Son of Wallabies gun eyes Lions family history
Wallabies playmaker Tom Lynagh is jostling with his former mentor James O'Connor for a chance to make Australian rugby history and face the touring Lions.
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Newcastle Knights players unaware of key duo departing
While rumours are buzzing about coach Adam O'Brien being sacked and skipper Kalyn Ponga switching codes, Newcastle players say they haven't been told anything.
‘Crazy stuff’: AC/DC help Wallabies power up
The Wallabies have turned to some Aussie music greats as they brace for the "crazy stuff" that will come their way in Brisbane's Lions Test series opener.
Socceroos door open for Irankunda as English move looms
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic is playing the waiting game with teen sensation Nestory Irankunda, who is set for a move from Bayern Munich to Watford.
‘We’ve fought back’: why things are different for Suns
Ben King expects Gold Coast to show they belong when they play the AFL's top three sides over the next three weeks, beginning with flag favourites Collingwood.
Wallaroos include another teen in World Cup build-up
Another teenager in 17-year-old Waiaria Ellis will make her Wallaroos rugby debut in a daunting Test match against New Zealand, who Australia have never beaten.
Dearden a big-stage star, but won’t chase No.7 Test job
Tom Dearden had a career-best night in Queensland's State of Origin decider win, but says it shouldn't catapult him into contention for Australia's No.7 jersey.
Hawks tread carefully with son of a gun’s future
Cooper Hodge, the son of Hawthorn great Luke Hodge, is eligible to join the Hawks or Brisbane through next year's AFL national draft.
Dolphins rest Hammer, have fullback option for Sharks
The Dolphins have named Trai Fuller for his first NRL game in 2025, replacing Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow against Cronulla and also featuring a new-look halves pairing.
Ciraldo takes aim at ‘ridiculous’ Galvin commentary
Cameron Ciraldo has launched an impassioned defence of Lachlan Galvin, comparing the ongoing commentary around him to reality TV.
Penrith wait on Martin’s hand as clubs ponder big calls
Penrith have decisions to make on the availability of two of their State of Origin stars, as clubs make calls across the competition ahead of round 19.
Magpies member banned for five years over Voss threat
The AFL, the MCG and Collingwood have punished an unnamed Magpies member who sent a threatening message about Carlton coach Michael Voss.
Let’s light a fire in Lions camp: AUSNZ coach
The coach of a combined Australian and New Zealand invitational team wants to put a proverbial spanner in the works of the British and Irish Lions.
Giants, Cats regain stars for huge AFL clash
GWS and Geelong have both added firepower for their high-stakes AFL encounter, while Hawthorn made a surprise selection call for a meeting with Fremantle.
Bulldogs hold off Tigers for second straight NRLW win
NRLW debutants Canterbury have withstood a fast-finishing Wests Tigers to stay undefeated after two rounds.
No mercy from Lions as Carlton’s woes continue
The Brisbane Lions have continued their push for a top-two finish and twisted the knife in Carlton with a comprehensive victory at Marvel Stadium.
Anisimova and Swiatek will battle for Wimbledon crown
Amanda Anisimova will face Iga Swiatek in the Wimbledon final after they reached their showdown in hugely contrasting fashion on Centre Court.
‘Happy vibes’: Aussie golf aces fire at women’s major
Gabi Ruffels and Grace Kim have upstaged superstar fellow Aussie Minjee Lee to nab a share of the first-round lead at women's golf's fourth major of 2025.
Voss admits TDK ‘challenged’ as Blues fans jeer star
Tom De Koning is attracting the wrong sort of attention from some Carlton fans as he struggles for on-field impact, with a huge off-field decision to make.
Lions gutted as Answerth suffers season-ending injury
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has expressed his disappointment after popular team man Noah Answerth suffered a season-ending injury in the win over Carlton.
‘That one was for Stevie’: How Munster inspired Maroons
Queensland players have revealed how they channelled grief into a magnificent display for Cameron Munster after the death of his father.
Voss calls for ball-ups after AFL umpire collisions
Carlton coach Michael Voss says he has a simple solution to one aspect of player-umpire collisions, which are in focus after the league's crackdown last month.
SCG, MCG off the menu in WBBL fixture change up
The WBBL has returned to all its games being played at suburban venues in Melbourne and Sydney, with the stadium series removed from the east coast.
‘Epitome of courage’ – How Foran fought on for 17 years
Six years after Kieran Foran first flirted with the idea retiring due to a battered body, the veteran half has confirmed he will finish his career in 2025.
Western Bulldogs’ wish for superstar forward Darcy
Tactics used to defend star Western Bulldogs forward Sam Darcy have attracted the attention of football pundits.
Dual burning purpose fires AUSNZ against British Lions
British and Irish Lions coach Andy Farrell has summoned his son for the game against an Australian and New Zealand invitational team with two chief motivations.
Recalled playmaker looking to transfer Super success
Describing the Lions series as bigger than a World Cup, James O'Connor is vowing to share his Super success to help the Wallabies upset the touring side.
Cowboys coach makes two big Origin calls on Dearden
Tom Dearden is destined to one day captain the Maroons, according to Todd Payten, who compared the No.7's State of Origin performance with two absolute greats.
Supercars champion Kostecki gets ‘money off the back’
2023 Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki has won his first race for Shell V-Power Racing, converting from pole in Townsville.
Wallabies captain unclear as coach delays Lions call
The Wallabies skipper for the Lions series hasn't been revealed with coach Joe Schmidt saying he wants to be sure the leader will be playing in the first Test.
Blues onballer falls foul of umpire contact crackdown
Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra is the first casualty of the AFL's edict this month that warned of tribunal intervention for repeat umpire contact.