Rugby Australia takes high-risk gamble with World Cup squad | Bret Harris

There are potentially serious consequences as a result of the loosening of eligibility rulesRugby Australia is willing to bet the farm on the Wallabies winning the World Cup in Japan. The 31-man World Cup squad announced on Friday includes two players – utility back James O’Connor and halfback Nic White – who were eligible under the so-called Giteau Law. Related: Adam Ashley-Cooper and Jordan Petaia make Wallabies cut for Rugby World Cup Continue reading...