Howe to return as Magpies eye response against Swans
Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe is set to return from a calf injury against Sydney as the Magpies attempt to get off the mark in their premiership defence.
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Pressure builds on Wanderers’ Rudan after City thumping
The pressure is piling on Western Sydney Wanderers coach Marko Rudan after a 7-0 defeat to Melbourne City where he failed to front up post-match.
Rudan skips presser after City smash hapless Wanderers
After Melbourne City put Western Sydney to the sword with a 7-0 thrashing, Wanderers coach Marko Rudan failed to front up for his post-match press conference.
Reds coach Kiss issues plea to RA regarding Petaia
Reds coach Les Kiss wants Rugby Australia to get behind Jordan Petaia, saying Super Rugby's playmakers need greater protection.
Tremain, Davies star for NSW in Shield clash with Qld
NSW's Chris Tremain and Oliver Davies have starred on day two of the Blues' Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland in Brisbane.
Bancroft pushes WA to handy lead in crucial Shield game
Western Australia have a lead of 219 in their second innings against Victoria as they attempt to book their spot in a third successive Sheffield Shield final.
Magpies’ Cox reprimanded by AFL for pushing Mumford
The AFL has reprimanded Collingwood big man Mason Cox for pushing GWS ruck coach Shane Mumford in an incident before the preliminary-final rematch.
Teen Tiger Galvin named for NRL debut against Canberra
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has dropped a round two selection bombshell, naming 18-year-old Lachlan Galvin in the halves.
Warbrick hails improved defence from Storm’s Coates
Will Warbrick says the defence shown by Xavier Coates in round one is no fluke with his fellow Melbourne winger a stand-out in the Storm pre-season.
Wounded Waratahs won’t go away against Blues
For the NSW Waratahs' Kiwi-born flanker Charlie Gamble, it will get personal in Saturday night's Super Rugby Pacific clash with the Blues in Sydney.
Manly’s Saab out for six weeks with hamstring injury
Jason Saab has been ruled out for six weeks with an injury as Manly teammate Josh Schuster prepares to return via the NSW Cup.
Opening Round balances out MCG grand final: Longmire
John Longmire says having Opening Round in Brisbane and Sydney could compensate for the grand final always being played in Melbourne.
Sharks out to shed tag as NRL’s top-eight lightweights
The Sharks hope a gritty season-opening away victory over the Warriors proves a line-in-the-sand moment in their quest to become a genuine NRL title force.
Crows star Walker battles back ailment ahead of opener
Adelaide utility Ben Keays is hopeful key forward Taylor Walker can overcome a back injury and play in the Crows' AFL season-opener.
Tupou focused on Rebels’ winning run rather than Reds
Star Melbourne prop Taniela Tupou says he used to struggle to take on former teammates but is ready to hurt the Reds if required in their Super Rugby showdown.
North coach Clarkson declines to elaborate on outburst
Alastair Clarkson says he wants to "focus on footy" rather than discussing his fine and suspended ban for an explosive pre-season tirade.
Canberra silenced doubters in Newcastle raid: Levi
Canberra hooker Danny Levi put a roller coaster 2023 NRL campaign behind him with a strong showing in his side's upset opening-round win against Newcastle.
Tigers’ Big Three set to return for Blues blockbuster
Tom Lynch, Dustin Martin and Toby Nankervis are likely to boost Richmond for Thursday night's AFL blockbuster against Carlton.
Simonsson wants Eels centre spot amid Lomax interest
Bailey Simonsson has made clear he wants to make Parramatta's left centre spot his own, as the Eels continue to be linked with Dragons star Zac Lomax.
Lions’ ‘selfishness’ contributed to Blues blip: Neale
Selfishness and complacency contributed to Brisbane's shock AFL loss from 46 points ahead against Carlton, Lions co-captain Lachie Neale says.
Smith will get time as Australia Test opener: McDonald
Coach Andrew McDonald has hailed Australia's ability to find a way after the narrow second Test win over NZ and backed Steve Smith to overcome his batting yips.
NRL has failed by not going harder on Leniu: Thurston
Johnathan Thurston has claimed the NRL has failed by not giving Spencer Leniu a lengthier ban for racism, arguing for 12 matches instead of eight.
JackJumpers’ secret weapon key to game two win
Marcus Lee was out, Will Magnay in doubt but the Tasmania JackJumpers received a crucial season-best Majok Deng performance to beat the Perth Wildcats.
Malaysia fancied as host for 2026 Commonwealth Games
Malaysia has been offered $194 million to assist in hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games, filling the void left by the withdrawal last year of Victoria.
Australia win NZ series after mighty Christchurch chase
Alex Carey and Mitch Marsh propelled Australia to a mighty three-wicket win in the second Test against New Zealand, chasing down 279 for a 2-0 series win.
AFL footy boss indicates ‘Opening Round’ here to stay
The AFL will review its inaugural 'Opening Round' but football boss Laura Kane loved the new concept, indicating it will remain part of the fixture next year.
Leniu banned for eight games for racial slur on Mam
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu has been banned for eight matches after admitting calling Brisbane's Indigenous star Ezra Mam a "monkey" during an NRL game.
Rain threatens NSW’s unlikely Sheffield Shield dream
NSW came into their Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland as a mathematical chance to make the season final but rain is threatening to wash away their dream.
Latest Docherty AFL injury ‘levelled’ Blues: coach Voss
Carlton coach Michael Voss says the Blues are gutted for much-loved player Sam Docherty, who will need his third knee reconstruction and is out for the season.
GWS star Ward avoids shoulder surgery, out 6-8 weeks
GWS will be without experienced midfielder Callan Ward for at least six weeks as the star deals with a shoulder injury sustained in their opening-round win.
Panthers seek to spark attack after slow start to NRL
Izack Tago is closing in on a new deal at Penrith as coach Ivan Cleary looks to add bite to the Panthers' attacking threat.