Test cricket on trial as NZ face under-strength Proteas
South Africa will kick off their Test series in New Zealand amid claims the under-strength tourists risk damaging the status of the long-format game.
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Beale accuser’s fiance breaks down recalling rape claim
A woman accusing rugby star Kurtley Beale of rape told her fiance of the allegations in an emotional call from an airport, a court has heard.
Cowboys Embrace Military Tactics in Pre-Season Training
Embracing a military approach to team cohesion, the North Queensland Cowboys engaged in a challenging Army-led training camp ahead of the NRL season.
‘Convince him he’s guilty’: Beale accuser’s call notes
A woman's mindset prior to calling rugby star Kurtley Beale with rape allegations has been called into question at his trial.
Central Coast Mariners look to settle score in Adelaide
Morale in the Central Coast Mariners camp is high ahead of their clash with Adelaide after Angel Torres's last-minute goal in their win against Brisbane Roar.
Wallabies to build from World Cup low in Super trials
Australia's five rugby franchises return to action this weekend with Wallabies stars slated for an earlier start to their campaigns than expected.
Either play more women’s Tests or none at all: Lanning
Former Aussie captain Meg Lanning believes cricket powerbrokers must choose to either schedule more women's Test matches or focus entirely on white-ball games.
Roar shock as coach Cahn takes sick leave, Rojas speaks
Brisbane coach Ben Cahn has taken indefinite sick leave with immediate effect, while new signing Marco Rojas met the media for the first time in Roar colours.
Rugby Australia targeting early call on Rebels future
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh has met with the Victorian government as the future of Melbourne in Super Rugby Pacific competition hangs in the balance.
Smith now ‘comfortable’ opening for Australia in Tests
A vindicated Steve Smith was puzzled by critics who were quick to jump on the decision to promote him to Australia's Test opener.
Hutchison out to unite pack of Dogs amid halves race
Canterbury recruit Drew Hutchison is backing the Bulldogs' forward pack, and his ability to get the best out of them, as he looks to secure a halves spot.
Staggs anoints new Broncos centre Cobbo in bold switch
Brisbane's Kotoni Staggs has a new centre partner in Selwyn Cobbo and says the 21-year-old will succeed in a Broncos side he insists can win the 2024 NRL title.
Interest in 16-team A-League expansion cools
A-League Men expansion could stop with the soon-to-be-announced addition of Canberra as the competition's 14th club.
LeBron inspires AFL star Dayne Zorko to keep pushing on
Former Brisbane Lions skipper Dayne Zorko says the lure of premiership success is what continues to drive him as he approaches his 35th birthday.
Socceroos raring for familiar foes South Korea
The Socceroos will relish facing familiar foes South Korea, who they beat in the 2015 Asian Cup final and must overcome to reach this year's semis in Qatar.
Mitch Marsh, Gardner named Australia’s top cricketers
Mitch Marsh and Ash Gardner have been crowned Australia's best cricketers of 2023, winning the Allan Border Medal and Belinda Clark Awards.
Ballin joins Queensland coaching staff as Smith leaves
Queensland Rugby League has announced changes to its State of Origin coaching staff, with Matt Ballin replacing Cameron Smith as an assistant to Billy Slater.
Top Aussie player Lucas Herbert joins LIV Golf circuit
Lucas Herbert has been confirmed as the latest Australian to join the LIV Golf tour while leading European player Adrian Meronk has also been signed up.
Brisbane boys lead Aussie U19 World Cup rout of England
A superb ton from Hugh Weibgen and a blistering spell by his old schoolmate Callum Vidler have inspired Australia to an Under-19 World Cup thrashing of England.
Superstar Son stands between Roos and Asian Cup semis
The Socceroos will need to get the better of South Korea and their superstar captain Son Heung-min if they are to reach the Asian Cup semi-finals.
Beale rape accuser denies toilet act consensual
A woman accusing rugby star Kurtley Beale of raping her in a toilet cubicle has faced a grilling by his lawyer, including whether she invited him to join her.
Socceroos to face South Korea in Asian Cup last eight
Australia will take on South Korea in the quarter-finals of the Asian Cup after Jurgen Klinsmann's charges beat Saudi Arabia on penalties in the round of 16.
Oliver returns to training with Melbourne teammates
Midfielder Clayton Oliver has rejoined his Melbourne teammates as they prepare for the new season, after taking extended time off to deal with personal issues.
Wilson locked in for Arizona redemption fight
Queensland boxer Liam Wilson is seeking revenge for his controversial loss to Emanuel Navarrete, returning to Arizona to face another Mexican in Oscar Valdez.
Dogs release Faitala-Mariner for Dragons switch
Raymond Faitala-Mariner has joined St George Illawarra for two seasons after being granted a release by Canterbury.
Rugby star Beale recorded apologising to rape accuser
A secret police recording captured the moment rugby star Kurtley Beale was confronted by a woman alleging he sexually assaulted her in a toilet cubicle.
Socceroos embrace extra rest on Asian Cup QF opponent
The Socceroos will have two days' rest on either South Korea or Saudi Arabia ahead of their Asian Cup quarter-final and plan on taking full advantage.
Blackburn end Wrexham’s FA Cup run with 4-1 home win
Blackburn Rovers have avoided an FA Cup upset, coming from behind to beat fourth-tier Wrexham 4-1 to set up a fifth round meeting with EPL side Newcastle.
Essendon buoyed by Draper return as Goldstein shines
Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath says ageing recruit Todd Goldstein has had in instant impact as ruckman Sam Draper eyes a return to full training.
‘It paid off’: Simmons feels vindicated on NBA return
Australian NBA star Ben Simmons has had an immediate impact for Brooklyn on his return from the back injury that sidelined him for close to three months.
Tiley reveals grand plan to keep Open in Melbourne
The boss of Tennis Australia and the Open Craig Tiley has revealed a grand plan to keep the Melbourne major long term amid a growing threat from Saudi Arabia.