NRL defends Dally M anonymity after voting puzzlers
The NRL says anonymity of Dally M voters is crucial after some round-one votes left fans puzzled.
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Magpies’ Cox apologises for pushing Giants’ ruck coach
Mason Cox has apologised for shoving Greater Western Sydney ruck coach Shane Mumford before Collingwood's AFL opening-round match against the Giants.
New Raider Smithies extends Canberra’s British empire
New recruit Morgan Smithies has already made an impact with Canberra and is relishing the chance to test himself against one-time idol John Bateman.
Suns get instant proof of Hardwick preachings: King
Gold Coast forward Ben King says the Suns got an instant justification of new coach Damien Hardwick's tactics in their win against Richmond.
Ball in BA’s court as NBL owner looks to buy into WNBL
Chief executive David Stevenson saying it's in basketball's interest for the NBL and WNBL to be run by the same body.
Broncos to unleash new Cobbo, Walsh combo on Rabbitohs
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds is fit to play former club South Sydney as the Broncos plan to up the ante with the Reece Walsh and Selwyn Cobbo combination.
Blues contact Johnston over racism class action claims
Carlton chief executive Brian Cook says the AFL needs to be "concerned" about the class action alleging historic racism in the game.
Oliver’s AFL form one bonus as Demons lick wounds
Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney says the Demons were beaten at the contest "convincingly" in their season-opening loss to Sydney last Thursday night.
Double to Fowler, but Man City lose in Women’s FA Cup
Matildas star Mary Fowler had a rare start for Manchester City in the Women's FA Cup quarter-final, but they lost to Spurs despite her two goals.
Mam statement available for NRL in Leniu hearing
The NRL will be able to call upon statements from Ezra Mam and two other Broncos when deciding a ban for Spencer Leniu after the Sydney Rooster's racial slur.
Cowboys winger Feldt targets new deal and Bowen record
Kyle Feldt is seeking a new contract as well as North Queensland's try-scoring record.
Suli’s new love of training spicing life at Dragons
St George Illawarra centre Mosese Suli played superbly in the opening round NRL win over Gold Coast and attributes it to a new-found resolve off the field.
Ex-Wallabies coaches Deans, Rennie win big in Japan
Japan's top-flight rugby competition has brought big wins for former Wallabies coaches Robbie Deans and Dave Rennie in the race for the title.
Dolphins’ Gilbert suffers setback ahead of ACL surgery
A blood clot has delayed surgery on Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert's torn anterior cruciate ligament but Wayne Bennett has no concerns over the player's recovery.
Ten-man Sydney FC claim hard-earned ALM Roar draw
Robert Mak and Henry Hore have traded goals as Sydney FC and Brisbane Roar shared the A-League Men spoils at Allianz Stadium.
Victoria, WA to battle in Sheffield Shield eliminator
Victoria can book a spot in a third successive Sheffield Shield final if they beat defending champions Western Australia in a blockbuster end to the season.
Atwell leads Lynx blitz in WNBL grand final opener
Amy Atwell has torched Southside Flyers with nine three-pointers to lead Perth to a 101-79 away win in game one of the WNBL grand final series in Melbourne.
Cowboys trample Dolphins to set early NRL pace
North Queensland have walloped the Dolphins 43-18 at Suncorp Stadium in their NRL opener, with the hosts also losing forward Connelly Lemuelu to a knee injury.
BBL draft shake up looms, WBBL expected to go shorter
The Big Bash League will change its rules to retain overseas talent for the entire tournament, while the women's competition is set to drop from 56 games to 40.
Aussie makes Djokovic work for victory at Indian Wells
Unseeded Aussie Aleksandar Vukic has pushed Novak Djokovic to three sets as the world No.1 made a successful return to Indian Wells after a five-year absence.
Fittler wants NRL to clamp down on Leniu commentary
Former NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler wants the NRL to sanction players who spoke out on the Spencer Leniu racism claim before it reached the judiciary.
AFL to investigate Cox’s ‘bizarre’ pre-match stunt
GWS forward Brent Daniels has called out Collingwood's Mason Cox's pre-match stunt with Giants ruck coach Shame Mumford as "bizarre".
Stop downplaying racism, integrity boss tells sports
Sport Integrity Australia chief David Sharpe says national sports leaders must stop downplaying racism as fresh claims emerge involving the AFL.
Lussick open to 80-minute role as Eels hooker
Joey Lussick says he would be open to playing 80 minutes at hooker for Parramatta in 2024, believing he plays better football with longer stints on the field.
Shellshocked Australia on the brink in second Test
Australia are 4-77 chasing 279 for victory in the second Test after New Zealand's day of dominance at Hagley Oval.
Addo-Carr suffers soft-tissue injury, no fracture
Canterbury flyer Josh Addo-Carr has been cleared of a fracture in his right shoulder, but scans have shown significant soft-tissue damage.
O’Halloran up next for GWS after Ward’s injury blow
GWS midfielder Callan Ward's shoulder injury is expected to sideline him for two months, opening the door for Xavier O'Halloran to step up in his absence.
Collingwood will learn lessons from GWS defeat: McRae
Collingwood may have been denied the perfect start to their premiership defence by GWS but coach Craig McRae says his players are already licking their wounds.
Popovic encouraged by win for much-improved Victory
Melbourne Victory coach Tony Popovic has been left chuffed with his team's performance at Adelaide United where they ran out 2-1 winners.
Dragons’ Sloan credits tough Flanagan chats for reboot
St George Illawarra No.1 Tyrell Sloan, who's started the NRL season with a hat-trick, has credited coach Shane Flanagan for helping him flourish.
Giant wake-up call for Collingwood in loss to GWS
Callum Brown, Jesse Hogan and Brent Daniels all hit the scoreboard regularly to help GWS to a decisive 32-point win over AFL premiers Collingwood.