Zorko out as Lions’ McCluggage returns to face Saints
Dayne Zorko will miss another week with a calf injury but star midfielder Hugh McCluggage returns as the Brisbane Lions face top-four hopefuls St Kilda.
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Suspended Hawk Sicily set for stint in coaches’ box
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell plans to bring captain James Sicily into the coaches' box for his three games under suspension.
Whitelock back for Crusaders in Super Rugby final
The Crusaders have been boosted by the return of All Blacks lock Sam Whitelock from injury for Saturday's Super Rugby final against the ladder-topping Chiefs.
‘Crazy what I learned’: Nanai credits Slater video tips
Queensland's Jeremiah Nanai says a phone call from coach Billy Slater and a 30-minute video session gave him the tools to fire on his Origin recall.
‘I want the 10 jersey’: Cooper set for Wallabies recall
Ten months after rupturing his Achilles, veteran five-eighth Quade Cooper is ready to make his second Wallabies comeback in the lead up to the Rugby World Cup.
Supercars trigger parity review as Chevrolet dominates
Supercars officials have triggered a parity review to identify and evaluate any imbalances between the new Gen 3 Ford's and Chevrolet's.
Labuschagne loses top spot in ICC batting rankings
Marnus Labuschagne's rare double-failure at Edgbaston has cost him No.1 spot in the ICC rankings, with Steve Smith and Travis Head bumped out of the top three.
Ex-NBA assistant Abdelfattah is Kings’ new coach
Back-to-back NBL champions the Sydney Kings have unveiled former Houston Rockets assistant Mahmoud Abdelfattah as their new head coach.
Storm skipper Welch’s words of wisdom for Jennings
Winger George Jennings says Storm captain Christian Welch, who was also in the rehab ward, helped with his frustratingly long recovery from knee surgery.
Blues plot northern ambush in women’s Origin decider
NSW coach Kylie Hilder says there's been zero talk of aggregate score in State of Origin camp this week as her Blues plot a series win on enemy soil.
Jed Anderson takes personal leave from Gold Coast
Suns midfielder Jed Anderson is yet to notch an AFL game in 2023, and the ex-Kangaroo's hopes of playing this season appear slim after taking personal leave.
Speedy Hamiso the gift that will keep giving: Fabri
Maroons centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has been likened to the great David Peachey and sprint coach Roger Fabri says he's 'not touching the surface' of his talent.
Warriors play down early NRL return for Tuivasa-Sheck
Rugby union convert and former Dally M winner Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is seemingly not in the picture for a Warriors return this season, according to their coach.
Versatile Cotter a deadly tentacle in Maroons octopus
Reuben Cotter has been named on the bench for Queensland but coach Billy Slater says he could start in the back row or slot in at hooker during Origin II.
Heal given chance to shine in Opals’ Asia Cup squad
The understrength Opals are preparing for the home basketball Asia Cup in the lead up to Paris 2024, with young guns like Shyla Heal eager to prove themselves.
Copping sprays ‘the best part about Origin’: Cook
NSW aren't afraid to cop some verbal barbs as the Blues look to level the State of Origin series before a hostile Brisbane crowd at Suncorp Stadium.
No mental demons at St Kilda from 2022 fadeout: Crouch
St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch is optimistic the Saints can start stringing together more consistent football following an inconsistent 10-week stretch.
Embarrassment can be good motivator, NSW coach Fittler
Brad Fittler says his NSW team can't afford to slip up by relaxing again if they are ahead late in State of Origin II in Brisbane on Wednesday night.
Dragons players back Flanagan amid Hunt drama
Ben Hunt may want out of St George Illawarra but teammates are looking forward to a new chapter under incoming coach Shane Flanagan.
‘Sub-par’ Canberra stadium facilities cost opportunity
The NRL thinks a new stadium should be built in Canberra's Civic area and has criticised the "sub-par" facilities at GIO Stadium in suburban Bruce.
Mitchell ruled out of Rabbitohs’ clash with Cowboys
After leaving NSW's State of Origin camp early, Latrell Mitchell will miss Sunday's NRL clash between South Sydney and North Queensland with his calf injury.
Ikin: QRL wants Slater to stay on as Maroons coach
Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin says Maroons coach Billy Slater and the team continue to improve and expects the trend to continue if he stays in the role.
Halfback Fogarty open to criticism after blowout losses
Canberra halfback Jamal Fogarty is encouraging coach Ricky Stuart to be more critical of his performances after the Raiders' recent poor home record.
Star Walsh back to best as Carlton ‘unleash shackles’
Carlton star Sam Walsh has regained confidence in his contested work after serious back surgery meant the hard-running midfielder failed to do a pre-season.
Western Bulldogs defender Liam Jones out for months
The Western Bulldogs' finals ambitions have taken a blow with defender Liam Jones to miss eight to 10 weeks after surgery for a broken arm.
Cummins leads Australia to thrilling opening Ashes win
Australia have beaten England by two wickets in the first Ashes Test after Pat Cummins and Nathan Lyon pulled off a thrilling chase late on the final day.
‘Special’ ties bind Maroons’ Ben Hunt and Harry Grant
To understand why Maroons hookers Ben Hunt and Harry Grant are a lethal duo on the field you need to look into their past in a small Central Queensland town.
No interest in underdog tag on NSW Origin judgement day
For the first time since the State of Origin playing days of Cameron Smith and Billy Slater, the NSW Blues find themselves as considerable underdogs.
De Minaur turns on style to end Murray’s run
Alex de Minaur has continued his hold over Andy Murray, ending the former world No.1's winning streak on grass with a straight sets win at the Queen's Club.
Bombers’ Draper could miss Freo clash, Parish to return
Gun Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish will return from a calf injury against Fremantle but dynamic ruckman Sam Draper is in doubt ahead of the trip west.
Garth chance for Test first, Schutt to be overlooked
Megan Schutt is set to be overlooked for the Women's Ashes series-opener, with Kim Garth a chance to make her Test debut for Australia at Trent Bridge.