Tim Tszyu KOs Harrison to claim world boxing title
Tim Tszyu has beaten American Tony Harrison to claim the interim WBO super-welterweight belt and emulate his father Kostya in becoming a world boxing champion.
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Australia open with No.11 after India’s 571 in Test
Virat Kohli's drought-breaking century gave India a lead of 91 before Australia sent out No.11 Matt Kuhnemann to open in place of injured star Usman Khawaja.
Maclaren playing hurt as injury-hit City beat Roar
Melbourne City star Jamie Maclaren is battling a broken toe ahead of the Socceroos' games against Ecuador while Aiden O'Neill has made his case for a call-up.
Ponga concussion sours Knights’ win over Tigers
Newcastle have overcome the loss of captain Kalyn Ponga to another concussion to beat Wests Tigers 14-12.
Kings rail against ref as NBL finals go to decider
Sydney Kings coach Chase Buford has once again lashed out at referees ahead of a NBL finals decider against the New Zealand Breakers.
Knights’ Hastings apologises for post-game skirmish
Jackson Hastings and David Klemmer were separated by security staff in a heated post-game exchange as Newcastle defeated Wests Tigers.
Dragons shirk off-season pressure to beat Titans
Widely dismissed after a turbulent off-season, St George Illawarra have dominated Gold Coast in their first NRL game for 2023 with a 32-18 win.
Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights stay top in Japan rugby
The Saitama Panasonic Wild Knights have outclassed arch-rivals Tokyo Suntory Sungoliath 41-29 to remain on top of the Japan Rugby League One table.
Fire sweep Perth to storm into WNBL grand final
Late-season pick-up Shyla Heal's astounding fourth quarter helped Townsville ward off Perth's comeback and seal a grand final berth on Sunday.
Sam Kerr scores dazzler as Chelsea roar to top of WSL
Australian goal machine Sam Kerr has conjured up one of the best of the WSL season to give Chelsea a crucial 1-0 win over title challengers Man Utd.
Dragons coy on Talatau Amone’s return date
Talatau Amone is free to play in the NRL again but St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin has no timeline on his return to first grade.
Triumphant Tszyu’s credentials already being questioned
Tim Tszyu's next opponent hasn't even let the Aussie celebrate his maiden world title before questioning his credentials ahead of an undisputed bout in Vegas.
Van Gisbergen frosty after contentious Supercars opener
Shane van Gisbergen has triumphed in race two of the Supercars season just hours after his team was disqualified from an opening race win.
Aussies Lee, Davis eyeing Players Championship glory
Australian golf aces Min Woo Lee and Cam Davis are second and third respectively heading into the final round of the $US25 million Players Championship.
Man found dead in home after Queensland siege
An emergency situation has ended in Townsville after a near 10-hour siege that involved a number of shots being fired at police.
Scheffler top of golf world after winning the Players
Scottie Scheffler has cashed in on a costly collapse from Australian Min Woo Lee to romp to victory at the rich Players Championship and return to world No.1.
Jacob Saifiti set for long NRL ban after high tackle
Newcastle's Jacob Saifiti is set for at least five games on the sidelines after the NRL handed down its most serious charge for a high tackle in five years.
Pat Cummins’ mother Maria loses cancer battle
Australian cricket is in mourning after Test captain Pat Cummins' mother Maria died overnight following a battle with breast cancer.
Ariarne Titmus hungry for more gold at Paris Olympics
The NSW State Championships mark the first of a series of events set to prepare Australian star Ariarne Titmus for the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Matt the ball machine helping Storm prepare for Dogs
Melbourne's ball machine is named Matt, after Bulldogs big boot Matt Burton, and it has been in high rotation as the Storm prepare for their round-two clash.
Titan Foran tracking well for clearance to face Dragons
Gold Coast five-eighth Kieran Foran is expected to be cleared to face St George Illawarra as he works to overcome a corked knee suffered in the first round.
You can’t live on one game: Bennett’s eyes on Raiders
The Dolphins will give a debut to 19-year-old forward Mason Teague as they look to continue their winning start to NRL life in the home clash with Canberra.
Bennett warns against mandatory concussion stand down
Wayne Bennett says concussions should be treated on a graded system, rather than a proposed automatic 11-day stand down in the NRL.
Cleary, Luai set for scans after win over Souths
Penrith are sending dual premiership-winning halves pairing Nathan Cleary and Jarome Luai for scans but are confident neither is seriously injured.
Cleary slams ‘disgusting’ racial abuse of Latrell
Nathan Cleary has described the racial abuse of Latrell Mitchell as "disgusting", as Australian sport throws its support behind the South Sydney star.
Force vow to make amends after last week’s flop
Force scrumhalf Ian Prior says the players have had open and honest conversations in an attempt to rebound from a crushing 71-20 loss to the Queensland Reds.
WA star Shaun Marsh announces Shield retirement
Star Western Australia opener Shaun Marsh says he feels a sense of relief after announcing his retirement from State ranks, effective immediately.
Radley set for technical change to avoid concussions
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has revealed the club has spoken with Victor Radley about his tackling technique after his latest concussion.
Australia make 480 on flat fourth Test pitch in India
Australia lead India by 444 runs after day two of the fourth Test in Ahmedabad thanks to memorable Usman Khawaja and Cameron Green centuries.
Bullets CEO to depart as NBL club changes continue
Peter McLennan has resigned as chief executive at the Brisbane Bullets, continuing a cleanout of the NBL club's staff after a disappointing season.
Roar face ultimatum to make late charge for ALW finals
Brisbane Roar host Western United in the A-League Women knowing they must take maximum points to keep alive their slim finals hopes.