Surging Aussie men to jostle for Brisbane wildcards
Alexei Popyrin leads home hopes but the quality of the Brisbane International field means four of Australia's in-form men have missed automatic qualification.
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Arnold’s mind on Olympics when naming Asian Cup squad
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold is on the cusp of naming his Asian Cup squad but is having to keep the Olyroos' upcoming Paris 2024 qualifiers in mind.
Maxwell committed to IPL long-term, eyes T20 World Cup
Star allrounder Glenn Maxwell insists Australia were focusing on next year's T20 World Cup as soon as they stunned India to claim the 50-over crown.
Fisher-Harris, Hale voted Golden Boot winners
James Fisher-Harris and Georgia Hale have taken out rugby league's Golden Boot awards after New Zealand were surprise winners of the Pacific series.
Johnson ‘un-Australian’ for questioning Warner: Mundine
Former boxing world champion and NRL star Anthony Mundine has had his say on the biggest feud in Australian cricket, while Glenn Maxwell's kept a straight bat.
Adelaide 36ers sack head coach CJ Bruton
The Adelaide 36ers have axed coach CJ Bruton, with club legend Scott Ninnis appointed to the helm for the rest of the NBL season.
Matildas to change personnel, not style against Canada
The Matildas will attempt to continue to work on their build-up play in their second friendly against Canada, even if it costs them goals.
David Fifita tears pectoral in Titans injury blow
Star Gold Coast second-rower David Fifita has torn a pectoral and will undergo surgery on Wednesday as the Titans face being without him for round one in 2024.
Boxing-fit Wallace targets Dolphins deal post-Bennett
Off-contract prop Jarrod Wallace will make the most of having Wayne Bennett as his coach for one more season but is looking to extend his stay at the Dolphins.
Bullets poised after NBL power rankings shake-up
Two close wins have put Brisbane back in the NBL mix but coach Justin Schueller knows a true test of their credentials is still to come.
Renshaw hones mind craft in Test recall bid
Matt Renshaw has opened up on the key changes in his mental approach to cricket ahead of playing for the Prime Minister's XI as he targets a Test recall.
LawConnect skipper lauds win in last race before Hobart
Christian Beck's 100ft supermaxi LawConnect has won line honours at the Big Boat Challenge, while URM Group claimed victory on handicap.
Pakistan quick Rauf cleared to play for Stars in BBL
Pakistan tearaway Haris Rauf has been belatedly cleared to play for the Melbourne Stars, just two days out from the start of the Big Bash League.
Johnson details reasons for explosive Warner takedown
Mitchell Johnson admits he has fallen out with his former Australia teammates David Warner and George Bailey over his explosive cricket columns.
Matildas coach turns to stars for second Canada game
Big-name Matildas will return for Australia's second game against Canada, with coach Tony Gustavsson adamant his youngsters learned plenty from their 5-0 loss.
Nadal lowers his expectations ahead of Brisbane return
Rafael Nadal has warned Brisbane spectators he will be in 'unexplored terrain' next month as he looks to lower his own expectations for his return.
French cycling ace Alaphilippe to ride Adelaide Tour
"Born entertainer" Julian Alaphilippe will be a major drawcard at the Tour Down Under, with the French cycling star a confirmed starter.
Commonwealth Games bid hampered by ‘tight’ timeline
Consultants working on the business case for Victoria's 2026 Commonwealth Games bid did not visit any venues and were given six weeks to complete their work.
Veart blasts Adelaide’s hunger in late ALM loss
Carl Veart won't rule out a shake-up to his Adelaide United side after their costly implosion against Macarthur.
Starc’s 1am text gives Johnson drive for T20 World Cup
Brisbane Heat and Australian bowler Spencer Johnson received an inspiring text from Mitchell Starc in a dark hour that has him primed for a huge season.
Don’t send Qld Cricket broke: Khawaja’s plea to state
Brisbane Heat captain Usman Khawaja says the Queensland government must recompense Queensland Cricket for the relocation losses incurred by Gabba rebuild.
Khawaja lauds Test opening partner Warner as a ‘hero’
Usman Khawaja has fired back at criticism of David Warner, saying his teammate is a hero of Australian cricket who has paid a price for Sandpaper-gate
NBL to work on schedule issues after Sixers’ gripes
The NBL will keep working through logistical issues with clubs after the Adelaide 36ers blasted the league over a tough travel schedule.
Career would be empty without AFL Swans flag: Adams
Sydney has recruited to harness an AFL premiership window and Taylor Adams is hopeful of finally hoisting the cup aloft at his new side.
Michael Neser pulls out of PM’s XI with soreness
Two-time Test paceman Michael Neser has withdrawn from the Prime Minister's XI match with soreness.
Gold Coast out of running to host 2026 Comm Games
Gold Coast mayor Tom Tate says the city will no longer pursue its $700 million bid to host a "streamlined" 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Next Commonwealth Games could move from Australia: CGA
Commonwealth Games Australia chief Craig Phillips says it's increasingly likely the next edition of the event will be shifted outside the nation.
‘Itchy feet’: Morris ready for Test debut
Lance Morris is back in Test calculations after recovering from his back injury and feels better equipped than ever for a debut.
Kyrgios to be at Australian Open ‘in some form’: TA
Tennis Australia boss Craig Tiley says Nick Kyrgios, who is wrestling with injury problems, will be at Melbourne Park in January one way or another.
Lions thrive on underdog tag to claim second AFLW flag
The Brisbane Lions have won their second AFLW grand final after wounded forward Dakota Davidson's late cameo inspired a 17-point win over North Melbourne.
Coach Crocker vows North will be stronger for AFLW pain
North Melbourne coach Darren Crocker believes his Kangaroos can take solace from premiers Brisbane following their grand final defeat.