News about Brad Thorn

A Waratahs vs. Brumbies blockbuster is due to start on Friday in the Super Rugby Pacific season, and with a World Cup just months away, there's more than just a trophy on the line. As Stan Sport began the season with much enthusiasm at the historic Sydney Opera House, players and coaches mingled around, generating a buzz in the air; something that hasn't always been true in a rollercoaster decade of Australian rugby. In 2023, there's so much on the line. For one, the Wallabies and the world cup are on display. Of course, a Super Rugby title would also be named.

Former North Queensland Cowboys coach Paul Green (pictured right) is seen limping his ankle after night out on the beers, according to NRL legend Johnathan Thurston (pictured left). In front of about 700 mourners at Green's funeral on Tuesday, the man affectionately known as 'JT' told the tale. It comes after the premiership-winning coach died suddenly in his Brisbane home aged just 49 on August 11. Amanda and their children, Emerson and Jed, are the survivors of Green's.

Several current and former NRL stars are paying their respects to Paul Green at the footy legend's funeral in Brisbane, with a public memorial scheduled later today. Jake Granville, Jason Taumalolo, and Kyle Feldt, both of whom appeared in the 2015 grand final under Green, were among the first to arrive.

Paul Green (pictured left) played for rugby union for a short time, but only in rugby league will match, then in coaching. Many in rugby league circles were shocked on Thursday after his sudden death aged 49. Green's triumphs were consistent whether you're looking for the prestigious Rothmans medal in 1995 or the NRL premiership with the Cowboys.