NBL title first, legacy later for Wildcats’ MVP Cotton
Four-time NBL MVP Bryce Cotton already ranks among the league's all-time greats but remains focused on adding more team success to his list of accolades.
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Queensland rugby league mull PNG Cup games after unrest
Player safety will be paramount in deciding if PNG Hunters can host Queensland Cup games following deadly unrest in the nation, the state's governing body says.
Art Nouveau pioneer features at Art Gallery of NSW
The work of Art Nouveau innovator Alphonse Mucha and abstract painting pioneer Lesley Dumbrell feature in the 2024 program at the Art Gallery of NSW.
Australia’s T20 World Cup top order settled: Marsh
On the eve of the T20 series in New Zealand, Mitch Marsh says Australia's top three is pretty set, raising the possibility of Steve Smith missing the World Cup.
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves calls time on NRL career
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves will go down as one of the Sydney Roosters greatest ever players, says coach Trent Robinson, after the prop announced his retirement.
Crichton named in centres for Bulldogs’ final NRL trial
Off-season recruit Stephen Crichton is increasingly unlikely to start the year at fullback for Canterbury after being named at centre for their final trial.
Waratahs star Perese fit to face Reds in Super Rugby
Wallabies centre Izaia Perese has declared himself fit to start in the NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific round-one derby against the Reds in Brisbane.
Demons’ Joel Smith accused of cocaine trafficking
Melbourne AFL utility Joel Smith has been served with three anti-doping rule violations for the trafficking or attempted trafficking of cocaine.
Da Silva snatches Victory late win over Western United
Melbourne Victory have claimed an extraordinary dramatic stoppage-time 2-1 win over Western United, with Daniel Arzani teeing up Damien Da Silva for both goals.
Herbie goes bananas over new Dolphins combo with Isaako
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth can't wait to forge a devastating right-side attacking liaison with winger Jamayne Isaako after their first hit-out together.
Jarryd Hayne’s mate to get $38k over spitting story
A friend of Jarryd Hayne will receive "nominal" defamation damages over a Seven report that claimed he stared down and spat at the ex-NRL star's rape victim.
Fogarty among additions to Adelaide’s leadership group
Adelaide have announced an expanded leadership group, with key forward Darcy Fogarty among four additions to support captain Jordan Dawson.
Schuster left off plane for Manly’s Las Vegas trip
Injury-plagued forward Josh Schuster has been ruled out of Manly's NRL season-opener against South Sydney in Las Vegas.
Rebels want wins and fans with future on life support
With tickets going on sale for Melbourne's opening Super Rugby Pacific match, coach Kevin Foote says wins are key for the survival of the cash-strapped Rebels.
Moloney not done, wants piece of ‘insane’ boxing moment
Andrew Moloney is angling for a world title shot on the George Kambosos-Vasiliy Lomachenko card in May, less than a year after a brutal knockout in Las Vegas.
Premier plays for Australian Institute of Sport shift
Queensland Premier Steven Miles has announced his support for the Australian Institute of Sport to be relocated to Brisbane ahead of the 2032 Olympics.
O’Connor injury setback as Reds pups battle for No.10
An injured James O'Connor could miss the opening month of the Super Rugby Pacific season, while a pair of young Reds battle for the No.10 jersey.
NRL gives bunker power to step in on field-goal shots
The NRL's bunker will review all field-goal shots in 2024, encouraging it to step in and penalise teams for using kick blockers or markers who are not square.
Knee strain leaves Bronco Piakura in Vegas doubt
A knee injury suffered in an otherwise impressive NRL trial game performance has Brendan Piakura in doubt for Brisbane's Las Vegas season opener.
Green scores timely Shield ton as Bancroft fires again
Cameron Bancroft has scored his third Sheffield Shield century of the season and Cameron Green also brought up a ton as WA drew with Tasmania in Hobart.
Lengthy AFL ban looms for Kangaroos’ Tarryn Thomas
North Melbourne midfielder Tarryn Thomas is expected to receive a lengthy ban from the AFL regarding allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a woman.
IOC won’t change age limit to let Pacquiao box in Paris
It seems time has caught up with Philippine boxing great Manny Pacquiao, with the IOC not willing to change its rules on age limits to let him compete in Paris.
CEO Waugh’s challenge to Australia’s Super Rugby teams
Rugby Australia boss Phil Waugh is challenging the ACT Brumbies, NSW Waratahs, Queensland Reds, Melbourne Rebels and Western Force to step up in 2024.
Reds’ Wilson has point to prove in hate-filled clash
Queensland No.8 Harry Wilson says there will be plenty of hate in the Super Rugby Pacific clash with NSW and has a message for Wallabies rival Langi Gleeson.
Confident teen Stewart eyes Canberra’s fullback spot
Spurred on by his first pre-season hit-out, Chevy Stewart says he's ready to become Canberra's fullback this NRL season.
‘No soft moments’: Dragons’ Sloan a work in progress
Shane Flanagan is working to iron out the "soft moments" from Tyrell Sloan's game and help the Dragons finally harness the fullback's potential.
Sinner maintains hold over de Minaur with Rotterdam win
Australian No.1 Alex de Minaur has lost his seventh match in seven to Jannik Sinner, this time in the final of the Rotterdam Open.
Cogger ‘a new player’ in race for Knights’ No.6 spot
In his last stint at Newcastle Jack Cogger had three wins from 20 games, but the playmaker says he is a different animal now as he fights for the No.6 jersey.
Humphrey primed for ‘Dusty’ role at Hardwick’s Suns
Second-year Gold Coast talent Bailey Humphrey has been emboldened by the confidence shown in him by new coach Damien Hardwick.
Cooper, relay women win gold for Australia at worlds
Isaac Cooper has closed the book on the world title he should have won in Melbourne in 2022, while Australia's 4x100m medley relay women also took gold in Doha.
India crush England by record 434 runs in third Test
Yashasvi Jaiswal became only the third Indian batsman to score consecutive Test double hundreds as India completed a record 434-run third Test win over England.