Tino cleared as Maroons star accepts his Origin fate
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is breathing a sigh of relief but fellow Queensland star Ben Hunt has given up hope of featuring in the State of Origin opener.
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‘No regrets’, Olakau’atu reveals Origin flip over melee
After initially wishing he'd never been involved in a wild off-field melee in State of Origin last year, now Haumole Olakau'atu says he has no regrets.
Fitzgibbons, Wilson fall short in Gold Coast Pro final
Australian veterans Sally Fitzgibbons and Julian Wilson have had to settle for runner-up trophies in the Gold Coast Pro in an epic day of finals action.
‘It was hard’: Pole reflects on Storm snubbing
Wests Tigers are facing off with Stefano Utoikamanu for the first time but there's a world where Fonua Pole is also lining up for Melbourne this week.
Eagles skipper Allen finding his happiness in defence
It's been a tough year for West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen, but a recent move to defence has been a breath of fresh air.
Maguire refuses to guarantee Mam recall despite injury
Michael Maguire was tight-lipped about Ezra Mam's chances of a Brisbane recall next week, but Ben Hunt wants the five-eighth back in the first-grade side.
Opals thump NZ by 41, clinch Trans-Tasman series
Alex Fowler, Miela Sowah and Maddison Rocci starred as the Opals took an unbeatable 2-0 series lead with a 41-point belting of the Tall Ferns.
Mitchell magic seals Souths’ comeback win
Latrell Mitchell was at his influential best on return from suspension, helping South Sydney come from behind to beat Brisbane in rainy Sydney.
Hat-trick hero Botic sends Western into ALM semis
Noah Botic has scored a hat-trick to lead Western United to a 3-2 elimination final win over Adelaide United and into a semi-final against Melbourne City.
Suaalii knocked out in Waratahs’ costly loss to Reds
Wallabies star Joseph Aukuso-Suaalii has been knocked out in the NSW Waratahs' despairing 28-21 Super Rugby Pacific loss to the Queensland Reds in Sydney.
Titans miracle delivers Hasler pressure-relieving win
Des Hasler has declared Gold Coast's 24-20 win over Newcastle isn't about him, but the miraculous comeback couldn't have come at a better time for the coach.
Boomers thump Tall Blacks to clinch Trans-Tasman series
The Australian Boomers have beaten New Zealand for a second time to clinch the Trans-Tasman Throwdown.
Kangaroos gun Wardlaw returns, Cats get Miers back
North Melbourne midfielder George Wardlaw and Geelong forward Gryan Miers headline the inclusions for the round-nine AFL fixtures on Sunday.
Dragons aim for consistency to end NRL losing streak
Coach Shane Flanagan says the Dragons have their "backs to the wall" and need to rediscover their best form when they host the Warriors on Saturday.
Bring on NZ: Wallaroos aim to bust 0-27 record
The Wallaroos will be aiming to post their first win over New Zealand when the two teams lock horns in Newcastle on Saturday.
Emotion-charged Suns out to extend Darwin hot streak
Daniel Rioli notes Gold Coast have a strong recent record in Darwin 'home' games but admits they face a stern test from a red-hot Western Bulldogs outfit.
Raiders ignoring raps ahead of NRL table-topping clash
Coach Ricky Stuart says his Canberra side won't change their approach as they ready themselves for a blockbuster top-of-the-table battle with Canterbury.
Penrith’s right edge hope defensive woes behind them
Penrith's right edge were leaking tries too often during the Panthers' horror start to the season. But winger Paul Alamoti believes his side are back on track.
How Perth won an 18-year battle for NRL readmission
Plans for Perth's NRL return were first hatched in 2006. There have been no shortage of highs, lows, hurdles and false dawns on the ensuing rollercoaster ride.
Hinkley warns rivals about targeting Power star Rioli
Ken Hinkley can't say when Willie Rioli will play again but has warned rivals not to target the Port Adelaide forward on his AFL return.
Australians dash to fly home with IPL suspended
The IPL has been suspended due to the ongoing conflict between India and Pakistan, leaving Australian players plotting their paths home.
‘Proud’ Ange as Spurs book Europa League final place
Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham have overcome a tricky hurdle in the Arctic Circle to book a place in the Europa League final against Manchester United.
Wilson wows top-ranked Ferreira in surfing comeback
Men's wildcards Julian Wilson and Morgan Cibilic will fly the Australian flag in the Gold Coast Pro after Wilson's boilover win against No.1 Italo Ferreira.
Kooka’s ‘heartbreaking’ exile ends after Games shame
Tom Craig has been recalled to the Kookaburras after serving a six-month Hockey Australia ban following his arrest in Paris after the side's Olympics exit.
Fressard’s path from school expulsion to Origin arena
It wasn't until Jayme Fressard was expelled from high school that someone put a footy in her hands. Now, she's a chance to break a State of Origin record.
Parra’s Lomax nears return to stake Origin claim
Jason Ryles is hopeful of having Zac Lomax back on deck as Parramatta look for a glimmer of hope in a testing season under their rookie head coach.
Dockers optimistic Darcy knee injury is only minor
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy was subbed out of his team's loss to Collingwood with a jarred knee, but he's still a chance to play against GWS next week.
Aussies Hansen, Tuipulotu in Itoje-led Lions’ squad
Aussies Mack Hansen and Sione Tuipulotu will be part of the Maro Itoje-captained British & Irish Lions squad to tour Australia.
Jamie Elliott kicks six goals as Pies down Dockers
Jamie Elliott and Jack Crisp have played match-winning roles as Collingwood overcame a lopsided inside 50m count to post a brave 14-point win over Fremantle.
Farnworth fires Dolphins to NRL win over battling Eels
The Dolphins have edged past Parramatta, with some solo brilliance from Herbie Farnworth sealing a 20-16 win.
Tears and beers flow as Bears end their NRL hibernation
There were scenes of jubilation at Norths Cammeray as fans gathered to celebrate the return of the North Sydney Bears, ending "25 years of anxiety".