Penrith cop brutal draw as NRL make big tweak for 2026
The NRL have minimised five-day turnarounds and removed repeat fixtures within five weeks of each other, but some still have it easier than others in 2026.
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‘I could hardly walk’: Webster’s brave road to Test gun
On the cusp of playing his first Ashes series, Beau Webster is proud of how he transformed into a genuine allrounder after overcoming tough initial hurdles.
Socceroos ready to go toe-to-toe with Venezuela
The Socceroos are back to their combative style under Tony Popovic and are ready to see how it stands up in their friendly match against Venezuela.
Refreshed Victory ready for ALW grand final rematch
Melbourne Victory will face Central Coast for the first time since their A-League Women grand final defeat and a massive squad overhaul.
‘We want to belt them’: Vics talk up AFL Origin revival
Victoria want to "belt" Western Australia in the AFL's first State of Origin match in 27 years, naming Marcus Bontempelli among four walk-up starts in the team.
Crows peaking at right time ahead of AFLW semi: coach
Adelaide are hitting their straps, but coach Matthew Clarke knows there are multiple reasons to be worried about the threat posed by AFLW rivals Melbourne.
Sharks renew calls for funding with NRLW team sidelined
Cronulla's NRLW team will be the only side not to play a double-header with their men's team in 2026, prompting fresh calls for upgrades of Shark Park.
‘Challenge for everyone’: Dogs star on forward’s exit
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's final season at the Western Bulldogs was a "challenge for everyone", captain Marcus Bontempelli admits.
Storm star faces long recovery after brain bleed
NRL star Eliesa Katoa faces more time in hospital when he returns to Melbourne as he recovers from a brain bleed after playing for Tonga.
Storm to push Bellamy for early call on coaching future
Storm boss Justin Rodski says the club wants an early decision from coach Craig Bellamy about whether he will be at the helm for a 25th NRL season.
Mostert thankful for finals as he closes in on Feeney
Chaz Mostert was the hottest of the drivers vying for a berth in the inaugural Supercars grand final, coming second in both practice sessions at Sandown 500.
Hockings in Japan debut five years after Aussie exit
Harry Hockings, one of three Reds players to knock back a pay cut and seek overseas deals during the COVID pandemic five years ago, will make his Japan debut.
Blues wary of wounded Hawks in AFLW semi-final
Hawthorn appear to be limping towards another straight-sets exit from the AFLW finals, but Carlton coach Mathew Buck is not taking the Hawks lightly.
Bullets axe former MVP, promise swift replacement
A title-winning star with Sydney three years ago, Jaylen Adams has been cut by the Brisbane Bullets a day after the club lost Casey Prather to injury.
England go Bazball but Root and Brook miss out
England star Joe Root is yet to score a Test century in Australia, and he was out for just one despite the team's strong platform in their warm-up match.
Lanning dominates in 100th WBBL outing for Stars win
In her 100th WBBL game, Meg Lanning's fireworks powered the Stars' victory before South African gun Laura Wolvaardt steered the Strikers' home in Adelaide.
Rocchiccioli stars as WA beat Qld in one-wicket stunner
Corey Rocchiccioli has followed up his four-wicket burst with a game-winning batting cameo in WA's nail-biting one-wicket victory over Queensland.
Glover slaps Taipans in Phoenix’s strong road win
South East Melbourne bounced back to the NBL winners' list as sharpshooter Angus Glover found his range in a convincing road win over last-placed Cairns.
More shock & awe from India’s 14-year-old batting ace
The 14-year-old cricketing phenomenon Vaibhav Suryavanshi has done it again, the youngster hammering 15 sixes in 144 for India's Rising Stars in the Asia Cup.
Sinner wins to set up de Minaur’s ‘mission impossible’
Jannik Sinner has won yet again in the ATP Finals to set up a nightmarish semi-final in the season-ending championship for Australian underdog Alex de Minaur.
Thanks Marnus: Green grateful for ‘iconic’ opportunity
Cameron Green will always be proud of his stint as a Test No.3 for Australia -- and if he gets the chance again, it will be with a nod to Marnus Labuschagne.
Harry Wilson’s war: Wallabies vow to banish ‘hurt’
Wallabies skipper Harry Wilson is determined his side deliver a performance of fire, passion and discipline in Dublin that can transform their European tour.
From Harmison to Starc, more first-ball folklore awaits
Mitchell Starc says he has never heard a louder roar at the Gabba than when he bowled himself into Ashes folklore by dismissing Rory Burns in 2021-22.
Wingman Wood assists red-hot Mostert to grand final
Ryan Wood pulled off a defensive masterclass to block a rampaging Will Brown from catching teammate Chaz Mostert, who cruised to victory at Sandown 500.
Mark Wood in the clear, Pope goes Bazball crazy
Ollie Pope tuned up for the first Ashes Test with hard-hitting knocks of 100 and 90 in England's only warm up match at Lilac Hill.
Hamstrung Hazlewood out, Doggett in line for Test debut
Josh Hazlewood has been ruled out of the first Ashes Test, becoming Australia's third paceman to suffer an untimely injury ahead of the series.
Socceroos learn lessons from frustrating Venezuela loss
The Socceroos have suffered their second consecutive loss, with Tony Popovic admitting a "soft goal" wasn't the only issue in the 1-0 defeat to Venezuela.
Webster at home as Tigers win again, Stanlake fires
Beau Webster tuned up for a potential Ashes series debut with a steady hand as table-toppers Tasmania won a fifth-straight one-day cup clash.
Sixers teen’s surprise hat-trick as Thunder fizzles out
Caoimhe Bray, still just 16, took a hat-trick in the Sixers' big win over the winless Thunder, after Hobart's Lizelle Lee starred to continue the Heat's woes.
Bullets coach lashes NBL refs after Melbourne loss
Brisbane coach Stu Lash lamented a 36-11 foul count as NBL leaders Melbourne United resisted a late fightback in their narrow win.
Townsville fire up for home fans in Adelaide thrashing
Townsville have outscored Adelaide 56-26 in a dominant second half to post a 34-point win in their first home match of the WNBL season.