New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph
NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.
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Walker lives up to Langer hype in debut heartbreaker
Queensland have lost the State of Origin series opener in controversial circumstances, but discovered a star in debutant No.7 Sam Walker.
Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin
Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.
Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games
IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program.
He’s a special one: Dockers in awe of Murphy Reid
Murphy Reid is already a star just 18 months into his AFL journey, with his hot form playing a key role in Fremantle becoming premiership favourites.
Larkham picks big guns for ACT Brumbies’ crunch match
Stephen Larkham has picked a full-strength side as the Brumbies' home finals hopes go on the line in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash with Moana Pasifika.
Destiny in Maroons’ hands as NSW eye historic whitewash
Queensland debutant fullback Destiny Mino-Sinapati has made an inspiring rise from injury as the Maroons aim to deny NSW a historic State of Origin whitewash.
‘The crap they carry on with’: Gallen’s Origin rocket
Paul Gallen has lit the fuse for an explosive State of Origin series, declaring Queenslanders full of self-importance and saying he can't wait for a NSW win.
Business as usual as Giants star confronts his Demons
Whether the feeling is uncanny or one of nervousness, GWS star Clayton Oliver isn't letting anything show ahead of a reunion with former side Melbourne.
Slater ‘pleasantly surprised’ by Origin rookie Walker
Nine days in State of Origin camp have enhanced Billy Slater's opinion of rookie Queensland halfback Sam Walker.
‘Kidding ourselves’: Daley won’t cop Cleary Origin talk
Nathan Cleary is tasked with getting NSW off to a flying start in State of Origin on Wednesday, but Laurie Daley isn't putting any pressure on the Blues 'No.7.
Polarising Hird says he wants to coach Bombers again
James Hird's interest in coaching Essendon again will be polarising for their fans, with one former AFL coach saying the Bombers may already know who they want.
‘Arbitrage’: Saints hope for another Max Hall in draft
St Kilda have high hopes for new recruit Campbell Lake, two years after they had major mid-season draft success by bringing in Max Hall.
Inglis to lead Australia in Pakistan with Marsh crocked
Josh Inglis, who made history as Australia's first English-born cricket captain since the 19th century, will again lead the team with Mitch Marsh injured.
Queensland duo pull off French Open sensations in Paris
Queenslanders Adam Walton and Kimberly Birrell have caused two of the biggest sensations of the French Open, defeating marquee players at Roland Garros.
Rugby League World Cup gets major government boost
The federal government is showing its support for women's rugby league and the 2026 World Cup, tipping more than $12 million into the three-pronged tournament.
Reds looking to launch into Super finals with a bang
Queensland's Carter Gordon feels the Reds' best rugby is ahead of them and is hopeful his team hits top form with the Super Rugby Pacific finals looming.
Broncos big guns back as Sharks lose key playmaker
Manly have received a massive boost against Cronulla with forward Ben Trbojevic cleared to play after an HIA was reclassified by the NRL.
‘Bit more fire’: Ivan Cleary on Penrith star’s NSW snub
Penrith's Ivan Cleary says the stars have aligned for him to name his State of Origin stars for the Warriors clash, as he backs fullback Dylan Edwards to star.
How NRL’s bench shake-up could shape Origin I
The six-man bench will give NSW coach Laurie Daley and Queensland counterpart Billy Slater plenty of cause for thought in the State of Origin series opener.
‘Life of the party’ Arrow reunites with Maroon brothers
Jai Arrow has reunited with his former Queensland teammates in State of Origin camp and will continue to be around the group ahead of the series opener.
Scott the latest casualty as Essendon bomb again
After six-straight losses this season and 7931 days since winning a final, Essendon have decided Brad Scott isn't part of the solution.
Sharks duo sign with Cowboys as Taulagi exit looms
North Queensland have signed Cronulla's outside back guns Jesse Ramien and Sione Katoa, but the move signals the impending departure of winger Murray Taulagi.
‘Gotta keep believing’: Aussie teen’s ‘exciting’ road
Aussie Emerson Jones has had the misfortune of winning just 10 games in her first three grand slam matches - but the teenage ace is far from disheartened.
Koula ‘not too fazed’ by rare Origin challenge
Usually a centre or fullback, NSW rookie Tolu Koula is preparing to make his State of Origin debut on the wing in the series opener at Accor Stadium.
Legend leaves door open as Boomers eye medal success
Joe Ingles expects the Boomers to challenge the world's best in Los Angeles as Jock Landale attempts to steer the next generation to an Olympic medal.
Why Daley is ready for Blues to enter Strange world
He's never played State of Origin but Laurie Daley reckons Ethan Strange is primed to make an instant impact for NSW in the series opener.
Injured Socceroos star ruled out of World Cup
The Socceroos have suffered a brutal injury blow with creative attacker Riley McGree ruled out of the World Cup with a hamstring injury.
Scott backs Merrett move as Hird in play at Bombers
Sacked Essendon coach Brad Scott says Zach Merrett's departure would be the right thing, as James Hird confirms he is interested in returning.
Cash: Abdo must save heart and soul of Aussie tennis
Former Wimbledon champ Pat Cash has painted a grim picture of the state of Australian grass roots tennis that the sport's new boss Andrew Abdo will inherit.
Demons great calls on PM in rallying cry for Daniher
Garry Lyon has called on all AFL fans - all the way to the nation's top office - to throw their support behind FightMND after Neale Daniher died aged 65.