, labelling his treatment as "unfair".