Nani backed to find elusive Victory goals
Nani is yet to score in the A-League Men but Melbourne Victory coach Tony Popovic says he's confident the goals can soon flow for his marquee player.
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Khawaja cements status as SCG king
Usman Khawaja has cemented his status as king of the SCG with his third century from as many Test innings at the famous ground.
Titans ace Foran in best shape of career
Kieran Foran reveals how he got himself in top mental and physical shape, why he wants to win a title at the Titans, and his eternal debt to Des Hasler.
Steve Smith uncertain about Test future
Steve Smith is at the top of his game but admits he's unsure how much longer he wants to represent Australia in Test cricket.
Dolphins confirm Niu arrival from Brisbane
The Dolphins have confirmed the arrival of Brisbane Broncos backline talent Tesi Niu, who will fight for the No.1 jersey under coach Wayne Bennett.
Millman, Fourlis handed AO wildcards
Australians John Millman and Jaimee Fourlis have claimed two of the final four Australian Open wildcards on offer for the year's first major later this month.
Kokkinakis pipped by Sinner in Adelaide
Australian hope Thanasi Kokkinakis has been beaten in two tight sets by Italian world No.15 Jannik Sinner at the Adelaide International 1.
Djokovic, Kyrgios plan Open warm-up clash
Novak Djokovic has confirmed he's in discussion with Nick Kyrgios to play an Australian Open warm-up match in Melbourne.
Taipans crush Bullets in NBL
Cairns Taipans smash Brisbane Bullets by 26 points to rack up a seventh straight win over their Queensland rivals.
Short canes ‘Canes in BBL record chase
Staring at a fifth consecutive loss, the Strikers pulled off a miracle at Adelaide Oval thanks to acting captain Matt Short's unbeaten century.
Sanders loses Dakar lead, Price now second
Daniel Sanders has lost his lead in the Dakar Rally after a bad day but his fellow Aussie Toby Price has shot up to second despite crashing into an opponent.
Reynolds’ advice for key Brisbane recruit
Adam Reynolds has issued returning Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh a challenge as the NRL side look to plug their leaking defence in 2023.
Australia keep hope for wet SCG victory
Rain has washed out day three of the third Test at the SCG, but Australia insist there is still hope for a 3-0 series whitewash over South Africa.
Bans for seven more A-League rioters
Football Australia has handed down sanctions, including one life ban, to seven more fans involved in the unrest at December's A-League Men's Melbourne derby.
Pegula stuns Swiatek as USA lead Poland
Jessica Pegula's upset of world No.1 Iga Swiatek and victory for Frances Tiafoe have given Team USA a commanding 2-0 United Cup semi-final lead over Poland.
Popyrin beaten at Adelaide International
Australia's Alexei Popyrin has lost his quarter-final in Adelaide after a temper tantrum from Yoshihito Nishioka turned the match the Japanese player's way.
Wallabies squad to begin World Cup year
Injured, overseas-based stars Quade Coope and Samu Kerevi are included in a 44-man Wallabies squad for a four-day camp on the Gold Coast next week.
Roosters’ Watson suffers knee blow
Sydney Roosters utility Connor Watson has suffered a pre-season knee injury, leaving his entire 2023 campaign in the balance.
Matt Burton re-signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Matt Burton will remain with Canterbury until at least the end of 2027 after signing a multi-year contract extension.
Sydney’s Offer embraces ALW opportunity
The loneliness of the second-choice goalkeeper is a familiar feeling for Sydney's Katie Offer, who is keen to impress after being thrust into the first team.
Maclaren targets all-time ALM goal record
Melbourne City striker Jamie Maclaren has 132 A-League Men goals and says he can surpass the record of 142 set by Besart Berisha before the end of the season.
Sixers bowl first against Stars in BBL
The last-placed Melbourne Stars have been sent in to bat by the Sydney Sixers in their Big Bash League clash at the MCG.
Beaten Swiatek not hitting panic button
Vanquished world No.1 Iga Swiatek has brushed off a surprise straight-sets loss to Jessica Pegula at the United Cup despite ending the match in tears.
Next-gen Aussies on show in AO qualifiers
A host of Australia's generation next will be aiming to earn a spot at the Australian Open after being handed wildcards into the qualifying event.
Ahmed in, Marsh out for BBL’s Renegades
Injured veteran Shaun Marsh hopes to return late in the BBL season, with the Melbourne Renegades signing Fawad Ahmed as a temporary replacement.
Australia delights in Barty’s baby joy
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is among many offering congratulations and well wishes to Ash Barty after the retired tennis star revealed she is pregnant.
Brisbane Roar edge battling Victory in ALM
Brisbane have piled more pain on Melbourne Victory, snatching a 1-0 win over the battling A-League Men club courtesy of Jay O'Shea's deflected winner.
Toby Price stays second in Dakar Rally
Australian off-road motorcycle star Toby Price remains in second place overall in the Dakar Rally after the sixth stage in Saudi Arabia.
Victory want FA sanctions resolved quickly
Melbourne Victory coach Tony Popovic hopes the club's pitch invasion sanctions are quickly settled as he tries to turn around their on-field fortunes.
Djokovic boost as Alcaraz exits Open field
A leg injury has forced Spanish world No.1 Carlos Alcaraz out of this month's Australian Open, leaving Novak Djokovic an even hotter title favourite.
Australia keep hopes alive after SCG rain
Australia have taken six South African wickets to stay in the contest at the rain-soaked SCG, but need another 14 on the final day to claim a 3-0 series win.