Tigers overhaul spine amid NRL Origin, injury chaos
Several NRL sides have been forced to name depleted line ups for round 18, with State of Origin and last week's brutal round of injuries causing issues.
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Tigers want meeting with government over Campbelltown
Campbelltown's council has pledged $10 million of funding for its stadium, but Wests Tigers are weeks away from deciding to leave if government doesn't step in.
Bennett picks Wighton over Dodd as Souths’ No.6
Super-coach Wayne Bennett still can't find a place for star half Lewis Dodd in South Sydney's starting side despite the Rabbitohs' massive injury toll.
Cobbo’s return for Broncos an inspiration for Karapani
Brisbane have recalled Selwyn Cobbo at fullback as winger Josiah Karapani, the man who initially replaced him in the team, spoke of Cobbo's selfless influence.
Gabba fortress needs fortifying: Rayner
Fresh off the bye, the Brisbane Lions have targeted a better home showing as they fine-tune their AFL premiership defence.
Elvis in the building: Smylie to defend Aust PGA crown
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Martin out for Munster revenge over man-of-match outing
Liam Martin admits he would hate himself if he was a Queensland State of Origin fan, but is ready to be NSW's chief antagonist again and target Cameron Munster.
Reds bracing for new, exciting next-gen British Lions
It's the British & Irish Lions but not as you know them, warns a former English Premiership veteran now on the Queensland Reds coaching staff.
Doors opening as Paro locks in title eliminator
Liam Paro is back on the doorstep of a world title after securing an IBF eliminator, likely to be fought in Queensland, against Mexico's Lindolfo Delgado.
Double blow for Warriors with spine ripped apart
The Warriors have lost fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad for a month to a knee injury, after confirming halfback Luke Metcalf has a season-ending ACL rupture.
Breakers to get down in hope of international glory
A state capital will host its first breaking national championships, with Australia's best breakdancers to battle for a chance at international glory.
Friendly fire means another delay to Magpie’s return
Collingwood star Jordan De Goey was concussed in an innocuous incident at Tuesday morning training, further delaying his AFL comeback.
Maroons find diamond in rough as Gem sheds happy tears
The stunning rise of Gehamat Shibasaki from being without a contract six months ago to a Queensland Origin debut is a dream-come-true tale.
Daley welcomes anxiety in bid to break decider duck
Laurie Daley has never won a State of Origin Game 3 series decider as a NSW coach, but insists the anxiety he feels around the match can only be a good thing.
Kellaway and Toole out of Wallabies mix for Fiji Test
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has released veteran Andrew Kellaway and newcomer Corey Toole to their Super sides as he prepares to unveil his team to face Fiji.
‘How good was that?’: Morahan on that try, 12 years on
A dozen years on from his Lions stunner, Reds and Wallabies flyer Luke Morahan reflects on that try, what happened next and why the Giteau Law needs changing.
Rachael Pearson turns NSW snub into peak fitness
Rachael Pearson is feeling fitter and stronger than at any point of her NRLW career, spurred on by missing out on a place in NSW's State of Origin side.
Phew, what a scorcher as Wimbledon endures heatwave
Wimbledon experienced the hottest opening day in its history but most spectators decided it was going to take more than a heatwave to spoil their big day out.
Popyrin humbled as ailing Tommo saves day at Wimbledon
Alexei Popyrin has been sensationally knocked out at Wimbledon as Jordan Thompson battled to save the sun-baked opening day for Australian tennis.
Tigers’ Lynch sent to tribunal, faces several weeks out
Richmond veteran Tom Lynch is facing a lengthy suspension when he fronts the AFL tribunal for striking Adelaide opponent Jordan Butts.
Fittler withdraws interest in coaching Kangaroos
Brad Fittler's withdrawal leaves another NRL legend as favourite to replace Mal Meninga as Australian rugby league team coach.
Aussie coach’s Swift response to Lions eligibility jibe
The backgrounds of many British and Irish Lions remain a talking point as the side prepares for game two of their tour in Brisbane.
Fa’alogo out, clubs hold breath after brutal NRL round
Melbourne winger Sua Fa'alogo will miss at least two months after tearing his hamstring, one of many high-profile NRL players injured during round 17.
Tigers star can see why Da Silva turned blue and gold
Tallyn Da Silva's three-and-a-half year deal at Parramatta is complete, allowing him to run out for the Eels after their bye.
Health is wealth: Fevers tell Luai to slow down
Jarome Luai has been copping it from NSW teammates about a boil putting him in hospital, but he actually had fevers after a staph infection from a chest wound.
Step back: Blues star’s dance ban ahead of Origin III
Brian To'o has had to give up dancing ahead of the State of Origin decider to ensure he will recover from a knee issue in time to play.
How a New York baseball cage helped Test great
Test batting great Steve Smith says a hit in a New York baseball cage has readied him for a return for the second Test against West Indies.
Hammer’s time: Why Slater picked Dolphin over Walsh
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has vowed to implement key aspects of Billy Slater's fullback play into his own after edging out Reece Walsh for the coveted No.1 spot.
NRL ‘not concerned’ as players fight judiciary change
The NRL has reiterated its stance on a controversial rule change aimed at tightening the judiciary process.
Sharks say no chance Hynes will revert to fullback
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon has categorically ruled out any chance of Nicho Hynes moving to fullback amid the Sharks' mid-season form slump.
Injury-hit Lions expect ‘big step up’ against Reds
Maro Itoje will captain the British and Irish Lions on Australian soil for the first time against the Queensland Reds, while one injured star is heading home.