Kangaroos ready to do the hard stuff against Lions
North Melbourne hope to cause Brisbane some more headaches but will have to show they can match the Lions at the contest.
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Leapai Jnr’s narrow escape in pro fight debut victory
Alex Leapai Jnr has won on his professional boxing debut, edging brave New Zealander Joe Ageli in a tight four-round slugfest in Adelaide.
Walters sailing into Storm, no rush on Walsh
Happy with the output of replacement Tristan Sailor, coach Kevin Walters isn't sweating on an early return for injured Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh.
Marcelo rallies WSW for crucial ALM clash with Roar
Western Sydney have the upper hand in the battle for an ALM finals spot and captain Marcelo has urged his side to grasp their opportunity.
Dragons won’t look at swap deal for Lomax: Flanagan
Zac Lomax will stay St George Illawarra until the end of the year after Shane Flanagan refuted earlier suggestions of a player swap for the disgruntled winger.
‘Hate to be in his shoes’: Olyroos coach on Irankunda
Tony Vidmar says he's looking after Nestory Irankunda's long-term wellbeing after leaving the teen out of the Olyroos squad.
Kerr ‘in high spirits’ as Matildas prepare for Mexico
Mackenzie Arnold says the Matildas are using a week-long camp in Florida to refine their game plan heading into the Paris Olympics.
Eels’ Brown won’t model halfback approach on Moses
Dylan Brown says he won't seek to copy Mitchell Moses's style of play as he adjusts to the responsibility of being Parramatta's senior half.
‘Like talking to your dad’: Ciraldo denies Gould rift
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has refuted claims veteran football manager Phil Gould is beginning to muscle him out of team selection decisions.
Knights in no rush to settle on halves pairing
Adam O'Brien will take his time settling on Newcastle's best halves pairing with Jackson Hastings back playing NRL and Tyson Gamble in NSW Cup this weekend.
Tigers’ Klemmer apologises for outburst at Gutherson
David Klemmer says there was no malice in his exuberant celebrations following the Tigers' win over Parramatta.
Chip on Giddey’s shoulder helps rediscover NBA ‘mojo’
Josh Giddey was a standout for an undermanned Oklahoma City as they pushed NBA title favourites Boston, the Aussie notching a team-high 17 points in the loss.
Kangaroos bracing for Lion-hearted ferocity: Simpkin
North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin is forecasting a fierce battle against a Brisbane outfit ruffled by reports of a rift in their playing group.
Manly search for ‘trick play’ to rattle Panthers
Manly are ready to get creative as they look to rattle all-conquering Penrith when the sides meet this weekend.
Firebirds ready for 11th player to take flight
The Queensland Firebirds have signed Ali Miller on as their 11th player, following a change in the Super League's squad rules for 2024.
Hardwick swings the axe in big Gold Coast Suns shake-up
The Gold Coast Suns have dropped six players ahead of Sunday's AFL clash with Greater Western Sydney, in a big statement from coach Damien Hardwick.
Storm roar home to deny Broncos in Melbourne thriller
Melbourne have scored two late tries to deny Brisbane, with the home side continuing their domination over the Broncos at AAMI Park with a 34-32 NRL victory.
Pickett faces AFL scrutiny after Dees’ win over Crows
Kysaiah Pickett's high contact with Jake Soligo will be looked at by the MRO after Melbourne's 15-point AFL win over Adelaide in the Gather Round opener.
Broncos skipper Reynolds cleared of serious leg injury
Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has been diagnosed with a minor hamstring injury, while winger Deine Mariner could miss a month with a fractured back.
Benji Marshall left lasting legacy at Dolphins in cameo
Benji Marshall coaches Wests Tigers against the Dolphins on Saturday after once shining as a Redcliffe player in 2017 when he left a surprising lasting legacy.
Nadal out of Monte Carlo amid doubt over French Open
Spanish great Rafael Nadal has pulled out of the upcoming Monte Carlo Masters as his return to tennis suffered another bad blow.
Kyrgios to start hitting again, says his fire’s back
Aussie star Nick Kyrgios has revealed that he will be back hitting balls on court next week, while declaring his tennis career is far from over.
Utoikamanu eyeing second chance at State of Origin
As the State of Origin series draws nearer, Stefano Utoikamanu is feeling ready for a second chance in Sky Blue.
Nicks won’t give up on winless Crows’ AFL finals dream
Adelaide will have to defy history if they are to play finals this season after slumping to a 0-4 start with a loss to Melbourne in the Gather Round opener.
Hooker Smith finally feeling right fit at Roosters
Brandon Smith is vastly different to the Sydney Roosters hookers of the past 15 years, but he believes his ball-running strength is starting to fit in.
Houshmand, Simmers win Rip Curl Pro titles at Bells
American duo Cole Houshmand and Caitlin Simmers have won their maiden Rip Curl Pro crowns on a dramatic finals day at Bells Beach.
‘Under pump’ Lions channel turbulence into turnaround
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan hasn't seen any internal disharmony but admits the club's turbulent week will be a source of inspiration after a 0-3 start.
Roosters sign trailblazing American talent for NRLW
The Sydney Roosters have pulled off the signing of USA rugby sevens talent Liz Tafuna, who stands to become the first American to play in the NRLW.
Grim finals stat for ex-Panthers as Turuva mulls future
If history is anything to go by, off-contract Penrith winger Sunia Turuva will face an uphill battle to play finals if he chooses to leave the Panthers.
All systems go for Swan Adams to debut against Eagles
Sydney coach John Longmire says off-season recruit Taylor Adams has recovered from a knee injury and is set to debut for the club.
Edwards still unclear amid NRL’s obstruction debate
Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards believes the NRL's obstruction rule is still unclear after finding himself at the centre of a controversial call in round four.