Queensland level women’s series in Origin II thriller
Queensland have levelled the inaugural three-match women's State of Origin series after Lauren Brown kicked a field goal that sealed their 11-10 defeat of NSW.
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Netball World Cup receives $6 million funding boost
Australia will defend its No.1 status at the 2027 Netball World Cup, with the federal government announcing $6 million in funding for the Sydney tournament.
Fullback Sloan signs new two-year deal with Dragons
Tyrell Sloan has signed a new two-year deal at St George Illawarra in a major boost for the rebuilding NRL club.
Sydney’s McCartin returns, Cats’ Dangerfield still out
Sydney have named key defender Tom McCartin to return against Geelong, a month after his latest concussion, while Patrick Dangerfield won't play.
AFL coaches pleased with holding-the-ball clarification
AFL officials have given clubs greater clarity on the holding-the-ball rule tweak, a move applauded by coaches Michael Voss, Brad Scott and Alastair Clarkson.
Benji hopes holiday a turning point for tired Tigers
The refreshed Wests Tigers hope to turn their flailing NRL season around when they take on St George Illawarra after a much-needed bye week.
Mixed emotions as Melbourne prepare for Super final
An emotional Melbourne Rebels are hoping to extend their existence beyond Saturday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final clash with the Hurricanes.
Reds alert for Chiefs’ kicking prowess in Super finals
The Queensland Reds want to avoid a repeat of 2023's Super Rugby quarter-final when they scored more tries than the Chiefs but were beaten by penalty goals.
Clarkson reveals Hawks stress behind bench outburst
Alastair Clarkson continues to work on controlling his emotions after avoiding AFL sanction for his outburst during North Melbourne's loss to Port Adelaide.
Saints coach feels for suspended Eagles young gun
A careless tackle should not rule out a player from winning the AFL's Rising Star award, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says.
Fagan bullish, but says Lions must kick straighter
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says goalkicking has been a glaring problem ahead of their must-win game on Friday night against the Western Bulldogs.
Dearden cements Origin credentials in DCE masterclass
Tom Dearden is one of the NRL's most exciting young playmakers, but his maturity in the Maroons' demolition of NSW shows why he will be a future Origin leader.
Josh Hannay could be new Eels coach: J’maine Hopgood
Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood says Maroons and Cronulla assistant Josh Hannay would be a strong hire as the Eels look to fill their head-coaching role.
Thurston accuses Blues of ‘putting target’ on Walsh
Queensland legends Johnathan Thurston and Nate Myles have savaged NSW after Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was sent off for a high shot that concussed Reece Walsh.
Stoinis fires in Australia’s T20 World Cup win v Oman
Allrounder Marcus Stoinis has starred with bat and ball to help deliver Australia a 39-run win in their Twenty20 World Cup opener against Oman.
‘Am I in trouble?’: Hammer strikes after Slater chat
Queensland hat-trick hero Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow thought he was in for a dressing-down when coach Billy Slater came on the field to talk to him during Origin I.
De Minaur’s brave Paris bid ended by resilient Zverev
Alex de Minaur's French Open adventure is over after the Australian star was beaten in straight sets in the quarter-final by Alexander Zverev.
DCE, Slater warn Blues that Origin best is yet to come
Queensland coach Billy Slater and team veterans are looking for vast improvements for the rest of the State of Origin series despite thrashing NSW 38-10.
Teen Andreeva beats Sabalenka in French Open sensation
On a day of women's draw shocks at the French Open, 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva has caused the biggest sensation by knocking out world No.2 Aryna Sabalenka.
Edwards injury, Hynes form a selection headache for NSW
Nicho Hynes' tough night for NSW will mean Blues coach Michael Maguire is considering the make-up of his side with the series on the line.
History on Maroons’ side as Blues seek MCG miracle
NSW have a mountain to climb to rescue the State of Origin series, but prop Payne Haas says it's a feat the Blues can accomplish.
‘Let down my state’: Suaalii remorseful after Walsh hit
Blues coach Michael Maguire has ridiculed claims his side targeted Maroons No.1 Reece Walsh, as NSW's Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii apologised for his reckless tackle.
Tedesco’s NSW recall leaves Maguire with more questions
Michael Maguire has been left with more questions to answer after a hot-and-cold showing from James Tedesco marked the NSW coach's Origin bow.
Cobbo selection masterstroke key to Maroons victory
Maroons coach Billy Slater was criticised for picking Selwyn Cobbo on the bench but he was crucial in the 38-10 win over NSW after Reece Walsh left the field.
Queensland win Origin I after NSW’s Suaalii sent off
Queensland have thrown the first punch in the State of Origin series by securing a 38-10 win over NSW, whose debutant centre Joseph Suaalii was sent off early.
Suaalii cops four-game ban for Origin hit on Walsh
NSW centre Joseph Suaalii is facing a monster ban after knocking Queensland's Reece Walsh out of the State of Origin series opener.
Young gun wins Reds’ halves race in do-or-die test
Queensland Reds coach Les Kiss has made a big selection call as his side attempts to spring a Super Rugby quarter-final upset on last year's runners-up.
Max Gawn wants on-field action to solve Demons’ woes
Melbourne have slipped out of the top eight and need to tighten up their defence if they are to reverse a worrying run of results when they take on Collingwood.
Irankunda to debut for Socceroos against Bangladesh
Coach Graham Arnold has confirmed teenage winger Nestory Irankunda will debut for the Socceroos in their World Cup qualifier against Bangladesh in Dhaka.
South Sudanese rise to AFL challenge: Suns’ Mac Andrew
Well aware of his role inspiring kids from diverse communities, Gold Coast gun Mac Andrew says South Sudanese AFL players are as much brain as they are brawn.
Travis Head reveals ‘lurking’ prep for World Cup opener
Australia will start as overwhelming favourites in their Twenty20 World Cup opener against Oman, before a far sterner test against England in game two.