Matildas back fitness to deliver in World Cup QF
Matildas coach Tony Gustavsson has rarely changed his starting XI or turned to substitutes, but is confident his charges have the fitness to outlast France.
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Kerr coy on fitness after making Matildas return
Captain Sam Kerr made her eagerly anticipated return from a calf injury in the Matildas' win over Denmark but won't reveal how much she can ramp up her minutes.
Reynolds, Hughes return as NRL finals jostling heats up
Adam Reynolds returns for Brisbane, while Melbourne welcome back Jahrome Hughes and the Roosters' Dylan Napa will play his first NRL match since 2021.
Cherrington gets four-game NRLW ban for spear tackle
Parramatta's tough start to the NRLW season has become even tougher with news Kennedy Cherrington has been suspended for a spear tackle.
Striker James says sorry for stepping on Alozie’s back
England striker Lauren James has apologised to Michelle Alozie for the incident which led to her being sent off in their last-16 World Cup win over Nigeria.
Sharks NRL great Wade Graham to retire at season’s end
Former Australian Test and NSW State of Origin star Wade Graham says this season will be his last in the NRL.
France book date with Matildas after defeating Morocco
France have cruised past Morocco 4-0 to book a clash against Australia in the quarter-finals of the Women's World Cup in Brisbane on Saturday.
Fiji pick uncapped prop, omit Volavola from World Cup
Veteran five-eighth Ben Volavola has been left out of Fiji's Rugby World Cup squad but uncapped prop Jone Koroiduadua has been selected.
France ready for hostile Matildas’ reception
Kenza Dali says France are expecting a parochial home crowd in Brisbane on Saturday when they take on Women's World Cup co-hosts Australia in the quarter final.
Hurting Hynes vows to hit back, learn from Origin snub
Cronulla star and 2022 Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes admits he's on a mission to prove he can be a big-game player after his spectacular State of Origin axing.
Para-cyclist Reid claims her second gold at worlds
On a successful night for Australian riders at the world championships Amanda Reid has won her second gold, while Matt Glaetzer and Georgia Baker took silver.
Olympics on the line for Hockeyroos, Kookaburras
Direct Olympic qualification is the prize when Australia's men's and women's hockey teams play New Zealand for the Oceania Cup.
‘Makes me sick’: Hearn unloads after Opetaia setback
Jai Opetaia's wait to defend his IBF and The Ring world titles will stretch on after Richard Riakporhe became the latest opponent to pull out of a slated fight.
Hooper ’50-50′ as huge Wallabies World Cup call looms
Tim Horan would pick Michael Hooper but admits he has slipped down the pecking order as a huge World Cup call on the Wallabies co-captain looms.
Kiwi Boult to return for England series in WC build-up
New Zealand have announced a 15-man squad for their ODI series against England and it includes left-arm quick Trent Boult, who hasn't featured in nearly a year.
Broncos chasing ‘benchmark’ Panthers and closing gap
Brisbane will likely have to beat Penrith in the finals to win the 2023 crown, but former Panthers title winner Kurt Capewell says it's not an impossible dream.
Mixed injury news for Magpies as Murphy pushes to play
Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy appears a likely starter against Geelong, just days after medical staff ruled him out for up to three weeks.
Demons set for Oliver boost in run to AFL finals
Gun midfielder Clayton Oliver has completed Melbourne's main training session on Wednesday as he eyes a return to AFL action for the first time since round 10.
Surprise force emerges to challenge Boomers’ Cup tilt
First-time USA coach Steve Kerr knows the world has caught up to them, even if some of the biggest foreign NBA stars won't play at the upcoming FIBA World Cup.
Adelaide’s Rankine firming to return for Lions test
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says star forward Izak Rankine is a chance to return from a hamstring injury and play against the Brisbane Lions.
Bancroft to press claims to be Warner’s successor
Cameron Bancroft can push his claims to slot into David Warner's soon-to-be-vacant Test opening spot when he plays for Australia A.
Chalmers vows to keep swimming after Paris Olympics
Australian swim star Kyle Chalmers says he has no plans to retire after next year's Paris Olympics.
Seibold challenges Schuster to rise to the occasion
Manly coach Anthony Seibold is demanding more 80-minute performances from his NRL charges against Penrith, especially enigmatic playmaker Josh Schuster.
Ewing fractures back, WSL finals tilt in doubt
Ethan Ewing has suffered two fractures of his vertebrae while surfing in the lead-up to the Tahiti Pro, putting his world title shot in severe doubt.
Titans No.9 Verrills set for bone graft on collarbone
Titans coach Jim Lenihan says hooker Sam Verrills has battled a nagging infection in his collarbone, but surgery will have him right to start 2024 with a bang.
Interim coach King endorses Suns’ pursuit of Hardwick
Damien Hardwick is a coach every club would "love to have", says Gold Coast caretaker Steven King, as the Suns close in on securing the Richmond legend.
France friendly perfect prep for Matildas’ Cup clash
Australia insist they can take plenty out of July's friendly win over France as the Matildas prepare to face the world No.5 in a World Cup quarter-final.
Cortnee Vine ready to spark Matildas against France
Matildas winger Cortnee Vine has quickly moved on from being dropped to the bench and is confident she can provide the spark required if needed against France.
Diamonds not forever: Wood retires after World Cup win
Vice-captain Steph Wood has retired from international netball after Australia's latest World Cup win, bringing to an end seven years with the Diamonds.
Lemuelu schooled by Marshall to earn Dolphins success
Dolphin Connelly Lemuelu credits Benji Marshall for fuelling his belief he could make it from New Zealand to the NRL, via the Gold Coast's Keebra Park High.
Dellavedova misses out on Boomers World Cup selection
The Boomers have named their 13-man squad for three warm-up matches ahead of the Basketball World Cup with Olympic bronze medallist Matthew Dellavedova omitted.