Warner, Khawaja out early but Australia build WTC lead
Australia have maintained their command over the World Test Championship final against India, but batting issues at the top linger as a concern for the Ashes.
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Warriors rout Raiders to spoil Croker celebration
The Warriors have produced a gutsy win in Canberra, beating the Raiders 36-14 to overshadow Jarrod Croker's 300th NRL game.
Blues end NSW Waratahs’ season with big Eden Park win
The NSW Waratahs' Super Rugby Pacific season has come to an end in the quarter-finals for the second straight year after a heavy loss to the Blues in Auckland,
Butler banned for one game over Blakey dangerous tackle
St Kilda forward Dan Butler is the latest player to fall foul of an AFL crackdown on dangerous tackles, receiving a one-game suspension.
Waugh latest to question India’s WTC blunders
Steve Waugh has joined Ricky Ponting in criticising India's Test Championship tactics, with Australia on top against an attack missing Ravichandran Ashwin.
Premiership star Scott Sorensen re-signs with Penrith
Penrith forward Scott Sorensen has ended speculation he might be forced to leave the club by signing a contract extension with the Panthers.
Beleaguered Blues feel fans’ pain: Acres
Carlton are under mounting pressure to turn their AFL season around, Blake Acres admits, as the spotlight intensifies on Blues coach Michael Voss.
Maroons hopeful Fotuaika credits Tino for regained mojo
Gold Coast prop Moeaki Fotuaika says he is in a better position to fire for Queensland should he get a Maroons recall.
Waugh’s warning after opener’s retirement declaration
Steve Waugh has welcomed the clarity around David Warner's Test retirement target but warns the opener won't be gifted a swansong if the numbers don't stack up.
‘Ripping contest’: Walsh v Ponga clash excites Walters
Two of Queensland's best fullbacks do battle when Brisbane star Reece Walsh takes on Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga, the man he usurped for Maroons' No.1 jersey.
Belief not enough as Reds aim to upset Chiefs again
The Queensland Reds won't lean too heavily on their upset defeat of the Chiefs when the sides meet again in a Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final in Hamilton.
RLPA bullish on settlement proposal, CBA talks drag on
The Rugby League Players Association is unwilling to make adjustments to its settlement proposal as CBA talks with the NRL drag on.
Maroons turn to Polata, target Origin clean sweep
Winger China Polata will make her State of Origin debut for Queensland as they target winning the series against NSW outright and not on points aggregate.
Fagan assesses Gunston’s value ahead of Hawks reunion
Jack Gunston's radar has been off for Brisbane, but coach Chris Fagan argues he's contributing in other more subtle ways ahead of the clash with his old club.
‘Outside noise’ will resurrect Roosters: Coach Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have taken lessons from a season of scathing headlines and begun to change their course, coach Trent Robinson says.
AFL attempting to find leak in Hawthorn racism probe
AFL boss Gillon McLachlan says they are asking questions about how the Hawthorn racism claims were first leaked to the media.
Injured Cody Walker racing the State of Origin clock
State of Origin hopeful Cody Walker has suffered a minor quad injury that could affect his ability to earn a NSW recall for the second game of the series.
Former Cricket Australia exec spared jail for assaults
Cricket Australia's former head of communications has avoided jail for sexually touching two men without their consent.
Walters drops Paix, gives Smoothy Broncos debut
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has sent hooker Cory Paix back to Queensland Cup to work on his game, while giving Tyson Smoothy his club debut.
Rested Lions ring changes for Hawks MCG clash
Chris Fagan admits the Brisbane Lions have a wealth of options as he looks to replace the suspended Dayne Zorko and settle on his best defensive unit.
Demons’ Oliver out of blockbuster with infected blister
Star Melbourne midfielder Clayton Oliver will miss the Demons' King's Birthday clash with Collingwood as he fights an infected blister.
Lyons backs Rabbitohs combinations for Origin II
Ex-NSW five-eighth Cliff Lyons is hoping to see South Sydney's former halves Cody Walker and Adam Reynolds reunited in the second State of Origin game.
Tino escapes ban for shot on Koroisau, free for Origin
Maroons and Titans prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has escaped suspension for his shot that broke Apisai Koroisau's jaw and is free for State of Origin II.
Saints overrun Swans to spoil Franklin celebration
St Kilda have booted five goals in the final term to claim their first AFL win at the SCG since 2009 as Lance Franklin reached another landmark for the Swans.
Boland pushes Ashes case as Aussies control Test final
Scott Boland has been the pick of the bowlers for Australia as they left India 5-151 at stumps on day two of the World Test Championship final in reply to 469.
Koroisau out of Origin with broken jaw as Titans win
Wests Tigers and NSW hooker Api Koroisau broke his jaw while Gold Coast and Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui was put on report in the Titans' 28-12 NRL win.
The Oval magic could inspire Smith to new Ashes heights
Steve Smith's 31st Test century at one of his most prolific venues could prove the springboard for another spectacular Ashes series for Australia's top batter.
Bomber Wright to face Blues, Bulldogs ring changes
Essendon will be bolstered by Peter Wright playing his first game of the AFL season against Carlton, while the Western Bulldogs have swung the selection axe.
Mexican boxer Ocampo wants no excuses from Tszyu
Mexico's Carlos Ocampo is hoping Tim Tszyu has fully recovered from the dog bite that put their fight in doubt, saying he wants no excuses from the Australian.
Hawks look down rabbit hole as they try to tame Lions
Hawthorn have had a long, hard look at their terrible first half against Port Adelaide, with coach Sam Mitchell determined they learn their lessons quickly.
Chiefs on alert as Reds fight against Super history
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn is aware his side has poked the bear after upsetting the Chiefs in a breakthrough Super Rugby victory last time they met.