The one NRL team set to stop Haas signing off in style
Brisbane are heavily tipped to send Payne Haas out a premiership winner this season. But one NRL rival has the backing to stop the Broncos going back to back.
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‘Target’s a trophy’: Marsh upbeat on World T20 chances
Australia captain Mitch Marsh has offered an upbeat assessment of their chances of lifting the T20 World Cup on the eve of the opening match against Ireland.
Dragons veteran Damien Cook makes call on future
Veteran hooker Damien Cook is confident of securing a one-year contract extension to continue his NRL career with St George Illawarra into 2027.
Kalyn Ponga would consider shock switch to New Zealand
Kalyn Ponga is open to switching allegiances to play international footy for New Zealand, once he produces consistent form for Newcastle.
Toure too good as Socceroos young gun catches fire
In exciting news for the Socceroos, forward Mohamed Toure has made a flying start to life at his new English club Norwich.
A different hunger: Crows note shift from finals flop
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says there's a different hunger among his players after crashing out of last year's finals with consecutive losses.
‘This is the path’: Opetaia blazing Vegas trail to top
Australia's long-reigning cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia will fight for a new belt in his American debut next month against Brandon Glanton.
Why NRL’s new rule changes could stunt growth
The NRL will expand the interchange from four to six players, but two leading captains are concerned about the long-term impact on young players.
Rugby league prodigy ready to replace Alyssa Healy
Georgia Voll envisaged a life playing in the NRLW while representing Queensland state squads in her teens, but now she is replacing Alyssa Healy for Australia.
Too many experiences: LIV poster boy tones down antics
Australia's Cam Smith says he's toning down off-course commitments with a view to performing at his peak at LIV Golf's Adelaide tournament.
Dolphins win trifecta with recruits and rookie Pouniu
The three key recruits for the Dolphins have already made their mark as they prepare to start against Gold Coast along with highly rated rookie Brian Pouniu.
‘Don’t tighten up’: coach’s memo to his 2026 Waratahs
Dan McKellar is urging his NSW Waratahs not to choke, and to play like they've been training in their Super Rugby Pacific opener against the Queensland Reds.
Reds’ early depth test, Tahs big Kellaway call
Injuries have simplified the Reds' selection headaches ahead of the Super Rugby Pacific season opener while the Waratahs have omitted a Wallabies regular.
‘Complete package’: Hannay puts faith in Titans teen
Gold Coast will field halves pairing Lachlan Ilias and Zane Harrison in their opening trial as new coach Josh Hannay investigates his playmaking options.
Sione Fainu signs new deal at Wests Tigers
Sione Fainu has signed a three-year contract extension that ties the prop to Wests Tigers through the 2029 season.
Manly lose rising representative forward to ACL rupture
Manly lock Caleb Navale's NRL season is in tatters after he ruptured the ACL in his right knee at Sea Eagles training.
Smith answers SOS after Marsh suffers testicular injury
Australia captain Mitch Marsh is suffering from internal testicular bleeding and is no guarantee to feature at the T20 World Cup.
‘I’m bummed’: best Aussie hope bombs in Olympic final
Freestyle skiing great Jakara Anthony, Australia's biggest medal hope, has sensationally missed out on the medals in defence of her Olympic moguls title.
Australian stalwart shares LIV Golf lead with US star
Australia's Marc Leishman has a share of the lead after a stellar six under opening round at LIV Golf's Adelaide tournament.
London calling: Lockyer’s ‘two’ Broncos unite for cause
London Broncos and Brisbane have reconnected under Darren Lockyer's guidance as the league great unveils plans to continue to grow the brand in the UK capital.
James stands up as halfpipe snowboarder to beat
Scotty James will start favourite to win the gold medal in the men's snowboard halfpipe with the Australian great topping Olympic qualification in Livigno.
New Tigers deal for fan favourite elder statesman
Veteran NRL forward Alex Twal will remain with Wests Tigers until at least the end of the 2029 season after signing a contract extension.
‘Unfair’: Haas slams claims of Broncos coach fall out
Payne Haas has explained his reasons for leaving Brisbane to join South Sydney in 2027, insisting it has nothing to do with coach Michael Maguire.
Moses ready to feel free alongside Pezet at Eels
Mitch Moses is about to face the biggest halves change in his career at Parramatta, but he can see one big advantage in having Jonah Pezet next to him at No.6.
Three hits of GF heartbreak still driving Swans star
Three AFL grand final defeats remain as raw as ever for Isaac Heeney ahead of Sydney's second season under senior coach Dean Cox.
Bellamy ‘hopeful’ as Lomax saga rolls on
Storm coach Craig Bellamy is unsure whether he'll have Zac Lomax at his disposal this season, but is hopeful the star back's playing future can be sorted out.
‘That could be me’: McInnes unsure of Sharks future
Cronulla captain Cameron McInnes is unsure whether he'll be at the Sharks in 2027 as they grapple to keep their team together.
How fishing helped nurse NRL Cowboy back to health
North Queensland's Heilum Luki took an unorthodox approach to his recovery from a second ACL injury, buying a boat and hitting the water as much as possible.
Timms wary of Bendigo Spirit, Flyers in WNBL finals
Australian basketball legend Michele Timms believes both of the WNBL's semi-final clashes could go to a game three ahead of Saturday's matches.
‘Get into him early’: great’s warning to Amatosero
Dual international Wendell Sailor is tipping fireworks when his old clubs the NSW Waratahs and Queensland Reds clash in the Super Rugby Pacific season opener.
Bruise-free footy banished for State of Origin war
The AFL's biggest stars are promising to put their bodies on the line when Western Australia take on Victoria in a blockbuster State of Origin clash in Perth.