Lions boss questions narrative of his reigning champs
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is questioning a popular narrative around his club ahead of a high-stakes fixture against Adelaide.
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Cherry-Evans doesn’t know if he’ll be Queensland No.7
Manly have lost 26-22 in Daly Cherry-Evans' last match before selection for State of Origin II, with the Queensland half unsure if he will keep his spot.
Jones turns up the power in French Open double mission
Australia's Emerson Jones, who wants a piece of history and her junior world No.1 ranking back, is through to the French Open girls singles semi-finals.
Behich stunner set to become iconic Socceroos moment
Aziz Behich says he didn't know his match-winning goal against Japan had gone in until seeing the crowd erupt and players run to him like crazy.
O’Brien hits out at booing Knights fans before comeback
Newcastle have come back to beat Manly 26-22 after fans vented their frustration at the Knights following another scoreless half at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Dangerfield back as Cats name ex-Sun for club debut
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield will return for Saturday's big home game against Gold Coast, while former Sun Jack Martin will make his Cats debut.
‘What is Wardy?’: Kingsley’s key message to Giants
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has implored his team to borrow a page from much-loved veteran Callan Ward's playbook as they seek to shore up a spot in the top eight.
NRL hands bans, $35k in fines to player agents
Two NRL player agents, who between them manage such household names as Josh Addo-Carr and Benji Marshall, have received bans and fines from the league.
Bears’ huge task revealed as coach announcement looms
The Perth Bears have a mighty task to become competitive from the outset as history shows how expansion clubs typically struggle in their early seasons.
Crows tap into Lions defector’s inside intelligence
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has tapped into his new coaching director's inside knowledge of Brisbane ahead of Friday night's game.
Suns’ top-four spot on line in Geelong ‘litmus test’
Finals hopefuls Gold Coast head to Geelong for the first time in four years, facing a huge test and hell-bent on strengthening their grip on a top-four spot.
Star duo return for Dolphins, but Stone ruled out
The return of key forwards Jeremy Marshall-King and Max Plath gives the Dolphins more ammunition to fire at St George Illawarra on their climb up the ladder.
Kiss goodbye to doubts about safety of betting on Reds
History suggests the Queensland Reds don't stand a chance in Christchurch, but coach Les Kiss has seen evidence to suggest they can upset the Crusaders.
‘I disagree – a lot’: Leishman whacks LIV Golf doubters
After qualifying for next week's US Open, Australian star Marc Leishman says it's rubbish to suggest LIV Golf players can't compete at the major championships.
‘Without a doubt’: Dragon tipped to bounce back to NRL
Tyrell Sloan has been axed from St George Illawarra's first-grade side for round 14, but coach Shane Flanagan is expecting the winger to bounce back.
Devils call for ‘sanity’ with AFL licence under threat
AFL expansion team the Tasmania Devils are under threat as the state heads towards another election which could delay the building of a new stadium.
‘Crazy’ coach axings derailed Broncos: foundation chair
Founding Brisbane chairman Barry Maranta says the firing of Wayne Bennett and Kevin Walters reveal a Broncos administration that has no clue about club culture.
Jones making mark on clay as she reaches last eight
Australia's Emerson Jones has beaten Spain's Charo Esquiva Banuls to reach the quarter-finals of the girls' singles at the French Open.
What happens when you go toe-to-toe with a ‘monster’
Jai Opetaia's most recent victim has reflected on his brutal knockout in their world title clash, issuing a warning the champ's next target likely won't heed.
Hawks out-tackle Bulldogs for badly needed win
Hawthorn have broken their three-game winning streak, beating the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium by 22 points.
Charlie who? Finance broker readies for Tigers debut
Charlie Murray says helping his Wests Tigers teammates beat Penrith is more important than fixing their books as the finance broker gears up for his NRL debut.
Veteran Storm coach Bellamy makes big coaching call
Veteran coach Craig Bellamy has made his call whether to remain at the helm with Melbourne Storm next season, saying he listened to his players.
Maguire must find alignment at Brisbane or perish: Ikin
Ben Ikin helped build Brisbane's current roster alongside Kevin Walters, but believes change must come if it is to work for the Broncos under Michael Maguire.
Papalii concedes time is up after 2025 at Canberra
Canberra veteran Josh Papalii will become the Raiders' most-capped player in round 14, but has admitted the 2025 season will likely be his last at the NRL club.
‘Can’t worry’: Coach knows Knights are under pressure
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien believes there is time to salvage the Knights' ailing NRL season ahead of the round-14 clash with Manly.
Aussie star helps King Kohli win IPL title at long last
After 17 years, Indian legend Virat Kohli has finally lifted the IPL trophy with his beloved Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
New Penrith prodigy being likened to Spencer Leniu
Penrith have a new rising prop many are likening to former Panthers star and current NSW hitman Spencer Leniu.
Socceroos’ quick healer ready for date with destiny
From the moment he tore his ACL last September, Alessandro Circati had one date in mind - taking on Japan in a Perth World Cup Qualifier.
Huge boost for Reds as Crusaders call on All Blacks
The Reds have at least landed one psychological blow ahead of a qualifying final against the Crusaders that history suggests is a near-impossible task.
Ex-Tigers teammate sorry for Galvin social media jab
Sunia Turuva says he should have been the "bigger person" rather than swipe at Lachlan Galvin on social media amid the teenager's exit from Wests Tigers.
Australia’s Enhanced Games duo face global swim bans
World Aquatics has an Australian pair in its crosshairs after passing a new law giving it power to ban anyone associated with the drug-friendly Enhanced Games.