NRL backs mid-air tackle call in Manly loss to Warriors
Manly fumed after the referee chose not to award them a penalty at a crucial stage of the must-win game with the Warriors but the NRL has stood by the decision.
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Tigers lock down NRL halves pairing with Sezer signing
Former Canberra halfback Aidan Sezer will return to the NRL in 2024, signing a one-year contract with Benji Marshall's Wests Tigers.
Jonassen has eyes on T20 World Cup in Bangladesh
Australia spinner Jess Jonassen enjoyed a successful international T20 campaign in 2014 in Bangladesh and hopes to return next year a wiser and a better bowler.
‘Doubt me more’: Best thriving as Knights surge on
Bradman Best is crediting new levels of self-belief for turning him into one of the form centres in the NRL.
Meaney open to utility role as Papenhuyzen nears return
Melbourne could use their Mr Fix-It Nick Meaney from the bench once Ryan Papenhuyzen returns from a long-term knee injury.
Latrell Mitchell ‘burning” about ‘brain snap’ ban
There is a strong chance Latrell Mitchell might not play in the NRL again this season after choosing to take an early guilty plea for elbowing Tyson Frizell.
AFL star Daicos ‘ahead of schedule’ with knee recovery
Collingwood star Nick Daicos has ditched the crutches and is attempting to return for the Magpies' finals series earlier than expected.
Olympics boss ‘confident’ in Brisbane games organisers
Australian Olympic officials and Brisbane 2032 games organisers have been quizzed about their preparations for the world's biggest sporting event.
Hammer back as Dolphins No.1 for Drinkwater showdown
Dolphins star Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is back at fullback and ready to end the finals hopes of the Cowboys and former teammate and No.1 combatant Scott Drinkwater.
Sydney derby opener as ALW targets Matildas momentum
The A-League Women season kicks off with a Sydney derby at Allianz Stadium, with league bosses targeting the biggest domestic attendance in Australian history.
Injured Smith, Starc ruled out of South Africa tour
Australia stars Steve Smith and Mitchell Starc are out of the white-ball tour of South Africa as they try to prove their fitness for the ODI World Cup.
‘Refreshed’ Hardwick prepares to become Suns coach
Damien Hardwick is on the verge of being confirmed as Gold Coast AFL coach after arriving back in Australia following an extended European vacation.
Top-four-bound Warriors deny Manly in NRL thriller
The Warriors remain on course for a top-four finish after ending Manly's NRL finals hopes with a Dallin Watane-Zelezniack-inspired 29-22 victory in Auckland.
Tedesco concussed as Roosters dent Eels’ finals hopes
The Sydney Roosters' resurgence has continued with a 34-12 defeat of Parramatta, but a concussion to star fullback James Tedesco is cause for concern.
Seibold livid as ‘dud’ calls end Manly’s finals hopes
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has been left seething after believing a 'dud' decision for the second week in a row ended the Sea Eagles' NRL finals hopes.
Lions survive Magpies challenge for crucial AFL win
The Brisbane Lions are one win away from securing a top-two finish after downing premiership favourites Collingwood by 24 points at Marvel Stadium.
Roosters shrug at tackle that concussed skipper Tedesco
James Tedesco was concussed in the Sydney Roosters' victory over Parramatta, but coach Trent Robinson had no qualms with the shot that struck his captain down.
Collingwood attempt to fix defensive woes before finals
After being blown away by the lethal Brisbane forward line, Collingwood will need to fix up their defensive woes with finals fast approaching.
Eels ‘weren’t up to it’ in 2023: Coach Arthur
Parramatta's finals hopes are all but over, leaving coach Brad Arthur to rue a season of missed chances for the reigning runners-up.
Wounded Lions star Neale finds form in Magpies showdown
Worn down by illness and injury, Brisbane star Lachie Neale found his best form to help the Lions to a crucial 24-point victory over ladder-leaders Collingwood.
Bennett backs Benji, reflects on final Sheens duel
Wayne Bennett and Tim Sheens have had "wonderful" times coaching against each other since the 1980s and they prepare to do it one final time.
Sam Kerr not done yet with Women’s World Cups
Matildas captain Sam Kerr hopes to attend a fifth Women's World Cup in 2027 but she doesn't know how many of her teammates will go around again.
Matildas to embrace last chance at WWC history
The Matildas are determined to take a bronze medal away from the Women's World Cup and coach Tony Gustavsson won't hand out jerseys based on emotion.
Major boost for women’s sport as broadcast changes loom
The Albanese government will roll out $200 million in funding for women's sport and overhaul broadcast rules in the wake of the Matildas' world cup tilt.
Souths NRL premiership-winner Kyle Turner dies aged 31
South Sydney premiership-winner and Indigenous All Stars representative Kyle Turner has died at the age of 31.
Wighton to miss Canberra’s vital clash against Bulldogs
Star five-eighth Jack Wighton will be missing for Canberra as they chase a much-needed win against Canterbury to firm up their NRL finals hopes.
Spain revolt ‘overshadows’ WWC showdown with England
Spain play in their first Women's World Cup final but a cloud hangs over boss Jorge Vilda as they prepare to face England at Stadium Australia.
Roosters, Sharks post NRLW wins, Dragons pinch thriller
The Sydney Roosters confirmed their status as the NRLW's benchmark team in a 30-8 win over Gold Coast as St George Illawarra and Cronulla also posted victories.
Mitchell return to best is team effort: Souths coach
Jason Demetriou is pleased with Latrell Mitchell's form since returning from injury and says Souths' No.1 will continue to improve alongside his teammates.
Broncos’ Reynolds injured, will miss Raiders clash
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has sustained a calf injury at training and will miss at least one week of NRL action with Jock Madden to play against Canberra.
Weary Matildas slump to Sweden loss in WWC play-off
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has defended his selection policy after his fatigued Australia side lost their Women's World Cup third-place play-off to Sweden.