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.
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Fit-again Parker forces Swans axing ahead of derby
Sydney midfielder Luke Parker's expected return from an arm injury has forced coach John Longmire to reassess his best side ahead of their derby with GWS.
Need for flexibility costs Fraser-McGurk World Cup spot
A desire for flexibility in Australia's T20 World Cup squad meant a place could not be found for IPL sensation Jake Fraser-McGurk, selector George Bailey says.
Port skipper Rozee certain starter in Showdown: Hinkley
Port Adelaide captain Connor Rozee is a certain starter against Adelaide, with the Crows making three changes for the AFL Showdown.
Magpies star De Goey sidelined with groin issues
Premiership heroes Jordan De Goey and Tom Mitchell have been ruled out of Collingwood's MCG blockbuster against Carlton.
‘Not smooth sailing’ but no regrets in JD saga: Souths
It has been a turbulent start to 2024 for South Sydney but chief executive Blake Solly will not rue his club's handling of now ex-coach Jason Demetriou
NRL player’s lawyer predicts more civil suits
Former Manly prop Lloyd Perrett has threatened to take legal action against the NRL club, after he was hospitalised following a training session in late 2017.
Cherry-Evans backs push for judiciary dispensation
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says he'd support a push for long-serving players' clean records to be considered when calculating potential NRL bans.
‘Top of the list’: Bennett keen to hear from Souths
South Sydney have identified Wayne Bennett as their dream coach for 2025, with the veteran mentor keen to consider a future with his former club.
Australia face hard test in Billie Jean King Cup finals
The formidable teams of the United States and Canada are likely to bar Australia's way to repeating their 2022 run to the Billie Jean King Cup final.
AFL Tribunal upholds Jack Higgins’ three-match ban
St Kilda forward Jack Higgins will miss games against North Melbourne, Hawthorn and Fremantle after failing to reduce his three-match ban at the AFL Tribunal.
Kid-in-a-candy-store Cherry-Evans avoids maiden NRL ban
Daly Cherry-Evans has walked away from the first judiciary hearing of his 14-year NRL career with a $750 fine, after avoiding a ban for a dangerous throw.
Broncos don’t need Walker as future No.7: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the club has enough depth in the halves to not make a play for Sydney Roosters No.7 when he comes off contract in 2025.
Raiders swing the axe after thrashing from Sharks
Canberra will field a new-look side to face Manly as they look to bounce back from their 40-point thrashing at the hands of Cronulla in round eight.
No love lost in return of the ‘king’ to Shark Park
St George centre Jack Bird and coach Shane Flanagan will put aside fond memories of their old club Cronulla as they look to bounce back from a stinging defeat.
Eagles’ McGovern full of praise for Yeo and The Duck
West Coast midfielder Elliot Yeo will notch his 200-game milestone against Essendon in round eight, and he'll do so in the form of his life.
Teenage prodigy Sauaso on fast track to Wallaroos debut
Code-hopping teenage prodigy Shalom Sauaso is in line for a Wallaroos debut after being named in Australia's 30-strong squad for the Four Nations series.
Tokyo chapter begins in Moloney brothers’ title story
Jason Moloney has landed in Japan to much fanfare ahead of his WBO bantamweight world title defence at the Tokyo Dome.
Settled Brimson revelling in fullback freedom at Titans
Electric Gold Coast star AJ Brimson has found a home at fullback as the Titans look to kickstart a season that has so far flattered to deceive.
‘Bitter-sweet’: record scorer Maclaren to quit City
The A-League Men all-time record goalscorer Jamie Maclaren has announced he will leave Melbourne City at the end of the season.
Perry hails former Australia captain Lanning’s bravery
Australian cricket superstar Ellyse Perry has described Meg Lanning's decision to detail the reasons behind her shock retirement as "incredibly brave".
Giddey heats up late as OKC win again, sweep Pelicans
Josh Giddey has hit three final-quarter triples as the Thunder ran down hosts New Orleans to complete a first-round NBA playoff sweep.
Mam, Reynolds to reunite for Broncos in Roosters rumble
Adam Reynolds is relishing linking up with Brisbane halves partner Ezra Mam on his return from injury for round nine's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Skipper Leota urges Rebels to get physical with Blues
After a shocker against the Crusaders, Rebels skipper Rob Leota wants his team to get excited about playing the Blues, perennial Super Rugby Pacific big guns.
Gutherson knee injury adds to Eels’ woes
Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has been sidelined with a knee injury as the Eels fight to keep pace with their NRL rivals.
Focus on Greene, Taylor not Giants smack talk: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire is more concerned with figuring out how to contain Toby Greene and Sam Taylor than engaging in a war of words with the Giants.
Ciraldo defends Bulldogs welfare, character of trainer
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has defended the way his club and staff care for players, after former back-rower Jackson Topine launched legal action.
Skipping Origin not an option for Blues’ Tom Trbojevic
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has rejected any suggestion he should skip State of Origin to protect his body, adamant he has never once considered sitting out.
Lions feeling heat ahead of crucial AFL QClash
Brisbane Lions co-captain Harris Andrews said another up-front review revealed some "uncomfortable" findings ahead of Sunday's QClash with in-form Gold Coast.
Geria ban reduced in Victory boost for ALM finals
Melbourne Victory's veteran defender Jason Geria will play in the A-League Men elimination final after having his suspension reduced on appeal.
Souths fire JD after ‘less-than-satisfactory’ 12 months
Embattled coach Jason Demetriou has been sacked following two board meetings at South Sydney headquarters and a dismal 12 months of results.