Unwanted history looms for Archer against Smith
The battle between Jofra Archer and Steve Smith continues at the Gabba, but England's paceman has 0-96 from the 189 balls he has bowled at the Australian.
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Tigers confident Bula will stay on long-term extension
Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson is confident Jahream Bula will sign a multi-year deal at the NRL club, with talks moving beyond a one-year option for 2026.
England greats slam ‘amateurish’ resting for PM’s match
England's decision to fly to Queensland early instead of playing a pink-ball match has been slammed following their first Test capitulation in Perth.
‘Can’t keep everyone’: Sharks battle to retain squad
Cronulla have 17 players coming into the final year of their contract and coach Craig Fitzgibbon concedes it will be tough to keep them all in the Shire.
Eagles draftee Lindsay wants to carry on Selwood legacy
First-round draft pick Josh Lindsay wants to carry on the legacy of the late Troy Selwood after the former Lion helped him realise his AFL dream.
Two years without a win, Smith shifts to cruise control
After wincing his way through another winless year, Cameron Smith will attempt to recapture the "cruisy" mindset that originally catapulted him to the top.
Aussie pace aces gear up ahead of return for Ashes
Australia captain Pat Cummins has bowled with a pink ball in Sydney as the star paceman tries to prove his fitness for the second Ashes Test.
It’s chip and run for Reynolds towards bright future
Broncos captain Adam Reynolds will return to training on December 12 but his plans for 2027 will depend on an assessment of body and mind early next year.
‘I’m relevant’: landmark ton awaits title-hungry Scott
Adam Scott is set to notch 100 consecutive major appearances next year but says, at 45, he doesn't feel like the "old pro" even if he looks like it.
‘Selfish’ Lions shelve title talk in three-peat chase
They've won the past two AFL premierships and Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is in no mood for sharing as they aim to repeat club history.
‘Often imperfect’: North prepare for AFLW grand final
AFLW best-and-fairest winner Ash Riddell says North Melbourne's narrow preliminary final win over Melbourne was a good reminder about the Kangaroos' strengths.
How the Gabba Test pitch will perform under lights
Gabba pitch curator Dave Sandurski and Queensland stars Matt Renshaw and Xavier Bartlett outline why the second Test pitch should give bowlers and batters hope.
Massive grand final selection call looms at North
Mia King shapes as the burning selection question as North Melbourne hunt an AFLW flag, with Emma Kearney noting "heartbreak" is inevitable in grand final week.
Lightning strike out coach despite overtime WNBL win
Adelaide have fired another WNBL coach with Kerryn Mitchell departing the club immediately and Georgia Crouch stepping up as the interim coach.
Opetaia jumps at Jack after latest unification twist
Should he retain his own titles, Jai Opetaia will fly to Los Angeles and confront the new WBC champion in an attempt to finally lock in a unification bout.
‘Shouldn’t be allowed’: Matilda’s fixture frustration
Matildas veteran Michelle Heyman has lamented the A-League Women opting not to go on hiatus to observe FIFA's latest international window.
‘No fight, no plan’: NSW slammed for Shield collapse
A former NSW coach and star has taken the Blues to task for an unexpected day-four collapse to hand Tasmania a thumping Sheffield Shield win.
Connolly leads WA resistance in Shield draw with SA
Western Australian all-rounder Cooper Connolly has led the resistance with the bat in a drawn Sheffield Shield game against South Australia.
Lightning end dramatic 24 hours with loss to Townsville
A dramatic 24 hours for the Adelaide in which coach Kerryn Mitchell was sensationally sacked has ended on a sour note with a comprehensive loss to Townsville.
Adelaide pip Brisbane Heat in final-ball WBBL thriller
Adelaide have logged a tense last-ball win to leave Brisbane still winless after six games in the WBBL.
Lee sets new Aussie golf mark with fourth Norman medal
Minjee Lee's resurgent season, accentuated by a third major title, has been recognised with a record-extending fourth Greg Normal Medal.
Australia to face Sri Lanka in T20 World Cup group
Aussies have been drawn in same T20 World Cup group as co-hosts Sri Lanka but begin with a match against Ireland.
AFLW great Kearney yet to make call on playing future
North Melbourne veteran Emma Kearney has said playing in a third premiership this Saturday could "potentially'" affect her call on continuing next season.
It’s pot luck for Socceroos ahead of World Cup draw
Australia have avoided some of soccer's most powerful nations ahead of the 2026 World Cup draw, which features new tennis-style seeded tournament brackets.
‘Serious’: Lightning boss speaks out after coach axing
Just hours before playing Townsville, the Adelaide Lightning parted ways with coach Kerryn Mitchell, despite her posting a 3-4 record in the WNBL this season.
‘Not the right person’: Merrett gives up AFL captaincy
Essendon will announce a new captain after Zach Merrett stood down from the role in the aftermath of his dramatic failed move to Hawthorn.
Off the Leish: near misses fuel crack at elusive title
Marc Leishman doesn't want you to mistake his laid-back manner for indifference as the Australian favourite seeks to end his hometown title drought.
Kiwi’s aim to out-Fox the Americans and break Cup hold
Ryan Fox is firming for a Presidents Cup debut and Adam Scott wants to be there for a 12th time as the Internationals, under Geoff Ogilvy, plot an upset.
Matildas to ramp up Asian Cup prep in NZ friendlies
While their immediate sights are on friendlies against New Zealand, star Caitlin Foord says the Matildas are focused on their final Asian Cup preparations.
Cats recruit reunites with Bucks, eyes Smith link
Geelong draftee Hunter Holmes has detailed his "full-circle" moment with Nathan Buckley and is eager to link up with Cats superstar Bailey Smith.
AFLW grand final history beckons for North’s Birch
If North Melbourne cap their perfect season by beating Brisbane on Saturday night, Libby Birch will become the AFLW's first four-time premiership player.