McStay takes his moment in Magpies’ big finals win
Collingwood forward Daniel McStay fought through a difficult opening to the qualifying to produce a match-winning cameo during the third term against Melbourne.
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Talakai flips script on Hynes after NSW Origin pain
Cronulla centre Siosifa Talakai has detailed the heart-to-heart conversations that helped turn around Nicho Hynes' season after his State of Origin torment.
Storm optimistic as Papenhuyzen undergoes surgery
Melbourne football boss Frank Ponissi has provided an update after Ryan Papenhuyzen had surgery on the broken ankle he suffered in the finals loss to Brisbane.
Broncos whip injury-hit Storm to end 14-year hoodoo
Brisbane have belted Melbourne 26-0 in their first win at Suncorp Stadium over them since 2009 as the Storm lost Xavier Coates and Ryan Papenhuyzen to injuries.
Reynolds’ masterclass ends Broncos’ Storm hoodoo
Brisbane halfback Adam Reynolds has done what he was recruited to do, masterminding a drought-breaking NRL finals defeat of Melbourne.
Snapshot of Brisbane’s qualifying final defeat of Storm
A quick look at Brisbane's 26-0 qualifying final defeat of Melbourne at Suncorp Stadium on Friday.
McKay hurt as Blues edge Swans in AFL finals thriller
Carlton have held off a late challenge from Sydney to win an enthralling AFL elimination final by six points but lost key forward Harry McKay to injury.
World surf climax on hold as hurricane swell nears
The WSL Finals could be run on Sunday morning (AEST) after officials opted not to commence action when the window opened at California's Lower Trestles.
Dark days shaped Broncos’ next generation: Capewell
Brisbane back-rower Kurt Capewell joined the club after a horror stretch he thinks helped ready the Broncos' emerging stars for their 2023 NRL title push.
Martin’s emotional Penrith return six years in making
Warriors half Te Maire Martin will play his first game at Penrith in six years in the NRL's finals, having faced several challenges since leaving the Panthers.
Fast-starting Sharks look to get the jump on Roosters
Statistics show Cronulla are far superior to their elimination-final opponents the Sydney Roosters when it comes to starting games well in 2023.
Port task to stop Cameron ‘lighting up Gabba’ in 200th
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley believes his backline's spread of speed can curb Charlie Cameron in the Brisbane Lions flyer's 200th AFL game.
MCG stage has Saints, Giants buzzing for finals battle
St Kilda will host a final against GWS in front of about 65,000 at the MCG, with the Giants confident their form is better than the last time they were there.
Eddie Jones ‘would be feeling the pinch’, says Hooper
Former Wallabies captain Michael Hooper suspects Eddie Jones will be feeling the pressure entering the Rugby World Cup after five straight defeats this year.
Up-and-coming artists on show at Primavera
The 32nd Primavera show has opened at the Museum of Modern Art in Sydney, with works from the latest crop of emerging artists under 35.
GWS powers into semi-finals with MCG win over St Kilda
GWS, who finished 16th in 2022, are through to a semi-final after overcoming St Kilda by 24 points in a high-scoring elimination final at the MCG.
Ayers, Altschwager snatch rowing gold at worlds
Nikki Ayers and Jed Altschwager have won gold in the PR3 mixed doubles at the world rowing championship in Belgrade to qualify the boat for the Paris Olympics.
Ricky’s Raiders dare to dream ahead of Knights showdown
Canberra's Ricky Stuart says his side's NRL finals clash with Newcastle is one of the easiest he's ever coached, with the Raiders written off from the start.
Champ Adesanya, underdog Tuivasa top Sydney UFC card
Middleweight champ Israel Adesanya won't underestimate challenger Sean Strickland, while local Tai Tuivasa is looking for an upset win in Sydney's UFC 293 card.
Leckie out for six weeks, Arnold to test new Socceroos
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold has promised to change his team and their roles against Mexico while winger Mathew Leckie is sidelined for around six weeks.
Why Knights’ winning run means little for NRL finals
Newcastle's hot end to the NRL season may mean little in September, with data revealing teams with similar form guides lose more finals games than they win.
Six-goal Stanton leads Suns slaughter of Eagles
A spectacular six-goal performance from milestone player Jamie Stanton has inspired Gold Coast to a record-breaking 73-point win over a hapless West Coast.
Knights top of NRLW ladder after huge Roosters upset
Fullback Tamika Upton has put on a clinic to lead Newcastle to an upset 20-4 win against the Sydney Roosters.
Key forward Davidson steers Lions past Port in AFLW
Brisbane have made amends for their AFLW opening-round loss by easily accounting for Port Adelaide by 50 points, with key forward Dakota Davidson starring.
Scheer class helps Cats fight off surging Swans
A hat-trick from Jackie Parry and five goals by Chloe Scheer have helped Geelong beat the hard-working Swans by 27 points at North Sydney Oval.
Panthers set for Luai boost after Warriors thumping
With a 32-6 walloping of the Warriors, reigning champions Penrith have moved to within one win of a fourth straight NRL grand final appearance.
Webster confident in Johnson to return for NRL semi
Shaun Johnson's absence cost the Warriors dearly in a big qualifying-final loss to Penrith but their coach is confident he will return for next week.
Snapshot of the Giants’ AFL elimination final win
A look at Greater Western Sydney's 24-point AFL elimination final win over St Kilda at the MCG that booked the Giants' spot in a semi-final.
Walker helps Roosters pip Sharks in elimination final
Sam Walker has kicked a late field goal to help the Sydney Roosters to a gripping 13-12 NRL elimination final win over Cronulla.
Lions pull away from misfiring Port to book AFL prelim
Hugh McCluggage and Cam Rayner stood up as Brisbane answered plenty of questions in a 48-point AFL qualifying final defeat of Port Adelaide at the Gabba.
Flying Warner and Head on Bradman-esque pace in ODIs
Marnus Labuschagne and David Warner have shone as Australia gave South Africa a 123-run ODI hiding in the latest promising hit-out before the World Cup.