Cowboy Chester the NRL’s next star centre: Payten
Coach Todd Payten has heaped praise on fullback-turned-centre Tom Chester after he had a stellar performance in North Queensland's win against Cronulla.
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‘Fantastic story’: McLean in awe of Jenkins’ turnaround
Penrith's try-scoring ace Tom Jenkins comes face-to-face with his old club Newcastle in round eight of the NRL season.
Injured Alcaraz pulls out of French Open defence
French Open champion Carlos Alcaraz has pulled out of the defence of his title at Roland Garros because of concerns over his wrist injury.
Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits
North Melbourne have made their best start to an AFL season in a decade but face a tough run over the next month, starting with GWS in Canberra.
Crows tap into inside information ahead of Lions test
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has been picking the brains of some former Brisbane insiders ahead of their AFL clash at the Gabba.
Souttar makes impressive return ahead of World Cup
Harry Souttar has taken a huge step towards a Socceroos comeback ahead of the World Cup after making his long-awaited return from injury with Leicester City.
‘Origin player’: Staggs backed for NSW recall
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs had his best season in attack in 2025 but is now firing in defence as he makes a case to return to the NSW State of Origin side.
‘Becoming extinct’: Paulo weighs in on NRL speed
As one of the biggest bodies in the NRL, Parramatta front-rower Junior Paulo is a surprising advocate for the game's rapid new look in 2026.
Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal
Scott Drinkwater has signed a three-year deal to join St George Illawarra from 2027 in a major boost for the long-time NRL strugglers.
AFL sacks appeals board chair, Gawn condemns language
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says players were "embarrassed" by the AFL appeals board verdict declaring offensive language is "commonplace" in the game.
Depleted Broncos cop another blow with Riki ban
Journeyman forward Preston Riki made an impressive club debut in Brisbane's round-eight win but is now facing at least a week on the sidelines.
Hawthorn outshine Suns after ‘baffling’ 50m penalty
Despite a mid-game fright, Hawthorn have done enough to topple Gold Coast, but not all are happy following a controversial 50m penalty.
Aussie Pittar stuns world champion at Margaret River
Australian George Pittar has the chance to claim his maiden World Surf League tour win after making it through to the semi-finals of the Margaret River Pro.
O’Grady brace sends Victory through, Canberra packing
Melbourne Victory have scraped into the A-League Women semis, but their 3-1 win over Canberra United will give next opponents Melbourne City food for thought.
Bumbling Brumbies blown away by Super Hurricanes
Hurricanes winger Fehi Fineanganofo dazzled with four of their seven tries against a hapless Brumbies outfit in a bonus-point Super Round win in Christchurch.
Pendlebury likely to rest up after Anzac Day heroics
Evergreen Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will likely wait an extra week to break the VFL/AFL games record following a remarkable Anzac Day performance.
‘Incredibly frustrating’: Bombers belted on Anzac Day
Essendon's ball use was horrible when the game was on the line and Collingwood made them pay dearly with a record Anzac Day winning margin.
‘Embarrassed’ Dragons thrashed to start new era
Anzac Day has signalled a new era but ended in the same old story as St George Illawarra slumped to a 12th-straight loss in their first game under Dean Young.
Swifts claim derby bragging rights in Giants demolition
The NSW Swifts have overcome their defensive woes to produce a big victory against city rivals Giants and snap a four-game losing streak.
Kijah double gives Brisbane first finals win since 2014
A Kijah Stephenson double inspired Brisbane Roar's 3-0 elimination final win over Adelaide United to set up a two-leg semi against Wellington.
Brave Reds suffer Super golden-point heartbreak
The Queensland Reds came from 12 points down late in their Super Round clash with the Blues, only to lose in golden point after a Beauden Barrett penalty goal.
‘Proud of him’: Reed to hold Dragons’ halfback jersey
Kade Reed has received Dean Young's tick of approval despite St George Illawarra falling to a 62-16 loss in the 20-year-old's NRL debut.
Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL’s top two
A try-scoring double to winger Alofiana Khan-Pereira has helped the Warriors to a thrilling two-point NRL win over the Dolphins in Wellington.
South African shines as Adelaide strike down Lightning
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have defeated the Sunshine Coast Lightning in a tense encounter after some individual brilliance from Elmere van der Berg.
NZ’s clinical Black Ferns hand Wallaroos a wooden spoon
The Wallaroos have had to cop a third Pacific Four Series wooden spoon in five years following a 30th straight loss to New Zealand's Black Ferns.
Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne
Coach Craig Bellamy says the Storm's loss to South Sydney is the most embarrassing of his long and storied career, with Souths claiming a 48-6 win.
Glory great Risdon bows out in style with win over Roar
Perth Glory have given their retiring legend Josh Risdon the perfect send-off, beating Brisbane Roar 2-1 in his farewell match.
Storm set for changes as Bellamy makes grim prediction
With Jahrome Hughes already ruled out due to concussion, Craig Bellamy is planning line-up changes to Melbourne, saying he wants players who will "have a go."
Mariners ‘can’t be diminished’: coach on ALM ownership
With his one-season chapter at Central Coast wrapped up, outgoing coach Warren Moon is optimistic about ownership talks for the embattled A-League Men club.
Man City reach FA Cup final as Arsenal go top of EPL
While Man City were reaching another FA Cup final with a Wembley comeback, Arsenal have taken the chance to return to the top of the Premier League.
Cummins back in style as Ricky’s blasters break record
Pat Cummins has returned to cricket - and winning ways - in the IPL after four months out with injury while Ricky Ponting's Punjab Kings went on a record blitz.