Luai won’t forget Walsh’s hair-raising Origin stunt
Jarome Luai aims to cut Queensland fullback Reece Walsh down to size after having his hair pulled by the Maroons rookie in the State of Origin opener.
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Sheens unfazed as Johnson snubs Wests Tigers
Shaun Johnson has rejected Wests Tigers' advances, with coach Tim Sheens ready to move on to new targets as he prepares his side to face Canberra.
Taylor sees potential for Warner to follow 1997 revival
Mark Taylor believes David Warner is capable of turning his struggles around in the space of an hour in England, after reviving his own career there in 1997.
Kelly, Robinson in doubt for Women’s Origin Game II
NSW co-captain Isabelle Kelly and Queensland winger Julia Robinson could both miss Origin II after an incident in the series opener left Kelly hospitalised.
‘World class’ Hamiso shuts down Turbo thanks to Hannay
Queensland centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says assistant coach Josh Hannay gave him the template to shut down Tom Trbojevic in a perfect defensive Origin display.
Storm misses boat but proves she’s got singles quality
Storm Hunter got a hard lesson but believes her impressive performance in defeat to Elina Svitolina has shown she's more than just a doubles luminary.
Slater lauds Queensland spirit in famous Origin triumph
Coach Billy Slater is lauding the Queensland spirit, saying it underpinned a gripping 26-18 win against NSW in the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
Burt blasts Hawthorn racism saga, calls claims ‘vile’
Jason Burt says he and his family helped four ex-Hawthorn players who have made racism allegations against himself, Alastair Clarkson and Chris Fagan.
High stakes game for Fittler as NSW bid to save series
Brad Fittler gambled with his NSW team selection and now the Blues coach is going to have to go for broke to save the Origin series against Queensland.
Cotter credits Qld’s ‘Cyclone’ plan for Origin heroics
Queensland forward Reuben Cotter shone for most of the 26-18 win over NSW in a position he'd never played before in club footy after his best mate was injured.
Wiegman names England squad for Women’s WC
Striker Bethany England will be playing for England in the Women's World Cup but other big names have been sidelined due to injury.
Slater’s bold Maroons selection calls vindicated
Queensland's decisions to select Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Reece Walsh were criticised but both players were brilliant in the Maroons' State of Origin I victory.
Burt joins Fagan in blasting Hawks racism investigation
Jason Burt, who was named in the report that sparked the ongoing Hawthorn racism saga, has slammed the allegations against him as awful and vile.
Queensland strike Hammer blow in State of Origin opener
Queensland have defeated NSW 26-18 in the State of Origin opener at Adelaide Oval in front of 48,613 fans to take a 1-0 lead in the series.
Kokkinakis outlasts Wawrinka in French Open epic
Thanasi Kokkinakis won the match of his life at the French Open, beating former champ Stan Wawrinka after fellow Aussies Storm Hunter and Jason Kubler lost.
Frizell no-try controversy for NSW in Origin
NSW forward Tyson Frizell was denied a try that Queensland assistant coach Cameron Smith felt should have been awarded in the State of Origin opener.
Narkle, Poulter get AFL lifelines as Eagles take Maric
West Coast selected Ryan Maric with the top pick in the AFL mid-season draft, while Quinton Narkle and Caleb Poulter were given career lifelines.
Gilbert dislocates shoulder in Queensland’s Origin win
Queensland prop Tom Gilbert dislocated a shoulder and NSW star Tom Trbojevic was concussed during the State of Origin opener in Adelaide.
AFL tribunal upholds Zorko, O’Meara suspensions
Brisbane's Dayne Zorko and Fremantle's Jaeger O'Meara will both sit out one match after their respective suspensions were upheld at the AFL tribunal.
‘If I play on, I want to stay with Warriors’ – Johnson
Warriors halfback veteran Shaun Johnson has indicated he will only play with the Auckland-based club, if he plays at all, next NRL season.
Netball Australia committee to oversee new Super club
Netball Australia has set up a sub-committee to oversee selection of a new Super Netball club to replace Collingwood, who are quitting the competition.
Wilson gets Super Rugby ‘reminder’ over ref comments
Super Rugby Pacific says a review found Reds flanker Harry Wilson's criticism of the referee over the handling of Connor Vest's injury to be incorrect.
Clarkson to remain away from North despite end of probe
Alastair Clarkson's leave of absence from North Melbourne will continue despite the AFL concluding the investigation into claims of racism at Hawthorn.
Murphy delves into Ashwin’s bag of tricks before Ashes
Australian spinner Todd Murphy has studied Ravichandran Ashwin closely, including his carrom ball and the intricacies of offspin bowling.
McDermott back at Reds training after head knock
Halfback Tate McDermott has resumed training and is set to lead Queensland in their mission in Suva against the Fijian Drua, with Super finals on the line.
Cleary to wait and see on Penrith’s Origin players
Penrith found success resting players during last year's State of Origin period and coach Ivan Cleary is considering a similar approach this time around.
Oates return gives Broncos boost ahead of Sharks clash
The return of winger Corey Oates has given Brisbane a lift as centre Herbie Farnworth returns to Cronulla, the scene of his 2019 NRL debut.
Leppitsch not ruling out Richmond coaching job
Former Brisbane Lions coach Justin Leppitsch is not willing to rule out an approach from Richmond if they want him to succeed Damien Hardwick at the Tigers.
New video ‘changes narrative’ around accused ref basher
A 25-year-old man has been released on bail but must remain at home unless accompanied by his wife or mother, after he allegedly assaulted referee Khodr Yaghi.
Australian Open reverts to traditional 36-hole one-cut
The fine-tuned Australian Open men's and women's golf championships will return to Sydney in 2023, co-hosted by The Australian and Lakes clubs from November 30.
Ryles snubs Dragons, returns to Storm as NRL assistant
Jason Ryles has rejected St George Illawarra's offer to become head coach from 2024, instead re-joining Melbourne as an assistant.