Former league great accused of blocking star’s return
Israel Folau's hopes of returning to the NRL after more than a decade were blocked by former league great Wayne Pearce, according to Folau's wife.
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‘A lot going on’: Hill returns to Magpies training
Collingwood coach Craig McRae says Bobby Hill is a long way off playing again after returning from the latest interruption to his football.
Tigers had expected skipper Koroisau to play Origin II
Four-time State of Origin representative Api Koroisau was forced to watch NSW's game-two loss from the bench as one of two unused substitutes.
Numbers stack up for McEvoy Comm Games special
A peaking Cameron McEvoy is quietly confident he can set the Commonwealth Games alight by bettering his world record in the 50m freestyle.
How Dragons plan to stop Newcastle Knights gun
Newcastle's Greg Marzhew scored five tries the last time St George Illawarra played the Knights, but Dean Young insists his side has improved since then.
Evergreen NBL star leads Australia’s Comm Games charge
Leading a team of debutants, Perth Wildcats captain and six-time NBL champion Jesse Wagstaff will make his third Commonwealth Games appearance at age 40.
Flyhalf heads west as Reds bolster lock stocks
Two Australian playmakers are on the move while the Queensland Reds have addressed a depth issue in a key area.
Coaching genius unleashes Mad Max in Maroon
Queensland star Max Plath showcased his 'do anything, anywhere, anytime' approach in a stunning win after coach Billy Slater's masterful advice before kick-off.
Nawaqanitawase reflects on bittersweet Origin debut
Code-hopping star Mark Nawaqanitawase has reflected on starring on his State of Origin debut in a thumping NSW defeat to Queensland at the MCG.
Mavs goaler leads Tongan charge in Games netball debut
Set for her first Super Netball final, Melbourne Mavericks star Uneeq Palavi will notch another mark, named in Tonga's first Commonwealth Games netball team.
‘Can’t wait to beat them’: Socceroos up for US showdown
After months of being talked down by American pundits, the Socceroos are ready to have a crack at the United States on the field in their World Cup clash.
NSW centre dodges ban, Origin future still uncertain
NSW centre Kotoni Staggs can accept a fine for the tackle that landed him in the sin bin during the second half of State of Origin II.
Johns’ NSW spine change, ‘big dog’ call for Origin III
Andrew Johns has outlined the changes the Blues must make to win the decider in Brisbane. But Laurie Daley is urging caution after NSW were mauled in Melbourne.
‘No fear’: Smith gives Maroons half ultimate accolade
Former Queensland captain Cameron Smith says Maroons half Sam Walker is playing with the composure of a 20-game veteran and made his critics eat their words.
‘The burning desire now’: Scott craves second major
Australian golfing great Adam Scott isn't content with playing 100 straight majors as he hunts a second big title at this week's US Open in New York.
De Minaur out to hit new high as the king of Queen’s
Alex de Minaur says he hopes to scale a new career-high ranking as he moves closer to joining the world's top-five with his assault on the Queen's Club title.
‘Be remembered for all-time’: Blues urged to rise up
Coach Laurie Daley says the Blues must approach the game-three decider in Brisbane as a challenge after they missed wrapping up State of Origin in Melbourne.
‘Dad wanted me to do this’: Tino fires for Maroons
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui's late father Fereti told him to "play hard" for Queensland and he did exactly that, while receiving inspirational support from teammates.
Cowboy backs 20th team in Christchurch ahead of return
North Queensland prop Griffin Neame hails from the south island of New Zealand so the clash with the Warriors in Christchurch has been circled in his calendar.
Pressure to ramp up on Daley as Blues blunder
For the second-straight year under Laurie Daley, NSW have thrown away a series-opening win to be left relying on a decider to lift the shield.
New Maroons heroes shine like true believers
Queensland unearthed three 24-year-old stars who responded to a dire situation with confidence, brilliance and desire to secure yet another Maroons miracle.
Record Origin crowd watch gripping game two at MCG
A record State of Origin crowd has turned out for game two at the MCG, topping an 11-year mark set at the same venue.
Simpkin’s ‘laughable’ barb attracts AFL warning
North Melbourne's Jy Simpkin has had a warning from the AFL after sticking up for teammate Paul Curtis, after his three-week ban was upheld at the tribunal.
Series level: Slater hails Maroons’ magical second half
Queensland have scored 36 second-half points to run over the top of NSW at the MCG and level the State of Origin series at one apiece.
Waratahs young gun bags Super Rugby rookie honours
He didn't get onto the field until round 4 but Sid Harvey made such an impression since that he's been named Super Rugby Pacific rookie of the year.
Cats stars ruled out as Dockers receive triple boost
Star Geelong midfielder Bailey Smith has been cut down by illness ahead of Thursday's clash with Fremantle, while the Dockers welcome back three key players.
Gold Coast slapped with $20,000 fine for umpire contact
The AFL has handed down a fine to Gold Coast after the club's fifth incident this season of a player making careless contact with an umpire.
Like ‘wearing oven mitts’: champ eyes 39-year first
Liam Paro has dared champion Lewis Crocker to underestimate his power ahead of their world title fight in Brisbane, where the Australia can join elite company.
Bulldogs winger announces NRL retirement
Marcelo Montoya has decided the 2026 season will be his last in the NRL.
More pain for premiership star as Hawks relish big test
While Hawthorn are set to welcome back a defender from injury this Friday night, they will be without an All-Australian again at the other end of the ground.
Raiders fullback feeling the heat ahead of crunch clash
Canberra will need to weather Melbourne's storm if they are to salvage their NRL season, and Kaeo Weekes knows he must play an important role in the clash.