Saints overrun Swans to spoil Franklin celebration
St Kilda have booted five goals in the final term to claim their first AFL win at the SCG since 2009 as Lance Franklin reached another landmark for the Swans.
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Boland pushes Ashes case as Aussies control Test final
Scott Boland has been the pick of the bowlers for Australia as they left India 5-151 at stumps on day two of the World Test Championship final in reply to 469.
Koroisau out of Origin with broken jaw as Titans win
Wests Tigers and NSW hooker Api Koroisau broke his jaw while Gold Coast and Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui was put on report in the Titans' 28-12 NRL win.
The Oval magic could inspire Smith to new Ashes heights
Steve Smith's 31st Test century at one of his most prolific venues could prove the springboard for another spectacular Ashes series for Australia's top batter.
Bomber Wright to face Blues, Bulldogs ring changes
Essendon will be bolstered by Peter Wright playing his first game of the AFL season against Carlton, while the Western Bulldogs have swung the selection axe.
Mexican boxer Ocampo wants no excuses from Tszyu
Mexico's Carlos Ocampo is hoping Tim Tszyu has fully recovered from the dog bite that put their fight in doubt, saying he wants no excuses from the Australian.
Hawks look down rabbit hole as they try to tame Lions
Hawthorn have had a long, hard look at their terrible first half against Port Adelaide, with coach Sam Mitchell determined they learn their lessons quickly.
Chiefs on alert as Reds fight against Super history
Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn is aware his side has poked the bear after upsetting the Chiefs in a breakthrough Super Rugby victory last time they met.
NRL’s Trbojevic concussion ruling confuses Bennett
Wayne Bennett is unsure what message the NRL is sending by clearing Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic to play against his Dolphins side.
Bennett urges Blues to pick Reynolds and Walker
Wayne Bennett says NSW would be crazy to overlook Adam Reynolds and Cody Walker with the Blues' Origin hopes hanging by a thread.
Bumper crowd expected as Raider Croker hits game 300
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says the Raiders are eager to deliver in Jarrod Croker's 300th game, with players working overtime to be fit for Friday's clash.
Voss questions ‘unusual’ report about Carlton
Carlton coach Michael Voss insists the Blues can turn around their crumbling season amid a report of friction within the playing group.
Papenhuyzen shuts down talk of imminent Storm return
Melbourne Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is targeting a return before the NRL finals but says it would be a miracle if he's back playing within a month.
No animosity as Fagan prepares to face Hawks
Chris Fagan hasn't spoken to Cyril Rioli since 2019 but holds no animosity towards him or Hawthorn despite the implications of the AFL's racism saga.
Australian soccer mourns death of pioneer Rale Rasic
Australia's football community is mourning the death of Rale Rasic, the first coach to take the Socceroos to a World Cup.
Struggling Saints need younger coach: Bennett
Wayne Bennett says St George Illawarra have to think long-term and opt for a fresh approach when considering their next permanent head coach.
Rebels confirm signing of Test lock Salakaia-Loto
Wallabies lock Lukhan Salakaia-Loto has officially linked with the Melbourne Rebels, saying he's excited to reunite with ex-Reds Taniela Tupou and Alex Mafi.
LIV Golf “not going anywhere” says CEO Greg Norman
LIV Golf chief Greg Norman says the circuit is "not going anywhere" despite the peace deal with the US PGA which casts doubt on LIV's Australian tournament.
Pangai shakes off self-doubt after week with Latrell
A week in State of Origin camp with one of the game's biggest personalities has helped restore Tevita Pangai Jr's self-confidence.
Milestone game won’t distract Franklin, Swans
Sydney will celebrate Lance Franklin's 350th AFL game when they face St Kilda but are determined not to let the occasion prove a distraction.
Aussie coach McCulloch to quit British cycling team
Kaarle McCulloch, the women's sprint podium coach for Great Britain's cycling team, will finish up in her role after the World Championships in August.
Head, Smith shine as Australia control World Test final
Travis Head has hit a sparkling unbeaten century and Steve Smith 95no to lead Australia to 3-327 on day one of the World Test Championship final against India.
Holbrook feels no pressure despite Titans bad habit
The Titans welcome back star fullback AJ Brimson from injury against Wests Tigers as they aim to rectify their habit of choking when in control of games.
Ruthless Ange can bring Tottenham along on his journey
New Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou will face big decisions at the start of his Premier League journey but his past charges have no doubt he'll be up for it.
Fit again Oates driven by pain of 2022 Broncos fadeout
Brisbane are joint leaders of the NRL and winger Corey Oates says they intend to stay there, learning from last year's painful lessons.
O’Connor set to shift again for Reds’ knockout quarter
James O'Connor could return to the No.12 for the Queensland Reds with Hunter Paisami under an injury cloud ahead of their Super Rugby quarter-final in Hamilton.
Cummins wants to prove Test Championship final belongs
The World Test Championship is locked in for another four years, and Pat Cummins wants Australia's final with India at The Oval to prove the tournament belongs.
Dylan Brown barred from pubs over alleged breast grope
Parramatta Eels five-eighth Dylan Brown has been barred from entering licensed premises in Sydney's Double Bay after allegedly groping a woman's breasts.
Brown stood down but Eels won’t become distracted
Parramatta five-eighth Dylan Brown will be stood down indefinitely from his NRL duties after being charged with five counts of sexual touching.
Schuster swipes blasted by Manly legend Cliff Lyons
Manly great Cliff Lyons has called for patience with Josh Schuster, who has been targeted with criticism following a tough start on his switch to five-eighth.
Pies won’t put travel ban on De Goey for extended break
Collingwood star Jordan De Goey is set to be granted additional time away from the AFL club while serving his three-match suspension for rough conduct.