Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side
Te Maire Martin has replaced the injured Tanah Boyd at the Warriors, while Luke Metcalf has missed the chance to play against his next club, the Dragons.
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Wilson, Fife headline Aussie lawn bowls team in Glasgow
Reigning lawn bowls champion Aaron Wilson is heading to Glasgow in search of more Commonwealth Games glory, joined by fellow gold medallist Ellen Fife.
Clear skies for Storm after successive wins
With round 12 rivals Canterbury enduring a horror run, Josh King says he knows how they feel after Melbourne recently snapped their own losing streak.
Heat is on for race to play BBL opener in Chennai
Cricket Australia has sought expressions of interest from BBL franchises to open this season's BBL with a showdown in India.
No Darwin hangover for tinkering Suns: Powell
The form of Daniel Rioli and John Noble in a potent backline has given the Suns confidence there won't be a hangover after their latest Darwin dalliance.
‘Different beast’: don’t write off Wallabies for Cup
Brad Thorn has delivered his verdict on the Wallabies and reflected on his own World Cup experiences to mark 500 days until the Australian showpiece begins.
Maroons debutant Fifita has star union dad to thank
Queensland debutant Jojo Fifita followed his rugby union star father around the world, but it was dad's advice to join Gold Coast that changed his life.
Lynagh reveals injury, contract detail with Cup in mind
Wallabies flyhalf Tom Lynagh has provided fresh detail to his frustrating injury absence and hinted at an imminent contract extension.
‘Knock down doors’: Giants bullish on Indigenous talent
While many in the AFL industry have questioned GWS's existence in the region, Toby Bedford is urging patience with their mission to nurture Indigenous talent.
Unfamiliar territory for Crichton ahead of Origin I
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton enters NSW's State of Origin camp having navigated unfamiliar territory in recent weeks.
‘Run over’: former Hawks president fumes on AFL call
A well-known advocate of Hawthorn's Launceston deal is fuming at the AFL and the club over the agreement ending once the Tasmania Devils join the league.
No more Origin what-ifs for NSW debutant Fonua-Blake
Cronulla prop Addin Fonua-Blake will make his long-awaited State of Origin debut for NSW after a loosening of the eligibility rules over the off-season.
‘Crack on’: Flegler back from brink in Maroons miracle
Prop Thomas Flegler will play his first State of Origin match in 1071 days when he makes an inspirational return for Queensland.
‘No BS’: Boomers legend out to make NBL statement
Melbourne United recruit Joe Ingles has a point to prove as he returns to the NBL as one of the most decorated Australians ever to play in the league.
No more Origin what-ifs for NSW debutant Addin-Blake
Cronulla prop Addin Fonua-Blake will make his long-awaited State of Origin debut for NSW after a loosening of the eligibility rules over the off-season.
CA chief downplays fears over Indian investment in BBL
Cricket Australia boss Todd Greenberg says fears about Indian Premier League team owners taking too much control in the Big Bash League are 'overblown'.
Rugby Australia’s alleged secret plan blindsided Rebels
A mysterious policy designed to boost Australian rugby heartland at the expense of the Melbourne Rebels is a key sticking point in a lawsuit worth millions.
From Alf’s field of dreams to Walker’s seven heaven
Sam Walker started his rugby league journey in Ipswich where Allan Langer once ruled the roost so it is fitting he now gets to wear the Queensland No.7 jersey.
Pendlebury ponders future as AFL games record looms
Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will break the AFL games record against West Coast but his future beyond this season is still to be decided.
‘It still hurts’: Brumbies set for Super revenge
Allan Alaalatoa says the Brumbies have been re-watching video of their round seven loss to NSW, determined to down their arch-rivals in his milestone match.
Homework or grand final? Sky Blues teen to set record
Celebrating his birthday during grand final week, Sydney FC teen Akol Akon will become the youngest player to feature in an A-League Men championship decider.
Crows recruit confident rotten injury run is over
Adelaide's prized recruit Callum Ah Chee is pressing to make his AFL comeback after suffering two hamstring injuries since February.
Slater expects Origin to get no special ruck privileges
Queensland coach Billy Slater is expecting the State of Origin series to be refereed like the NRL, with no leniency in the ruck interpretations.
Radley poised to become Maroons’ new enemy No.1
Victor Radley's temper has frequently landed him trouble with the NRL judiciary but NSW coach Laurie Daley wants the Blues debutant to come out firing.
Tedesco’s NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies
James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.
2026 Magic Round the most one-sided in history
The NRL's festival of football Magic Round was more one-sided than ever in 2026, with an average margin of almost four converted tries.
‘Surreal’: Rai bursts from pack to win PGA Championship
Aaron Rai has closed with a five-under 65 to become the first Englishman in more than a century to win the PGA Championship, with Australian Cam Smith seventh.
Kurtley Beale becomes Force’s ‘Mr Spark’
The Western Force are starting to find their form, and Kurtley Beale's energetic performances haven't gone unnoticed.
‘Chills’: Slater backs Walker as Walsh shock explained
Queensland will field a new-look spine and a suite of debutants in the State of Origin opener while remaining loyal to last year's series-winning stars.
Panthers beat improved Dragons to close Magic Round
Ladder-leading Penrith have defeated St George Illawarra but the final game of Magic Round was not as one-sided as had been predicted.
Worst Bombers MCG crowd since ’90s as Freo equal record
Fremantle have cruised to a club record equalling ninth straight AFL win as they put Essendon away in the first half on Sunday at the MCG.