McDermott’s brilliant ton steers Qld out of trouble
Queensland's Ben McDermott has smashed an unbeaten 146 against Tasmania at the Gabba, steering the Bulls out of trouble at 3-24 in the Sheffield Shield.
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Ponga and Walsh could play together in Origin: Slater
Kalyn Ponga and Reece Walsh appear set for a battle to play fullback for Queensland in Origin this year but Billy Slater is open to finding a role for both men.
Travis Head released from Australia’s white-ball squads
World Cup hero Travis Head will not play again until the tour of New Zealand after being released from Australia's white-ball squads.
Tasmanian AFL club to unveil nickname, jumper in March
The wait is almost over to learn what name the new Tasmanian AFL club will go by, with that and the 19th team's jumper to be revealed in March.
Fury ripple effect could lure Opetaia-Briedis duel home
Jai Opetaia's blockbuster world-title rematch with Mairis Briedis could be fought in Australia after Tyson Fury's injury blew up plans for their Saudi duel.
Knights coach Jeffries off to good start: Southwell
Halfback Jesse Southwell says new coach Ben Jeffries can keep the good times rolling at Newcastle, as the Knights target a third consecutive NRLW title.
Quick Bartlett to be rested after ODI debut to remember
Not even in Xavier Bartlett's wildest dreams did he think he would be playing for Australia this summer, let alone be creating ODI history.
Showdown with Usyk shelved after Fury’s sparring cut
Tyson Fury has suffered a cut during sparring, forcing his world heavyweight title unification bout with Oleksandr Usyk on February 17 to be postponed.
Aussie Koloi dives to springboard gold at world titles
Queensland diver Alysha Koloi has won Australia's first gold medal of the world aquatics championships in Doha, winning the one-metre springboard title.
Roosters’ Sam Walker will bounce back in 2024: Fittler
Sam Walker endured a turbulent 2023 but Sydney Roosters legend Brad Fittler has backed the young half to bounce back in a big way.
Kyle Flanagan can be perfect foil for Ben Hunt: Dragons
Ben Hunt has regularly had to carry the Dragons in recent times, but the arrival of Kyle Flanagan offers hope the No.7 can unleash his natural running game.
Zadkovich embraces Roar ‘curve ball’ after ALM return
Acting Brisbane Roar head coach Ruben Zadkovich was in limbo a fortnight ago but after taking over from the ill Ben Cahn has belief in himself and his players.
Arnold looks forward as Socceroos lament Cup heartbreak
The Socceroos are reeling after letting a 1-0 lead slip and losing to South Korea 2-1 in extra-time to crash out of the Asian Cup in the quarter-finals.
Australia dominate men’s team sprint in track cycling
Australia's cyclists have won the men's team sprint on day one of the Track Nations Cup and also finished on the podium in the two team pursuits.
Roar score late to secure A-League draw with Phoenix
Brave Brisbane overcame an injured-ravaged night to secure a 1-1 draw with Wellington Phoenix under new ALM head coach Ruben Zadkovich.
Sixers beat Kings, extend NBL winning streak to four
Former Sydney Kings Dejan Vasiljevic and Isaac Humphries starred against their old NBL side to keep red-hot Adelaide's winning streak rolling with a 85-78 win.
Voke leads Dowling by a shot at Vic Open
Teenaged amateur Billy Dowling is only one shot off the halfway lead at the men's Vic Open golf tournament.
Vunivalu’s ‘gamble’ paying off as winger finds voice
The decision to remain with the Queensland Reds has paid off for winger Suliasi Vunivalu, as he looks forward to his first outing under Les Kiss at Ballymore.
Ironmen to add next chapter in decade-long surf rivalry
Defending Ironman champion Matt Bevilacqua has stormed to within a point of four-time winner Ali Day entering the double-round finale on the Gold Coast.
Fogarty lays down marker to young Raiders
Jamal Fogarty says he's ready to play a more dominant role in Canberra's youthful spine after being promoted to vice-captain for the upcoming NRLseason.
Seibold puts out welcome mat to get Brooks back to best
Anthony Seibold is confident that, with his love and care, Luke Brooks can fire at Manly after leaving the Wests Tigers over the NRL off-season.
Debutant Bartlett dominates in Australia’s big ODI win
World Cup champions Australia have made light work of the West Indies, cantering to an eight-wicket win at the MCG in the first of three ODIs.
Papenhuyzen ready to reclaim Storm fullback jersey
Returning from two lengthy injuries, Ryan Papenhuyzen intends to make the Melbourne fullback jersey his own again as Nick Meaney shifts to the Storm centres.
Kaufusi, Capewell, Gagai back in Origin mix for Maroons
Billy Slater has included Felise Kaufusi, Dane Gagai and Kurt Capewell in a 34-man Maroons squad that will gather in Brisbane ahead of the NRL season.
Beale accuser’s fiance breaks down recalling rape claim
A woman accusing rugby star Kurtley Beale of rape told her fiance of the allegations in an emotional call from an airport, a court has heard.
Test cricket on trial as NZ face under-strength Proteas
South Africa will kick off their Test series in New Zealand amid claims the under-strength tourists risk damaging the status of the long-format game.
Young Socceroo Joe Gauci joins Aston Villa in EPL
The Socceroos have a player in the Premier League again after goalkeeper Joe Gauci joined Aston Villa as the winter transfer window winds down.
Fittler backs NRL’s call to uphold JWH ban for Vegas
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves will miss the Roosters' Las Vegas sojourn, with club great Brad Fittler saying he understands the NRL's call to uphold the prop's ban.
Longest ALW season set to test survival of the fittest
Sydney rightback Tori Tumeth believes the A-League Women finals race is set to heat up as players handle the demands of the longest season on record.
Hamilton to leave Mercedes and join Ferrari in 2025
Lewis Hamilton will leave Mercedes at the end of the year and will join Ferrari for the 2025 season in a blockbuster Formula One transfer.
Neser signed by Hampshire who hope he’ll be like Ellis
Allrounder Michael Neser has been signed by Hampshire, who hope he'll work the same magic for them as another Australian international Nathan Ellis did.