Labuschagne faces another defining moment at Lord’s
Promoted to open for the first time, Marnus Labuschagne will be hoping a return to Lord's will snap him into form in the World Test Championship final.
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Socceroos Duke it out to seal direct World Cup berth
The Socceroos have beaten Saudi Arabia 2-1 in Jeddah to book direct qualification to next year's World Cup finals and can now get stuck into early preparations.
Utoikamanu moves to make Origin mark after 2023 tease
Stefano Utoikamanu has spent two years thinking about the fact he was teased by 12 minutes of State of Origin. A move to Melbourne helped earn a second shot.
Nose full of turmeric put tough Mann on Maroons path
Queensland utility Kurt Mann will become the Maroons' second oldest debutant, and his legendary toughness has its roots in a broken nose he once played with.
‘Squeeze the lemon’ – Hawks out to consolidate
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says it's important to focus on what works and build on that as they face another big test against Adelaide.
Darcy given green light for Dogs’ clash with Saints
Rising superstar Sam Darcy's return from a knee injury will give the Western Bulldogs a huge boost in attack for their AFL clash with St Kilda.
‘I won’t flinch’ – Sharks coach seeks derby turnaround
Coming off two heavy losses, Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says he's learning from the past to help the Sharks return to their consistent best.
‘I’ll be 100 per cent’: Suaalii’s huge Wallabies boost
Code-hopping superstar Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is promising to be back to full fitness for the Wallabies' Lions series after recovering from a broken jaw.
Maroons star’s damning stat that NSW ‘don’t care about’
Recalled Queensland veteran Kurt Capewell has missed 75 tackles in the NRL this year, more than any other player, but he explained why he is not concerned.
Kiraz called in as Blues star sidelined from training
NSW winger Brian To'o has been sidelined from training in the lead-up to State of Origin II after reporting hamstring soreness.
Angus Crichton calls out Maroons’ team-list mind games
NSW second-rower Angus Crichton has vowed to make Tom Dearden's first match in the Queensland No.7 jersey a nightmare, while accusing the Maroons of mind games.
How Galvin won Bulldogs players over in private meeting
Canterbury skipper Stephen Crichton has revealed how Bulldogs players held a private meeting with Lachlan Galvin after his fallout with Wests Tigers.
‘Oh, man!’ – Proteas ruing crucial miss in WTC final
South Africa had Australia on the ropes on day one of the World Test Championship final, before a non-referral crucially swung the momentum at Lord's.
Olympic swim champ issues blunt warning to rivals
One Australian Olympic gold medallist has delivered a blunt warning to his swimming rivals, while another admits her plan to have fun isn't yet working.
Rampaging Rabbitoh realistic about Origin selection
South Sydney forward Keaon Koloamatangi is in barnstorming form in clubland, but knows breaking into the dominant Blues forward pack is easier said than done.
‘It’s personal’: Maroons enforcer will rip into Haas
Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has vowed to fire up and ensure the battle up front with Payne Haas is won as he targets a form reversal in Perth.
Veteran Socceroo up for World Cup fight
Martin Boyle knows all about World Cup heartbreak and with spots at a premium in 2026, the veteran Socceroo is ready to fight for his place.
Demons roll dice with Pickett’s seven-year deal
Livewire Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett has become the longest-contracted player in the AFL after rejecting the lure of a Western Australia homecoming.
Dolphins prosper through dire times thanks to Woolf man
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has been hailed as the glue that kept the side's NRL campaign on track after a winless first month and injuries to key men.
Ex-Wallabies star Genia makes surprise call at 37
Former Wallabies captain Will Genia is weighing up his future after finishing up a six-year stint in Japanese rugby and is open to offers.
AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role
Sydney administrator Tom Harley looms as the AFL's next boss after being appointed as chief executive Andrew Dillon's second-in-command.
Luai answers Blues’ SOS call for State of Origin II
Jarome Luai has arrived in NSW's State of Origin camp only hours after an injury struck down one of the team's most crucial players.
Ashcroft’s approach to overcoming Lions’ late wobbles
The Brisbane Lions, now battling their own fourth-quarter issues, haven't watched a replay of last year's remarkable semi-final comeback defeat of GWS.
Lions ‘heartbeat’ back as Giants sweat on skipper
Brisbane's Brandon Starcevich and Melbourne's Jack Viney are both set to return to AFL action after extended stints on the sidelines because of concussion.
Tupou set to fire up and tame the Lions, say Wallabies
Taniela Tupou's teammates are tipping the powerhouse prop to hit top gear during the Wallabies' three-Test series against the touring British and Irish Lions.
Dropped DCE has little to prove, but data says Manly do
Manly's Jekyll-and-Hyde status is rammed home by their away form against low-ranked teams since August 2024. They must overturn the trend on the Gold Coast.
To’o backed to be fit but Blues keep Kiraz on stand-by
Jacob Kiraz will remain on stand-by for State of Origin II as NSW winger Brian To'o tries to beat a hamstring injury.
Fiji set to challenge Wallabies before Lions series
Fiji have named a formidable squad for a Test against the Wallabies next month in Newcastle.
Setback for Sydney Roosters gun as comeback delayed
Sam Walker is expected to miss the round-15 clash against Newcastle after going down with injury at Sydney Roosters training.
Crows coach laments ‘unfair’ report involving veteran
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he has checked in with Taylor Walker and expressed pride in him in the wake of an "unfair" report.
Up to Australia’s bowlers again in WTC title defence
South Africa will need to post the biggest total of the match to successfully chase down Australia's target in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.