Ex-Test spinner MacGill vindicated in intimidation case
Former Australian spin bowler Stuart MacGill has been cleared of stalking and intimidating a friend's ex-partner after bumping into her on a Sydney street.
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Outside backs stay on Cowboys’ NRL radar for 2024
Todd Payten is already looking ahead to 2024 after using a recent fortnight in NSW to sound out potential signings for North Queensland.
Payten gives Young space as Dragons race heats up
Dean Young is one of two front-runners to snare the vacant St George Illawarra coaching job but his current boss is yet to broach the situation with him.
Force wait to see if Reds, Highlanders do them a favour
The Western Force need either the Highlanders or Queensland Reds to lose this weekend in order to keep their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes alive.
Toutai Kefu declares interest in Reds coaching gig
Former Queensland and Wallabies No.8 Toutai Kefu will apply to take over from Reds coach Brad Thorn for the next Super Rugby Pacific season.
Dog-bite surgery won’t derail Tszyu’s world title fight
Boxing superstar Tim Tszyu says he never considered pulling out of his world title defence against Mexican Carlos Ocampo even after being attacked by a dog.
Naughton’s staying forward, Dogs coach Beveridge says
Don't expect Western Bulldogs forward Aaron Naughton to go down back any time soon, coach Luke Beveridge says ahead of their clash against Geelong.
More Rabbitohs in Origin frame but Demetriou keeps cool
South Sydney could lose a raft of players to Origin duty as the series progresses but Jason Demetriou is prepared to cross that bridge when he comes to it.
Scott in Memorial mix in spite of rollercoaster round
Australia's Adam Scott is three shots behind sole leader Davis Riley at the Memorial after shooting a two-under 70 in the opening round.
Maroons’ Cobbo out, Walsh aims to back up for Broncos
Brisbane's Selwyn Cobbo will miss Saturday's NRL clash against Cronulla but the rest of the Broncos' State of Origin contingent are keen to back up.
Australia’s Test ‘grand final’ no warm-up match
Nathan Lyon insists Australia will have no problem balancing their preparations as they look to pull off a World Test Championship and Ashes double in England.
Warriors wary of ‘complete package’ Dolphins
Warriors coach Andrew Webster's plan to combat impressive NRL newcomers the Dolphins is to win the possession battle.
Queensland hit with fine for Origin extra-player error
A $30,000 fine for playing 30 seconds with 14-men is unlikely to take the shine off Queensland's victory over NSW in the State of Origin opener.
Blues can beat Suncorp boos, square Origin series: Haas
Payne Haas is confident that NSW can overcome history and win in Brisbane to set up a State of Origin decider in Sydney.
Blues want wayward Harry McKay to ‘stick to strengths’
Harry McKay's wayward goal-kicking has been under the AFL microscope but Carlton coach Michael Voss has backed his spearhead to turn his form around.
Error rate prompts calls to shift Women’s Origin series
Both NSW coach Kylie Hilder and Queensland fullback Tamika Upton have suggested shifting the Women's State of Origin series to the post-season.
Kokkinakis last Aussie standing after double Paris blow
Thanasi Kokkinakis is the last Australian left in the French Open singles after defeats for Alex de Minaur and Max Purcell at Roland Garros.
Johnny Warren Medal caps Goodwin’s rally from injury
Craig Goodwin has capped off pushing through his injury struggles to win the Johnny Warren Medal, while Alex Chidiac claimed the Julie Dolan Medal.
Maroons triumph in first game of Women’s Origin series
Queensland have landed the first blow in the Women's State of Origin series, claiming a 18-10 win over NSW at CommBank Stadium.
Raiders hope Harawira-Naera can do light training soon
Canberrra's Corey Harawira-Naera could return to light training as early as next week, after his seizure in last weekend's NRL match against South Sydney.
Perry’s ‘full circle’ mission to provide Ashes edge
Ellyse Perry is in thunderous form with the bat but it's bowling that put her on the map 16 years ago that's returned to focus ahead of the women's Ashes.
Coach Stuart whacks Croker critics ahead of Tigers rest
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart is standing by his decision to rest Jarrod Croker so his 300th game will be at home, saying it's for the entire Canberra community.
‘Filthy’ Pangai, Young keen to make amends for NSW
Hudson Young and Tevita Pangai Jr believe they have done enough for a reprieve from Brad Fittler after NSW suffered defeat in the State of Origin series opener.
O’Connor earns No.10 recall for crucial Reds’ Fiji trip
The Queensland Reds have plumped for James O'Connor and Hunter Paisami in the No.10 and 12 respectively to face the Fijian Drua in a crucial final-round clash.
Beleaguered Blues stand firm as Demons battle looms
Michael Voss is keeping his players' focus on the task of turning Carlton's season around amid a raft of distractions ahead of the clash with Melbourne.
Force’s finals hopes boosted as Chiefs rest All Blacks
Super Rugby Pacific's table-topping Chiefs have taken out nine All Blacks from last week's starting side for their clash with the Western Force in Perth.
NSW think they own the game: Maroons whiz Walsh
Reece Walsh has credited Maroons coach Billy Slater for masterminding his stunning Origin debut against a NSW side he says "think they're better than everyone".
Troubled North utility Thomas named for comeback game
Troubled North Melbourne utility Tarryn Thomas has been named for his first AFL game since round 15, 2022, bringing an end to his self-inflicted exodus.
Jones, Wallabies plot Rugby World Cup smash and grab
With 100 days to go before the Rugby World Cup kicks off, Eddie Jones' faith that Australia can take home the trophy is spreading through the playing group.
Cowboys look to draw on inspirational Origin teammates
Scott Drinkwater hopes his side can harness the spirit of North Queensland's State of Origin players ahead of a home clash with Melbourne.
Moloney names targets for bumper Aussie title defence
Jason Moloney will be chasing more than a free breakfast as Australia's newest boxing world champion pushes for a headline defence of his title on home soil.