Boland back to bowling best for Gabba after ‘off day’
Scott Boland was unhappy with his first-innings display in Perth but bounced back in the second and is now set to inflict more grief on England at the Gabba.
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‘A huge difference’: Kerr plots Matildas cup glory
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is heartened by her influential outing in a win over New Zealand, but says the best should come in the Asian Cup in March.
Devine masterclass inspires Scorchers to down Renegades
Perth captain Sophie Devine has smashed 40 and grabbed four wickets in the Scorchers' comfortable 30-run WBBL win against the Melbourne Renegades.
Khawaja out of second Ashes Test and into the unknown
Beleaguered opener Usman Khawaja is out of the second Ashes Test due to the back injury that afflicted him in Perth.
‘Put a helmet on next time’: Poms learn scooter lesson
England's players will be more safety conscious on any future e-scooter rides after a handful were photographed without helmets in Brisbane.
‘Annoyed’ Pope vows to learn lessons for Gabba riposte
England batter Ollie Pope has his sights on rectifying a flaw that has emerged in his limited Tests against Australia as he chases a big score at the Gabba.
Herbert hopeful practice makes for perfect Open
Leading into the final round in 2024, Lucas Herbert feels like the Australian Open is the one that got away with the LIV Golf star single-focused this year.
Nerves jangling ahead of do or die stadium vote
The future of a contentious stadium and an AFL licence will be decided during a parliamentary debate that could stretch over days.
Sorry, Joe: CA confirms Ashes day-nighter here to stay
Cricket Australia is planning for future home Ashes series to feature day-night Tests, despite questions from Joe Root as to its place on the calendar.
Frustrated Smith feels on the cusp of golf breakthrough
Cameron Smith believes he still has the game to win his first Australian Open title, but needs to tame his mental demons to overcome his current form slump.
Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners
The NRL are monitoring the Wests Tigers' situation, after chairman Barry O'Farrell was one of four independent directors removed by the club's owners.
Aussie golf stars praise Open’s return to traditions
Cameron Smith and Adam Scott feel the Australian Open has regained its lustre after dumping the dual-gender format in favour of a traditional tournament.
Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings
Former Canterbury halfback Toby Sexton and Englishman Harry Newman have officially become the Perth Bears' first two NRL signings for their 2027 entry.
Unwanted history looms for Archer against Smith
The battle between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith continues at the Gabba, but England's paceman has 0-96 from the 189 balls he has bowled at the Australian.
Matildas outclass NZ with Kerr on song in home cameo
The Matildas have downed New Zealand 2-0 in their friendly in Adelaide, with captain Sam Kerr showing promising signs in her first home match for two years.
England have ‘massive confidence’ for Gabba Test
Despite a huge loss in the series opener, England's Brydon Carse says the tourists have reason for confidence heading into the second Ashes Test.
‘Unique’: WNBL unveils ninth team’s name and logo
The Tasmania Jewels will become the ninth WNBL side, with the brand paying homage to a tiny creature and the state's landscape.
Bulldogs’ top AFLW draft pick wants to join Kangaroos
North Melbourne's domination of the AFLW is set to be given another boost, with a No.1 draft pick confirming she wants to head to North.
Concussion forces Manly’s Croker into early retirement
Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into retirement by concussion, with the 28-year-old set to begin a coaching career at the club.
‘A bit disappointing’: new Crow on Lions trade impasse
Callum Ah Chee says being forced into the pre-season draft to move from Brisbane to Adelaide wasn't ideal after a trade stalemate between the AFL clubs.
Why Labuschagne won’t give Khawaja advice amid scrutiny
As the previous Australian batter to find his place in the Test side under scrutiny, Marnus Labuschagne knows how Usman Khawaja is feeling.
New Cat Buckley still dreams of top AFL coaching job
The dream of being an AFL head coach again still burns for former Collingwood mentor Nathan Buckley, and drove his call to accept an assistant role at Geelong.
Ex-NBA player joins Bullets as Adams’ replacement
The Brisbane Bullets have found their replacement for former NBL MVP Jaylen Adams, who left the club early in his deal.
Lions keep focus narrow as AFL pre-season starts
Brisbane captain Harris Andrews said the last thing on his mind as he started pre-season training on Monday was the motivation of trying for a three-peat.
What won’t sway Socceroos boss in Cup selection race
The World Cup finals draw is near and the race for Socceroos selection is heating up, with only a handful of locks in the squad.
Rival’s ironic approach that’s earned Opetaia’s respect
While most rivals have gone to great lengths to avoid him, Jai Opetaia's next target has done the opposite, rejecting a $160,000 offer not to fight the Aussie.
Jones, Duckworth nab Australian Open wildcards
Teenage sensation Emerson Jones and veteran James Duckworth have been awarded wildcards into next month's Australian Open at Melbourne Park.
Leishman turning back clock as McIlroy-mania awaits
Rory McIlroy's much-hyped Australian Open return will allow Marc Leishman, in the form of his life, some respite as he chases an elusive home-soil title.
Aussie high jumper soars to rare World Athletics award
Nicola Olyslagers is the World Athletics female field event athlete of the year, while Aussie broadcast legend Bruce McAvaney has also been honoured in Monaco.
Piastri speechless at McLaren error as title hopes dive
The F1 title race will go to the wire after Max Verstappen won the Qatar GP, a McLaren strategy error allowing him to overtake Oscar Piastri in the standings.
Mostert’s title triumph offers new Supercars blueprint
Claiming a maiden Supercars title amid controversy, Chaz Mostert's bold finals strategy with Walkinshaw Andretti United has set the tone for future titles.