Draw critics won’t faze Sharks ahead of NRL litmus test
Siosifa Talakai has declared that Cronulla must prove to themselves in Melbourne they are among the NRL's best, despite topping the ladder after nine rounds.
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Skipper McDermott wants to continue Reds’ Super roll
After watching his team take down the Crusaders amongst fans in Christchurch, Reds skipper Tate McDermott says there's a big buzz about their Super prospects.
Longmire remains a ‘maybe’ on AFL send-off rule
Sydney coach John Longmire says Callum Brown's bump on Sydney defender Tom McCartin, resulting in a three-game suspension, appears to have been an accident.
Arthur enters defining month at under-pressure Eels
Parramatta are entering a crucial month and their priority must be cutting "brain explosions" from their second-half performances, says Ryan Matterson.
Crichton a possible Penrith option if they miss Fifita
Angus Crichton could become a potential option for Penrith if they miss out on David Fifita, after a preliminary inquiry about the Sydney Roosters forward.
Hawkins unfazed by form as Cats games record looms
Tom Hawkins will draw level with Joel Selwood for the most games for Geelong but the milestone comes amid a form slump.
Cleary wants compensation as rivals raid Penrith kids
Ivan Cleary believes Penrith should be compensated for player development as their junior nursery is raided by NRL rivals.
Moloney’s final flurry not enough, loses title in Tokyo
Australia is without a current male world champion after bantamweight Jason Moloney was upset on points by Yoshiki Takei on a historic Tokyo card.
Souths’ Gray, Hawkins face lengthy injury lay-offs
Jack Wighton looks set for an extended stint in the halves after South Sydney confirmed Dean Hawkins and Jye Gray were both facing long-term lay-offs.
‘Not a gender issue’: NRL launches defence of referee
NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the performance of referee Kasey Badger amid intense scrutiny over her officiating.
Panthers circle ‘marquee’ Fifita as contract call looms
David Fifita has been labelled a "marquee player" by Penrith coach Ivan Cleary after the Panthers met with the Gold Coast star at the weekend.
Australian men’s 4x100m team qualifies for Paris Games
Australia will be represented in both team sprint events at the Paris Olympics after a strong showing at the World Relays in the Bahamas.
Departing Wallabies lock eyes Super title with Brumbies
Wallabies lock Darcy Swain is hoping to go out with a bang and help lead the Brumbies to a Super Rugby Pacific title before joining the Western Force in 2025.
Aussie women sink ‘only shot’ to qualify for Paris 3×3
Australia's 3x3 women's basketball team have spoken of their pride after qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning a qualification tournament in Japan.
Macca’s, cup-of-soup fuel 22km day and Lions’ belief
The remarkable Brisbane Lions debut of Logan Morris came in an AFL victory coach Chris Fagan hopes breathes life into a side he admits was losing belief.
‘I’ve done nothing wrong’: Gould to fight $20k NRL fine
Canterbury football boss Phil Gould intends to take legal advice as he prepares to challenge a breach notice from the NRL.
Vixens down Firebirds, stay unbeaten in Super Netball
Melbourne Vixens have made it four wins from as many Super Netball games after a strong finish secured a 68-55 home win over Queensland Firebirds.
Warriors’ slump continues as Knights claim tight win
The Warriors have gone from one of the NRL's pre-season favourites to 14th on the ladder one-third of the way into 2024, after being beaten 14-8 by Newcastle.
Aryang stars as Fever roll over Swifts
West Coast Fever have regained top spot on the Super Netball ladder and maintained their unbeaten start to the season with a 75-59 away win over the NSW Swifts.
Daicos shines as Hawks stun Bulldogs with upset win
Nick Daicos snared the winning goal in Collingwood's victory over Carlton as Hawthorn upset the Bulldogs and Bayley Fritsch probably kicked goal of the year.
Izzo the hero as Victory beat City in ALM classic
Melbourne Victory have beaten Melbourne City on penalties, with goalkeeper Paul Izzo the hero as they advanced to an ALM semi-final against Wellington.
Hawks stun stumbling Bulldogs in huge upset
Hawthorn have held on for a major upset, piling more pressure on the struggling Western Bulldogs with a seven-point win.
Zorko stars, Lions defy carnage for QClash win
Dayne Zorko had a career-high 39 touches as Brisbane defied four early injuries to notch a crucial 34-point win over Gold Coast at the Gabba.
Sharks out to flip narrative ahead of tough NRL run
NRL leaders Cronulla desperately want to take things one game at a time ahead of an unenviable trip away to Melbourne.
Bulldogs rule out Liberatore, confirming concussion
The Western Bulldogs have confirmed star midfielder Tom Liberatore suffered another concussion late in their upset loss to Hawthorn.
Lions’ lesson proves Suns aren’t ‘big dogs’ yet
Gold Coast have walked away from a comprehensive QClash loss to Brisbane with "a million different things" to learn under new coach Damien Hardwick.
Mariners make history with AFC Cup triumph, eye treble
Substitute Alou Kuol's late winner has settled the AFC Cup final in Muscat as Central Coast Mariners became the first Australian club to lift the trophy.
‘It was close’: Turuva opens up on contract call
Reigning Dally M rookie of the year Sunia Turuva has revealed what convinced him to move from all-conquering Penrith to Wests Tigers.
Sharks hold off Dragons in Flanagan’s return, stay top
Shane Flanagan has lashed his St George Illawarra side for their failure to control possession in a 20-10 loss to NRL front-runners Cronulla.
Saifiti believes he has turned corner after Knights win
Former NSW Origin prop Daniel Saifiti feels he is returning to form for Newcastle, after admitting he was "pretty bad" at times earlier in the NRL season.
Tigers’ Sezer facing long ban over hip-drop tackle
Wests Tigers half Aidan Sezer is facing a ban of up to five matches after being charged for a hip-drop tackle in his side's round-nine loss to Canterbury.