‘I owe Storm’: Papenhuyzen keen to make up for absences
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has revealed why he was so keen to get back to NRL action and insists there is a lot of improvement in his game to come.
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Ex-Wildcat Sarr goes second in NBA draft, Furphy slides
French forward Alex Sarr has made NBL history as pick No.2 in the NBA draft, but Australian first-round prospect Johnny Furphy wasn't among the 30 names called.
Unshackled Lions to welcome back ‘incredible’ Ashcroft
Fit-again Will Ashcroft will play for the resurgent Brisbane Lions against Melbourne in their AFL clash at the Gabba.
Origin star shrugs off knee injury to soar for Blues
NSW winger Zac Lomax had to have fluid drained from his knee 24 hours before the State of Origin at the MCG, but managed to score two tries and kick five goals.
Cotric to exit Raiders for Super League at season’s end
Former NSW State of Origin winger Nick Cotric has signed with the Catalans Dragons in the English Super League, meaning he will leave Canberra at season's end.
Tabuai-Fidow injury compounds Maroons’ Origin woes
Queensland will sweat on news of the extent of centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow's shoulder injury after the 38-18 loss to NSW in the second State of Origin match.
AFL advice helps Moses deliver for NSW on Origin stage
Halfback Mitchell Moses said he sought advice from GWS star Harry Himmelberg about kicking at the MCG before steering NSW to a crushing win over Queensland.
‘Beast mode’: Mitchell to weave more magic in Brisbane
Latrell Mitchell wants to lead NSW to State of Origin glory, vowing to bring his best to the game three decider in Brisbane.
Maestro Moses orchestrates Blues’ dominant Origin show
Mitchell Moses has repaid NSW Origin coach Michael Maguire for his bold selection with the halfback starring in the Blues' big win at the MCG.
Mauled Maroons in disarray after MCG massacre
Queensland capitulated up front in a 38-18 State of Origin loss to NSW and must find firepower and mongrel in the forwards in the decider in Brisbane.
NSW demolish Queensland in 38-18 Origin II win
Mitchell Moses has helped salvage NSW's State of Origin campaign, leading the Blues to a 38-18 thrashing of Queensland in Melbourne.
September D-Day set for NRL’s 20-team expansion plans
The NRL has begun the formal process towards a 20-team competition and plans to announce an expansion blueprint by the end of the current season.
Swim star Cate Campbell retires without any regrets
Swimming star Cate Campbell says she gave it her all in her bid to qualify for a fifth Olympic Games and can retire with no regrets.
May sues Penrith over threat to terminate his contract
Penrith's Taylan May is pursuing damages and compensation from the NRL club over an attempt to sack him while stood down for domestic violence charges.
Wests Tigers allow Stefano Utoikamanu to test market
Wests Tigers have opened the door for Stefano Utoikamanu, their best forward, to walk to an NRL rival.
In-form reserves nipping at second-rate Raiders’ heels
Canberra's firing reserves and juniors are vying for selection in first grade with the NRL side in a form slump and on a quest to re-find some mental toughness.
‘It sucks’: Parramatta lament six-year NRL low
For the first time since their 2018 wooden spoon season, Parramatta are coming into a round of football on the bottom of the ladder.
Cleary set for post-Origin round-20 NRL return
Penrith have identified round 20 as Nathan Cleary's most likely return date, meaning he will not play any role in NSW's State of Origin series.
Realigned Dockers keen to take down top dogs Sydney
Fremantle's midfield group bounced back in style against Gold Coast last week, but they will face an even bigger task against top dogs Sydney on Saturday.
Saints chasing AFL balance on return from bye
St Kilda's Liam Henry believes balance between attack and defence is crucial if the Saints are to reverse their fortunes in the latter stages of the AFL season.
David Armstrong backflips on Knights, set to leave club
Newcastle have confirmed David Armstrong will leave the Knights at the end of the year despite initially agreeing to a new deal at the club.
Brad Arthur ‘ideal’ choice for Perth team: Eels players
Brad Arthur has been sounded out to coach the NRL's mooted Perth team, and his former Parramatta charges say he'd be a good hire.
Bulldogs skipper Bontempelli hurt in training incident
Brownlow Medal fancy Marcus Bontempelli has left Western Bulldogs training early after hurting his back under the weight of a tackle from a teammate.
Ashcroft has high expectations ahead of Lions return
Will Ashcroft wants to make an immediate impact in his return from a long-term knee injury for the Lions, which could come on Friday against the Demons.
Golden girl sisters back sevens team for Olympic glory
Superstar sisters Maddison and Tegan Levi insist a crippling injury toll won't derail the Australian women's rugby sevens team's gold medal hopes in Paris.
No second thoughts on three-game Origin for Sky Blues
NSW insist they're pleased the women's State of Origin has expanded to three games, even if under the old system they would already have been crowned champions.
Bombers coach comfortable with Danger’s tribunal win
Essendon coach Brad Scott never contemplated Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield not lining up against the Bombers, believing he would overturn a one-game ban.
De Minaur to spearhead Aussie Olympics assault on clay
Fresh off a French Open quarter-final, Alex de Minaur will return to Roland Garros and lead Australia in singles and doubles in his Olympic debut.
Gadecki leads big Aussie charge at Wimbledon qualifying
Olivia Gadecki bagged one of the biggest wins of her career as seven Australian women made it through to the second round of Wimbledon qualifying.
Slater and DCE on cusp of joining Maroons great duos
Maroons coach Billy Slater and captain Daly Cherry-Evans are closing in on a rare feat of three Origin series wins in a row as a combination.
Night of horrors readies Edwards for Origin onslaught
Queensland can throw whatever they want at new NSW fullback Dylan Edwards, who believes he can handle the pressure of his Origin debut.