CA to speak with Khawaja over Perth pitch criticism
Usman Khawaja could face a sanction for labelling the Perth pitch a "piece of shit", with Cricket Australia understood to be disappointed by the remarks.
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‘It was like a cow pat’: Suncorp Stadium cops a roast
Suncorp Stadium's pitch has been slammed by Melbourne Victory coach Arthur Diles, who reckoned it was like a "cow pat" for their A-league Men loss at Brisbane.
Old Master offers hope as Smith searches for old self
Adam Scott has attempted to chart a path out of the hole that Cameron Smith finds himself in after the former major winner missed a seventh-straight cut.
‘Nice to be back’: Piastri grabs pole for Qatar sprint
Aussie ace Oscar Piastri has enjoyed a fine start to a potentially decisive Qatar Grand Prix weekend, grabbing pole for the sprint race with Lando Norris third.
Rain robs Thunder of WBBL win in controversial call
The Sydney Thunder were three runs shy of a WBBL win over the Strikers when play was called off by umpires due to rain in Adelaide.
Blowtorch on Victory coach after loss to battling Roar
All-in push-and-shoves and a late red card for stomping was all part of the drama in Brisbane Roar's 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory.
Matildas belt NZ for biggest win under Montemurro
The Matildas have registered a huge win over New Zealand in their penultimate game before next year's home Asian Cup.
‘Like job’s on line every week’: Davis in Tour reset
Cam Davis's realisation that he'd been "playing not to lose his card" prompted a mindset shift that has him in contention for another major Australian title.
R360 threat over with NRL ready to welcome back stars
Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen will be able to return to the NRL if they wish, after rebel rugby competition R360's launch was abandoned until at least 2028.
Lee cooking with company as ’23 repeat beckons
Min Woo Lee has made just his second bogey of the tournament to sit two back from outright leader Kazuma Korobi, while childhood mate Marco Penge made his move.
Khawaja on the mend, won’t need jab to play Gabba Test
Usman Khawaja has revealed he was set to have an epidural in order to bat on the third day in Perth, but says painkillers won't be needed to play at the Gabba.
‘It was a shock’: Cox opens up on Magpies exit
New Fremantle recruit Mason Cox is excited about his upcoming chapter at the Dockers, but he hasn't quite gotten closure on his exit from Collingwood.
AFLW have-nots receive league boost on grand final eve
Three of the AFLW's worst-performing clubs will receive boosts to their lists, with the help announced the day before the grand final.
‘Confused’ Smith’s 75 seals seventh straight missed cut
Cameron Smith crumbled in a second-round 75 to miss a seventh straight cut as Min Woo Lee and Marc Leishman made moves at the Australian PGA Championship.
Lose toss, chase is best England hope at Gabba: Vaughan
Michael Vaughan insists England can win at the Gabba in the second Test, but says defying history in day-night games and chasing presents their best hope.
‘Really difficult’: Crocker opens up on selection call
Just because Mia King was at long odds to force an AFLW grand final recall doesn't mean it was an easy decision for North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker.
Title town: Lions tap into Broncos’ success in flag bid
The Brisbane Lions have a secret weapon in their bid to confirm the Queensland capital as football's "title town" with victory in the AFLW grand final.
Kangaroos hold hope for future AFLW grand final shift
Ikon Park will host this year's AFLW grand final but North Melbourne's captain and coach would love to see Marvel Stadium packed out for future season deciders.
‘Tough, resilient’ Lions enjoy grand final underdog tag
The Brisbane Lions enter their seventh AFLW grand final in 10 seasons as the underdogs against a rampaging North Melbourne side on a 26-game winning streak.
Mostert just ‘trying to survive’ in Supercars decider
With little margin for error, championship hopeful Chaz Mostert admits he was just trying to survive a wet and wild opening race at the Supercars grand final.
Fresh start: what Titans coach said to playmaker Ilias
Lachlan Ilias has seen the highs and lows of the NRL but, after a chat with his new coach, the playmaker is bullish about reaching his potential at the Titans.
Cummins left out for Gabba, but good news for Khawaja
Pat Cummins is yet to be cleared to return from his back injury for the second Ashes Test, but Usman Khawaja is a chance to overcome his and play at the Gabba.
Strike centre given new Roosters deal after superb 2025
The Sydney Roosters have re-signed one of the NRL's best young talents until the end of 2029, making him a key figure in the evolution of their backline.
Rain clogs Aussie PGA field as stars wait to chase
Adam Scott, Cameron Smith and Min Woo Lee are among those likely to chase early pace-setter Sebastian Garcia in second-round Australian PGA action.
‘The answer is no’: Piastri won’t hand Norris the crown
The F1 title is now a long shot for Oscar Piastri but he won't help teammate and favourite Lando Norris in Qatar while he still believes he has a chance.
‘This baby’s mine’: how Gale manifested $300k ace
Daniel Gale was a grateful winner of a car worth nearly $300,000 thanks to an ace that helped him to outright second to begin the Australian PGA Championship.
Doggett will ‘be ready’ for Gabba Test as Cummins looms
Paceman Brendan Doggett is unsure whether he will play in the day-night Test at the Gabba but has guaranteed he will be ready to fire if Pat Cummins is absent.
Wanderers ready for Joe Lolley threat in Sydney derby
Looking to finally jump start their season, Western Sydney defender Alex Gersbach says he's ready to contain the A-League Men's most in-form player.
Marnus finds ‘second phase mojo’, best to come: coach
Marnus Labuschagne's batting coach Neil D'Costa explains how his pupil rediscovered his batting DNA and is now ready to enter another rich vein of Test form.
Sam Kerr to make final call on Matildas minutes
After missing Chelsea's last two games, Sam Kerr will determine how many minutes she will play in the Matildas' clashes against New Zealand.
‘Let’s do it’: master caddie clears Quayle’s mind
Anthony Quayle's first day on the job with master caddie Steve Williams at the Australian PGA Championship wasn't quite what he expected.