Osaka unfazed about early Brisbane International exit
Naomi Osaka's comeback event has been short-lived, the dual Aussie Open winner losing to fellow ex-world No.1 Karolina Pliskova at the Brisbane International.
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Walters leads Heat to victory over Sixers in BBL
Unbeaten ladder-leaders Brisbane Heat have scored a three-run win over the Sydney Sixers in a rain-affected top-of-the-table BBL clash in Coffs Harbour.
Skipper Cummins claims five, Pakistan fight back late
Pat Cummins has enjoyed another red-letter day as Australia's premier quick with his third straight five-wicket haul helping dismiss Pakistan for 313 in Sydney.
Carey keeps hoping to win back spot in Aussie ODI side
Australian wicketkeeper Alex Carey has his sights set on winning back his ODI spot after being dropped during the successful World Cup campaign in India.
Perry falls as Australia trail India by 31 runs at tea
Approaching a half-century, Ellyse Perry has fallen to a sharp catch shortly before tea to stall Australia's fightback in the Mumbai Test against India.
Wade, Meredith back for ‘Canes against Renegades in BBL
The Hurricanes will welcome back Matthew Wade and Riley Meredith for their Big Bash clash against the Melbourne Renegades in Hobart.
Hawks cop NBL hammering as Tassie bounce back
Forward Will Magnay has had a huge early impact as the Tasmania JackJumpers blew apart Illawarra 100-89 to snap a two-game NBL losing streak.
Maclaren denied winner as City, Victory draw in derby
Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory have played out a fiery 0-0 A-League Men draw with Jamie Maclaren denied a would-be matchwinner.
United outlast Wildcats in heavyweight overtime battle
Ian Clark has taken over with 13 points in overtime as Melbourne outlasted Perth under the stars in a John Cain Arena NBL classic.
Australia lead by 46 runs but India well placed in Test
Tahlia McGrath has starred again, scoring 73 to raise Australia's hopes in the Mumbai Test, but India remain in the box seat with a day to play.
Atwell shoots Lynx past Flyers, Melbourne stars again
Jade Melbourne's hot form has continued for Capitals while Amy Atwell shot Perth Lynx past the Southside Flyers in the WNBL's battle for outright second place.
City back Jamie Maclaren to rediscover scoring boots
Melbourne City captain Jamie Maclaren has had a difficult start to the season but coach Aurelio Vidmar has backed the star striker to find form.
Opetaia delivers with clinical knockout in first round
Jai Opetaia has stopped Ellis Zorro with a brutal first-round knockout in a statement performance following the controversial vacation of his IBF world title.
Ross Aloisi leaves the Roar for China
Brisbane Roar coach Ross Aloisi has stepped down and been replaced at the A-League Men's fifth-placed club by Luciano Trani.
Comanche backed for Syd-Hob defence in any weather
With uncertainty over the Sydney to Hobart weather conditions, Andoo Comanche's skipper is confident his boat can thrive come rain or shine.
36ers end rut by unwrapping an NBL win over the Bullets
Brisbane star Nathan Sobey was in an unstoppable mood but Adelaide had more contributors as they returned to winning ways in the NBL.
Turning down IPL riches has helped Starc’s Test career
Mitchell Starc has given up potentially more than $10 million by skipping the Indian Premier League for years but the star Australian quick has no regrets.
Australia slump to first Test loss to India
India have beaten Australia in a women's Test for the first time, romping to an eight-wicket victory in their one-off match in Mumbai.
Curran’s BBL ban stands after failed appeal
Sydney Sixers' star import Tom Curran has failed in his appeal against a four-game Big Bash League suspension for umpire intimidation.
Critics have to eat their words: Glory coach Stajcic
Rumours of Perth's A-League Men demise have been greatly exaggerated, insists Glory coach Alen Stajcic after his side's 3-2 comeback win over Macarthur.
Healy rejects talk of Australia’s dynasty ending
Australia captain Alyssa Healy has moved to quickly shut down any suggestion that her side's era of dominance is ending after a Test loss in India.
Boxing Day miracle as Wild Thing set for Sydney-Hobart
Only weeks ago, Wild Thing 100's rivals were unsure she'd make it to the Sydney to Hobart start, now the upgraded supermaxi is ready to challenge for honours.
Cummins offers support for Khawaja’s banned dove symbol
Usman Khawaja won't be allowed to display a dove symbol during the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan as Australia look to take an unbeatable series lead.
Raiders recruit Troy Dargan dies in motorcycle crash
Canberra recruit Troy Dargan has passed away in a motorcycle accident while on holiday in the Cook Islands, his management have confirmed.
Gutsy Phoenix defy the odds to beat JackJumpers
The South East Melbourne Phoenix had it all stacked against them but delivered a Christmas Day performance full of heart to beat the Tasmania JackJumpers 85-77.
Cummins forecasts Boland Test recall in near future
Scott Boland has failed to force his way into the Australian bowling line-up for the second Test against Pakistan but might not have to wait long for a recall.
30 skydives: How champion skipper prepared for Syd-Hob
While others were readying their boats, Andoo Comanche skipper John Winning Jr spent some lead-up to the Sydney to Hobart repeatedly jumping out of a plane.
Syd-Hob’s Scallywag retires, Comanche leads into night
SHK Scallywag retired from the Sydney to Hobart just hours after the start of the iconic race, leaving the three other supermaxis to push for line honours.
Aussies finish rain-interrupted Boxing Day on 3-187
Australia have gone to stumps at 3-187 following a stop-start Boxing Day Test at the MCG against Pakistan.
Warner, Hussey proud of Khawaja’s humanitarian stance
Australian cricket great Mike Hussey has expressed his pride for Usman Khawaja with how the opener is speaking about his personal beliefs.
Doolittle does plenty as Perth see off Cairns in NBL
Kristian Doolittle and Bryce Cotton combined to lead Perth to a 105-102 home win over Cairns to ensure they stayed clear in second on the NBL ladder.