Perth Wildcats hit back to wallop Snakes in Cairns
The Perth Wildcats have shaken off a couple of big NBL losses to thrash the Taipans in Cairns by 32 points.
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Aussie World Cup allrounders put England to the sword
Annabel Sutherland and centurion Ash Gardner have steered Australia to yet another win over their perennial victims England in a six-wicket World Cup rout.
Terrell May passed fit, Jazz music to ears for Samoa
Samoa prop Terrell May has recovered from injury and is available for selection against Tonga, as the NRL cleared Jazz Tevaga to play after a head knock.
Novices star as Aussies claim ODI series win over India
Australia have secured an ODI series win against India with a two-wicket victory in game two in Adelaide, with a trio of unheralded batsmen starring.
Kangaroos aces believe Origin will give them Ashes edge
The Ashes clash with England is a three-Test contest and Origin rivals Nathan Cleary and Harry Grant believe experience in the state head-to-head could tell.
The ‘grind’ this WNBL player endures to keep healthy
Sydney's Lara McSpadden was diagnosed with type one diabetes but finds that basketball helps rather than hinders the condition.
Storm call blindsided playmaker Pezet: manager
Manager Braith Anasta says Jonah Pezet's decision to move from Melbourne is opportunities, which are limited with Jahrome Hughes now locked in until 2030.
New ground: Brondello firms for WNBA’s Canada expansion
Opals coach Sandy Brondello, axed by WNBA powerhouse New York Liberty, is set to be named as head coach of the league's Toronto expansion club.
Haas set to rip into ‘special’ Stefano in Pacific war
Samoa prop Payne Haas expects Tonga opposite Stefano Utoikamanu to be at his best in the Pacific Cup clash, but says the pair are far from off-field enemies.
Queensland coach called out for ‘no play, no pay’ views
Queensland coach Johan Botha believes players aren't doing enough to get back from injuries, leading to a rebuke from the Australian Cricketers' Association.
Sharks star set for surgery in blow to 2026 title hopes
Scans have revealed Cronulla winger Ronaldo Mulitalo ruptured his ACL while on New Zealand duty, with the injury putting his 2026 season in jeopardy.
Giddey saves Bulls’ blushes in tense first-up NBA win
Josh Giddey has held his nerve in the final minutes as Chicago withstood Detroit's comeback to win their NBA season opener, 115-111.
Record-breaker Katoa tipped for more Tongan heroics
Tonga half Isaiya Katoa has been plotting his side's path to Pacific Cup glory for weeks as he takes a remarkable all-time record into the clash with Samoa.
Pressure building on drivers for new Supercars finals
Supercars ace Chaz Mostert is expecting the pressure on drivers to go to a never-before-seen level as the new finals comes into effect on the Gold Coast.
Why Reds’ flyhalf backlog is ‘perfect’: Deans
Robbie Deans sees the Queensland Reds' long list of flyhalf contenders as the "perfect" situation to address the Wallabies' hunt for a long-term playmaker.
Rookie Champion de Crespigny named Wallabies captain
Two-Test rookie flanker Nick Champion de Crespigny has been named to captain the Wallabies against Eddie Jones' Japan in Saturday's rugby Test in Tokyo.
Olympic great dives into Brisbane 2032 advisory group
One of Australia's greatest Olympians will plunge into a key 2032 advisory role, becoming the latest big-name recruit to assist Games organisers.
Harrison the hero as Brisbane comeback sinks Breakers
New Zealand led their NBL clash with Brisbane by 24 points before halftime but succumbed to a stirring comeback, sealed on the final play of the game.
England set to unleash Ashes answer to Reece Walsh
England are ready to start the first rugby league Ashes Test by unleashing Hull KR's Super League grand final man-of-the-match Mikey Lewis at Wembley.
Callow quartet on song in Aussie ODI win over India
An inexperienced quartet of Australian cricketers have offered an exciting glimpse of the future while securing an ODI series win over India.
New Kangaroo will earn Wallabies recall in 2027: Kiss
Wallabies coach-in-waiting Les Kiss is an admirer of Kangaroos debutant Mark Nawaqanitawase, who he says will return to union in 2027 wiser and a better player.
Why Matildas milestone gives Hayley Raso ‘goosebumps’
Hayley Raso is set to play her 100th game for the Matildas - a milestone the star winger once thought was impossible after suffering a freak back injury.
Aussie amateur leads in Dubai, dreaming of Augusta
Queenslander Billy Dowling has made a brilliant start in his bid to become Asia-Pacific Amateur champion and win a golden ticket to the Masters.
Dolphins-bound lock in same class as Burgess: England
England will have a core of NRL players leading their Ashes challenge, with Dolphins-bound Morgan Knowles also expected to be a key player for the hosts.
‘Attack the game’: Katoa brings Walsh mantra to Tonga
Tonga halfback Isaiya Katoa has revealed how adopting the unbounded confidence of Brisbane grand final hero Reece Walsh will inspire him in the Pacific Cup.
King of his backyard: Aussie runner’s 764km world title
West Australian endurance runner Phil Gore was the last man standing after slogging for 764km over nearly five days to become a world champion.
We won’t blame the referee if Kangaroos lose: Walters
Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters insists the referee won't have a decisive influence on the first Test, despite differing rule interpretations in England.
J-Mac chases Cox Plate history aboard Via Sistina
James McDonald had a scary fall from Via Sistina before last year's Cox Plate but has enjoyed a smooth preparation for Saturday's $6 million Group 1 feature.
Jones plots Wallabies’ demise in latest reunion
Japan coach Eddie Jones was at his agitating best as he previewed his first encounter with the Wallabies since his controversial exit, and endorsed R360.
Two Izzys better than one for Tonga as halves reunite
Tonga's new halves Isaiah Iongi and Isaiya Katoa were Penrith teammates in the juniors, and Iongi can't wait to make his Test debut against Samoa.
Saints did Giants young gun ‘dirty’, says GWS skipper
GWS captain Toby Greene is happy to see young gun Leek Aleer remain in Sydney, despite a failed trade to St Kilda leaving the defender "rattled".