Snapshot for round one of the AFL season
A look at round one of the AFL season, where a Richmond-Carlton draw was one of several surprise results as Melbourne and Collingwood made big early statements.
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Heat right on NRL hierarchy amid sweltering conditions
Tim Sheens has questioned if the NRL should have pushed through the March heatwave with daytime games, or delay the start of matches due to conditions.
Raiders off the mark with thriller win against Sharks
Canberra have won their first game of the NRL season, hanging on in a nail-biting finish to beat Cronulla 24-20 at GIO Stadium.
Gordon, Hunt net first ALW goals as Wanderers beat Roar
Western Sydney has secured its fifth win and second-most successful ALW season by wins in club history after beating Brisbane Roar 3-1 on Sunday.
Nicho Hynes due back as Sharks look to steady NRL ship
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says his players' failure to stick to their roles cost them dearly after a narrow 24-20 loss to Canberra on Sunday night.
Red-hot Raider Horsburgh delivers double in career game
Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh scored two tries in the Raiders' narrow win against Cronulla, with his coach heaping praise on his blossoming maturity.
Flegler wants a Broncos title before joining Dolphins
Brisbane prop Tom Flegler will join the Dolphins next year but has sent a message to his derby opponents' skipper that he won't be intimidated on Friday night.
Why Dolphins enforcer Gilbert never considered Broncos
Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert is tough and thoughtful, and when he decided to return to Brisbane to be closer to family it was only the Dolphins he spoke to.
Wembley beckons again for Kerr as Chelsea progress
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has reached another Women's FA Cup semi-final after Chelsea beat Reading, while Manchester United, Brighton and Aston Villa also won.
Could Mitch Marsh be Australia’s World Cup opener?
Mitch Marsh's stunning form in India has raised the question about whether he should be given an opening role for the ODI World Cup as well.
Back injury rules Mooy out of Socceroos friendlies
Midfielder Aaron Mooy will miss the Socceroos' upcoming friendlies against Ecuador with a back injury, with defender Ryan Strain called up as his replacement.
NRL backs heat policy after playing through scorchers
The NRL has the power to delay games just before kick-off in the future due to extreme heat, with the Canterbury-Wests Tigers match almost pushed back.
Legal fight with world boxing champ not over: promoter
Boxing promoter Dean Lonergan says his legal fight with world champion Jai Opetaia is not over, denying that the 27-year-old has landed a knockout blow.
Broncos on rival Kaufusi’s side at NRL judiciary
Dolphins forward Felise Kaufusi will seek to downgrade a dangerous contact charge at the judiciary and has found an unlikely ally in Broncos rake Billy Walters.
Adelaide’s McAdam sent to AFL tribunal over bump
Adelaide forward Shane McAdam will head to the AFL tribunal after being charged with rough conduct for his bump on GWS' Jacob Wehr.
Schuster revived by DCE’s warning about short career
Daly Cherry-Evans warned Josh Schuster he was headed for a short, wasted NRL career if he didn't make use of his talent and turn things around at Manly.
Demons back Pickett to fire on return from AFL ban
Kysaiah Pickett starred in Melbourne's season-opening win but won't play again until round four after he was hit with a two-match suspension for rough conduct.
Anger management not just a Walker problem: Cook
Cody Walker's Souths teammates won't be asking the five-eighth to tone his aggression down any time soon despite a contrary conduct charge over the weekend.
Penrith’s new left edge doing it their own way: Tago
Centre Izack Tago says Penrith's new-look left edge are intent on finding their own way after Viliame Kikau's departure and an injury to Taylan May.
Raiders hooker Levi to miss 8-10 weeks injured
Canberra hooker Danny Levi is out until at least round 12 after breaking his jaw early in the NRL win over Cronulla.
Bateman hoses down injury concern, sees huge task ahead
Wests Tigers recruit John Bateman has rejected claims an ankle injury delayed his start to the NRL season, but is well aware of the job ahead at his new club.
Souths hail one of the greats as John Sattler dies
Rugby league great John Sattler has died aged 80, with tributes flowing from South Sydney officials, the NRL and the Prime Minister.
Sacred rock formation back in traditional owners’ hands
Local Indigenous people will retain the land forming part of Whinpullin, also known as Minto Crag, in Queensland, in perpetuity.
John Bateman ready to dance to Wests Tigers’ tune
On-song England international John Bateman will make his debut for Wests Tigers when they travel to Canterbury for round three.
Victory snatch draw with Canberra in ALW finals boost
A late Tiffany Eliadis goal has seen Melbourne Victory snatch a 1-1 draw against Canberra United to put them in pole position for the A-League Women finals.
Storm issues mount as Gold Coast produce NRL comeback
Twelve tries were scored as Gold Coast staged a comeback 38-34 win over Melbourne, who again lacked discipline in a second straight NRL loss.
Holbrook OK with hooked Foran blow-up in Titans win
Gold Coast playmaker Kieran Foran wasn't happy when substituted for the middle third of the Titans' win over Melbourne and his coach doesn't blame him.
Rookie talent Sheezel shines in Roos win over Eagles
Alastair Clarkson has enjoyed a winning start to life at North Melbourne, with the Kangaroos beating a lacklustre West Coast by five points in their AFL opener.
Roar beat Western United, keep ALM finals hopes alive
Brisbane have dominated Western United with a late strike by Jay O'Shea securing a controversial 1-0 ALM victory at Redcliffe.
Perth Glory steal A-League Men draw with Newcastle Jets
A last-second header from Ryan Williams has secured Perth Glory a 2-2 A-League Men draw with Newcastle, adding to the Jets' defensive woes.
Magpies shine in Super Netball opener win over Swifts
Collingwood have opened the new Super Netball season with a 71-63 victory over the NSW Swifts in Melbourne.