Matildas dynamo Cooney-Cross ready to unlock Uzbekistan
Matildas dynamo Kyra Cooney-Cross believes she can be the creative spark to help unlock Uzbekistan's defence and seal qualification for the Paris Olympics.
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Blues star Walsh’s return unclear due to ‘grumbly’ back
Carlton star Sam Walsh is dealing with a "grumbly" back issue, and the Blues are unsure when he will be available to play.
Constant presence behind Nonggorr’s ‘hectic’ rise
Queensland Reds prop Zane Nonggorr's whirlwind finish to 2023 has armed him with a sense of responsibility at club level under Les Kiss's new regime.
Young gun Jorgensen desperate to be let off the leash
Darren Coleman says young gun Max Jorgensen is like a dog on a leash waiting to be set free ahead of his comeback in the Waratahs' Super Rugby season opener.
Mixed season but Kings deserve finals: Shaun Bruce
The Sydney Kings snuck into the NBL finals but veteran Shaun Bruce says there's no question the back-to-back reigning champions deserve to be there.
Hazlewood, Zampa pin NZ as Aussies claim T20 series
Australia have won their three-match T20 series in New Zealand, holding the Black Caps to 102 at Eden Park for a 72-run victory in game two.
BMX star Reynolds picks her battles for fourth Olympics
Lauren Reynolds equalled Australia's best Olympic finish for women BMX racers at the Tokyo Games and believes she has more to give in Paris this year.
Upset Slingsby still fuming before Sydney SailGP
Tom Slingsby is still not over Australia's loss at the Abu Dhabi SailGP as his team looks to bounce back on Sydney Harbour this weekend.
Former Wallaby Tomane to play for Broncos on NRL quest
It's 13 years since former Wallaby Joseph Tomane played in the NRL but he will feature in a trial for Brisbane with his dream to secure a new deal still alive.
Nyika back to basics with Fury road to Saudi on hold
Olympic bronze medallist David Nyika wants another fight while he waits to take his place on the delayed Tyson Fury-Oleksandr Usyk card.
‘No ceiling’ as King commits to two-year Suns extension
Ben King has agreed to extend his career on the Gold Coast, where three-time AFL premiership coach Damien Hardwick will begin his tenure this season.
Cowboys release Leilua to complete Dragons return
North Queensland Cowboys outcast Luciano Leilua has completed a switch to the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Port’s Powell-Pepper in trouble for high bump on Crow
Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper will attract AFL match review scrutiny for a high bump which concussed Adelaide's Mark Keane in a match simulation fixture.
Burton on report as Dogs lose to Sharks in NRL trial
Matt Burton has been placed on report for a high tackle as Canterbury went down 12-6 to Cronulla in a error-ridden pre-season fixture at Belmore.
Roar pinch late ALM draw against Western United
Western United's added-time curse has continued at Suncorp Stadium with Brisbane Roar substitute Jonas Markovski securing a dramatic 2-2 draw.
Cleary out for world-beating ‘redemption’ with Panthers
The last time Nathan Cleary played in England, he won the World Cup with the Kangaroos - and now he's determined to become a global champ again with Penrith.
Rojas close to starting as Roar brace for tough stretch
Brisbane's marquee signing Marco Rojas will be vital in the Roar's finals push in the next five games against the top ALM sides as the veteran builds minutes.
Matildas kick off Kerr-less era against Uzbekistan
The Matildas face their first attempt at covering for injured captain Sam Kerr when they take on Uzbekistan away in the first leg of their Olympic qualifiers.
Reds’ three-headed monster fit and primed for Kiss era
A fit-again Liam Wright and fellow backrowers Fraser McReight and Harry Wilson loom as massive threats under new Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss.
Jets confident of challenging in-form Bulls in ALM
Newcastle have won just one A-League Men game in eight outings, but they think the next game against Macarthur FC could spark a revival.
Feeney’s not tyred on his way to un-wheel Bathurst win
Broc Feeney has kicked off the Supercars season with a win as Will Brown followed him across the line for a one-two finish for Triple Eight at the Bathurst 500.
Crichton wants to return Burton to his old best at Dogs
Canterbury's left-edge attack could be the best in the NRL, but Stephen Crichton knows he must help unlock Matt Burton if the Dogs are to fulfil that potential.
Hynes confident on quad, ‘more professional’ Trindall
Braydon Trindall has returned a more committed and professional player for Cronulla in 2024 and is ready to take his shot in the NRL, Nicho Hynes says.
Warner’s return home presents Smith with another chance
Australia will be without David Warner on Sunday for the final T20 of their series in New Zealand, with the opening batter heading home with groin soreness.
Melbourne thrash poor Knights outfit in Fiji NRL trial
The Melbourne Storm have tuned up for the start of the NRL season with a 28-10 win against Newcastle in Fiji on Saturday afternoon.
Gilbert knee concern as Dolphins sunk by Warriors
Dolphins enforcer Tom Gilbert has gone down with a knee injury in his side's NRL pre-season challenge defeat to the Warriors in Auckland.
Slingsby chuffed as Australia, Danes lead Sydney SailGP
Looking to bounce back on day one of the Sydney SailGP, Australia sailed as well as they have all season, according to driver Tom Slingsby.
Heyman, Fowler steer Matildas to win over Uzbekistan
The Matildas have won the away leg of their Olympic qualifier against Uzbekistan 3-0 after Michelle Heyman, Mary Fowler and Caitlin Foord struck in Tashkent.
Carey ton takes Tasmania to hat-trick of WNCL titles
Nicola Carey has hit a century to lead Tasmania to victory in the WNCL final against Queensland, 10 months after knocking back a national contract.
Reds’ offence clicks, Kiss era begins with rivalry win
The Queensland Reds have produced some scintillating offence to punish the NSW Waratahs in a 40-22 win in Brisbane to begin their Super Rugby Pacific season.
Sloan set for No.1 as Dragons humble Tigers in trial
St George Illawarra have handed Wests Tigers plenty of headaches ahead of the NRL season, with a 34-18 win in both sides' final trial match in Mudgee.