Tigers adamant they have clawed back NRL credibility
Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens says teams are now treating his side with respect after they stayed in the battle with South Sydney before losing 20-0.
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Demons thrilled as van Rooyen shines under spotlight
Jacob van Rooyen has impressed Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin with his strong form in a 54-point win over Hawthorn after beating a controversial striking charge.
Injury-hit Thunderbirds belt Firebirds in Super Netball
A commanding fourth-quarter display has allowed the table-topping Thunderbirds to overcome injury concerns and storm home against the Firebirds.
Cowboys overrun hapless Dragons for back-to-back wins
North Queensland have triumphed 42-22 over St George Illawarra in Townsville to hand the Dragons their sixth straight loss of the NRL season.
Canberra make it five straight wins in fiery Eels clash
Canberra have secured their biggest win so far in the 2023 NRL season, beating Parramatta 26-18 in a keenly contested match at GIO Stadium.
Waratahs punish ill-disciplined Rebels in Super Rugby
The NSW Waratahs have consolidated their place in the Super Rugby Pacific top eight and regained the Weary Dunlop Shield with victory over the Melbourne Rebels.
Central Coast Mariners sink Adelaide in first ALM semi
Central Coast Mariners have downed Adelaide United 2-1 in the opening leg of their A-League Men semi-final.
Lions lift in second half as Daniher boot sinks Bombers
Joe Daniher has booted six goals against his former club as Brisbane overcame a 10-point halftime deficit to beat Essendon by 42 points at the Gabba.
Bulldogs survive late surge from desperate Carlton
A week under the AFL microscope was not enough for Carlton to secure a much-needed win, with the Western Bulldogs prevailing by 20 points at Marvel Stadium.
Paulo avoids ban for cannonball tackle, free for Origin
Parramatta's Junior Paulo has avoided suspension for a dangerous tackle on Canberra's Joe Tapine, remaining available for the State of Origin series opener.
Carlton’s season delicately placed after latest loss
Carlton's supporter base is growing increasingly restless but coach Michael Voss and football boss Brad Lloyd believe the Blues can turn their season around.
Bombers bright spots offer light in four-game AFL skid
The performances of Mason Redman and Andrew McGrath were bright spots Brad Scott could cling to after Essendon fell to a fourth-straight AFL loss.
Dragons will continue to back coach Griffin: Lawrie
St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin retains the support of his players despite a sixth-straight NRL defeat, Dragons forward Blake Lawrie insists.
‘Make or break’ as Aussie stardom beckons for Moloney
Jason Moloney knows winning a world title in California will open the door for him and twin brother Andrew to take Australian boxing to a "whole other level".
Manly adamant Trbojevic can return to 2021 highs
Ben Trbojevic has leapt to the defence of his brother Tom, while Manly players are adamant the fullback is not that far from his 2021 NRL heroics.
Super finals ramifications as Brumbies host Highlanders
The second-ranked Brumbies can continue to shore up their prime spot on the Super Rugby Pacific table when they host the Highlanders on Sunday.
Knights look to silence outside noise in Titans clash
Adam O'Brien's Newcastle outfit are refreshed after an extended break and looking to silence those who criticised how some players spent their bye week.
Souths on top of NRL after workmanlike win over Tigers
South Sydney have replaced Brisbane at the top of the NRL ladder after claiming a 20-0 win over Wests Tigers at Accor Stadium.
Cleary hopes Luai’s masterclass silences doubters
Jarome Luai excelled in Penrith's big win over the Sydney Roosters and Nathan Cleary hopes the performance is enough to silence the five-eighth's critics.
Volkman scores Warriors’ winner with compound fracture
Five-eighth Ronald Volkman fought on after a compound fracture of the finger and without a painkilling injection in the Warriors' win over Canterbury.
NZ women lift sevens title, Aussie Levi equals record
New Zealand women have clinched the rugby sevens world series crown in Toulouse, much to the disappointment of nearest rivals and defending champions Australia.
Socceroos boss Arnold: I’ve learned from 2019 Asian Cup
The Socceroos face Uzbekistan, Syria and India in the Asian Cup's group stage, with Graham Arnold confident he has learned from 2019's disappointing campaign.
Popyrin stuns Felix A-A in Rome
In-form Alexei Popyrin has completed a hat-trick of Top 10 wins this year by beating world No.10 Felix Auger-Aliassime for the second time.
Fans turn away in droves as Eagles crash and burn
West Coast's injury crisis has hit a new low, with Jack Darling and Jamaine Jones the latest players added to the growing list.
Manu, JWH hurt in Roosters’ ’embarrassing’ loss
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has lashed his side's 'embarrassing' loss to Penrith, during which Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Joey Manu were injured.
Fonua-Blake can be world’s best prop – Warriors
Warriors captain Tohu Harris has claimed teammate Addin Fonua-Blake has the potential to go past Payne Haas as the world's best prop.
Ciraldo ready to wield axe and blood young Bulldogs
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has said he will blood players from outside his top-30 squad and make several changes for his battling team's Gold Coast clash.
Reds ‘not dead yet’ as Thorn savours historic NZ win
The Queensland Reds have ended a 10-year losing streak in New Zealand by beating the Chiefs to resuscitate a flailing Super Rugby season.
Darling injured as Suns crush Eagles in Friday fizzer
Gold Coast have piled on eight goals to one in the second quarter to post a 70-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Richmond fire to end Geelong’s AFL winning streak
Richmond have posted consecutive victories for the first time this season, upsetting reigning premiers Geelong by 24 points at the MCG.
Luai stakes Origin claim as Panthers thrash Roosters
NSW Blues five-eighth Jarome Luai has reaffirmed his State of Origin credentials with a big performance in Penrith's defeat of the Sydney Roosters.