Halting Bazball and lifting the urn will define bowlers
Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon, Josh Hazlewood and Mitchell Starc are a supreme Australian attack but how they handle England and 'Bazball' will define them.
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Under 19s State of Origin confirmed for July 13
The NRL has scheduled Under-19s State of Origin matches for July 13, with men's and women's fixtures both set to be played at Kayo Stadium in Queensland.
Collins reveals origins of Maroons’ freakish try
Lindsay Collins may look like your typical front-rower but his leaping effort to set up a great State of Origin try reveals plenty about Billy Slater's Maroons.
New-look Roos won’t go Messi-mad in Argentina rematch
Lionel Messi will headline Argentina's rematch with the Socceroos but coach Graham Arnold doesn't want Australia to home in on the superstar attacker.
Port Adelaide captain Jonas to remain in reserves
High-flying Port Adelaide will resist the urge to recall captain Tom Jonas even after the defender put in a best-on-ground display for the club's SANFL team.
Mo’s back in Maroon as Fotuaika brothers forge on
Moeaki Fotuaika has forced his way back into the Maroons' fold for State of Origin II while brother Feao forges a rugby union career in France.
Hazlewood fit, targets majority of Ashes Tests
A big selection call looms for Australia as Josh Hazlewood declares himself ready to battle Scott Boland and Mitchell Starc for a place in the first Ashes Test.
Murray and Martin tracking well for NSW, Latrell unsure
Liam Martin and Cameron Murray are both on track to line up for NSW in the must-win second State of Origin match, but Latrell Mitchell's fate remains uncertain.
Tackle rules ask ‘hell of a lot’ from players: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire says tackling rules which ask players to take down their opponents while ensuring their safety are difficult to get right.
Hawk Sicily, Tiger Mansell to appeal AFL suspensions
Hawthorn defender James Sicily and Richmond forward Rhyan Mansell will front the AFL appeals board in attempts to have their respective suspensions overturned.
Flanagan given three-year deal by St George Illawarra
Premiership-winning ex-Cronulla boss Shane Flanagan has been officially confirmed as St George Illawarra's next head coach.
Kyrgios admitted to psych ward after 2019 loss: report
Nick Kyrgios reportedly spent time in a psychiatric hospital after his second-round loss to Rafa Nadal at Wimbledon in 2019 and contemplated suicide.
Ariarne Titmus pondering future after Paris
Australian swimming star Ariarne Titmus has hinted she will make a decision on her future after the Paris Olympics.
Kai Taylor follows in mum Hayley Lewis’s glory lane
Like his legendary mum Hayley Lewis, Kai Taylor proved great things happen from lane eight after winning the 200m freestyle to earn a spot at the worlds.
DCE warns new NSW halfback Moses about Origin beast
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans says NSW half Mitch Moses faces a similar challenge to him in 2014 when he initially failed.
Knee troubles Kyrgios on worrying return to action
A knee injury has blighted Nick Kyrgios' comeback match against grasscourt novice Yibing Wu in Germany, the Australian saying he "can't walk without pain".
NSW debutant Robson has felt Origin-ready ‘for years’
Some were surprised by Reece Robson's inclusion in the NSW squad for Game II but the man himself has felt ready for the State of Origin arena for some time.
Pendlebury plays on, McRae inks fresh deal with Magpies
Collingwood have re-signed veteran Scott Pendlebury for next season while Craig McRae has agreed a fresh deal to remain as coach until the end of 2026.
Boland Australia’s best, if he plays: Steve Waugh
Australia's last captain to win the Ashes in England, Steve Waugh, says Scott Boland can be the stand-out quick for the tourists but first he must be picked.
Denver defeat Miami in Game 5, claim first NBA title
A Nikola Jokic double-double has guided Denver to a first NBA title in franchise history, the Nuggets defeating Miami 94-89 in Game 5 for a 4-1 series win.
Fittler defends call to drop Hynes, tips Origin return
Mitch Moses and Reece Robson's inclusion in the NSW side left no room for Nicho Hynes but Brad Fittler does not believe his State of Origin career is over.
Knights drop Marzhew for missing team bus
Newcastle winger Greg Marzhew has been dropped for this weekend's game for a breach of the club's disciplinary standards.
Moses always the favourite to replace Cleary: Fittler
After fracturing his back in his 2021 Origin debut, Mitchell Moses has another chance to steer the Blues to victory in Brisbane.
Sicily cops three-game ban, Butler cleared for tackle
St Kilda's Dan Butler has had his one-match ban for a dangerous tackle dismissed at the AFL tribunal, but Hawthorn's James Sicily has copped a lengthy ban.
World Cup glory on home soil ‘ultimate dream’: Sam Kerr
Sam Kerr is preparing to have the nation's expectations on her shoulders when the Matildas launch their quest for a maiden World Cup title on home soil.
Cam Smith committed to LIV Golf as uncertainty rages on
Australia's reigning British Open champion Cameron Smith says it's too early to say if he will return to the PGA Tour in 2024 if LIV Golf events aren't played.
Daniher, Lions clear on AFL tackle crackdown
Joe Daniher says he and his Brisbane Lions teammates aren't confused by the officiating around the AFL's crackdown on dangerous tackles.
Shane Flanagan set to be appointed Dragons coach
St George Illawarra will unveil Shane Flanagan as their next head coach but the ex-Cronulla boss will not join the Dragons until next season.
McKay ‘disappointed’ by Carlton’s ‘minority’ of fans
Carlton forward Harry McKay has hit out a "minority" of the club's supporters who hurled abuse at players, saying he was concerned for families in the crowd.
Argentina is a grudge match, not a friendly: Socceroo
Midfielder Keanu Baccus says the Socceroos are preparing for an intense run-out against Lionel Messi's Argentina in China, not a gentle friendly.
Cowboy Townsend shoots down ‘hand grenade’ exit rumours
Chad Townsend says he is frustrated by reports linking him with a move away from North Queensland with 18 months left on his contract.