Kiwi flavour adds to tasty women’s Origin series opener
NSW can't wait to get the Women's State of Origin series underway in Sydney, against a Queensland side that looks very different to last year.
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PNG piques interest for Panthers following Luai call
While hoping to stay a Panther, Isaah Yeo says he has to be open-minded about his playing future and feels Jarome Luai's PNG signing has changed the landscape.
Dragons’ thrashing won’t rattle debutant Reed
St George Illawarra halfback Kade Reed is keeping his head held high after the Dragons' big loss to the Sydney Roosters in his NRL debut.
Code-hoppers Suaalii, Lomax to clash on Super stage
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been cleared to return from a hamstring injury, pitting the Waratahs centre against Force code-hopper Zac Lomax in a Sydney duel.
Daniels’ Hawks on the ropes as Knicks cut loose
New York are one win away from booting Dyson Daniels' Atlanta Hawks out of the NBA's playoffs after dominating game five at Madison Square Garden.
‘Crucial’: Magpies welcome back Moore for Hawks clash
While all the focus this week has been on Scott Pendlebury, Collingwood will regain their captain and defensive general from injury for the Hawthorn clash.
‘Catastrophising’: Ripper GC boss lashes LIV rumours
Amid rumours about LIV Golf's future funding, Ripper GC's general manager says it's business as usual next year for the all-Australian team.
NSW star set for back-row debut in Origin opener
Tiana Penitani Gray has played centre, wing and five-eighth for NSW, but will soon be adding a position she has zero experience with to that list.
Luai move will have NRL clubs on their toes: Marshall
The attraction of playing for the PNG Chiefs alongside Jarome Luai will have major ripples in the transfer market, says Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall.
AFL defends draft changes, ‘furious’ clubs hit out
The AFL is pushing ahead with draft and player-movement changes for this off-season, with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge and club presidents hitting out.
Demons hatched plan to sack Guerra ‘a week or two ago’
Melbourne president Steven Smith says new club chief Dan Taylor was approached earlier this month to take over, with a Plan B needed to remove Paul Guerra.
Blow for Waratahs as prop banned for Force clash
NSW Waratahs prop Daniel Botha will miss the side's crucial Super Rugby Pacific derby with the Western Force because of suspension.
Jarome Luai reveals reason he became PNG Chief No.1
Jarome Luai says legacy not tax-free salary was the main lure in becoming the first official signing of the PNG Chiefs.
Stumbling Storm vow to fight back into form
Melbourne prop Josh King says rather than singling out individuals it will take a team effort for the Storm to end their surprise six-game win drought.
Storm star readying for return after stroke shock
Melbourne Storm's Fijian-born forward Tui Kamikamica is on the mend after undergoing major surgery following a stroke.
Trent Hodkinson: Canterbury need true seven at halfback
Former Canterbury player Trent Hodkinson has blasted the Bulldogs' halves pairing of Matt Burton and Lachlan Galvin.
Big blow for Lions as star recruit out for months
Brisbane's star forward recruit Oscar Allen will miss at least three months after scans revealed the extent of the former West Coast co-captain's injury.
Knights welcome back stars as Tigers ring changes
Newcastle's best player Kalyn Ponga is back to take on South Sydney as Benji Marshall performs spinal surgery after the loss of two Wests Tigers guns.
‘Definitely time’: Waratahs record-setter’s team jolt
Jake Gordon is still chasing an elusive Super Rugby Pacific crown as he moves past Chris Whitaker as the NSW Waratahs' most-capped halfback.
Off-contract Sharks favourite eyes NRL expansion move
Cameron McInnes sees the attraction of being the face of a new franchise as the off-contract lock prepares to settle his NRL future.
‘Incredible’: Crows young gun on verge of AFL comeback
Adelaide vice-captain Ben Keays says a young gun is ready for an AFL return after attacking his rehabilitation on a serious knee injury.
‘A lot to work on’: Dolphins in eye of Storm
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth says the side is not feeling the pressure of four straight losses but admits improvement must come against Melbourne.
Rejuvenated Sea Eagles confident of taking on Panthers
Manly are raring to go for a blockbuster clash against Penrith, carrying form and confidence after four NRL wins in a row.
Injured Wallaby half still aiming for Super return
Test No.9 Tate McDermott says he's still hoping to play before the end of the regular Super Rugby Pacific season after setbacks with his hamstring recovery.
Walsh faces D-day as Broncos embrace more adversity
Reece Walsh will see a specialist on Wednesday to determine if he can play against Sydney Roosters as Brisbane prepare for more reshuffles.
Luai set to join PNG as Chiefs nab try-scoring ace
Wests Tigers superstar Jarome Luai is expected to confirm he will join the PNG Chiefs, who have locked in Souths' ace Alex Johnston as their first signing.
Sacked Demons CEO flags legal action against AFL club
Paul Guerra has engaged lawyers after being axed as Melbourne CEO, with experienced AFL club administrator Brian Cook installed as interim boss.
Magpies strike balance as Pendlebury milestone looms
Collingwood are acutely aware of Scott Pendlebury's imminent breaking of the VFL/AFL games record while planning when to rest the veteran.
Giants play it safe as Daniels makes up for lost time
Star GWS forward Brent Daniels has finally overcome a litany of injuries and pre-season surgery, though he won't be fooled into expecting a seamless return.
Dees outline plan to help Pickett rise to AFL’s best
Melbourne will continue allowing Kysaiah Pickett to travel interstate for family reasons as the explosive star seeks to become the best player in the AFL.
May sets out Origin stall after making peace with Daley
After another impressive start to the season, Wests Tigers' Terrell May has declared he's a better player than the one snubbed by Laurie Daley last year.