Roosters brace for Souths bashing unless they lift
Sydney Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary admits they will not be able to match it with South Sydney unless they improve out of sight.
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Sydney Kings win NBL title by beating NZ Breakers
The Sydney Kings have been crowned NBL champions after defeating the New Zealand Breakers 77-69 in the decisive fifth game of the championship series.
Flyers oust Boomers to advance to WNBL grand final
Maddi Rocci came up with a swag of clutch plays to help the Southside Flyers edge the Melbourne Boomers in a classic WNBL semi-final decider.
Cuba end Australia’s World Baseball Classic adventure
Australia's historic ride at the World Baseball Classic has finally been ended by a 4-3 defeat by Cuba in the quarter-finals.
Walton relishes Kings’ camaraderie on road to NBL title
Derrick Walton Jr won't commit to returning to the Sydney Kings just yet but had high praise for the franchise after they clinched the NBL title.
McReight wants Wallabies bucket list moment with Wilson
Reds flanker Fraser McReight has signed a two-year deal to remain in Australia beyond this year's World Cup, where he'll push Michael Hooper for a berth.
Saints likely to debut Phillipou, Caminiti against Freo
Despite St Kilda's heavy injury toll coming into round one, returning coach Ross Lyon remains buoyant about his side's prospects against Fremantle.
Kookaburras topple champs Germany to end losing run
The Kookaburras have beaten world champions Germany to snap back to winning ways on the Indian leg of hockey's Pro League.
Bulls’ Shield chances fading away against Tigers
Queensland face a mountain to climb if they are to challenge Tasmania in their final-round Sheffield Shield match and hang on to second spot.
Vics edging towards Sheffield Shield final against WA
Victoria's Sheffield Shield final hopes have enjoyed another boost on day two of their Sheffield Shield match against leaders Western Australia.
McRae’s Magpies set sights on AFL ‘Predator’ Geelong
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has dipped into his bag of tricks for inspiration as he eyes an upset against Geelong in their blockbuster round-one clash.
New Tigers ready to roar in AFL opener against Blues
Tim Taranto and Jacob Hopper are key to Richmond's bid to transform their stoppage and contest game, starting in the AFL season opener against Carlton.
No hangovers as Suns put record on line against Swans
Under Stuart Dew, Gold Coast have won four of six games against last year's AFL finalists Sydney, who they'll meet at home in round one.
NRL order 11-day stand down after concussions
The Australian Rugby League Commission has introduced a mandatory 11-day stand down after a concussion, with the rule to begin from the NRL's third round.
Klemmer claims post-match spat Hastings was overblown
Prop David Klemmer has attempted to play down Wests Tigers' post-match argument with Jackson Hastings, claiming the incident has been overblown.
Roosters stars urge fans to respect Mitchell
James Tedesco and Luke Keary have called on Sydney Roosters fans to treat Latrell Mitchell respectfully in their NRL rivalry match against South Sydney.
Questions over Ponga in No.6 after latest concussion
Matthew Johns has questioned if Kalyn Ponga needs to return to fullback, with the Newcastle star's immediate future in doubt after his latest concussion.
Tedesco adamant he and Suaalii can co-exist at Roosters
James Tedesco has hit back at suggestions the Sydney Roosters need to choose between him and Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii, adamant they can star in the same backline.
Bombers’ Stringer still hamstrung, will miss opener
Essendon have ruled Jake Stringer out of their opening AFL clash with Hawthorn as he overcomes a hamstring issue.
Souths teammates stand united behind Mitchell
Tom Burgess says it's not just the responsibility of Souths teammate Latrell Mitchell to call out racist abuse.
Khawaja unlikely to bat again in fourth Test in India
Star Australia opener Usman Khawaja is unlikely to bat again in the fourth Test against India because of a lower leg injury.
Broncos fire early salvo in Battle for Brisbane
Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds couldn't wait to play against the Dolphins and his old coach Wayne Bennett as he launched a new jersey for the NRL derby match.
Sloan taking nothing for granted after Dragons’ win
Gone are the days when highly-rated youngster Tyrell Sloan assumed St George Illawarra's fullback jersey was his and his alone.
Longmire backs Swans to put grand final behind them
Sydney coach John Longmire is confident the Swans will carry no demons from last year's grand final debacle, citing their talented group of young players.
Manly dare NRL rivals to underestimate Schuster
Manly's Josh Schuster will return from injury to take up the five-eighth spot as the Sea Eagles look to build on their big NRL round-one win.
Hayne trial hears of blood after alleged sex assault
A third trial of former NRL star Jarryd Hayne, accused of sexually assaulting a woman in her own home, has heard of the alleged incident's bloody aftermath.
Embarrassing: Broncos out to avenge dire Dragons loss
Adam Reynolds says a new defensive resolve will be key against St George Illawarra Dragons in a week when Brisbane's 1993 premiership team will be honoured.
Australia’s fourth Test in India heading for draw
Australia are set to lose the Border-Gavaskar series 2-1 with the fourth Test against in Ahmedabad set for a drawn result.
Victory defeat arch-rivals City, ALW finals loom
Melbourne Victory are closing on an A-League Women finals berth after beating third-placed Melbourne City 2-0 at AAMI Park.
Australia make history at World Baseball Classic
Australia have beaten the Czech Republic 8-3 to reach the World Baseball Classic quarter-finals for the first time, rallying from a 7-1 loss to hosts Japan.
Blues to unveil teen debutants in AFL season opener
Carlton have confirmed top draft picks Ollie Hollands and Lachie Cowan will make their AFL debuts in their season-opener against Richmond at the MCG.