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.
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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.
Games host Brisbane’s brand a ‘blank sheet of paper’
Brisbane Olympic organisers have told their IOC bosses the 2032 Games are on track but there's work to do in making the city better known to the world.
Bellamy says no to Origin with Storm his only interest
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy gave a blunt no when asked if he was interested in replacing embattled NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler.
Schuster takes hip-pocket hit to re-sign with Manly
Josh Schuster has taken a pay cut to re-sign with Manly until 2027, with the five-eighth set for a positional switch from next season.
Clarkson, North Melbourne plot coach’s AFL return
Alastair Clarkson's path back to North Melbourne is being mapped out, with the four-time premiership coach on the verge of a return to the Kangaroos.
Door slightly ajar for Raider Wighton’s Origin return
Canberra star Jack Wighton still won't rule out backtracking on his representative football retirement and returning to the NSW State of Origin setup next year.
Storm’s fit-again Munster ready to tackle Panthers
Following illness, Cameron Munster is a certainty to suit up for the Storm as they look to wrest the NRL ladder lead from Penrith in a Marvel Stadium clash.
Test favourite Boland signs with Stars in Big Bash
Paceman Scott Boland will spend the next three summers playing for Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League when he is not on Test duty.
Pressure to perform still there: Carlton coach Voss
Even after a morale-boosting victory before the bye, Carlton coach Michael Voss admits the pressure remains firmly on at Ikon Park.
Warriors keen to step up again as Souths come to town
Andrew Webster's in-form Warriors will host South Sydney in round 18, looking to consolidate their top-four status against the misfiring Rabbitohs.
Cats forward Rohan high on confidence for Swans clash
Gary Rohan's positive response to his shocking collision with Jeremy Cameron has given the Geelong speedster a confidence boost ahead of the clash with Sydney.
Reynolds targets Broncos title, contract extension
Having etched his name indelibly into South Sydney's history in 2014, next on Adam Reynolds' bucket list is leading a premiership-winning side at Brisbane.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi ‘won’t cross line’ in Broncos clash
Dolphins hitman Felise Kaufusi, known as 'Phin Diesel', says he will target his aggression against the Broncos and not get himself in hot water with officials.
Aussie trio make final round of Wimbledon qualifiers
Aussies Storm Hunter, Olivia Gadecki and Marc Polmans have battled into the final round of qualifying, each just a match away from the Wimbledon main draw.
Suns in for Long haul to AFL finals as Magpies loom
Recruit Ben Long has reflected on a moment in Darwin he thinks could be pivotal in Gold Coast's hunt for a maiden AFL finals campaign.
Tigers easy prey for Lions in Gabba mauling
Brisbane's midfield set the tone and goal-kickers queued up for a piece of the action as the Lions thrashed Richmond by 81 points at the Gabba.
Bairstow hailed ‘a hero’ after halting pitch protesters
Australia and England players stopped protesters from wrecking the Lord's wicket in the second Test, with even the British PM hailing Jonny Bairstow's actions.
Smith and Head put Australia in full control at Lord’s
Australia have gone to stumps at 5-339 on day one of the second Ashes Test at Lord's, after a blazing 77 from Travis Head and with Steve Smith still in on 85.
Pickett back in Tigers side to face Brisbane
Richmond utility Marlion Pickett will return to AFL action against the Brisbane Lions in round 16 after being granted bail by a Perth court earlier this month.
Wallaroos feel they’re chipping away at Black Ferns
Ahead of their Pacific Four Series clash, the Wallaroos feel they're getting closer to breaking the 23-game losing streak against world champions New Zealand.