Nathan Lyon on crutches with ‘significant’ calf strain
Nathan Lyon's chances of playing again in the Ashes are becoming increasingly bleak, with Australia confirming he has suffered a "significant" calf strain.
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Lions’ McCarthy cops one-match AFL ban for jumper punch
Lincoln McCarthy's jumper punch in the Brisbane Lions' win over Richmond has cost him a one-match ban, ruling him out of next week's AFL clash with West Coast.
Brimson targets Maroons No.1 after Walsh suspension
Gold Coast fullback AJ Brimson says he wants to end his two-year Queensland absence as selector Darren Lockyer provides a clue on who will replace Reece Walsh.
Socceroo Aaron Mooy retires from football
Aaron Mooy has called time on his 13-year professional career, the Socceroos and Celtic midfielder announcing his immediate retirement from football.
Cowboys saddle up for revenge in Wests Tigers showdown
After six weeks licking their wounds, North Queensland are plotting payback for their record-breaking 48-point defeat to Wests Tigers in round 12.
Cowboys coach Payten backs Drinkwater for Origin III
Todd Payten has thrown his support behind fullback Scott Drinkwater as a bolter for Origin III after he starred for the Cowboys.
Collingwood army in full flight for clash with Suns
Ladder-leaders Collingwood will help Gold Coast break their home attendance record in a bumper clash at Heritage Bank Stadium on Saturday.
Ross Lyon expects humiliated Eagles to bounce back
St Kilda will be on alert for a fired-up West Coast outfit in their AFL clash at Optus Stadium.
Hindley, O’Connor lead Australian Tour de France hopes
West Australian cyclists Jai Hindley, who won last year's Giro d'Italia, and Ben O'Connor headline a 12-strong Australian crew at this year's Tour de France.
Absolutely justified: Bennett weighs in on Walsh ban
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has thrown his support behind the NRL's three-match ban for Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh, saying referees "have to be protected".
Jones urges Wallabies to create history in South Africa
The Wallabies have flown out to South Africa for their first Test and game of the year under master coach Eddie Jones, with history at stake in Pretoria.
Coach Clarkson to return to work at North Melbourne
Alastair Clarkson will resume coaching North Melbourne before the end of the season after easing back into work at Arden St over the next month.
Raiders out to restore home pride against Gold Coast
Having been bashed by a combined 50 points in their last two home games, Ricky Stuart says Canberra need to restore pride against the Gold Coast on Saturday.
Bennett: Best of ‘Val Meninga’ yet to come for Dolphins
Dolphins' cult hero Valynce Te Whare has caught Wayne Bennett's eye as he prepares to line up alongside a repurposed Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow against Brisbane.
Hynes content to miss another State of Origin game
Nicho Hynes has resigned himself to missing the third State of Origin match, but so long as he's happy and playing well for Cronulla he's fine with that.
Walters slams Broncos fade chat, flags Carrigan switch
The Broncos will be without four of their stars against the Dolphins but coach Kevin Walters says the club has the depth to avoid last year's late-season slide.
Finucane to miss at least two weeks for dangerous throw
Cronulla co-captain Dale Finucane will miss at least two weeks after being cited for his dangerous throw on St George Illawarra's Blake Lawrie.
Ben Simmons will not play for Boomers at World Cup
NBA superstar Ben Simmons will not play for the Boomers at the upcoming FIBA World Cup, after weeks of speculation about his potential involvement.
Olyslagers equals Oceanian record in Lausanne high jump
Australian Olympic high jump star Nicola Olyslagers has maintained her season's unbeaten record and equalled her Oceanian record in Lausanne.
Rabbitohs need to defy odds to boost top-eight chances
One-time premiership favourites, South Sydney have suffered a fall from grace that has left them hanging onto finals football by a thread.
Dragons’ attitude has improved: Coach Carr
St George Illawarra have been thrashed two weeks in a row but interim coach Ryan Carr saw improvement in the side's attitude on Thursday night.
Storm’s Asofa-Solomona a giant threat out wide: Hughes
Ahead of their NRL clash with Penrith, Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes says Nelson Asofa-Solomona is livelier since moving from prop to the second-row.
Defence make case, Lions roar after wake up call
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan admits it'll be tough for Daniel Rich to crack back into a defence that fired impressively in a thrashing of Richmond on Thursday.
Aussie Hunter storms into the main draw of Wimbledon
Storm Hunter has become the lone Australian player to negotiate the qualifying minefield at Wimbledon, making it into the main draw without losing a set.
Hynes bests Hunt as Sharks belt Dragons
Cronulla could finish the weekend as high as second on the NRL ladder after thrashing hapless St George Illawarra 52-16.
Lyon injury woe as England errors leave Test in balance
Nathan Lyon's Ashes series is at risk of being over with a calf injury, as England finished day two of the second Test on 4-278, in reply to Australia's 416.
Steve Smith equals Steve Waugh with Test century No.32
Steve Smith has gone equal second on the list of all-time Australian Test century makers, joining Steve Waugh after completing his 32nd ton at Lord's.
Wallaroos crash 50-0 to world champions New Zealand
The Wallaroos have been thumped 50-0 by New Zealand in a disappointing start to the Pacific Four women's rugby tournament, which includes Canada and the USA.
Gardner, O’Donnell back for injury-hit Bulldogs
The Western Bulldogs have been forced to reshuffle their defence while Sydney have lost gun midfielder Chad Warner for their clash with AFL premiers Geelong.
Gordon ready if Wallabies debut comes in Pretoria
Playmaker Carter Gordon isn't shying away from the prospect of making his debut when the Wallabies travel to South Africa to start the Rugby Championship.
Rebuilt Ballymore back in business as home of Wallaroos
The redeveloped Ballymore, set to be the home of the Wallaroos as well as the Queensland Reds' high-performance program, has been officially opened.