Red’s body on line for Wallabies, Super Rugby charge
Battered Wallabies contender Josh Flook will tough it out as the Queensland Reds attempt to lock in fifth spot and launch a plucky Super Rugby finals mission.
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‘Stay tuned’ as Lions’ hype man promises more
Brisbane Lions Rising Star nominee Kai Lohmann says his goal celebrations are a nod to a childhood spent watching AFL in the stands at the MCG.
Popovic stands in way of Mariners treble: Arnold
Socceroos boss Graham Arnold believes Tony Popovic's experienced Melbourne Victory side can prove a roadblock to the treble-chasing Central Coast Mariners.
Eels have high hopes of holding on to Blaize Talagi
Chairman Sean McElduff says Parramatta expect Blaize Talagi to commit to the club, despite the teen turning down an option to remain at the Eels.
Fractured rib cruels Staggs ahead of NSW audition
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is out of the clash with Gold Coast with a rib injury, and his hopes of a NSW recall are in tatters.
Faitala-Mariner’s regret over handling of Dogs’ drama
Former Canterbury captain Raymond Faitala-Mariner has lifted the lid on his exit from the club, admitting he may have been wrong to question Cameron Ciraldo.
Souths stars ‘can’t wait’ for Bennett but must lift now
Wayne Bennett's return to coaching the Rabbitohs can't be an excuse to get complacent, leading players say, as they aim to leave the bottom of the NRL ladder.
Skateboard ace Trew blitzes Olympic field
Arisa Trew continues to make her mark, with the teenage Queensland skateboarder winning the park final in the Olympic Qualifier Series in Shanghai.
Walsh on track for Broncos after double knee knock
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh was running with the rehab group on Monday and is on course to return from a knee injury against the Gold Coast Titans.
Giants look to the past in bid to end AFL losing streak
Desperate to avoid a fourth straight AFL loss, the Giants are looking for inspiration from their past selves as they prepare to hit the road to play Geelong.
Boyhood dream to Dreamtime at the G for Bombers recruit
Indigenous forward Jade Gresham will take part in his first Dreamtime at the G with his shift to high-flying Essendon proving to have plenty of upside.
Kisnorbo focused on All Stars, not possible ALM return
Former Melbourne City boss Patrick Kisnorbo is among the possible targets for Western Sydney Wanderers as they seek a replacement for departed boss Marko Rudan.
Kurtley Beale keen to don Wallabies gold again
Kurtley Beale is loving life in Perth and hopes his form for the Western Force will be enough to earn him a dream Wallabies recall.
Schoupp leaves Titans to join Manly on two-year deal
Aaron Schoupp will join Manly immediately after struggling for opportunities under new Gold Coast coach Des Hasler.
‘I love that kid’: Lachie Neale in awe of young star
The Harley Reid hype is echoing around the country, with Brisbane Lions superstar Lachie Neale the latest big name to marvel at West Coast's new teen sensation.
Annesley backs bunker on Kelly no-try, rebutts Hasler
NRL head of football Graham Annesley supports the bunker's ruling to overturn an on-field decision of try to Gold Coast's Brian Kelly in the loss to Newcastle.
Waratahs sack coach after dire Super Rugby season
Darren Coleman's contract at the NSW Waratahs won't be renewed although the coach will see out the remaining two Super Rugby Pacific games.
Arthur axed as ‘stalled’ Parramatta search for progress
Parramatta have sacked long-standing coach Brad Arthur after the Eels' underwhelming start to the 2024 NRL season.
Liberatore set for AFL return after concussion concerns
Tom Liberatore is on track to return to AFL action with the Western Bulldogs, having been sidelined since round eight because of concussion.
Best out of Origin 1 in more injury blues for NSW
NSW's incumbent centre Bradman Best has been ruled out of the State of Origin series opener with injury but the Blues and his club side Newcastle have options.
Aussie restores order, wins back belt in Saudi slugfest
Australian Jai Opetaia has reclaimed the IBF cruiserweight boxing world title, winning on points in a bloody rematch with Mairis Briedis in Saudia Arabia.
Usyk edges Fury to be undisputed heavyweight champion
Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk defeated Englishman Tyson Fury by split decision in Riyadh to become the first undisputed heavyweight boxing champion in 24 years.
Best set for scans as NSW, Knights hold their breath
Newcastle football boss Peter Parr says Bradman Best will have scans on an injured hamstring as Kalyn Ponga's rehabilitation is set to go up a notch.
Lockyer backs Madden to guide Broncos without Reynolds
Brisbane legend Darren Lockyer says half Jock Madden's game management and cool head to land a match winning field goal against Manly summed up his class.
Bombers fly up to second spot, Kangaroos still winless
Essendon have posted a triple-figure score for just the third time this season in a 40-point win over struggling North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
Panthers upset ‘proves what Warriors need to do’: coach
The Warriors have sprung a huge upset on reigning premiers Penrith, with stand-in fullback Taine Tuaupiki scoring the winning conversion after crossing late.
More Queensland joy for Mavericks in Super Netball
A huge 50-goal effort from Shimona Jok has helped Melbourne Mavericks to a second Super Netball win, with the Firebirds vanquished in Brisbane.
Panthers won’t blame May absence for shock loss
Penrith centre Taylan May was arrested the day before the side's shock loss to the Warriors but the Panthers are not looking for excuses.
Munster in Origin doubt after Magic Round groin agony
Cameron Munster's recurring groin injury in the Storm's Magic Round flogging of the Eels has put the Queensland star in doubt for the State of Origin series.
Webster cleared by MRO, Lion Eric Hipwood suspended
Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will miss Sunday's match against Hawthorn after receiving a one-match ban for a dangerous tackle.
Port pip Hawks despite Wines’ heart scare
Darcy Byrne-Jones has kicked a goal with two seconds remaining to give Port Adelaide a comeback one-point win over Hawthorn.