Heavy going as Huni set to box through elbow injury
Australian heavyweight Justis Huni will defend his IBO Global title on Wednesday night on the Gold Coast after bravely brushing aside bone chips in his elbow.
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Birrell takes top-10 scalp, Joint scares Azarenka
Wildcard and world No.113 Kimberly Birrell claimed a top-10 scalp while Australian teenager Maya Joint gave a former world No.1 a huge Brisbane scare.
‘Mitch’s time’ – Aussies back Marsh ahead of SCG Test
Australia's wicketkeeper Alex Carey has rejected suggestions change is needed for the SCG, believing Mitch Marsh can silence his critics against India.
McGrath says Starc worth the risk as quick gets scans
Mitchell Starc has been sent for scans on his sore ribs ahead of the SCG Test, but Australia are confident the quick will be fit to face India in Sydney.
‘Open’ races predicted as road nationals head to Perth
The Australian road cycling championships have moved for the first time in two decades, meaning a radically different January for the sport.
Djokovic downs Monfils for 20th time to reach quarters
Novak Djokovic continued his stunning record against France's Gael Monfils to reach the Brisbane International quarter-finals as another Frenchman starred again
De Minaur’s girl helps GB end Australia’s Cup hopes
Australia have been eliminated from the United Cup despite Alex de Minaur winning both his singles and doubles matches in a 2-1 defeat of Great Britain.
Tigers confirm Balta assault charge in country NSW
Richmond's Noah Balta, who signed a seven-year AFL deal in October, has been charged with assault following an incident in country NSW on December 30.
Stoinis, Maxwell fire as Stars end BBL losing streak
Glenn Maxwell took one of the great BBL catches and captain Marcus Stoinis shone with the bat as Melbourne Stars romped to a five-wicket win over Brisbane Heat.
Never-say-die Thommo still thrives on Pat Rafter Arena
For Jordan Thompson, Brisbane's Pat Rafter Arena was where his 2024 breakthrough year began so splendidly - and the way he's started 2025 there bodes well too.
Hewitt anoints speed Demon as Australian Open contender
Twenty years after making the Australian Open final, Lleyton Hewitt has no doubt Alex de Minaur can also make a deep run in his quest to break the home drought.
Marsh dropped for SCG finale, Beau Webster to debut
Out-of-form Australia allrounder Mitch Marsh has been dropped for the Border-Gavaskar series finale at the SCG, with Beau Webster to make his Test debut.
‘Nix out to end AAMI Park hoodoo against depleted City
Wellington have not defeated Melbourne City at AAMI Park since 2013, but Phoenix coach Giancarlo Italiano believes their hoodoo can play in their favour.
Allrounder Webster takes long route in Test journey
Beau Webster will complete one of the most unique rises to the Australian Test team when he debuts against India, after a stunning second-half career surge.
Bodnar exits Glory, David Williams cut down by ACL tear
The exits have continued at Perth Glory, with Luke Bodnar the latest player to leave the embattled A-League Men club.
Perth nationals have Hindley pumped after tough 2024
Cycling star Jai Hindley, who is coming off a tough 2024 season, will be one of the headline acts as the road nationals come to his home city of Perth.
Aussie Birrell wins again to secure Brisbane QF berth
World No.113 Kimberly Birrell has secured a maiden quarter-final berth on the WTA tour after defeating Russian Anastasia Potapova at the Brisbane International.
Rohit at risk of getting the axe, career in doubt
India coach Gautam Gambhir has refused to guarantee Rohit Sharma a spot in his side for the fifth Test against Australia, with the captain sitting out training.
Dellavedova keen to mark Vickerman’s milestone in style
Melbourne United's Dean Vickerman will notch his 350th game as an NBL coach in Saturday night's clash with the 36ers in Adelaide.
Lynn unleashes as Strikers break BBL losing streak
Chris Lynn was moved up to open the innings and has delivered with his first half-century in this season's BBL as Adelaide mauled the Melbourne Renegades.
Sabalenka finds groove to reach Brisbane quarter-finals
World No.1 Aryna Sabalenka played the big points with class in a hard fought win over Yulia Putintseva to reach the last-eight at the Brisbane International.
‘My heart is full’: Novak boosted by family at his side
Novak Djokovic has found balance and serenity from having his family with him in Australia for the first time -- and it's reaping rewards on the court.
Australia want to win, not draw, as legacy Test looms
A draw in Sydney would be enough for Australia to regain the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, but Pat Cummins says his side want to beat India at the SCG.
Boland bags four as Australia runs through India
Scott Boland has taken 4-31 to put Australia well on top of the fifth Test at the SCG, with India all out for 185 late on day one.
Rohit Sharma’s Test career in jeopardy after axing
Rohit Sharma's Test career could be over after the captain was dropped for the decisive match of India's series against Australia.
Marathon man Kokkinakis playing the tennis of his life
Adelaide's Thanasi Kokkinakis, a magnet for marathon tennis drama, won't be deflected from his resilient quest to make 2025 the best year of his career.
In-demand prop Leo Thompson to join NRL’s Bulldogs
NRL side Canterbury have signed Newcastle prop Leo Thompson on a four-year deal that will begin in 2026.
AO goal drives upbeat Birrell despite Brisbane exit
Kimberly Birrell will move on fast after having her fairytale ended in Brisbane, where world No1 Aryna Sabalenka is in ominous form.
Phoenix shake off virus to focus on Glory ALW clash
Wellington coach Paul Temple is confident his side can put on a winning performance against Perth Glory after a virus swept through the A-League Women club.
Ugly bust-up not forgotten as 36ers, United meet again
Former NBA big man Montrezl Harrell will be the centre of attention when the 36ers host Melbourne United in Saturday night's grudge match in Adelaide.
Melbourne BBL teams urged to keep faith ahead of derby
While the Melbourne teams are at the wrong end of the BBL ladder, rival captains Marcus Stoinis and Will Sutherland say much is possible this season.