AFL, Warner Bros. to reach solution about Devils name
Tasmania's new AFL team will likely be called the Devils after Warner Bros. reached out to the league to find a "happy solution" over the commercial copyright.
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NSW Waratahs would welcome Rooster Suaalii a year early
The NSW Waratahs say they'd be happy to have Sydney Roosters star Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii a year early, amid speculation he could leave the NRL at season's end.
Nixon accused of kneeing cop while in court for assault
Police are investigating after ex-AFL player agent Ricky Nixon allegedly kneed a cop in court while appearing over claims he threw a mail package at a man.
Cook believes he has the ingredients for Origin success
South Sydney hooker Damien Cook believes he is playing better football now than 12 months ago, as he pushes for the NSW No.9 jersey against Apisai Koroisau.
Jamie Maclaren ready to fire in A-League Men finals
A-League Men goals record holder Jamie Maclaren believes he and Melbourne City are primed to charge through the upcoming finals series.
Wildcats sign French rising star Alexandre Sarr
The Wildcats have tapped into the NBL's Next Stars program for the first time, signing highly touted NBA draft prospect Alexandre Sarr on a one-season deal.
Knights hit back at NRL mid-season holiday critics
Senior Newcastle players Tyson Frizell and Daniel Saifiti have defended the NRL club's decision to allow players to take holidays during their bye week.
Welch happy to see fellow prop Haas lead Dally M charge
Ahead of their Thursday NRL clash, Melbourne's Christian Welch is delighted to see a fellow prop in Bronco Payne Haas on top of the Dally M leaderboard.
Broad has sympathy for AFL rivals over tackle bans
Richmond's Nathan Broad received a four-match AFL ban over a dangerous tackle but feels sorry for players who are suspended in unlucky circumstances.
Titans teenager Kini told he was ‘too small’ for NRL
Gold Coast have re-signed 19-year-old fullback/half Keano Kini until 2026 after recruitment manager Ezra Howe discovered him playing league tag in Auckland.
Cowboys’ Cotter joins Maroons middle forward logjam
North Queensland's Reuben Cotter had a blinder against the Sydney Roosters to stake a claim in Queensland's State of Origin team.
Radley won’t change tackling style, targets third title
Roosters enforcer Victor Radley says winning NRL titles is 'like a drug' and he's determined to win a third as he vows to maintain his physical approach.
Support for Dees’ van Rooyen in AFL tribunal challenge
Melbourne forward Jacob van Rooyen has support from rival clubs as he prepares to challenge a two-match striking ban at the AFL tribunal.
Tedesco backs Trbojevic to be firing for NSW in Origin
NSW captain James Tedesco has said there would be no doubt Tom Trbojevic can rise to the occasion for State of Origin after a difficult start to the NRL season.
Superb Matthews takes Giro stage, Groves also on podium
Michael Matthews has won the third stage of the Giro d'Italia with fellow Australian Kaden Groves responding to being blamed for Sunday's crash by taking third.
Port condemns racist abuse of Junior Rioli
Port Adelaide's Junior Rioli is the latest Indigenous player to be targeted by online racial abuse in an incident condemned by his AFL club.
Hynes’ mum to move from prison to his granny flat
Julie Hynes, mother of the NRL's 2022 Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes, will be released from jail after being found guilty of drug supply.
Penrith’s defence still on track despite losses
Despite four early losses, statistics suggest Penrith's defence remains as strong in 2023 as in two of their past three charges to the NRL grand final.
Broncos undaunted by ‘dirty dozen’ losses to Storm
The Broncos haven't beaten the Storm since 2016 but Corey Jensen says this year's team has the ability, confidence and muscle to succeed on Thursday night.
Jones brings England rugby mind coach over to Wallabies
Coach Eddie Jones has brought renowned sports psychologist Corinne Reid, who assisted with England's 2019 Rugby World Cup campaign, across to the Wallabies.
AFL, Magpies, Swans denounce fans who booed Franklin
The AFL has joined Collingwood and Sydney in condemning Magpie fans who booed Lance Franklin, saying there is no place in the game for their behaviour.
Paro plans to sidestep ‘dodgy’ decisions in title fight
Having been awarded a long-awaited world-title shot in June, super-lightweight Liam Paro is determined to take any decision-making out of the judges' hands.
Tennis officials believe Kyrgios will play French Open
Optimistic officials believe tennis enigma Nick Kyrgios will make a surprise return to the court at the French Open in Paris after seven months out of the game.
Reds aim to buck history and cement Super finals spot
The Queensland Reds will likely have to win in New Zealand under Brad Thorn for the first time to confirm a Super Rugby Pacific finals berth.
Addo-Carr closing in on miracle return before Origin
Josh Addo-Carr is expected to return from a syndesmosis injury for Canterbury before Brad Fittler names his side for NSW's State of Origin series opener.
Tedesco: Walker will become a great NRL halfback
Roosters captain James Tedesco was unhappy with the display of the new-look spine against North Queensland but he's confident the combination will soon fire.
Missing finals wouldn’t make Blues a failure: Cerra
Expectations are high at inconsistent Carlton but midfielder Adam Cerra is adamant the Blues don't need to play finals to give their AFL season a pass mark.
Chelsea play down Sam Kerr fitness concerns
Sam Kerr was substituted after 32 minutes of Chelsea's win over Everton but manager Emma Hayes said she had a calf cramp after illness, allaying injury fears.
Rioli sent to AFL tribunal, faces hefty striking ban
Port Adelaide forward Junior Rioli has been sent directly to the AFL tribunal, where three other players will challenge bans handed out in round eight.
Groves backed by McEwen after Vine caught in Giro crash
Top Australian overall hope Jay Vine was a casualty in a crash that defined stage two of the Giro d'Italia, with compatriot Kaden Groves blamed for the pileup.
Broncos beware as Storm greats give Munster home truth
A bad loss to Souths was only an hour old when Cameron Smith and Billy Slater joined a Melbourne leadership group meeting to help set the Storm on right path.