Michael Cheika
Michael Cheika is an Australian rugby union coach and former player, celebrated for his dynamic coaching style and leadership. He gained prominence as the head coach of the Australian national team, leading them to the 2015 Rugby World Cup final. Cheika's coaching career also includes stints with various clubs and national teams, making him a sought-after candidate for coaching roles, including potential opportunities with Wales.
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Michael Cheika's turbulent time as Wallabies coach ended as Dave Rennie took over.
All Blacks coach: Charting the rise of Dave Rennie and Jamie Joseph
New Zealand· 2026-03-03
Cheika gets the clipboard after removing the monkey off the back with the Waratahs’ title win in 2014.
The NSW Waratahs dream team
Australia· 2026-02-13
Michael Cheika is another former Australian rugby coach referenced for his coaching style.
Inside the exit of All Blacks coach Scott Robertson: New details of how and why a dream role unravelled in one of the world’s most storied sports teamsNew Zealand· 2026-02-06
Michael Cheika is mentioned as the former coach from whom Dave Rennie took over.
Next All Blacks coach: Jamie Joseph and Dave Rennie emerge as only real contenders – Gregor PaulNew Zealand· 2026-02-03
Michael Cheika provided critical feedback to the author about their performance.
Picking provincial teams should be based on merit rather than reputation – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-12-24
Michael Cheika had a 40 per cent win rate in 2016, losing nine of 15 Tests.
Australian media show displeasure at Ireland defeat – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-11-16
Michael Cheika rebuilt Leinster with a focus on attitude and mindset.
Munster prove mindset can still decide matches – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-10-22
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is poised to replace Holbrook as an assistant at the Roosters.
New Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook believes combination of Dylan Brown and defence will turn around KnightsAustralia· 2025-09-15
Michael Cheika is described as a winner with an unbelievable winning mentality.
Argentina coach learned from NRL legend Andrew Johns via Michael CheikaAustralia· 2025-09-06
Former Argentina coach Michael Cheika revealed that the Argentinians sometimes struggled to believe how good they were.
Wallabies shouild retain James O’Connor at five-eighth for Test against ArgentinaAustralia· 2025-08-31
Michael Cheika was the coach when Tomás Albornoz made his debut for Los Pumas.
Tomás Albornoz se pierde la gira contra Australia por el Rugby Championship
Argentina· 2025-08-24
Michael Cheika positioned Carreras as the team's opener and led the team during the World Cup.
reemplazó a Albornoz por lesión y fue clave ante los All BlacksArgentina· 2025-08-24
Michael Cheika has enjoyed watching Adam Doueihi in action for the Tigers.
Wests Tigers offer Adam Doueihi new two-year dealAustralia· 2025-08-04
Michael Cheika was the Wallabies coach who took the team to train at Penrith and interacted with young Joseph Suaalii.
The day Joseph Suaalii, 14, trained with the Wallabies. It began his path to the LionsAustralia· 2025-07-18
Michael Cheika guided Los Pumas to the semi-finals in France.
Wily old fox Joe Schmidt likely to have plenty up his sleeve for Lions Tests – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-08
Michael Cheika was in charge of the Waratahs when Johnny Sexton and the Lions were agitated by attempts to rough up the Irish outhalf.
Lions roll on to Sydney where a Waratahs upset seems unlikely – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-07-05
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika said last month he’d been stunned to see the level of attacking skill in the Premiership while coaching Leicester.
Data shows why run-and-gun Lions are a different beastAustralia· 2025-07-01
Michael Cheika had a legendary sideline blow-up during the Premiership final.
Lions can’t afford to be infected by Irish rugby’s sense of entitlement against resurgent Australia – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Mick Byrne is a former assistant to Michael Cheika.
Australia squad thin on playmakers may come back to bite Joe Schmidt – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-20
Michael Cheika was livid about the decision involving Dan Cole.
Rugby players seem to think they can interrogate referees. It needs to stop – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-17
Michael Cheika was critical of match officials after narrowly losing the Premiership final.
The hard questions needed to be asked about Super RugbyAustralia· 2025-06-15
Michael Cheika has guided Leicester into the final of the English Premiership.
Why Stephen Larkham got it right in the Super Rugby finalsAustralia· 2025-06-08
Michael Cheika could prove himself as one of the world’s best rugby coaches by delivering Leicester an English Premiership title.
Cheika on trophies, Aussie snubs and a future in leagueAustralia· 2025-06-06
Michael Cheika is referenced in the context of coaching tenures in France.
Stuart Lancaster quite the coup for Connacht and IRFU – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-06-03
Michael Cheika has Leicester challenging for the league crown in his one season in charge.
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United Kingdom· 2025-05-17
Michael Cheika took the Wallabies to the World Cup final not even 10 months after starting in the job.
Rugby Australia appoints Les Kiss, questions World Cup cycle traditionNew Zealand· 2025-05-02Michael Cheika was spoken to regarding the coaching position.
An extra year under Schmidt is gold for the Wallabies. But will Kiss be ready for the World Cup?Australia· 2025-04-30
Michael Cheika emphasized the value of persistence and character in achieving success.
Leinster can look to Rory McIlroy, Munster need reinforcements – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-04-16
Michael Cheika successfully managed both Waratahs and Wallabies duties in 2014.
‘Workaholic’ Kiss backed to emulate Cheika and juggle Reds and Wallabies jobsAustralia· 2025-04-10
That isn’t great news for Michael Cheika, a proven winner but also a strongman.
The next Wallabies coach is a mystery, and the current one is on a vow of silenceAustralia· 2025-04-01
