Aussies face 1970s-like depletion for Champions Trophy
Not since the days of World Series Cricket have Australia taken such an undermanned pace attack to a global event, leaving them with a tough Champions Trophy.
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The brain hacks helping Wallabies star drive Reds’ rise
Wallabies star Fraser McReight has tapped into the power of visualisation and other brain hacks as he attempts to lift the Reds to Super Rugby Pacific glory.
Katoa injured as Sharks play down Hynes pressure
Cameron McInnes says there are no added expectations of Nicho Hynes as Cronulla prepare to play under the neon lights of Las Vegas against Penrith.
Kerr captaincy discussion ‘irrelevant’ for Sermanni
Tom Sermanni insists discussions surrounding whether Sam Kerr will retain the Matildas captaincy is "irrelevant" as he may not be around when she returns.
Mitchell to miss first six rounds with hamstring tear
South Sydney's horror summer has continued, with Latrell Mitchell facing a two-month fightback from a hamstring injury and Cameron Murray sidelined long term.
New era begins for Supercars in championship race
A new chapter in Supercars will begin at the Sydney 500, with a revamped format and a finals series hoped to breathe new life into the sport.
Dan McKellar not publicly lobbying for Wallabies job
NSW Waratahs mentor and former Wallabies assistant Dan McKellar says he doesn't expect to be offered the Australian team coaching job to replace Joe Schmidt.
Phoenix import Walton firms for NBL Playoffs return
Derrick Walton Jnr is edging closer to returning from a high-grade hamstring injury for South East Melbourne's NBL Playoffs series against the Illawarra Hawks.
Hawks expect Days and Kell back, Harry Froling pops in
The Illawarra Hawks have welcomed Harry Froling to training, with Trey Kell III and Darius Days both expected back from injury for the NBL playoffs.
WA thrash Queensland to rise from foot of Shield ladder
Reigning champions Western Australia have climbed off the bottom of the Sheffield Shield ladder by downing Queensland by an innings and 12 runs at The Gabba.
Birrell to lead Australia’s Billie-Jean King Cup charge
New national No.1 Kim Birrell is the first player to be picked for Australia's hosting of Billie-Jean King Cup qualifying ties against Kazakhstan and Colombia.
Bulldogs’ Jacob Kiraz sidelined indefinitely
Canterbury winger Jacob Kiraz has been sidelined by a back injury that has prevented him from training this pre-season.
Flood of troubles continues for shuttered Art Museum
It's unknown when, or if, Brisbane's QUT Art Museum will reopen its doors after flood damage and a decision to nix its 2025 exhibition program.
Matildas ‘can’t wait’ for acquitted Kerr to be back
Matildas player Ellie Carpenter is throwing her arms around Sam Kerr as the Australian captain nears a return to full fitness.
Canberra Raiders earmark Pattie as long-term hooker
Canberra have re-signed up-and-coming hooker Owen Pattie, as Tyrone Munro and Brodie Jones ink new NRL deals of their own.
Papali’i ready to rebound with Panthers after ‘plateau’
Isaiah Papali'i has admitted his career stalled at the Wests Tigers, but says he's feeling more physically fit and mentally locked at Penrith.
Injured Crow Michalanney to miss rest of AFL pre-season
Adelaide hope defender Max Michalanney will return for round one of the AFL's premiership season after dislocating a thumb in a trial game.
Sea Eagles embrace chaos in bid to end capitulations
Anthony Seibold hopes a summer of training chaos, with weekly mystery sessions, can help eradicate Manly's habit of cracking amid adversity in the NRL.
Kostecki eager to deliver Supercars title for DJR
Making the move from Erebus, former Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki is confident he can help Dick Johnson Racing return to their winning ways.
NRL players to be given loose leash in Las Vegas
If Warriors coach Andrew Webster runs into one of his players on the infamous Las Vegas Strip late at night, he won't react in the way you might expect.
Lyon unconvinced Demons have turned corner in AFL
Former Melbourne captain Garry Lyon is hopeful, rather than confident, his old AFL club has solved its many problems over the last few years.
Dunstall hoping young Hawks will repeat their brand
Hawthorn great Jason Dunstall believes the young Hawks can continue to impress and surprise if they employ their aggressive playing style again this season.
‘Tamer’ but more dangerous Walsh unleashed for Broncos
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh will ditch the rushes of blood that marred his game last year for a calmer, measured approach as he prepares for his first hit-out.
Konstas faces scrutiny after bizarre Shield cameo
Sam Konstas is facing pressure to prove his approach can work, after being bowled slog-sweeping Scott Boland in the third over of a Sheffield Shield game.
Bulked-up Reds Super centre hungry for rugby success
Centre Josh Flook has been eating six meals a day as he looks to make an impact for Queensland and the Wallabies, with the Reds opening their season on Friday.
GWS star Green to miss AFL season start with injury
GWS will be without Tom Green for their AFL opening-round clash against Collingwood after the star midfielder strained his calf during a match simulation.
WA spinner bags career-best haul as Queensland stumble
Western Australia, inspired by spinner Corey Rocchiccioli's haul of seven wickets, are in control of Queensland after day one of their Sheffield Shield fixture.
Plath trials new role, Dolphins look for more answers
Dolphins utility Max Plath will start in the second-row against Gold Coast as 2024's player of the year prepares to showcases why he's an indispensable asset.
Dearden gets new No.7 partner as Cowboys rope young gun
The off-season exits of three veterans has opened up the race for key North Queensland outside backs spots ahead of the Melbourne Storm trial.
Tiger Woods picks Aussie ace to wear his Sun Day Red
Australian golf prodigy Karl Vilips has been chosen as the first brand ambassador to wear Tiger Woods' Sun Day Red apparel at this week's Mexico Open.
Why Mitch Barnett won’t overthink Warriors captaincy
Mitch Barnett spent almost half of his best NRL season acting as captain, so he's not worried about taking on the mantle fulltime.