I’m not playing well enough for Origin: Spencer Leniu
Spencer Leniu insists he is committed to the Sydney Roosters for the rest of his contract, but does not believe he should be in the NSW Origin selection frame.
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Hawks’ former ‘shrugging lairiser’ to reach milestone
Once a polarising youngster, Jack Ginnivan will prepares for his 100th game as he transforms into a key part of Hawthorn's premiership push.
Carlton interim makes call on Blues full-time role
Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser has made a call on where his future sits, after stepping in to lead the Blues following Michael Voss's exit.
Time for stability: Force back in coach Cron for 2027
The Western Force's finals drought has already hit 20 years, but the club is confident coach Simon Cron has put the foundations in place to finally end the rut.
Samrani’s perfect Parramatta record faces Storm test
Jordan Samrani has yet to lose in 2026 as Parramatta's strike centre looks to maintain his perfect run against Melbourne.
Phoenix relish ALW underdog tag as City eye treble
Treble-hunting Melbourne City will start warm favourites in the A-League Women's grand final when they take on first-time finalists Wellington Phoenix.
NSW hero ‘would’ve walked home’ if clutch play failed
NSW's newest State of Origin hero Teagan Berry has opened up on the moment that sealed a game-two win, and series victory, for the Blues.
‘Anyone’s tournament’: closest start in golf history
World No.1 Scottie Scheffler and Australian Min Woo Lee are among a record seven players tied for the lead after the first round of the PGA Championship.
Aussie death-over misery as Ponting’s Kings lose again
The Ricky Ponting-moulded Punjab Kings started as the hottest team in the IPL - but a fifth-straight defeat leaves them struggling to seal a play-off place.
‘I just feel happy’: Sam Kerr to end Chelsea career
Matildas captain Sam Kerr is to end her glittering Chelsea career at the end of the season, the Women's Super League giants have announced.
Lions suck for air after Cats keep feet in wet
Lions coach Chris Fagan says they will take a "sensible" approach to Dayne Zorko's fitness after the veteran was withdrawn before their heavy loss to Geelong.
Maroons back youth policy despite Origin series loss
Queensland coach Nathan Cross will retain selection faith in his young team despite NSW taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Women's State of Origin series.
Impeccable Mannagh’s five-goal haul tames Lions
Shaun Mannagh dined out for Geelong on a wet Brisbane night to spearhead a 41-point defeat of the Lions in their AFL grand final rematch.
It’s Blue heaven as NSW retain women’s Origin shield
Jesse Southwell, Teagan Berry and Jess Sergis all starred as NSW retained the women's State of Origin shield with a game-two defeat of Queensland.
Port premiership coach joins Hawthorn’s AFLW program
Hawthorn's AFLW program has received a massive boost after appointing 2004 Port Adelaide premiership coach Mark Williams as the new head of development.
Redemption, history within reach for Phoenix coach
After serving a one-year suspension, Bev Priestman is on the verge of leading Wellington Phoenix to a historic A-League Women's championship.
Crichton back to his best at Magic Round: Ciraldo
Cameron Ciraldo concedes Stephen Crichton came back from injury too early, but the Canterbury coach believes his captain is on track to rediscovering his best.
It’s a grand final: Force fired up to take down Reds
The Western Force's finals hopes are hanging by a thread, with three wins needed from their final three games if they are any chance to sneak in.
What Wallabies coach Schmidt told Force star Zac Lomax
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt has arrived in Perth and will closely monitor prized Western Force recruit Zac Lomax in Saturday night's crunch Super Rugby clash.
‘It’s uncomfortable’: Port boss on Suns’ Darwin boost
Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr is bracing for lots of mistakes when his players try and end Gold Coast's nine-game winning streak in Darwin.
AFL backs in Friday night fixture double-ups
Short breaks with Thursday night matches and strong attendance figures are why the AFL is persisting with occasional double-up Friday games.
Dragons sign out-of-favour Warriors half Luke Metcalf
Warriors playmaker Luke Metcalf has signed a three-year deal to join NRL strugglers St George Illawarra from the 2027 season.
Mitchell cleared for centre battle with Dolphins gun
Latrell Mitchell has been given the green light by coach Wayne Bennett to return from a back injury against the Dolphins.
Hardwick blasts gambling criticism, deflects to AFL
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has slammed criticism of the club's links with the gambling industry, saying conflicts of interest exist everywhere in the AFL.
Family, Indigenous legacy drives new Swans recruit
Sydney forward Malcolm Rosas Jnr has paid tribute to his grandmother and Indigenous leader Eileen Cummings ahead of his first Marn Grook clash for the Swans.
Clarkson speaks on ‘disturbing’ effect of coach axings
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has called the "ripple effect" of clubs parting ways with leaders mid-season as "disturbing".
Dockers coach not thinking of record – just Bombers
Fremantle will post an equal club record ninth win in a row if they can beat Essendon at the MCG on Sunday, but they face a tricky five-day break next week.
Whitcomb makes WNBL comeback, Capitals sign Olympian
The Perth Lynx have secured the prized signature of Sami Whitcomb after losing one of their own stars to the UC Capitals.
‘Rough is pretty gnarly’: golfers brace for major test
Six Australian golfers are in the field and expecting a fierce challenge at the PGA Championship in Philadelphia, the second men's major of the year.
‘Scary’: Dragons winger felt like legs stopped working
St George Illawarra's Mat Feagai has described how he could not move his legs after suffering a scary back injury against Newcastle.
‘I’d be ready’: Jojo takes ‘Rat’ line to Origin dream
Gold Coast centre Jojo Fifita has thrived under the tutelage of coach Josh Hannay as he enters the frame for a Queensland debut in State of Origin.