Bailey Hayward out to forge own mark at Bulldogs
Bailey Hayward has rugby league and football blood running through his veins, but he is is determined to make his own name in the NRL at Canterbury.
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Lion’s wait over: Reville earns QClash debut
Bruce Reville will debut for the Brisbane Lions against Gold Coast, five years after going undrafted and trying his hand at a range of alternative careers.
Australia hope to have Marsh bowling for World Cup
Mitch Marsh has confirmed he will not return to the IPL as he battles a hamstring injury, but he expects to be back bowling before the T20 World Cup.
NRL fines Gould $20k over TV rant on game’s rules
The NRL has hit Phil Gould with a breach notice and $20,000 fine, accusing the Canterbury general manager of a destructive attack on the game during a TV rant.
Melbourne City endure more setbacks before ALW decider
Melbourne City's run to the A-League Women grand final has been marked by losing players to injury or transfers, and they are now without two more.
Odd couple Welch and Munster hit Melbourne milestones
Christian Welch says it will be an honour to share a milestone NRL game with one of his best mates, Cameron Munster, when the Storm face Gold Coast.
Fifita no closer to contract call as deadline looms
Gold Coast star David Fifita has little more than a week to decide if he wants to quit the NRL club, but his coach says he's not talking to him about it.
Carlton, coach Voss embrace Collingwood rivalry
Carlton coach Michael Voss has declared midfielder Adam Cerra a certain starter for the Blues' rivalry showdown against Collingwood at the MCG.
North’s Clarkson calls for NT to be AFL’s 20th team
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has swatted criticism of the club's future, urging the AFL to introduce a 20th team rather than cutting an existing one.
Rebels to face Blues following creditors’ vote on club
The Rebels will enter their Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Blues on Friday after a vote by creditors on a plan to save or liquidate the cash-strapped club.
Even Roosters believe Bennett to Bunnies is a positive
Trent Robinson reckons Wayne Bennett's return to South Sydney is a formality, with Adam Reynolds also adamant the 74-year-old should keep coaching in the NRL.
Vegas scars stay in Vegas for Broncos, Roosters
Trent Robinson and Kevin Walters insist there are no fears of overflowing emotions as the Roosters and Broncos face off for the first time since Las Vegas.
‘Show me’: Ricky’s challenge to his under-fire Raiders
Losers of their past two NRL matches in poor fashion, the Raiders are calling on their battle-hardened forward pack to lead the way against Manly on Friday.
Family man Day relaxed ahead of PGA Tour title defence
A relaxed, family-focused Jason Day is hoping to successfully defend a PGA Tour title for the first time at this week's CJ Cup Byron Nelson in Texas.
Rayner, Lions search for ‘trademark’ QClash efforts
Cam Rayner admits his and his Lions teammates' efforts off the ball need to improve against a Gold Coast outfit that will push them in a defining QClash.
Bartel uncomfortable with prospect of Thomas AFL return
A lifeline for Tarryn Thomas has been discussed at the same time as a league-wide stance against domestic violence, and Jimmy Bartel is uncomfortable with it.
Haas, Staggs in doubt as Broncos’ injury curse returns
Brisbane duo Payne Haas and Kotoni Staggs have knee complaints and are both racing the clock to be fit to play the Sydney Roosters.
Robinson wants experienced half to guide Walker in 2025
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says the club would ideally sign an experienced half to replace Luke Keary, but says it's unlikely any will be available.
Bennett’s ‘Man in Mirror’ call can save Souths: Carroll
Former South Sydney prop Mark Carroll regrets not joining Brisbane under Wayne Bennett but believes the master coach would transform Souths if he gets the job.
Finals not the priority for Souths under Hornby
NRL strugglers South Sydney will target improvement rather than a finals berth now that Ben Hornby has taken charge on an interim basis.
Mariners clinch ALM premiership with win over Adelaide
Jacob Farrell and Max Balard have scored in a 2-0 win over Adelaide to secure a first A-League Men premiership for the Central Coast Mariners in 12 years.
Boost for South Sydney as Penrith pull Nathan Cleary
Nathan Cleary has been pulled out of Penrith's NRL clash against South Sydney, after feeling some tightness on his return from injury against North Queensland.
Tigers confident as wounded Koroisau sits out training
An injured Apisai Koroisau has missed training with Wests Tigers, but the club remain confident the star hooker will recover in time to face Canterbury.
Raiders still in premiership frame: Whitehead
After successive NRL bashings, Canberra hope an injection of experience can help put their campaign back on course against Manly.
McReight headlines Reds changes for Christchurch trip
The Queensland Reds will hope the inclusion of Wallabies flanker Fraser McReight can lead them to victory in Christchurch for the first time since 1999.
Schmidt hopeful Gordon will stick with Wallabies
Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt wants Test five-eighth Carter Gordon to stay with rugby rather switch to the NRL but feels there's other players ready to step in.
Bombers coach Scott marvels at ‘special’ Harley Reid
West Coast young gun Harley Reid has taken the competition by storm this year, and he'll be refreshed against Essendon on Saturday night after his recent rest.
Finding best Wallabies side will take time: Schmidt
The Wallabies will be a work in progress when they face Wales in July, with coach Joe Schmidt saying he may not know his best side until the end of the year.
Critics don’t concern Bulldogs No.7 Hutchison
Canterbury's Drew Hutchison says critics who have questioned his job at No.7 will not prevent him giving his teammates "as much chance as possible to shine".
Ufuk Talay: Australia’s next great football coach?
With his laser-like focus and regular advice from his Turkey-based dad, Ufuk Talay's transformation of Sydney FC could be merely a sign of things to come.
There’s a bit in it: Suns skipper Witts eyes Lion scalp
One running battle and the current state of the AFL ladder will provide plenty of spice to arguably the most defining QClash yet between the Suns and Lions.