‘The better game’ beckons elite NRLW converts
The NRLW is welcoming some big name stars from rival codes for the 2026 season, which kicks off with a clash between Cronulla and Newcastle.
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New team, finals format change headline WNBL schedule
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Why NRL’s toughest man will feel ‘hopeless’ in NSW camp
Marquee man Payne Haas found it difficult to leave out-of-sorts Brisbane behind to enter NSW camp for the State of Origin decider.
‘Never satisfied’: how Grant became an 80-minute hooker
Queensland No.9 Harry Grant can be relied upon to play a full State of Origin game after applying a philosophy that he embraced as a schoolboy.
‘Perfect spot’: why Munster believes in CQ NRL bid
Rockhampton product and Queensland captain Cameron Munster insists the time will soon be right for an NRL side based out of the city.
De Minaur casts off nerves to advance at Wimbledon
Alex de Minaur has overcome first-round nerves to advance at Wimbledon with James Duckworth and Kim Birrell also progressing.
‘Just insane’: Serena’s comeback dynamited by Aussie
Serena Williams has been defeated in her Wimbledon comeback at 44 years of age after a sensational performance from Australian youngster Maya Joint.
‘Cause trouble’: Maroons leaper issues Tedesco warning
Recalled Queensland forward Jeremiah Nanai has let NSW fullback James Tedesco know he's back, while committing to Samoa for the Rugby League World Cup.
‘Impossible’: Inglis doubts Blues can win Origin series
Queensland great Greg Inglis, an 11-time State of Origin series winner, says only the rugby league gods can save the Blues from another losing campaign.
Scintillating Aussies storm into T20 World Cup final
Australia are through to another T20 World Cup final after Beth Mooney and Ash Gardner starred in an eight-wicket crushing of West Indies at the Oval.
Luai blow for Tigers as Broncos injury crisis laid bare
PNG Chiefs-bound Jarome Luai has suffered another setback in his hopes of sparking life into Wests Tigers' NRL season.
‘Inaccurate’: Anderson says Suns aligned despite slump
Gold Coast will take a five-game losing streak into Saturday's big home game against Collingwood, but a star Sun remains bullish about his team's prospects.
‘Pressure on us’: how Maroons maestro attacks deciders
Queensland captain Cameron Munster is determined to extend his perfect record in Suncorp Stadium deciders, but knows this year will bring a different challenge.
‘Playing for more’: Wallabies set for new Championship
A Wallabies star has been left battered and bruised following an intense training session ahead of their inaugural Nations Championship Test in Sydney.
Vixens star ready for Super Netball grand-final heat
Star Melbourne Vixens defender Jo Weston is aiming for Super Netball premiership glory and Commonwealth Games gold in the next month.
Hawthorn star ruled out of crunch Melbourne clash
Hawthorn star Nick Watson, who sits equal second in the Coleman Medal, will miss the Hawks' clash with Melbourne in Launceston due to a hamstring injury.
Penrith coach weighs in on star’s surprise Origin axing
Brian To'o was dropped because of his struggles in the air, butut Penrith coach Ivan Cleary isn't buying the narrative around the winger's Origin omission.
WNBL off-season: Opals star returns home to Victoria
Bendigo Spirit have landed the most significant signing coup of this WNBL off-season, securing the signature of Opals star Jade Melbourne.
Demons open to trading picks to secure Suns youngster
After meeting Bailey Humphrey last year, Melbourne are open to trading high draft picks to secure the unsettled Gold Coast youngster.
Star Lions veteran expected to play on in 2027
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has revealed it will be Dayne Zorko's call if the star veteran plays on next year, when he will turn 38.
Under-fire NSW star keen to repay coach’s Origin faith
Mitchell Moses has vowed to prove NSW coach Laurie Daley was right to back him in as the Blues' first-choice five-eighth.
‘Something clicked’: rejected Aussie comes full circle
Cristian Volpato felt Australian football had told him he wasn't good enough as a teenager, but made a call to return ahead of the World Cup.
How Haumole Olakau’atu won his NSW spot back
There was one particular aspect of Haumole Olakau'atu's game that needed to improve before the Manly star could earn back his State of Origin spot.
‘Disappointed’: Lewis critical of AFL over concussion
The year after Jordan Lewis was knocked out during a 2010 match, but still returned to the field that day, the AFL passed tougher concussion guidelines.
Sam Kerr locks in long-term deal with new club
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is ready to begin life after Chelsea, having signed a contract with a new club that will run well beyond next year's World Cup.
Kasatkina defies low expectations for Wimbledon win
Tennis import Daria Kasatkina has broken Australia's duck at Wimbledon after a disappointing start for two of their men's hopes.
‘Wasn’t a good thing’: coaches lament AFL howlers
Another disallowed goal after the siren, and a behind that wasn't, have prompted more commentary around the AFL and how the game is run.
Broncos winger dropped after string of driving offences
Brisbane young gun Josiah Karapani has been charged with drink-driving and will miss the NRL team's clash with Cronulla on Saturday night.
Cruel blow for Swans forward in run to finals
Key forward Joel Amartey will miss AFL flag fancies Sydney's run to September, while West Coast defender Harry Edwards' season is over through concussion.
Blues explain calls that will define Daley’s NSW reign
Laurie Daley has revealed the reasons that caused him to axe NSW stalwart Brian To'o in one of the bravest calls of his Origin coaching tenure.
Don’t put broadcast cash towards more teams: NRLW stars
The women's game stands to benefit from the NRL's new broadcast deal, but players are keen for consolidation rather than the introduction of more teams.