Lions’ Gatland gun leaves lasting mark on Bronco Ben
British and Irish Lions mentor Warren Gatland has been a guiding light in the coaching of Ben Te'o, who was in the Lions side on a famous tour of New Zealand.
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‘Got to be up for it’: Waugh declaration ahead of Test
With easily the worst record of the three traditional Lions' opponents, there is much at stake when the Wallabies begin the series in Brisbane.
Snubbed shooter Wallam thrown a lifeline by Diamonds
Donnell Wallam couldn't even land a contract with a Super Netball club this season, but she's back in the picture when it comes to the Australian Diamonds.
Johnson wins first Australian 10km world swim title
Moesha Johnson has won an historic gold medal and Kyle Lee claimed bronze in the 10km open water events at the world aquatics championships.
Gallen wins points verdict in hyped fight with SBW
Paul Gallen has scored a split points win over Sonny Bill Williams in their long-awaited heavyweight boxing bout that hardly lived up to the billing.
Cam Smith busting a gut to end frustrating year at Open
Australia's 2022 British Open champion Cam Smith is ready to turn round a "frustrating" season at Portrush after working feverishly to get back to winning ways.
Wallabies throw ‘psycho’ bolter to Lions for debut
A debutant Wallaby labelled a "psycho" has been tasked with filling the void left by injured ball-carrier Rob Valetini in the first Lions Test.
‘Own up’: Tszyu backs his corner after Fundora fiasco
Tim Tszyu has opted to keep the faith in his trusted corner after holding a heart-to-heart with his team following last year's loss to Sebastian Fundora.
Newcastle No.1 insists he’s committed to Knights
Kalyn Ponga has affirmed his commitment to Newcastle amid speculation the gun fullback could be lured to rugby union.
Lions brace for ‘daunting’ run home to AFL finals
Brisbane Lions face five top-eight rivals over the last six rounds, starting with the Western Bulldogs as they chase a top-two finish.
Daicos puzzle for Fly after Pies’ wake-up call
Craig McRae believes Josh Daicos could play anywhere and have an impact, but his hand might be forced as Collingwood seek to cover injuries against Fremantle.
Mitchell injury adds to ‘pressure’ on Souths coach
Wayne Bennett says the pressure on South Sydney is nothing he hasn't seen before in 40 years as coach, and an injury to Latrell Mitchell has just added to it .
Lions still looming large for free agent Oscar Allen
West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen is in the middle of a three-way tug of war, with Brisbane loom the strong favourite.
‘Of course’ Sandon Smith still part of Roosters’ plans
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has explained his decision to preference off-contract veteran Chad Townsend for an NRL recall over Sandon Smith.
Kangaroos make intentions clear on Magpie Jeremy Howe
Collingwood star Jeremy Howe is out of contract and facing an uncertain future, and it seems like North Melbourne aren't in the market for another veteran.
Business time as Farrell makes tough first Test calls
Eleven Irish players have been included in Andy Farrell's first Test team to face the Wallabies in Brisbane, but there was no room for son Owen.
I don’t mind it: Crows coach on heated post-game clash
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he has no issue with the post-game clash between his key forward and a star Gold Coast defender after their round-four game.
Hawthorn forward to make long-awaited AFL return
After 378 days sidelined by a serious knee injury, Hawthorn forward Mitch Lewis is finally back for the Hawks' battle with Port Adelaide on Saturday.
Dolphins back in NRL eight after blitzing Cowboys
The Dolphins put North Queensland to the sword 43-24 with a brilliant attacking display inspired by five-eighth Jake Averillo.
Stringer runs riot to help GWS smash his former club
GWS have cruised to a fifth straight win, taking care of injury-hit Essendon by 48 points in front of a sparse crowd of 20,347 at Marvel Stadium.
Aussie Open crew playing catch-up after Smith shocker
Cameron Smith smacked one of the worst tee shots of his major career - a fitting launch of an underwhelming day for Australia's Open Championship battalion.
Stringer threatens to be finals wildcard for GWS
With seven goals in his last two games, Jake Stringer is becoming an attacking and defensive weapon for a GWS unit eyeing a maiden AFL premiership.
‘If not now, when?’: Lynagh ready for Lions hot seat
He's played just three Tests and never started, but Tom Lynagh is the man tasked with directing traffic at No.10 to begin the Lions series.
‘A matter of time’: NRL great’s plea amid health battle
NRL legend Royce Simmons has issued a call to arms as he prepares to embark on his fourth annual "Big Walk" to raise money for dementia research.
Protect the father-son rule, Carlton’s Voss says
After securing talented teen Cody Walker, Carlton coach Michael Voss has staunchly defended the AFL's divisive father-son rule.
High-flying Swans ready to give it all to play finals
Sydney must be flawless as they face a bout of early elimination finals in their run to September, and Justin McInerney says they're up for the fight.
Data shows real impact of Trbojevic’s centre move
Tom Trbojevic's shift to right centre has done wonders for Manly's left edge, but a real litmus test now looms for the Sea Eagles and the attacking switch.
‘You’re not Superman’: Tszyu’s stinging Fundora sledge
Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu has outlined his plan to exact revenge in his super-welterweight world-title rematch with American Sebastian Fundora.
Aussie-born Lions ‘freak’ in way of Wallaby trump card
A Wallabies star and Australian-born Lion will wage war in the midfield at Suncorp Stadium in a battle that could ignite the Lions Test series.
Suns chasing slice of Adelaide history in crunch clash
Gold Coast have never won at Adelaide Oval and will have to overcome the loss of star midfielder Touk Miller against red-hot Adelaide on Sunday.
Hard lessons just the tonic for stumbling NSW Swifts
The NSW Swifts enter the Super Netball finals on the back of four losses in six, so why are they confident they can topple minor premiers West Coast Fever?