Hazlewood returns, but Boland’s summer far from over
Josh Hazlewood has overcome a side strain to be fit for the third Test against India, leaving Scott Boland back out of Australia's side at the Gabba.
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Raiders add flyer to long-term list of young talent
Canberra speedster Xavier Savage will remain a Raider until the end of 2027, joining fellow young gun Kaeo Weekes in committing to the NRL club long-term.
Ambitious Kai Trewin making his mark at Melbourne City
Melbourne City's Kai Trewin has established himself as one of the best young defenders in the A-League Men and a Socceroos berth seems inevitable.
Olympic champ Jakara Anthony suffers broken collarbone
Olympic champion Jakara Anthony has undergone surgery after breaking her collarbone in a training fall, ruling her out of the next moguls World Cup round.
Winnington a world-beating winner again in Budapest
Elijah Winnington has struck gold for Australia at the world short-course swimming championships in Budapest - the venue where he won his first global crown.
PNG NRLW team still on the cards, but not in 2028
A Papua New Guinea team will enter the NRL in 2028, but it will be a while before a side features in the corresponding women's competition.
PNG on a 10-year journey to transform the NRL
Papua New Guinea's NRL team is still more than three years away from playing its first game, but is already carrying high expectations.
‘I had a mare’: Marsh opens up on Adelaide clanger
Mitch Marsh was honest when he spoke about a non-review in Adelaide that cost him his wicket against India, and has backed Steve Smith to find form in Brisbane.
Bullets’ comeback sours Sobey’s return to Brisbane
Brisbane import Keandre Cook has scored a career-high 33 points to lead the Bullets to a 116-108 come-from-behind victory over South East Melbourne.
Sevens stars join Super Rugby to push World Cup claims
The Wallaroos could be boosted by some strike power, with superstar Maddison Levi among nine sevens players looking to play in the 15-a-side World Cup.
Hazlewood survives crucial off-site net session
Josh Hazlewood has enhanced his chances of playing in the third Test against India at the Gabba, while Mitch Marsh is confident he is back bowling uninhibited.
Kyrgios can shine on Australian Open return: Kokkinakis
Thanasi Kokkinakis is adamant Nick Kyrgios can impress on his Australian Open return, but the pair are not guaranteed to revisit their 2022 doubles heroics.
Glory owner Ross Pelligra to pay off $1m tax bill
Perth Glory owner Ross Pelligra remains committed to the A-League Men club despite being hit by a surprise wind-up order by the tax department.
Marsh to take on Bumrah rather than wait for inevitable
Australia allrounder Mitchell Marsh has thrived when adopting a counterpunching style and he intends to continue that approach against Jasprit Bumrah.
NRL hopes Perth expansion will be a done deal ‘shortly’
The NRL has provided an update on its plans to establish a franchise in Perth on the same day it officially announced its Papua New Guinea expansion team.
Bumrah bowls as skipper Rohit offers hint of opening
India's strike weapon Jasprit Bumrah got through 30 minutes of bowling unscathed in Brisbane, while Rohit Sharma showed signs he could open the batting.
Papua New Guinea public to determine new NRL team name
The NRL is already home to Panthers, Broncos, Sharks and Warriors, but it will be up to the Papua New Guinean public to determine the nickname of the next team.
PNG entry reflects NRL expansion mindset at its best
The entry of a PNG NRL side in 2028 will take rugby league to a new frontier in another sign of how the game thrives on bold and visionary expansion decisions.
City star McNamara set for A-League Women return
Melbourne City are set to welcome back highly-rated attacker Holly McNamara from injury for their A-League Women clash with Canberra United.
China benched, PNG takes field in sport-security pact
Australia is putting $600 million towards a team from Papua New Guinea joining the NRL but will pull its support if Port Moresby breaks "strategic trust".
Bulldogs $6m abuse payout slashed, but verdict upheld
A man abused by a Bulldogs volunteer as a child has had his almost-$6 million payout from the AFL club more than halved, but his lawyers say it is still a win.
Papenhuyzen sticks with Storm through 2026 season
Admitting Melbourne's initial offer was an ego blow, fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is comfortable about his Storm future after signing a contract extension.
NRL sure PNG team can be strong despite November 1 rule
A PNG-based team is set to enter the NRL in 2028, but current rules mean they must wait almost two years to begin negotiating with contracted players.
PM bets his ‘life’ NRL players will be safe in PNG
The NRL will feature a Papua New Guinea-based franchise from 2028 after two years of planning culminated in an official announcement in Sydney.
Stats show top order crucial for third Test in Brisbane
Data shows surviving the new ball is crucial in determining the eventual winner in Tests at the Gabba, putting the onus on Australia's top order in Brisbane.
Ex-Bomber Zaharakis to race Ironman world championships
David Zaharakis played 226 AFL games, but now the 34-year-old is preparing to compete in his first Ironman 70.3 world championship.
Mining giants sued over alleged sexual harassment
Hundreds of women who worked at BHP and Rio Tinto will be contacted as part of a lawsuit over alleged harassment at mining sites.
New Eagle Graham grateful for his time at Tigerland
New West Coast recruit Jack Graham hopes he can play a key role in the club's midfield under new coach Andrew McQualter.
McSweeney relishes another battle with Bumrah at Gabba
Australia opener Nathan McSweeney has relished his tough initiation to Test cricket against Jasprit Bumrah and hopes the India star plays at the Gabba.
Isaah Yeo wins rugby league’s Golden Boot award
Penrith co-captain Isaah Yeo has been crowned international rugby league's player of the year, capping another stellar season for the lock forward.
Fake paramedic convicted as warning to others
A man who falsely passed himself off as a paramedic at several motocross events, including two where children were injured, has been convicted but not jailed.