Warriors CEO explains curious Lodge exit
Warriors boss Cameron George says an argument with the NRL club's owner Mark Robinson may have played a part in Matt Lodge's sudden, expensive exit last week.
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I’m ready for Origin, says in-form Hynes
In-form Cronulla utility Nicho Hynes has put his hand up for a NSW State of Origin call-up, declaring he's never been more ready.
GWS stars Whitfield, Taranto to miss again
Greater Western Sydney duo Lachie Whitfield and Tim Taranto will miss another AFL game this weekend because of injury.
Sharks chasing win for Fitzgibbon: Fifita
Cronulla prop Andrew Fifita says the Sharks want to win for Craig Fitzgibbon when the coach comes up against the Sydney Roosters for the first time.
Defiant Noble in for ‘long haul’ at North
North Melbourne coach David Noble insists he is "not going anywhere" as the embattled Kangaroos wade through one of the trickiest periods in their AFL history.
Bronco Carrigan’s titanic Origin audition
Pat Carrigan can make a final push for Origin inclusion in a crowded Queensland field when Brisbane host Gold Coast at Suncorp Stadium on Friday.
Newcastle’s Best set for month on sideline
Newcastle centre Bradman Best has received some positive injury news, with his elbow injury not requiring surgery.
Request denied: Broncos, Haas in stand-off
Payne Haas has had his request for an immediate release denied by Brisbane after negotiations over a new deal at the NRL club stalled.
‘Buzz’ about Cowboys before Panthers clash
North Queensland are preparing for their biggest challenge yet as they continue to surprise in 2022, this time a trip to reigning premiers Penrith.
Japan test as Opals’ move on from Cambage
The Opals will play three games against Japan ahead of September's Sydney World Cup, their first action since revelations of Liz Cambage's messy exit surfaced.
Mates Voss, McRae start coaching rivalry
An outstanding social media post from old Brisbane teammate Simon Black has put the focus on Carlton coach Michael Voss and Collingwood counterpart Craig McRae.
Reds to challenge history, Crusaders in NZ
The Queensland Reds will play the Crusaders in Christchurch on Friday, before a potential quarter-final rematch at the same venue a week later.
Powell anoints Hockeyroos’ nexts gen
After a host of high-profile retirements, Hockeyroos coach Katrina Powell has settled on an 18-strong World Cup squad for July's campaign.
Luai needed Eels loss to lift Origin game
Jarome Luai is back to his best for Penrith on the eve of State of Origin, and he owes much of that to a wake-up call from the round-nine loss to Parramatta.
Titan Fifita set for NRL return at Broncos
Gold Coast will have wrecking-ball forward David Fifita back from a knee injury on the interchange bench for Friday's NRL derby against Brisbane.
Gauff leads teen charge at Roland Garros
American teenager Coco Gauff is through to the third round in Paris but Britain's Emma Raducanu has been knocked out.
Zverev saves match point in Baez win
Alexander Zverev has recovered from two sets down, and saved a match point, to beat Argentina's Sebastian Baez.
Millman battles body as finish line looms
John Millman accepts he's on the home straight of his distinguished career but already has his sights set on his life after tennis.
Justin Langer lifts the lid on messy exit
Former Australia coach Justin Langer has expressed his anger about the lack of backing he received from Cricket Australia.
Saville keeps Aussie flag flying in Paris
Daria Saville is now the last Australian singles player left in the French Open draw after making the third round with a big win over Petra Kvitova.
Hawthorn bracing for AFL ruck headaches
Hawthorn are unlikely to have a recognised ruckman available for the Hawks' AFL clash with Gold Coast and the Suns' in-form big man Jarrod Witts.
Raiders’ Croker reinjures shoulder at home
Canberra Raiders' legend Jarrod Croker will miss at least this weekend's clash with Parramatta after dislocating his shoulder on Tuesday night.
Murray ‘doesn’t need game before Origin’
South Sydney players claim Cameron Murray could play State of Origin for NSW without a game back in the NRL on return from shoulder surgery.
Ethical concerns over Australia’s SL tour
Australia's cricketers hold some ethical concerns over their looming cricket tour of Sri Lanka, but will back a call from officials for the series to go ahead.
NRL players want more Indigenous coaches
Canberra's Adam Elliott and South Sydney's Alex Johnston believe the NRL would benefit from having more Indigenous coaches.
Reds ready for mystery Super journey
Queensland are flying out to Christchurch to take on the Crusaders uncertain of their next destination in week one of the Super Rugby Pacific finals.
Souths adamant Reynolds exit not the issue
Damien Cook claims it is an easy cop out for critics to blame South Sydney's inconsistency on letting Adam Reynolds go, adamant it is not true.
Freo’s Fyfe could return in state league
Fremantle captain Nat Fyfe could make his long-awaited comeback from injury in state league ranks this weekend.
Hasler says he didn’t cross line on refs
Des Hasler has insisted he did not cross a line when it comes to criticism of referees after the loss to Parramatta, as the NRL weigh up whether to fine Manly.
Richmond ponder Lynch replacement options
With Tom Lynch sidelined, Richmond coach Damien Hardwick could play a smaller forward line centred around Jack Riewoldt in the AFL match against Sydney.
Goodwin wants healthier umpire discussion
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he is disappointed with the spotlight being shone on AFL umpiring and believes officials deserve greater respect.