Turuva’s safe hands play big part in Penrith mass gains
Sunia Turuva has been one of the most kicked-to wingers in the NRL this year, but it took until round 25 for the Penrith flyer to put one down.
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Warrior Johnson doesn’t feel robbed by Dally M defeat
Warriors half Shaun Johnson insists Kalyn Ponga is a deserving Dally M Medal winner, adamant he does not feel robbed by losing to the Newcastle fullback.
Wallabies’ great Moore demands answers from Eddie Jones
Former Test skipper Stephen Moore says, as a player, he would find it difficult to play for Eddie Jones if the Wallabies coach was looking to switch to Japan.
Magpies and Lions hunt glory in showpiece grand final
Collingwood and Brisbane have taken different paths, with different methods, to reach Saturday's AFL grand final..
Billy Slater inks three-year extension as Maroons coach
Billy Slater's new deal as Maroons coach until 2026 has been hailed by QRL boss Ben Ikin, who identifies aspects of Mal Meninga and Craig Bellamy in his work.
‘Special’ captain Moore set for AFL’s grand stage
First-year Collingwood captain Darcy Moore is entirely his own man and it suits the Magpies just fine as they prepare for the AFL grand final.
Wallabies out to salvage pride against Portugal
The Wallabies, determined to make amends for their humbling by Wales, will hunt maximum points even if their World Cup hopes are gone when they face Portugal.
Marsh and Maxwell star in much-needed win over India
Mitchell Marsh led a storming batting display before Glenn Maxwell marked his return from injury by spinning Australia to a badly-needed 66-run win over India.
Star Sri Lankan batter not guilty of ‘stealthing’
International cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been acquitted of raping a Tinder date by allegedly removing his condom without her consent.
I wouldn’t have won Dally M without head knock: Ponga
Kalyn Ponga's maiden Dally M would likely not have been won if not for six weeks of introspection over his role and form, the Newcastle fullback admits.
Brisbane face AFL grand final call on Payne’s fitness
Brisbane face a call on whether defender Jack Payne is fit to return from an ankle injury for the AFL grand final while Collingwood could make just one change.
Sexual assault verdict looms for star Sri Lankan batter
International cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka is about to learn if he's been found guilty of raping a woman by allegedly removing his condom without her consent.
Ponga pips Johnson by a point to claim Dally M Medal
Newcastle captain Kalyn Ponga is a surprise winner of the Dally M Medal, edging out Warriors ace Shaun Johnson to claim the NRL's top individual honour.
Poland says it will seek to host Olympics in 2036
Poland has announced it will bid to host the 2036 Olympics.
Dad to present cup to son if Magpies win grand final
Peter Moore will present the premiership trophy to son Darcy if Collingwood win the grand final, while Leigh Matthews will do the honours for Brisbane.
Frampton will replace McStay for Pies in grand final
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed Billy Frampton will replace injured forward Dan McStay for the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
Maxwell spins Aussies to much-needed win over India
Mitchell Marsh led a storming batting display before Glenn Maxwell marked his return from injury by spinning Australia to a badly-needed 66-run win over India.
‘A gift’: Broncos greats hit back at Gould GF forecast
Phil Gould's prediction that Penrith will beat Brisbane by 20 points in the NRL grand final will only serve to fire up their rivals, Broncos legends say.
‘New version’ Dellavedova fuels United’s NBL ambition
A fit and more aggressive Matthew Dellavedova will front Melbourne United's NBL title push as the season begins with a Victorian derby at John Cain Arena.
Magpies’ Maynard continuing impressive footy dynasty
Before the first bounce of Saturday's AFL grand final, as he does at the start of every game, Collingwood's Brayden Maynard will remember his grandfathers.
Unsung Fisher-Harris ‘best front-rower in NRL’: Penrith
Brisbane's Payne Haas enters the grand final as the NRL's most-hyped front-rower, but Penrith's players believe the game's best prop will line up with them.
Australia pile on 352 in third ODI v India
Marnus Labuschagne has boosted his World Cup prospects with 72 runs as Australia scored 7-352 batting first in the third ODI against India in Rajkot.
NSW delay call on Brad Fittler’s Origin coaching future
Brad Fittler's future as State of Origin coach remains in limbo after the NSW Rugby League held off a decision on staffing for the 2024 season.
Connection, winning history drive Penrith’s progress
Penrith are a team of certified stars fused with home-grown talent, but it is the recruitment of fringe squad members that helps keep their dynasty alive.
Lion McInerney grounded, grateful on path to AFL final
Brisbane Lions ruckman Oscar McInerney was a keen volunteer at his cricket club and the mature rookie has kept perspective on his way to the AFL grand final.
Kurt Capewell immune to needle: Penrith pest Martin
Penrith's Liam Martin is keen to face off against ex-teammate Kurt Capewell in the NRL grand final but may struggle to faze the Bronco with his trademark jibes.
Origin prop Fotuaika re-signs with Titans long-term
Gold Coast have locked up important prop forward Moeaki Fotuaika until the end of the 2027 NRL season.
Cyber attack can’t thwart NRLW Knights’ star Roche
The NRLW career of grand finalist Georgia Roche was almost over before it started as a result of a software hack in the UK.
Quest for perfection defines Broncos whiz Walsh: Boyd
Broncos legend Darius Boyd mentors Reece Walsh and says what he does when no-one is watching is integral to the 21-year-old fullback's success.
Battered Wallabies sink to new low in world rankings
The two-time world champion Wallabies have slumped to their worst-ever ranking, falling to 10, following their record World Cup loss to Wales in Lyon.
Turuva’s last-minute tux shop ahead of Dally M awards
Sunia Turuva has been forced to add tuxedo shopping to his grand-final week to-do list as he looks to become the second Panther to be named rookie of the year.