Aussies breathing down Sri Lanka’s neck thanks to Smith
Stand-in captain Steve Smith looked in ominous touch as Australia stormed into control of the second Test against Sri Lanka in Galle.
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Matildas winger out for rest of ALW season
Matildas winger Sharn Freier will miss the rest of the A-League Women season with an ankle injury, meaning her time at Brisbane Roar is over.
AFL Indigenous stars hope to inspire a new generation
Only one Indigenous player was selected in last year's national draft, but the AFL and clubs are working hard to ensure the drop is only a short-term blip.
Saints await scan results after AFL training carnage
Max King, Jack Sinclair and Mason Wood have all been injured at training and St Kilda are awaiting scan results on the trio.
Flagging interest: Aussie quarterback’s Games mission
Well-travelled quarterback Jared Stegman has set his sights on an Olympic appearance in 2028 as the NFL goes mainstream in Australia.
Wooden spoon Waratahs eye Super Rugby Pacific glory
The NSW Waratahs believe they can pull off an unprecedented feat and win the Super Rugby Pacific title a year after claiming the wooden spoon.
‘In a rush’: Suns captain to drag Rowell along for ride
Noah Anderson will take over as Gold Coast captain, while the Suns have made a big statement as they attempt to retain the services of midfielder Matt Rowell.
Bullets’ gun secure: Prather confirms NBL extension
Casey Prather has re-signed with the Brisbane Bullets after overcoming injury woes and reproducing some of his best form in a tough NBL season for the club.
Two-goal Fowler steers Man City into League Cup final
Matildas star Mary Fowler has lifted Manchester City into the League Cup final after her brace ensured a 2-1 win over Arsenal.
Donald gone, new Jillaroos coach makes big first move
Brad Donald has stood down as Jillaroos coach and his replacement has made a statement selection in her first act ahead of the side's Las Vegas tilt.
Force’s mullet man eyes Wallabies gold
One-Test England hooker Nic Dolly says he would love to represent the Wallabies, but first he wants to help Western Force into the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
Australia explain ‘incredibly tough’ call to axe Murphy
The decision to drop Todd Murphy was about Cooper Connolly's batting more than anything else, says Australian bowling coach Dan Vettori.
Armstrong triple-double sends message as Taipans bite
The Cairns Taipans' strong late-season form continued as NBA prospect Taran Armstrong guided his side to a 100-88 NBL win over the Brisbane Bullets.
Wallabies mentor Schmidt to step down in World Cup blow
Joe Schmidt has confirmed he won't steer the Wallabies through to the 2027 Rugby World Cup at home in a major disappointment for Australian rugby.
Taniela Tupou suddenly loving life at the NSW Waratahs
Star signing Taniela Tupou is hoping to put a couple of injury-riddled years behind him and peak for the NSW Waratahs and the Wallabies in 2025.
Fuming Phoenix held by Roar as ALM finals hopes dim
Wellington Phoenix disageed with a no-penalty ruling after an A-League Men 1-all draw with bottom-club Brisbane Roar.
Matildas great Williams out for rest of ALW season
Injured Melbourne Victory goalkeeper and Matildas great Lydia Williams will miss the rest of the A-League Women season, casting doubt over her playing future.
The Rioli effect: how Sun’s adjusting to star’s arrival
Joel Jeffrey's taking the competition for backline spots in his stride as Gold Coast recruit Daniel Rioli nears a return to full fitness.
Starc, Lyon important on ‘tight’ first day in Galle
Australia walked all over Sri Lanka in the Test series opener but things didn't come as easily on day one of the second Test in Galle.
Cowboys recruit finds fitness he never had at Tigers
New North Queensland signing John Bateman has found a new verve in Townsville as he prepares to start the season in the best shape of his recent career.
Lights, camera, action … Cam Smith out to star again
Ian Poulter has predicted a prosperous year for Cameron Smith ahead of LIV Golf's after-dark season opener on a floodlight Riyadh course.
Dates locked in for Australia’s West Indies tour
Australia will have only a matter of days between the World Test Championship Final and the first Test of their West Indies tour.
Broken collarbone won’t ruin Jakara’s bid for more gold
Olympic champion mogul skier Jakara Anthony hasn't skied since snapping her collarbone last year, but says she'll be ready to defend her title in Italy in 2026.
Driven Drua: Fijian flyer’s goal after Olympic medal
Olympic silver medallist Selestino Ravutaumada is hungry for more success, hoping his Fijian Drua outfit can lift the Super Rugby Pacific title this season.
A-League stalwart, City goalkeeper Jamie Young retires
Melbourne City veteran goalkeeper and A-League Men stalwart Jamie Young has retired from professional football, effective immediately.
Broncos centre back from brink after All Black’s help
Brisbane centre Delouise Hoeter's career was all but over after a serious knee injury last year but he's back in business after leaning on an All Blacks star.
AFL involved as NFL game set for MCG in September
The AFL has been a key part of negotiations for an regular-season NFL game to be played at the MCG next year, most likely in early September.
Broncos must regain winning template lost to Panthers
Brisbane's ability to win big moments without their best players has.been lost and the next era under new coach Michael Maguire must rediscover the art.
Steve Smith closing in on another batting milestone
Steve Smith brought up his 10,000th Test run in the first match of the Sri Lanka series and has another chance to enter the history books in the second game.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi switch confirmed, old foe a new ally
Dolphins veteran Felise Kaufusi has outlined a late-career positional change and his new regard for a former enemy who has joined the club.
Henriques steers NSW to one-day crushing of Tasmania
Moises Henriques and Ben Dwarshuis have starred as NSW moved to the top of the One-Day Cup table with a dominant win over Tasmania.