Aussies’ ‘Vortex ban’ as Gardner demands more
Australia's women's T20 world champions want to pile on the runs in Brisbane before heading "into the unknown" to defend their title in Dubai.
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Sandon Smith bounces back from finals self doubt
Sandon Smith is feeling ready for the Sydney Roosters' grand final qualifier after bouncing back to form in the semi-final defeat of Manly.
Goorjian keen for HoopsFest to stay a round-one fixture
The NBL's inaugural HoopsFest was a resounding success, with Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian saying it brought 'attention and goodness' to the sport.
Cripps has record vote haul for second AFL Brownlow
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has dominated the AFL Brownlow Medal, polling a record 45 votes to win the award for the second time.
Olympic champ Grace Brown seals career with world title
Australian cycling great Grace Brown has put the seal on her glittering career by winning the world individual time trial championship in Zurich.
Bodey stars for Hawks as Crows remain unbeaten in AFLW
AFLW juggernaut Adelaide have gone 4-0 to put themselves in a strong position to challenge for a record-extending fourth premiership.
Starcevich says AFLW Lions’ game should be in Melbourne
Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich says the big AFLW game against Adelaide should be moved to Melbourne, ahead of their men taking on Sydney in the grand final.
Dangerfield avoids AFL suspension for McCluggage tackle
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield was fined for his dump tackle on Brisbane opponent Hugh McCluggage in Saturday night's AFL preliminary final.
Aussies apply brakes, Kiwis sink to ninth-straight loss
Australia were bowled out for 142 but restricted New Zealand to 112 to win their T20 series in Mackay for the Kiwis' ninth-straight loss in the format.
Swans hold off Giants in frenetic finish for AFLW win
Three goals were kicked in the last two minutes as Sydney beat GWS by three points, with Cynthia Hamilton starring in the final term for the Swans.
Bulldogs smash Magpies for first AFLW win of season
The Western Bulldogs have secured their first win under new AFLW coach Tamara Hyett, booting eight straight goals to smash Collingwood by 42 points.
Broncos NRLW minor premiers despite Roosters’ triumph
The Sydney Roosters have narrowly missed out on claiming the NRLW minor premiership, falling six points short on differential after beating Parramatta 32-18.
Tony Popovic set to become next Socceroos coach
Former Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne Victory coach Tony Popovic is on the cusp of being installed as the next manager of the Socceros.
Crows crush Essendon to go top of AFLW ladder
Adelaide have powered to a 33-point win against Essendon, maintaining their unbeaten start to the AFLW season.
Wounded Lion Payne all heart in Brisbane win
Towering Brisbane Lions defender Jack Payne "fought to the death" to pull off a goal-saving tackle late in the tense preliminary final win against Geelong.
Tough start for Geelong as Fire snare HoopsFest crown
The Townsville Fire have been crowned the WNBL's HoopsFest champions, with new team Geelong enduring a tough tournament.
AFL flag is Neale’s key focus as Brownlow history looms
Brisbane star Lachie Neale will join one of the AFL's most revered clubs if he defies the odds again on Monday night and wins his third Brownlow Medal.
Cripps, Daicos the AFL Brownlow Medal favourites
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps and Collingwood star Nick Daicos are the standout favourites for Monday's Brownlow Medal count.
Swans sweat McDonald, Mills fitness for AFL decider
An ankle injury to Logan McDonald has added to Sydney's injury concerns, with the key forward absent from training ahead of the AFL grand final.
Grand final could be Swan-song for Luke Parker
The Swans' sole remaining 2012 premiership player Luke Parker says they are a better team than the 2022 beaten grand finalists.
Isaah Yeo to enter rarefied air in preliminary final
Inspirational lock forward Isaah Yeo will set a new record for most NRL appearances at Penrith when he runs out in the preliminary final against Cronulla.
Guthrie backs brother, Cats to bounce back in 2025
Cam Guthrie's experience will be crucial for Geelong as they seek to bounce back from their AFL preliminary final heartbreak and reload in 2025.
Brutal Roosters belt each other before battering Manly
The Sydney Roosters have revealed how they spent a week belting each other at training to put their finals run back on track, before taking down Manly.
Melbourne’s Katoa switches Wallabies dream for league
Eli Katoa says he wanted to play for the Wallabies rather than the Melbourne Storm but took a chance on rugby league to support his family back in Tonga.
Trindall hopes he’s on track to regaining Sharks’ trust
Cronulla five-eighth Braydon Trindall wants to win back the trust of Sharks teammates, after rebounding from off-field issues to star in the finals.
Dangerfield rallies Cats to regroup after heartbreak
Geelong veteran Mark Blicavs says captain Patrick Dangerfield quickly rallied the Cats after their heartbreaking preliminary final loss to Brisbane on Saturday.
Cheika’s Leicester reign off to a winning start
Michael Cheika is off to perfect start as his new Leicester Tigers side snatch a dramatic late victory at Exeter Chiefs in English rugby's Premiership.
Lions tweak travel plans for another AFL grand final
The Brisbane Lions will fly to Melbourne on Wednesday, a day earlier than last year, as they attempt to atone for their heartbreaking 2023 grand final defeat.
Scott laments ‘price of admission’ after Cats bow out
While Geelong have showed great consistency under coach Chris Scott, winning two flags, they've now also lost six preliminary finals during his tenure.
‘Hollow’ to lose but Manly can be proud of season: DCE
Daly Cherry-Evans says Manly took big strides in Anthony Seibold's second season, which ended with a semi-final loss to the Sydney Roosters.
No panic for Cairns despite worrying round-one fadeout
The Cairns Taipans were blown away in their 102-75 loss to Illawarra in Perth, but coach Adam Forde says his team's problems are a quick fix.