Lions say ‘no malice’ in Starcevich concussion incident
Brandon Starcevich's concussion will rule him out of AFL's opening round and put the spotlight again on players pushing opponents into marking contests.
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Marnus: Aussies want to silence crowd, not rely on rain
Marnus Labuschagne knows rain in Lahore could ease Australia into the Champions Trophy semi-finals - but he'd rather they go out and beat Afghanistan.
All teams to be offered Vegas trip before double-ups
The NRL will resist the temptation to bring back its more prominent clubs for second Las Vegas visits until every team has been offered a turn in Sin City.
‘Embarrassed’ Raiders apologise for Vegas dust-up
Canberra forwards Hudson Young and Morgan Smithies have fronted the press to apologise for brawling in the elevator of their Las Vegas hotel.
Sharks won’t be blinded by bright Las Vegas lights
Cronulla are the only NRL side that won't spend their entire US trip in Las Vegas, but the Sharks insist they won't be blinded by the lights on arrival.
Moses still battling foot injury ahead of round one
Parramatta's star halfback Mitch Moses has required several scans on the foot he injured last March, but the Eels are confident he will start the NRL season.
Under-pressure Naden hoping to miss just two months
Brent Naden suffered a sickening knee injury in the Wests Tigers' last NRL trial against Parramatta, but he hopes to be back on the field within two months.
Injured Storm star may miss Eels’ NRL season opener
Ryan Papenhuyzen has been ruled out of Melbourne's final NRL pre-season clash with the Cowboys, with the injured fullback no guarantee to play round one.
Oliver runs hot to give Dees huge boost in AFL hit-out
Melbourne have posted a 46-point win over North Melbourne, with the performance of midfielder Clayton Oliver the big highlight for Demons fans.
Waters pips Feeney in twin-Cam Supercars photo-finish
Tickford star Cam Waters has claimed back-to-back wins at the Sydney 500 after edging out rival Broc Feeney in the final seconds of the Supercars sprint.
More pain for Souths as Dragons clinch Charity Shield
Sione Finau has scored four first-half tries to help St George Illawarra claim a thumping 46-26 Charity Shield win over South Sydney.
Broncos install familiar face in key off-field role
Brisbane have made a key appointment to oversee the club's push to be a title contender, with Troy Thomson the new NRL general manager of football operations.
Injuries to star Broncos can’t sour win over Bulldogs
Brisbane's forwards and new recruit Ben Hunt shone, while injuries to three of their key men were confirmed as minor in the 30-14 trial win over Canterbury.
Inglis ton lifts Aussies to famous ODI win over England
Josh Inglis has cracked a glorious unbeaten 120 as Australia chased down England's record-setting 8-351 to win their Champions Trophy opener in Lahore.
Foran injury blow as hot Titans spine sinks Dolphins
Gold Coast veteran Kieran Foran has vowed to bounce back if scans reveal the worst on a biceps injury after Gold Coast fired in a 26-18 win over the Dolphins.
Refereeing under fire in dramatic Melbourne derby draw
Melbourne Victory and Melbourne City's coaches have lamented the refereeing of a dramatic 2-2 derby draw filled with controversy.
Sydney FC can’t land a blow in ALM stalemate at Glory
Perth Glory have been unable to take advantage of a fatigued Sydney FC at HBF Park, as the Sky Blues dug deep to secure a 0-0 A-League Men draw.
Victory coach says Melbourne derby needs more City fans
Melbourne Victory coach Arthur Diles wants to see a full crowd for the local derby against Melbourne City, and believes the game deserves the best referees.
Supercars stars keen to add aggression in title hunt
Tickford star Cam Waters has set the tone for the rest of the 2025 Supercars season after putting Broc Feeney to the sword for a stunning Sydney 500 win.
More woe for Rabbitohs as Dodd faces ban for high shot
Jamie Humphreys looks set to start the NRL season as South Sydney's halfback with import Lewis Dodd facing a 1-2 game suspension.
Waters pulls off Supercars wet whitewash in Sydney
Cam Waters has claimed three race wins from three pole positions in the season-opening Sydney 500 to launch himself to the top of the Supercars standings.
Matildas eye US bounce back after honest Japan review
The Matildas had a players-only meeting after their 4-0 loss to Japan and interim coach Tom Sermanni is confident they can regroup against the United States.
Blues’ top pick, Dees’ youngster to miss AFL season
Carlton's No.3 draft pick Jagga Smith has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament and will be sidelined for the entire AFL season.
Hetherington closes in on Broncos extension after talks
Brisbane are preparing to table a new contract offer to tough forward Kobe Hetherington, whose pre-season at lock has won over new coach Michael Maguire.
Bulls miss one-day final after crushing loss to WA
Wooden spooners WA have played the role of party poopers, defeating Queensland by six wickets to end the Bulls' One-Day Cup finals hopes.
Spirit, Fire strike first WNBL semi-final blows
Bendigo have secured their first WNBL finals win in 10 years, downing the Sydney Flames, while Townsville went one-up in their semi-final series against Perth.
Knights sensation Sharpe blunts woeful Roosters in rout
Newcastle put a dismal Sydney Roosters to the sword 48-10 as new Knights No.6 Fletcher Sharpe starred and Tricolours prop Spencer Leniu was put on report.
Cowboys cruise to big win over Storm in final NRL trial
North Queensland have run in seven tries to bank a comfortable 36-24 victory over a disjointed Melbourne outfit in their final NRL pre-season match.
Storm star ready to tackle round one after hip surgery
Cameron Munster says he's built confidence after his showing in Melbourne's final pre-season match, his first hit-out following hip surgery.
Australian guard Armstrong inks NBA deal with Warriors
Cairns Taipans guard Taran Armstrong has been rewarded for an outstanding NBL season, joining the Golden State Warriors on a two-way contract.
Leniu set for ban as NRL comes down hard on Rooster
Spencer Leniu is facing a minimum ban of two matches for his high shot on Phoenix Crossland, adding to the Roosters' woes after a weekend to forget.