Dolphins ‘have cap space’ for key 2024 recruits: Reader
Dolphins CEO Terry Reader says retention and recruitment for 2024 is set to go up a notch after re-signing Queensland forward Tom Gilbert until the end of 2028.
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Nigeria won’t be swayed by Kerr, Fowler absences
Nigeria will hope to frustrate the Matildas like Ireland did first-up and insist they won't let Mary Fowler and Sam Kerr's absence make them complacent.
Lussick jets in to power Parra’s Melbourne trip
Joey Lussick will be given a baptism of fire on his return to the NRL as Parramatta head south to face Melbourne.
US captain Horan driven by missing 2019 WWC final
The Netherlands will be out for revenge when they play two-time reigning champions USA in Wellington in a rematch of the 2019 Women's World Cup final.
Bombers’ new direction sealed Mason Redman’s AFL future
Mason Redman has signed a new five-year contract with Essendon after strongly considering a move away from the AFL club during a crisis-hit 2022.
Walters leaps to Broncos’ defence after Gould criticism
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says his side's defensive performances are improving, despite Phil Gould's doubts about the Broncos' title credentials.
O’Callaghan breaks longest-standing women’s swim record
Australia's Mollie O'Callaghan has broken the longest-standing world record in women's swimming to win the 200m freestyle at the world championships in Japan.
‘Dark place’: Wallabies Tupou considered quitting rugby
Ahead of the Bledisloe Cup, Wallabies prop Taniela Tupou says he had to learn to ask for help as he questioned his rugby future during his return from injury.
World champ Moloney open to Kambosos co-headline
World champion boxer Jason Moloney could co-headline an Australian show with the resurgent George Kambosos Jr later this year.
Saints forwards to return, but Howard set for surgery
St Kilda talls Max King, Tim Membrey, Zaine Cordy and Jack Hayes are on the mend, but key defender Dougal Howard needs surgery on a fractured wrist.
Coach backs Matildas’ attack without concussed Fowler
The Matildas are prepared to reshuffle when they take on Nigeria in the Women's World Cup without concussed young gun Mary Fowler and star striker Sam Kerr.
Roosters’ Walker has final test before return: Robinson
Roosters coach Trent Robinson says injured halfback Sam Walker is on the cusp of returning to action from an anterior cruciate ligament sprain.
Souths extend Tatola, Warriors lock in Pompey
Prop Tevita Tatola has been handed a five-year contract extension by South Sydney, while the Warriors have given a two-year deal to utility back Adam Pompey.
Purse bid called for Jai Opetaia’s maiden title defence
The location of Jai Opetaia's first world-title defence is up for grabs after the IBF requested purse bids for his fight against challenger Richard Riakporhe.
Series win the focus as Warner denies retirement talk
Pat Cummins insists Australia's focus remains on a long-overdue Ashes series win in England, as David Warner rejects talk of an imminent retirement plan.
One year out, Aussies set sights on Paris Olympics
Australian athletes and officials have the Paris Olympics firmly in their sights as they marked the one-year-to-go milestone in Sydney.
Titmus’ master-plan working perfectly at world titles
The master plan of Australian ace Ariarne Titmus is coming together perfectly ahead of her 200 metres freestyle final at the world championships.
Broncos biter Werner handed two-game NRLW ban
Brisbane Broncos NRLW winger Ashleigh Werner has been suspended for two games and been found guilty of biting Sydney Roosters counterpart Jamye Fressard.
Norway draw with Switzerland, WWC hopes in danger
Switzerland and Norway have scrapped out a 0-0 draw to leave Group A delicately poised ahead of the final round of games.
Port’s Rioli has two-game AFL ban reduced to one match
Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli has had his two-game ban for striking Collingwood defender Nathan Murphy downgraded to one at the tribunal.
Tedesco lifts Roosters ahead of Walsh clash: Keary
Luke Keary says the Roosters will have a 'big job' nullifying Brisbane whiz Reece Walsh but the most recent form of skipper James Tedesco has him enthused.
Philippines stun Women’s World Cup co-hosts New Zealand
Western Sydney striker Sarina Bolden has scored the only goal of the game to give the Philippines a history-making Women's World Cup win over New Zealand.
Special connection binds Queensland’s Matildas to Boon
The Matildas' Queenslanders had an emotional reunion with their former physiotherapist Jo Boon, who is battling Motor Neurone Disease, in Brisbane.
Eels captain Gutherson taking no notice of Storm record
Parramatta have a better winning record over Melbourne than any other side in recent times, but Clint Gutherson doesn't want his team to get complacent.
Bellamy names undermanned Storm side for Eels clash
A dislocated finger has robbed Melbourne prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona of a head-to-head battle with Parramatta brute Junior Paulo.
Titans super sub Campbell needs more minutes: Brimson
Gold Coast utility Jayden Campbell has been one of the Titans' best this year, but he is yet to find a regular starting position.
Cherry-Evans takes the good with the bad on road to 300
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says he would not change a thing about the tumultuous journey that has led him to 300 NRL games.
Canada and Ireland to face off in crucial WWC clash
The Matildas' Women's World Cup Group B rivals Ireland and Canada will face off in Perth aiming to take a step towards progressing to the knockouts.
Munsters says Storm must sharpen up ahead of NRL finals
Cameron Munster says he can't remember a Storm side beaten in "effort areas" so regularly and they need to lift to hold their top-four ladder spot.
Premier ducks questions over call up to Games inquiry
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has shrugged off whether he would accept an invitation to face a federal inquiry into the Commonwealth Games.
Redman knocks back free agency to re-sign with Bombers
Essendon have secured the prized signature of Mason Redman with the star defender turning his back on free agency and interest from Adelaide and Port Adelaide.