Jones urges Wallabies to create history in South Africa
The Wallabies have flown out to South Africa for their first Test and game of the year under master coach Eddie Jones, with history at stake in Pretoria.
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Absolutely justified: Bennett weighs in on Walsh ban
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has thrown his support behind the NRL's three-match ban for Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh, saying referees "have to be protected".
Ben Simmons will not play for Boomers at World Cup
NBA superstar Ben Simmons will not play for the Boomers at the upcoming FIBA World Cup, after weeks of speculation about his potential involvement.
Finucane to miss at least two weeks for dangerous throw
Cronulla co-captain Dale Finucane will miss at least two weeks after being cited for his dangerous throw on St George Illawarra's Blake Lawrie.
Walters slams Broncos fade chat, flags Carrigan switch
The Broncos will be without four of their stars against the Dolphins but coach Kevin Walters says the club has the depth to avoid last year's late-season slide.
Hynes content to miss another State of Origin game
Nicho Hynes has resigned himself to missing the third State of Origin match, but so long as he's happy and playing well for Cronulla he's fine with that.
Wallaroos crash 50-0 to world champions New Zealand
The Wallaroos have been thumped 50-0 by New Zealand in a disappointing start to the Pacific Four women's rugby tournament, which includes Canada and the USA.
Steve Smith equals Steve Waugh with Test century No.32
Steve Smith has gone equal second on the list of all-time Australian Test century makers, joining Steve Waugh after completing his 32nd ton at Lord's.
Hynes bests Hunt as Sharks belt Dragons
Cronulla could finish the weekend as high as second on the NRL ladder after thrashing hapless St George Illawarra 52-16.
Lyon injury woe as England errors leave Test in balance
Nathan Lyon's Ashes series is at risk of being over with a calf injury, as England finished day two of the second Test on 4-278, in reply to Australia's 416.
Aussie Hunter storms into the main draw of Wimbledon
Storm Hunter has become the lone Australian player to negotiate the qualifying minefield at Wimbledon, making it into the main draw without losing a set.
Defence make case, Lions roar after wake up call
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan admits it'll be tough for Daniel Rich to crack back into a defence that fired impressively in a thrashing of Richmond on Thursday.
Dragons’ attitude has improved: Coach Carr
St George Illawarra have been thrashed two weeks in a row but interim coach Ryan Carr saw improvement in the side's attitude on Thursday night.
Storm’s Asofa-Solomona a giant threat out wide: Hughes
Ahead of their NRL clash with Penrith, Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes says Nelson Asofa-Solomona is livelier since moving from prop to the second-row.
Rabbitohs need to defy odds to boost top-eight chances
One-time premiership favourites, South Sydney have suffered a fall from grace that has left them hanging onto finals football by a thread.
Olyslagers equals Oceanian record in Lausanne high jump
Australian Olympic high jump star Nicola Olyslagers has maintained her season's unbeaten record and equalled her Oceanian record in Lausanne.
Gardner, O’Donnell back for injury-hit Bulldogs
The Western Bulldogs have been forced to reshuffle their defence while Sydney have lost gun midfielder Chad Warner for their clash with AFL premiers Geelong.
Clarkson, North Melbourne plot coach’s AFL return
Alastair Clarkson's path back to North Melbourne is being mapped out, with the four-time premiership coach on the verge of a return to the Kangaroos.
Schuster takes hip-pocket hit to re-sign with Manly
Josh Schuster has taken a pay cut to re-sign with Manly until 2027, with the five-eighth set for a positional switch from next season.
Bellamy says no to Origin with Storm his only interest
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy gave a blunt no when asked if he was interested in replacing embattled NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler.
Games host Brisbane’s brand a ‘blank sheet of paper’
Brisbane Olympic organisers have told their IOC bosses the 2032 Games are on track but there's work to do in making the city better known to the world.
Rebuilt Ballymore back in business as home of Wallaroos
The redeveloped Ballymore, set to be the home of the Wallaroos as well as the Queensland Reds' high-performance program, has been officially opened.
Gordon ready if Wallabies debut comes in Pretoria
Playmaker Carter Gordon isn't shying away from the prospect of making his debut when the Wallabies travel to South Africa to start the Rugby Championship.
Rory Lobb ready for heat from former Dockers teammates
Rory Lobb was the focus of Fremantle's attention in their last meeting and the Western Bulldogs tall is ready for another attack from his former teammates.
Penrith’s Leniu could be Fittler’s Origin answer
After two devastating State of Origin losses plagued by bench mismanagement, Penrith's Spencer Leniu looms as a possible saviour for the Blues.
‘Unacceptable’ Walsh will learn lesson: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the Broncos will help No.1 Reece Walsh improve his behaviour after the fullback was hit with a three-week suspension.
Rowell, Daicos graduate to become AFL’s Yin Yang rivals
Bulldozing Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell and Collingwood ace Nick Daicos have graduated from schoolyard teammates to AFL rivals.
Blues star Curnow thriving despite knee issues
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow says he will need to manage knee soreness for the rest of his career but the Coleman medallist is flying despite the pain.
Extended AFL mid-season bye period here to stay
The AFL has dismissed calls to trim the mid-season bye period back to one or two weeks, following an extended four-week stretch this year.
Wallaroos feel they’re chipping away at Black Ferns
Ahead of their Pacific Four Series clash, the Wallaroos feel they're getting closer to breaking the 23-game losing streak against world champions New Zealand.
Pickett back in Tigers side to face Brisbane
Richmond utility Marlion Pickett will return to AFL action against the Brisbane Lions in round 16 after being granted bail by a Perth court earlier this month.