Payten unveils Cowboys plot to thwart ‘Reece lightning’
North Queensland are preparing for a Brisbane side smarting from a humiliating loss at Suncorp Stadium last year in the corresponding Queensland derby match.
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Scott asked whether he should stay at Cats after 2021
Two-time Geelong premiership coach Chris Scott says it would not have taken much to nudge him out after their 2021 preliminary final loss.
Cleary hurt as Panthers bounce back against Rabbitohs
Defending premiers Penrith have fought hard to secure a 16-10 NRL win over South Sydney but will hope Nathan Cleary's ankle complaint is not serious.
Townsville beat Perth to take 1-0 lead in WNBL semis
Townsville Fire have taken a 1-0 lead in their best-of-three WNBL semi-final series and recorded a 13th straight victory with a 81-68 home win over Perth Lynx.
Racial abuse of Mitchell to be reported to police
Jason Demetriou has confirmed the Rabbitohs will file a police report after a teenage fan allegedly racially abused Latrell Mitchell.
How Singleton and Beetson got it right on Dolphins
Rugby league benefactor John Singleton reflects on a prescient 2010 prediction shared with Arthur Beetson about a potential Redcliffe NRL team.
Montgomery returns to arrest Mariners’ form slump
Manager Nick Montgomery is back on deck as the Central Coast Mariners head to Mudgee to take on Macarthur Bulls in the A-League Men.
Kingsley tips GWS captaincy to bring out best in Greene
GWS have long valued Toby Greene's leadership despite the explosive forward's turbulent on-field history and frequent run-ins with the AFL match review officer.
Gilbert reveals moments that will define Dolphins
Dolphins captain Jesse Bromwich has failed to finish training after hurting his elbow, while round one star Felise Kaufusi also missed their latest session.
Tigers’ Klemmer primed to take on Knights
David Klemmer had an eventful end to his time at Newcastle and the new Wests Tigers prop will be playing with a point to prove.
Giddey has 17 assists in seventh NBA triple-double
Josh Giddey has done as he pleased in Oklahoma City's 137-128 defeat of Golden State, notching a career-high 17 assists as part of a seventh NBA triple-double.
Sydney Kings won’t be distracted by Cooks’ NBA deal
As they hunt back-to-back NBL titles, the Sydney Kings are determined not to become distracted by Xavier Cooks' impending move to the NBA.
Smith’s glaring absence from The Players Championship
Australia's defending champ Cameron Smith is among five top-10 finishers from last year banned from The Players Championship, the PGA Tour's richest event.
Mitchell fit as Souths aim to exploit Penrith ‘cracks’
Latrell Mitchell is fit to face Penrith and will be expected to back up his talk after claiming he could see a disconnect among the Panthers.
Haunted Harrison on redemption mission against Tszyu
Tony Harrison says his father-trainer went to his grave believing he'd let his son down, leaving the American desperate for redemption against Aussie Tim Tszyu.
Suaalii’s re-signing a timely boost for Sydney Roosters
The re-signing of teenage sensation Joseph Suaalii has lifted spirits at Bondi Junction following the Sydney Roosters' shock round-one NRL loss to the Dolphins.
Reds’ scrum depth to face Brumbies test
The man keen to permanently replace Taniela Tupou in the Queensland Reds front row is excited by the task of tackling the ACT Brumbies' Wallaby-laden pack.
Penrith play down concerns after loss, Luai-Salmon talk
Penrith State of Origin star Liam Martin has rejected Latrell Mitchell's claim of early cracks appearing in the Panthers' push for an NRL three-peat.
Injured Munster’s return behind unlikely Storm win
Melbourne captain Christian Welch says Cameron Munster's 'keep calm and carry on' mentality after suffering a horrific finger injury gave the Storm confidence.
Slater wisdom lights fire in Walsh at No.1 for Broncos
Queensland coach Billy Slater says he wants Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh to focus on the fundamentals of fullback play, advice the 20-year-old has taken to heart.
‘Let’s go’: Fifita buzzing after Titans extension
Re-signed backrower David Fifita has talked up his makeshift partnership with Kieran Foran and the potential of a Titans' core that's now committed long-term.
Souths lose forwards but name Mitchell to face Panthers
Latrell Mitchell has been named to face Penrith after suffering a knee injury in round one, but South Sydney have lost two forwards to injury for the match.
Murphy soaks up ‘surreal’ debut Test tour of India
Australia's newest spin wizard Todd Murphy says bowling to Indian icon Virat Kohli has been "as good as it gets" on his debut Test tour.
Friedrichs in for the ride as women’s rugby goes pro
Georgina Friedrichs went from Wallaroos rookie to player of the year and expects she'll only get better now the side has part-time professional status.
James Tamou labels Broncos derby “mini-Origin”
Friday's Queensland derby has all the makings of another classic and James Tamou believes the clash is right up there with State of Origin.
Wade Graham holds technique concerns after NRL ban
Wade Graham has been banned for four matches at the NRL judiciary for a high tackle, calling into question his technique after changes to avoid concussions.
Aussie amateur seeks giant-killing in English RL cup
Australian primary school teacher Jack Payne was once on the books of St George Illawarra Dragons, now he aims to upset one of English RL's famous clubs.
Crows boast most potent attack in years, says Laird
Adelaide's triple club champion Rory Laird says the Crows boast their most potent forward line since the 2017 group of attackers who reached the grand final.
Luke Keary leaps to defence of NRL independent doctors
Sydney Roosters star Luke Keary fully supports having independent doctors ordering HIA tests from the NRL Bunker, saying it's the players who can't be trusted.
Content Casboult relishing King pairing at Suns
Key forward Levi Casboult stepped up at his new AFL club last season and now wants to reap the rewards alongside the fit-again Ben King on the Gold Coast.
Vixens set to bounce back from Super Netball final blow
With the Super Netball grand final already locked-in to Melbourne, the Vixens are determined to be a part of it as they bounce back from last year's title loss.