Don’t compare Buddy’s bump to other hits: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire has encouraged pundits not to lump Lance Franklin's high bump in with two other controversial incidents from round one.
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Munster return no quick fix for Storm: Sims
Named to return from a finger injury against Wests Tigers, Cameron Munster won't solve all of Melbourne's form problems according to veteran forward Tariq Sims.
Socceroos’ Baccus takes whirlwind rise in his stride
Keanu Baccus was happy to feature for the Socceroos in Qatar but he believes Graham Arnold's men can go to another level over the next four years.
Close lifts lid on Bennett’s Brisbane Battle mind games
It has the makings of a classic NRL ambush but Chris Close doesn't expect Wayne Bennett to make the Battle for Brisbane personal, at least not until full-time.
Furious Shark Hunt calls out Horsburgh over NRL scrap
Cronulla prop Royce Hunt has claimed the Sharks will go after Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh when they next play and "bash" him, after their on-field scrap.
Rabbitohs doing it for ‘Gentleman’ John Sattler
South Sydney's playing group will have the late John Sattler in their hearts when they take the field against Manly this weekend.
Tigers claim Wakeham can unlock Brooks’ attack
Brandon Wakeham's inclusion at five-eighth can be the key to unlocking Luke Brooks and Adam Doueihi, according to Wests Tigers teammates.
Stringer fit, but clouds form over Bombers forwards
Essendon can recall Jake Stringer for Sunday's AFL clash with Gold Coast, but Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti and Sam Weideman are in doubt.
Reds’ Super blow as concussed Lynagh ruled out
Tom Lynagh won't play for the Queensland Reds against Melbourne this weekend due to a concussion, while Suliasi Vunivalu is also set to miss the Rebels clash.
Industrial action threat against NRL is real: Finucane
Cronulla's Dale Finucane, who sits on the players union advisory committee, claims the threat of industrial action against the NRL is real as pay talks rage on.
Kevin Walters reflects on Bennett bond ahead of Battle
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has playfully talked down and even questioned the legitimacy of the city's newest NRL rivalry ahead of a first meeting on Friday.
Sharks need defensive return before Hynes magic
Cronulla have attacking dynamo Nicho Hynes back for their NRL derby with St George Illawarra, but players know it is in defence where they must improve most.
Vics out to end WA’s domestic dominance in Shield final
Victoria are on a mission to break Western Australia's stranglehold on domestic cricket when the sides meet in the Sheffield Shield final in Perth.
Wallaby Alaalatoa won’t change style after concussions
Brumbies captain and Wallaby star Allan Alaalatoa says he won't change the way he plays, as he returns from his third concussion in eight months.
WA set for pace injection in home Shield final
Victoria captain Peter Handscomb is expecting a fiery showing from Australian Test squad teammate Lance Morris in the Sheffield Shield final in Perth.
NRL flags closest start to season since 1975
The NRL has had its closest start to a season since 1975, with an average winning margin of only 8.58 points through three rounds and only three teams unbeaten.
Strong Port win won’t change coach Hinkley’s approach
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says not even a stunning round-one win has changed his outlook as he continues to wait on new contract talks.
NRL defend Eels horror run of rivals after byes
The NRL has insisted there was no oversight in the season draw, with Parramatta handed three games in a row against rivals who are fresh off a bye.
Haas credits Bennett with keeping him at Broncos
Broncos prop Payne Haas has revealed his gratitude to Wayne Bennett but says he is now a Kevin Walters disciple and wants to spoil the Dolphins party.
Hughes charge adds to Melbourne’s NRL woes
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes is facing an NRL ban for a late hit on Tanah Boyd in the Storm's loss to Gold Coast.
Brisbane derby beats Souths vs Roosters: Dolphins CEO
Dolphins boss Terry Reader says the 'Battle for Brisbane' NRL derby with the Broncos will reign supreme in the NRL.
Lightning crush Giants in Super Netball boilover
The first major upset of the Super Netball season is in the books with the Lightning making light work of the Giants
Force fall in back-and-forth Super loss to Highlanders
The Western Force looked poised to run over the top of the injury-hit Highlanders until a second-half sin-binning turned their Super Rugby Pacific clash.
Eels need Matterson to repay them on NRL return
Parramatta have insisted all hope is not lost despite losing their first three games, with Ryan Matterson asked to repay the team on his return from a ban.
Greene fires as brave Giants overrun Crows in AFL
GWS have overrun Adelaide to secure a rousing 16-point victory on a day of injury carnage in Giants coach Adam Kingsley's first game in charge.
High hits means suspensions for Franklin, Pickett
Sydney star Lance Franklin and Melbourne utility Kysaiah Pickett face rough conduct bans for their high bumps.
Thunderbirds mow down Firebirds in Super Netball
Shamera Sterling has dominated in the Adelaide Thunderbird' impressive 59-44 come-from-behind win over the Queensland Firebirds in Super Netball.
Reds hold on to defy Drua’s late Super Rugby charge
A late defensive play from winger Filipo Daugunu has saved the Queensland Reds' blushes in a 27-24 defeat of the Fijian Drua.
‘Walla’ thrills Bombers in big opening win over Hawks
The biggest cheer of Essendon's win over Hawthorn came when Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti ran onto the ground in the last quarter.
Tigers spine shift an option as comeback falls flat
Canterbury have survived a late comeback from Wests Tigers to hold on and win 26-22 in stifling conditions at Belmore Oval.
Starc, Marsh destroy India in 37-over masterclass
Australian pace ace Mitchell Starc has snared 5-53 and Mitch Marsh has scored an unbeaten 66 off 36 balls in a crushing 10-wicket win over India.