Murphy delves into Ashwin’s bag of tricks before Ashes
Australian spinner Todd Murphy has studied Ravichandran Ashwin closely, including his carrom ball and the intricacies of offspin bowling.
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Man guilty of manslaughter after heart attack death
Craig Anthony Leahey has been jailed for manslaughter after Lee Price died of a heart attack following a violent assault outside his home north of Brisbane.
Clarkson to remain away from North despite end of probe
Alastair Clarkson's leave of absence from North Melbourne will continue despite the AFL concluding the investigation into claims of racism at Hawthorn.
Wilson gets Super Rugby ‘reminder’ over ref comments
Super Rugby Pacific says a review found Reds flanker Harry Wilson's criticism of the referee over the handling of Connor Vest's injury to be incorrect.
Netball Australia committee to oversee new Super club
Netball Australia has set up a sub-committee to oversee selection of a new Super Netball club to replace Collingwood, who are quitting the competition.
All new cars should be electric by 2035 ‘at the latest’
Submissions to Australia's fuel-efficiency standard are calling for a bold air pollution limit for new cars and a quick transition to electric vehicles.
Sudanese army suspends talks over ceasefire
There are fears of fresh violence after talks about extending a shaky ceasefire in Sudan deteriorated.
Dairy farmers happy to milk profits but hurdles remain
High farmgate prices are driving positivity in the dairy industry but not all farmers share the optimism.
Australia warned war crime report could spark US action
The US had concerns some Australian soldiers may be prohibited from joint military operations as alleged war crimes could trigger a human rights law.
School shooting accused bailed despite prosecutor fears
A 15-year-old boy accused of firing multiple gunshots at a classroom in Western Australia allegedly told friends he was going to "shoot up the school".
Man jailed for father’s fatal shooting in home invasion
Te-Awa Mauratana Thompson has received a 10-year jail sentence after planning and executing a home invasion in which a 48-year-old father was fatally shot.
‘If I play on, I want to stay with Warriors’ – Johnson
Warriors halfback veteran Shaun Johnson has indicated he will only play with the Auckland-based club, if he plays at all, next NRL season.
AFL tribunal upholds Zorko, O’Meara suspensions
Brisbane's Dayne Zorko and Fremantle's Jaeger O'Meara will both sit out one match after their respective suspensions were upheld at the AFL tribunal.
Gilbert dislocates shoulder in Queensland’s Origin win
Queensland prop Tom Gilbert dislocated a shoulder and NSW star Tom Trbojevic was concussed during the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
Narkle, Poulter get AFL lifelines as Eagles take Maric
West Coast selected Ryan Maric with the top pick in the AFL mid-season draft, while Quinton Narkle and Caleb Poulter were given career lifelines.
Frizell no-try controversy for NSW in Origin
NSW forward Tyson Frizell was denied a try that Queensland assistant coach Cameron Smith felt should have been awarded in the State of Origin opener.
Kokkinakis outlasts Wawrinka in French Open epic
Thanasi Kokkinakis won the match of his life at the French Open, beating former champ Stan Wawrinka after fellow Aussies Storm Hunter and Jason Kubler lost.
Queensland strike Hammer blow in State of Origin opener
Queensland have defeated NSW 26-18 in the State of Origin opener at Adelaide Oval in front of 48,613 fans to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Burt joins Fagan in blasting Hawks racism investigation
Jason Burt, who was named in the report that sparked the ongoing Hawthorn racism saga, has slammed the allegations against him as awful and vile.
Slater’s bold Maroons selection calls vindicated
Queensland's decisions to select Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Reece Walsh were criticised but both players were brilliant in the Maroons' State of Origin I victory.
Wiegman names England squad for Women’s WC
Striker Bethany England will be playing for England in the Women's World Cup but other big names have been sidelined due to injury.
Wiegman names England squad for Women’s World Cup
Striker Bethany England will be playing for England in the Women's World Cup but a number of key soccer players have been sidelined due to injury.
Russia reports attacks on two oil refineries and town
Attacks on Russian territory have increased as Ukrainian forces say they are preparing a push to end Russia's invasion.
Cotter credits Qld’s ‘Cyclone’ plan for Origin heroics
Queensland forward Reuben Cotter shone for most of the 26-18 win over NSW in a position he'd never played before in club footy after his best mate was injured.
High stakes game for Fittler as NSW bid to save series
Brad Fittler gambled with his NSW team selection and now the Blues coach is going to have to go for broke to save the Origin series against Queensland.
Burt blasts Hawthorn racism saga, calls claims ‘vile’
Jason Burt says he and his family helped four ex-Hawthorn players who have made racism allegations against himself, Alastair Clarkson and Chris Fagan.
Big cities lead as property market rebound gathers pace
Home prices are surging again after a long period of interest rate-driven declines, although Perth is the only capital back at record highs.
Slater lauds Queensland spirit in famous Origin triumph
Coach Billy Slater is lauding the Queensland spirit, saying it underpinned a gripping 26-18 win against NSW in the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
Storm misses boat but proves she’s got singles quality
Storm Hunter got a hard lesson but believes her impressive performance in defeat to Elina Svitolina has shown she's more than just a doubles luminary.
‘World class’ Hamiso shuts down Turbo thanks to Hannay
Queensland centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says assistant coach Josh Hannay gave him the template to shut down Tom Trbojevic in a perfect defensive Origin display.
Carlton captain Cripps fires back at critics
Angry Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has taken aim at the media over "incorrect" reports following the Blues' latest disappointing defeat.