Hardwick’s approach to ‘two-game season’ to define Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has provided an injury update and explained how the team will attack their unique final-round AFL double-header.
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Not an issue: Dockers give blessing to Jackson’s leave
Ruckman Luke Jackson has rushed to Melbourne for personal reasons but isn't in doubt for Fremantle's clash with the Western Bulldogs.
Big love, Payno! – What Luai said on Samoa defection
Payne Haas is the latest rugby league star to switch allegiances from Australia, and Samoan international Jarome Luai is happy to take the credit.
Essendon coach hits out at academies, father-sons
A combination of father-son picks, northern academies and next-generation academies has created a "distorted" draft, according to Essendon coach Brad Scott.
Au revoir as Fa’asuamaleaui departs battling Titans
The departure of Iszac Fa'asuamaleaui from the Gold Coast Titans could be the catalyst for his star brother Tino to also leave the struggling NRL club.
DCE has no regrets on exit call ahead of 350th game
Plenty has changed since March, but milestone man Daly Cherry-Evans remains content with his decision to leave Manly at the end of the NRL season.
Zampa reprimanded in crushing ODI defeat to Proteas
Legspinner Adam Zampa has been sanctioned for breaching the ICC's code of conduct during Australia's heavy opening ODI loss to South Africa in Cairns.
Tszyu, Zerafa score merciless first-round TKO’s
Australian boxing stars Nikita Tszyu and Michael Zerafa have both scored first-round TKO victories to set up a potential domestic blockbuster.
South Africa ODI bowler reported over suspect action
Prenelan Subrayen, the South African spinning allrounder who enjoyed a winning ODI debut against Australia, has been reported over a suspect bowling action.
‘Deeply sorry’: Rankine given ban for homophobic slur
Adelaide officials are nervous for Izak Rankine's mental health after his four-game ban for a homophobic slur, as the AFL defended secrecy around the sanction.
Winging in the rain: Olyslagers splashes to Diamond win
Despite rain-sodden conditions in Lausanne, Aussie high jump ace Nicola Olyslagers has splashed to a third Diamond League win of the season.
‘Really stung me’: Snub motivating Hosking every day
Canberra forward Zac Hosking is preparing for a first clash against Penrith after coming painfully close to premiership glory with the club two years ago.
‘Unfair’ for Manly coach to take sole blame: Bullemor
Ethan Bullemor has come to the defence of Manly coach Anthony Seibold after criticism over the Sea Eagles' form slump at the business end of the NRL season.
WNBL add Tasmanian club, push for 10-team comp
The WNBL has outlined plans for a 10-team competition, announcing the return of a Tasmanian franchise as the ninth to join next season.
‘Fine for us’: Lions take injury hits in stride
Veteran Lions defender Ryan Lester reckons the premiers relish the adversity that comes with their mounting injury toll as they hunt back-to-back flags.
‘Kind of sucks’: why Min Woo needs to play like a robot
Min Woo Lee admits he will need to be a "more robotic" golfer to have success at the bigger PGA Tour events after his promising season lost its legs.
Roosters’ Smith reveals ‘special connection’ to England
Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith has opened up on his decision to represent England rather than Australia at international level.
Broncos rake the best in NRL with no deal for 2026
Brisbane hooker Cory Paix is hopeful of striking a deal for 2026, but there is no offer tabled for the great clubman, who will soon have another mouth to feed.
Proteas spinner’s brilliance triggers Aussie collapse
Spin was king in Cairns as veteran South Africa tweaker Keshav Maharaj decimated Australia with a career-best haul in the first ODI.
Dolphins bad boy back for finals tilt, set to extend
Dolphins enforcer Felise Kaufusi returns from suspension after a "sloppy" tackle gone wrong to boost his side's finals chances as a contract extension looms.
Opetaia faces prospect of Turkey title defence
Australia's pound-for-pound king Jai Opetaia could be forced to defend his IBF cruiserweight title in Istanbul.
It stings: the big regret for Port’s departing coach
As he approaches his last game in 13 seasons as Port Adelaide coach, Ken Hinkley says he's staggered he lasted so long.
Penrith ponder Yeo’s comeback, Mitchell still out
Isaah Yeo, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Marcelo Montoya are among the key players rated a chance to return from injury for this weekend's NRL games.
Power star to miss Hinkley farewell after ban upheld
Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines has failed in his bid to overturn his three-match ban for a high bump that left Carlton's Cooper Lord concussed.
Coach weighs in as AFL grants Crows’ wish over slur ban
A rival coach says Adelaide star Izak Rankine shouldn't be demonised as he awaits a looming ban from the AFL for making a homophobic slur.
Time is now for Walker brothers to coach in NRL
Ipswich Jets chairman Steve Johnson has given Ben and Shane Walker the ultimate accolades as coaches as he explains why they must get an opportunity in the NRL.
Bronco Ben walks like an Egyptian into NRL dream
Brisbane mature-age rookie prop Ben Talty is proving to be a wrecking ball off the bench, while importing Egyptian oils for his exotic fragrance brand.
Tomic turns back clock, US Open main draw in reach
A resurgent Bernard Tomic is two wins away from his first US Open main draw appearance since 2017, but there are injury concerns for another Australian.
Love for both: Finefeuiaki has Tonga and Samoa in heart
Dolphins forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki is set to make his Tonga debut but his family background means Samoa also tugs at his heartstrings.
‘It sucks’: Garrick’s pain during Manly’s costly loss
Reuben Garrick will not play again this season after a mid-game shoulder injury that left the outside back powerless to prevent Manly's loss to Wests Tigers.
Western Utd given boost in A-Leagues licence fight
Embattled Western United have received an extension to their appeal against having their A-Leagues licence stripped as they attempt to keep their club alive.