Stokes concedes other teams are decoding Bazball
Ben Stokes has pledged to fight for "very, very, very good coach" Brendon McCullum as other teams begin to decode his 'Bazball' tactics.
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Smith, Starc come to defence of George Bailey
Mitchell Starc and Steve Smith have pointed at Australia's success during George Bailey's time as chief selector, dismissing criticism of him during the Ashes.
‘It’s perfect’: Tasmanian shines with time trial win
Young Tasmanian Felicity Wilson-Haffenden overcame a crash in training to win her first Australian senior time trial championship.
Vine, rising star claim time trials at road nationals
Jay Vine has dominated the men's event and Felicity Wilson-Haffenden has upset reigning champion Brodie Chapman to claim the Australian elite time trial crowns.
Brave Hijikata last Aussie to fall in Brisbane
Rinky Hijikata's three-set loss to big-serving Frenchman Giovanni Mpetshi Perricard means there are no Australians left in the Brisbane International singles.
Battling Bullets to be without injured stars for weeks
NBL bottom-team Brisbane have been given more bad injury news, with Javon Freeman-Liberty and Sam McDaniel set for extended stints on the sidelines.
Big Nelson planning to get nasty in boxing debut
Nelson Asofa-Solomona says Jeremy Latimore is delusional if the former NRL journeyman believes he can topple the former Melbourne Storm man mountain.
Player ratings tell tale of England’s Ashes woes
Less than half of England's touring party have been granted pass marks for their Ashes series after surrendering the urn in 11 days and being beaten 4-1.
Who fired and who flopped? Aussie Ashes player ratings
A look at how Australia's players fared in their 4-1 Ashes series triumph over England.
‘It’s insane’: Sabalenka unloads on WTA over schedule
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka cruised into the Brisbane International quarter-finals before taking aim at the WTA over the length of the season.
Zerafa ready to make his own history in Tszyu showdown
Michael Zerafa says he's planning to finish his long-running feud with the Tszyu brothers with a bang by knocking out Nikita in their Brisbane battle.
The forgotten Lion coach backs to shine
Brisbane are chasing a three-peat and coach Chris Fagan believes Keidean Coleman and other players who missed out on flags through injury can be pivotal.
Lions coach unsure where Neale’s long-term future lies
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan won't stand in the way of Lachie Neale if the former co-captain chooses to depart at season's end.
Phoenix land Kiwi international, WSW farewell defender
Wellington have landed a Kiwi international to strengthen their defence while a Western Sydney defender has secured an overseas move.
‘Almost a miracle’ as cricket great Martyn returns home
Australian Test cricket legend Damien Martyn has been released from a Gold Coast hospital after awakening from his induced coma.
‘Move on’: Capitals focus on finals even without stars
The UC Capitals and the Geelong Venom are missing some of their biggest WNBL stars, while New Zealand representatives have an opportunity to shine.
Wildcard debate: Wawrinka hopes for injury-free Kyrgios
Retiring veteran Stan Wawrinka was all class when discussing the wildcard debate surrounding Nick Kyrgios, putting aside the pair's acrimonious past.
Bucket list item still looms after Ashes domination
Australia have produced one of the most impressive series wins of the Andrew McDonald era in the home Ashes, but the lure of 2027 still looms large.
Chapman, Plapp aim to continue local time trial reigns
Defending champions Brodie Chapman and Luke Plapp will be the riders to beat in the elite time trials at the Australian road cycling nationals.
Melbourne coach ‘realistic’ about horror NBL slide
Melbourne United's shock loss to Cairns was the seventh defeat in their past nine games, throwing huge doubt over their NBL title credentials.
Special Ks downed but crowd get their money’s worth
In what was a rollercoaster ride, Nick Kyrgios and Thanasi Kokkinakis have suffered a heartbreaking doubles defeat at the Brisbane International.
Lee back to haunt United as Cairns pinch NBL thriller
Chris Goulding had a season-high 27 points for Melbourne United but couldn't drag them over the line in a surprise NBL loss to the struggling Cairns Taipans.
Triple threat: Webster turns SCG Test on its head
Australia are facing an intriguing final-day chase in the fifth Ashes Test after England went to stumps on day four at 8-302, with a lead of 119 runs.
Aussie teen targets top 100 after Brisbane breakthrough
Emerson Jones, just 17, will take confidence into the Australian Open after a brave loss to world No.17 Liudmila Samsonova at the Brisbane International.
‘I look up to Caleb’: Welsford’s new contract advice
Sam Welsford, one of the drawcards at this week's Australian road cycling championships, has thanked fellow sprinter Caleb Ewan for advice on his new contract.
Medvedev credits coaches as he serves it up in Brisbane
Daniil Medvedev has continued an impressive build up to the Australian Open with a straight-sets win over Frances Tiafoe at the Brisbane International.
Dolphins skipper back ‘in love’ after torrid years
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert doubted his NRL future after three serious injuries in three years but will start the 2026 season after a brave recovery.
Perth add most experienced name to roster with Curran
Canterbury forward Josh Curran has signed a three-year deal with Perth, becoming the first 100-game NRL player to join the new franchise.
De Minaur reveals reasoning for ‘brutal’ Davis Cup call
Australia's soon-to-be world No.5 Alex de Minaur has detailed the reasons behind the toughest decision of his professional tennis career.
Bethell staving off Australia’s push to finish Ashes
England's batters have fought back on the fourth day at the SCG to go to tea at 3-174, but they still trail Australia by nine runs in the fifth Test.
Geelong stun Townsville to snap nine-game losing streak
The last-placed Geelong Venom have produced a major upset by defeating title favourites Townsville Fire as Mackenzie Holmes and Shyla Heal hit top gear.