Jayden Goodwin century lifts WA to 9-287 against Bulls
Cameron Bancroft fell for a six-ball duck but 22-year-old rising star Jayden Goodwin came to WA's rescue on the opening day of their match against Queensland.
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Manenti half-century settles Redback wobble against NSW
Ben Manenti has struck an unbeaten half-century to guide South Australia to 8-257 at stumps on day one of the Sheffield Shield clash against NSW in Sydney.
Coach Schmidt officially in the Wallabies hot seat
Recruiting his assistants is his first priority, but new Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt says he has already started compiling a dossier on his Test prospects.
NRL draws 5000 to Vegas launch as crowd hopes soar
Latrell Mitchell has described the hype around the Las Vegas double-header as the equivalent of an NRL grand final, after 5000 fans turned up for its launch.
Reds star Jordan Petaia would carve up the NRL: Hunt
Explosive Queensland Reds fullback Jordan Petaia would shine in the NRL, dual-code international Karmichael Hunt says.
Coleman has no qualms with early Waratahs coaching call
Coach Darren Coleman has no beef with the NSW Waratahs board intending to make a call on his future after just four rounds of the Super Rugby Pacific season.
‘Minister’ Tetevano to preach hard training at Bulldogs
Zane Tetevano's reverence for tough training earned him the nickname 'The Minister' at Penrith, and the Bulldogs hope he'll preach a similar ethos in 2024.
Kerr keen to lead Dolphins – and cop more Wayne sprays
Gregarious Dolphins prop Josh Kerr has boldly declared he wants to captain the club, and says copping sprays off Wayne Bennett rocks his world.
Chooks must strike while iron is hot with stacked side
James Tedesco insists the Sydney Roosters' premiership window will not close after 2024, but knows the title hopefuls must make the best of their stacked squad.
Mind over matter as Crows push for AFL finals: Nicks
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says it's mind over matter as he puts the finishing touches on his rebuild of the AFL club.
Penrith on precipice of greatness in Australian sport
Penrith have several challengers standing between them and an NRL four-peat, but another title this year would break records in 21st-century Australian sport.
Sua Fa’alogo re-signs with Storm until 2028
Melbourne excitement machine Sua Fa'alogo has extended his stay at Storm until the end of 2028 where the 20-year-old will complement No.1 Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Conflict forces Socceroos-Lebanon clash to Canberra
The Socceroos will play as the away team in Canberra after their World Cup qualifier against Lebanon was relocated due to the Middle East conflict.
Green’s 174 helps Australia sink NZ into the mire
Australia will take a 217-run lead into the third day of the First Test against New Zealand, powered by Cam Green's superb 174 at the Basin Reserve.
Swans hopeful Taylor Adams will be fit for AFL opener
Sydney's Taylor Adams is still a chance for an opening-round debut despite walking off with a knee injury during their 25-point pre-season loss to Brisbane.
Early alarm bells as GWS Giants beat Hardwick’s Suns
The GWS Giants have warmed up for the AFL season with a comfortable win against the Gold Coast Suns, who struggled to compete at times at Manuka Oval.
Ex-NRL player Whitbread has a Hull new lease on life
Former NRL player Jai Whitbread is desperate to break losing habits and play a key role in English side Hull KR's quest for Super League silverware this season.
‘It is safe’: PNG set to host Queensland Cup games
Queensland Rugby League boss Ben Ikin has confirmed the PNG Hunters will host Qld Cup games in a massive boost to the code and NRL after recent civil unrest.
Wanderers plot to bring Sky Blues back to earth in ALW
Charging towards their first A-League Women finals berth in four years, Western Sydney are setting the stage for an upset win when they host rivals Sydney FC.
Raiders’ Strange, Weekes await verdict after No.6 trial
Ethan Strange and Kaeo Weekes have battled it out for Canberra's crucial five-eighth role, with both waiting to see if they've done enough for a round one gig.
‘I won’t pull up stumps’: Foran targets new Titans deal
Off-contract Gold Coast playmaker Kieran Foran wants to play on in 2025 and follow in the footsteps of veteran halves Adam Reynolds and Luke Keary.
Latrell ready to go global with no fears for thin pitch
The NRL have assembled four of the league's best fullbacks for the game's march into Las Vegas, and Latrell Mitchell says a skinnier field will not stop him.
NRL’s biggest stars open to finishing careers in US
Latrell Mitchell, Daly Cherry-Evans, James Tedesco and Damien Cook have all revealed they could finish their careers in the US if a mooted league is launched.
WA lock in golden coach Adam Voges for two more years
Western Australia and Perth Scorchers coach Adam Voges says he remains hungry for more success after re-signing to lead the teams for an additional two years.
Richo eyes lengthy Tigers stay, relaxed over Utoikamanu
Shane Richardson wants to commit his future to Wests Tigers as he says there's no point stressing about a get-out clause in prop Stefano Utoikamanu's contract.
Humbling 2022 loss ‘defining moment’ for Collingwood
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has recalled a humbling loss midway through 2022 as the defining moment in the Magpies' rise to premiership glory.
New Dragons recruit Leilua hit with NRL breach notice
Luciano Leilua has been handed a breach notice by the NRL, which could lead to him missing the start of St George Illawarra's 2024 season.
Cowboys forward Hess ruptures ACL, out for 2024 season
North Queensland have confirmed a season-ending knee injury for forward Coen Hess and, with spots left in their top 30, may look to sign a replacement.
Meat the coach: Dimma’s Suns AFL rebuild takes hold
Damien Hardwick's arrival at the Suns has encouraged structural change on and off the field as they chase a maiden finals campaign in their 14th AFL season.
Powell-Pepper ban sets harsher penalty precedent: Port
Coach Ken Hinkley says the four-game ban for Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper sets a clear precedent of harsher penalties for concussion incidents in the AFL.
Adelaide coach Nicks says contract talks won’t distract
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says his negotiations for a contract extension won't drag through the entire AFL season.