Premiership coach Fagan signs Lions contract extension
Brisbane Lions premiership coach Chris Fagan has signed a contract extension through to the end of the 2027 AFL season.
Sport
Australia’s first WODI against NZ abandoned
Torrential rain in Wellington has washed out the first women's One Day International clash between Australia and New Zealand.
Rohit admits to poor form, sounds ominous warning
India captain Rohit Sharma concedes he has batted poorly in recent Tests but explained why a good score is just around the corner against Australia.
Konstas feels he’s on the up as selectors mull squad
Sam Konstas believes he has already improved as a batter through this summer, as calls grow for the 19-year-old to make a Test debut against India.
Cummins, Starc give thumbs up to play all five Tests
Pat Cummins expects he and Mitchell Starc will be fit to play through the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, while expecting more back-up overs from Mitch Marsh.
Heat begin BBL title defence with easy win over Stars
Missing a stack of their best players, BBL champions Brisbane Heat have still demolished the Melbourne Stars by eight wickets at the MCG.
Lions to confirm re-signing of premiership coach Fagan
The Brisbane Lions have re-signed premiership coach Chris Fagan until the end of 2027, with the club to imminently confirm it.
Teen Rocky Flintoff included in Lions tour of Australia
Rocky Flintoff, the son of England Lions coach Andrew Flintoff, has been included in the squad for January's tour of Australia.
Cummins defends Australia top-order despite failures
Australia's top-three batters continued their lean run in the third Test against India, but Pat Cummins says stats don't tell the full story of their worth.
Travis heads to Melbourne all ‘fine’ after quad scare
Travis Head has played down any concerns over a tight quad after he appeared to be in some discomfort during Australia's second innings at the Gabba.
Not going anywhere: Young a Docker until 2033
Rising midfield star Hayden Young has become the longest-contracted player in the AFL, signing a six-year extension to stay at Fremantle.
Ashwin announces retirement from international cricket
India star Ravichandran Ashwin has announced his retirement from international cricket following the drawn third Test against Australia at the Gabba.
Blues star De Koning to make free agency call in 2025
Out of contract at the end of the 2025 season, Tom De Koning is set to headline contract talks at Carlton alongside Adam Cerra, Adam Saad and Nic Newman.
Crows star Rankine vows to rebound for AFL flag push
After missing out on a third of the 2024 season, Adelaide star Izak Rankine is out to put himself in the best position possible to push for a premiership.
Price is right as Cowboys sign Bateman until 2026
North Queensland have signed forward John Bateman until the end of 2026 after he was released by Wests Tigers, who will contribute to his two-year contract.
Comanche eyes Syd-Hob record after weather forecast
Sailors racing the Sydney to Hobart are set to enjoy favourable winds, with Master Lock Comanche navigator Juan Villa keeping one eye on the race record.
Opetaia to fight Nyika for IBF cruiserweight title
IBF world cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia will defend his title against familiar face David Nyika when both boxers' undefeated credentials go on the line.
Aussies face questions after chaotic third Test draw
The Border-Gavaskar Trophy will head to Melbourne with India and Australia level at 1-1, after the third Test at the Gabba ended as a rain-soaked draw.
Sharks back Fonua-Blake as missing piece in title chase
Determined to go one step further than their preliminary final loss, Cronulla are convinced Addin Fonua-Blake is the missing piece in their premiership puzzle.
Dolphins linchpin Marshall-King firing after knee op
Dolphins hooker Jeremy Marshall-King missed a chunk of 2024 with a broken foot and is keen to complete a full season after returning from a knee operation..
Australia back Starc, Cummins to get through unchanged
Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc's fitness for the final two Tests of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy is now crucial after Josh Hazlewood's series-ending calf stain.
India lower-order runs a pivotal series turning point
India's tailenders have supported big efforts from KL Rahul and Ravindra Jadeja to avoid the follow-on in what could be a series-defining moment at the Gabba.
Hazlewood’s Test series likely over with calf strain
Australia's hopes of regaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy have suffered a big blow with Josh Hazlewood expected to miss the final two Tests because of injury.
‘Shemozzle’: Olympics plan could lead to venue delays
The venues for the 2032 Olympics venues may not be delivered on time, a construction leader has warned as he took aim at uncertainty surrounding Games planning.
Warriors lure Olympic sevens champion to NRLW
Dual Olympic gold medallist Michaela Blyde will switch codes to play for the Warriors in the NRLW next season.
Australia take a wait-and-see approach on Healy’s knee
Australia will wait to see how Alyssa Healy recovers from a training session before determining how much she plays in the ODI series against New Zealand.
India’s late heroics spoil Australia’s Gabba Test hopes
Australia have lost Josh Hazlewood for the rest of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy and any real hope of winning in Brisbane on a frustrating fourth day at the Gabba.
Victory coach quits six months into A-League contract
Coach Patrick Kisnorbo has walked out on the Melbourne Victory men's team after just seven A-League games to take up an opportunity overseas.
McInnes not shocked by players training with concussion
While not surprised some players choose to hide concussion symptoms, Cronulla's Cam McInnes is urging peers to work with the NRL to prevent long-term issues.
‘Doubles trouble’ as Kyrgios and Djokovic team up
Nick Kyrgios will partner former world No.1 Novak Djokovic in the men's doubles at the Brisbane International as the Australian plots his return from injury.
Calf complaint latest Test drama for quick Hazlewood
Australia have another Josh Hazlewood injury concern, with the quick set for scans on a sore calf after bowling just one over on the fourth morning in Brisbane.