CA delighted with results of shortened WBBL
The shortened WBBL has pulled in bigger crowds and television ratings, with Cricket Australia believing it vindicates the decision to tighten the schedule.
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Vindicated Voll ready for WBBL showdown with Brisbane
Georgia Voll's decision to leave Brisbane for the Sydney Thunder is set to net her an Australian cap, and now she is ready to take down the Heat in WBBL finals.
Benji ‘unsure’ if John Bateman will be at Tigers in ’25
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall admits he does not know whether John Bateman will play for the NRL club in 2025 but wants the situation resolved promptly.
Patience is a virtue for ALM strugglers Perth Glory
Despite being winless after five A-League Men games, Perth Glory coach David Zdrilic remains confident the results will come alongside their off-pitch rebuild.
Katoa returns early as Dolphins move on from Hunt
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa is back at training two weeks ahead of schedule in another sign of why missing out on signing Ben Hunt isn't all doom and gloom.
Gold Coast’s prized recruit Rioli suffers knee injury
Gold Coast recruit Daniel Rioli could require knee surgery after being hurt at one of his first training sessions with the Suns.
Return to Cowboys not in Brandon Smith’s NRL sights
Sydney Roosters No.9 Brandon Smith wants his future sorted by the time he returns from his ACL rupture, but a swap deal to North Queensland is not preferred.
Kangaroos’ Randall desperate for elusive AFLW flag
North Melbourne forward Tahlia Randall is preparing for her fourth AFLW grand final and is determined to break through for a first premiership.
England women crush South Africa to win T20 series
WBBL batter Danni Wyatt-Hodge has cracked 78 in 45 balls and Sarah Glenn taken 4-20 as England eased to a 36-run victory in the second T20 against South Africa.
Matildas ready to lock horns with old foes Brazil
The Matildas will face familiar foes Brazil once again as they prepare to celebrate retiring great Clare Polkinghorne's last game in Brisbane.
Herbert nabs Aust Open lead as Smith also runs hot
In-form Lucas Herbert has snatched the Australian Open lead as smarting pre-tournament favourite Cameron Smith also ran hot in the first round.
Litchfield takes Thunder to one win from WBBL final
Phoebe Litchfield has stood up when it mattered most, lifting the Sydney Thunder to a six-wicket win over Hobart in their knockout WBBL final.
Victoria top of the Shield after skittling Queensland
Queensland have slumped to a 90-run defeat to Victoria in the Sheffield Shield, after a number of inexplicable final-day dismissals.
In-form Green fires warning to Australian Open field
Fresh off a stellar three-title season in the USA, golf ace Hannah Green says she's never been better placed to win an Australian Open.
Brazil ready for their own Women’s World Cup
Brazil are entering a new era and are determined to find a winning formula ahead of hosting the Women's World Cup in 2027.
Cameron Smith slams organisers for US-style Open set-up
Tournament drawcard Cameron Smith has lashed officials for preparing an American-style course set up for the Australian Open golf championship in Melbourne.
Min Woo’s knee woes hamper Open golf preparation
Partially dislocating his knee rolling over in bed, Min Woo Lee says the injury has limited his preparation for the Australian Open in Melbourne.
Matildas great Polkinghorne ready for Brisbane send-off
Matildas great Clare Polkinghorne will soak up every minute of her final international game in Brisbane when Australia takes on Brazil.
Australia weigh up adding Webster to Adelaide squad
Australia are considering bringing Beau Webster into their squad for the Adelaide Test, as cover for allrounder Mitch Marsh.
More tears and tributes for Hughes on sad anniversary
The family of Phillip Hughes issued a touching tribute to the popular cricketer before an emotional ceremony at the SCG on the 10th anniversary of his death.
Defector Richardson laughs off AusCycling life ban
Matthew Richardson says AusCycling's lifetime ban on him is like firing someone who has already left but hopes they will understand his defection to GB in time.
Kellaway ton puts Vics in the box seat against Bulls
Queensland have slumped to 3-58 chasing 329 for victory in their day-night Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria.
Marinoff adds MVP award to AFLW honours
Adelaide captain Ebony Marinoff has been voted the AFL Players' Association Most Valuable Player, a day after winning the AFLW best and fairest.
Australian Olympic Committee chief Carroll to quit
Matt Carroll says he's resigning as chief executive of the Australian Olympic Committee.
Aussies stick with same squad after Perth Test smashing
Australia are standing firm in the wake of a series-opening smashing by India in Perth, sticking with the same squad for the pink-ball Test in Adelaide.
Longmire’s path to coaching greatness began in pain
John Longmire's path to become one of the AFL's most successful modern-day coaches began in pain.
Saifiti hungry like the Woolf for Dolphins’ finals push
New Dolphins prop Daniel Saifiti insists a close bond with coach Kristian Woolf from his Newcastle days can help revive his NSW career.
Matildas ready to test mettle against Brazil
Star forward Caitlin Foord is raring for an opportunity for the Matildas to test themselves against Brazil in Queensland.
Ex-Dog Bailey Smith set to immediately lift Cats
Geelong's reigning AFL best and fairest winner Max Holmes can't wait to start playing alongside boom recruit Bailey Smith.
Hunt joins Broncos until 2026 with unfinished business
Ben Hunt has signed a two-year deal with Brisbane, ending speculation about his future in the NRL.
Leishman’s major lure driving his Australian Open push
Ex-British Open runner-up Marc Leishman says the chance to earn a spot at Portrush in 2025 is added motivation to win this week's Australian Open in Melbourne.