Vest injury prompts Reds to step up welfare criticism
Harry Wilson has questioned the process that saw Connor Vest walk off the ground before scans revealed the Queensland Reds flanker had fractured his neck.
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Blind jiu jitsu warrior to inspire at world titles
Kadek Artayana hopes his journey to the Brazilian jiu jitsu world championships can inspire anyone with a disability to believe anything is possible.
Assistant coach Ryles ready to fly from Roosters: Keary
Veteran Luke Keary says Jason Ryles is ready to take the step up into a senior coaching role just as other Sydney Roosters assistants before him have done.
Board member quits as Blues’ AFL woes deepen
Carlton board member Craig Mathieson has resigned suddenly as the Blues' season of great expectations continues to unravel.
Anderson ‘overwhelmed’ with NRL support after accident
Top NRL names have teamed up to launch a new fundraising initiative for former coach Daniel Anderson after he was left a quadriplegic from a surfing accident.
City’s Bos leads PFA A-League Men team of the season
Melbourne City's 20-year-old defender Jordy Bos has been named captain of the Professional Footballers Australia's A-League Men team of the season.
Burgess battle set Young on path to debut Blues berth
Canberra back-rower and new Blue Hudson Young has shown throughout his career he won't be intimidated easily.
Skipper Healy confirms move after Lanning withdrawal
Meg Lanning's withdrawal has helped confirm stand-in captain Alyssa Healy's thoughts on her own position in the batting order for next month's Ashes Test.
Adam Treloar eyes return for Dogs’ battle with Cats
Western Bulldogs star Adam Treloar has missed the past three weeks with a hamstring strain but is set to be given the all-clear to return against Geelong.
Blues debutant calls for decider game in women’s Origin
A NSW Blues Origin debutant says the NRL should add a third game to the women's Origin format after the series was expanded to two matches.
Brisbane star Zorko banned over Pedlar eye contact
Brisbane's Dayne Zorko has been hit with a one-match ban for contact close to an opponent's eye, while Crow Rory Laird is in trouble over a dangerous tackle.
De Minaur leads four Aussie men into Paris second round
Alex de Minaur has ensured there'll be at least four Australian men in the second round of the French Open - the first time that's happened for 23 years.
Cerra, Laird overturn AFL bans, Parker not as lucky
Carlton midfielder Adam Cerra is free to play in Friday's clash with Melbourne after overturning his one-match ban for a dangerous tackle.
Blues ready to unleash the beast that Slater created
Nicho Hynes' rise to a NSW Origin berth has been rapid and Queensland coach Billy Slater had a major role in the playmaker's development.
Fittler lauds Mitchell as NSW star sits out Origin I
A calf injury has forced South Sydney and NSW superstar Latrell Mitchell to pull out of State of Origin I in Adelaide.
Adelaide back Rankine to shine against former AFL club
Adelaide expect star recruit Izak Rankine to thrive under the pressure of playing against his former club Gold Coast for the first time.
Ex-Hawks official Burt denies claims in racism inquiry
Former Hawthorn official Jason Burt has given a wide-ranging interview in response to the claims of historic racism at the club.
Fractured neck for Vest as Queensland injuries pile up
Reds flanker Conner Vest remains in a New Zealand hospital with a fractured neck while captains Liam Wright and Tate McDermott were also injured in Dunedin.
DCE bakes Maroons’ right edge ahead of Latrell test
Valentine Holmes looks set to defend on Queensland's right edge against Blues star Latrell Mitchell, with Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moved to the Maroons' left edge.
Tabuai-Fidow lands Origin return after Dolphins move
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow knew leaving the comforts of the far north was a risk but a Redcliffe fishing buddy and some sparkling NRL form quickly eased his mind.
Suaalii’s move could make others follow to rugby: Koula
Manly centre and rugby union target Tolutau Koula admits Joseph-Aukuso's Suaalii's move to the 15-man game could make it more enticing for NRL players to leave.
NRLW’s Southwell questions ‘disorganised’ Origin change
The NRL blindsided women's State of Origin players by only informing them of changes to the series after they had arrived in camp.
Dolphins’ Isaako inspired by late father’s words
Jamayne Isaako nearly quit the game after his dad died but some sound advice has given the winger a new lease of life under Wayne Bennett at the Dolphins.
Hawks overcome inaccuracy for shock win over Saints
Hawthorn captain James Sicily was mighty as his team overcame bad goalkicking to score a shock AFL win over St Kilda at Marvel Stadium.
Jackson inspires Dockers to thrilling upset of Demons
Fremantle have surged to a fourth straight win, upsetting Melbourne by seven points in a tight and tense AFL clash at the MCG.
Fijian Drua edge Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby shootout
The Fijian Drua have survived a late fightback from Moana Pasifika to claim a 47-46 Super Rugby Pacific win in Lautoka.
Blues star Cerra offered one-game ban in major blow
Struggling Carlton could be without star midfielder Adam Cerra for a crucial clash with Melbourne after he was offered a one-game ban for a dangerous tackle.
Late Lightning strike downs gallant Magpies
Sunshine Coast Lightning have eased ahead in the last 90 seconds to win 66-62 and bring a difficult week to a heartbreaking close for the Collingwood Magpies.
Telea scores four tries in Blues’ Super Rugby victory
The Blues have taken a major step towards securing a top-four berth in Super Rugby Pacific with a 36-25 win over the Hurricanes.
No panic for Cats as Giants’ Greene inspires AFL upset
Toby Greene has celebrated his 200-game milestone in style with four goals as GWS scored a surprise seven-point win over Geelong at GMHBA Stadium.
Broncos topple fast-finishing Warriors in Napier
An undermanned Brisbane have survived a late Warriors fightback in a thrilling 26-22 NRL win in Napier.