Simmons ‘strong chance’ for World Cup: Boomers coach
Boomers coach Brian Goorjian wants Ben Simmons in his World Cup team and believes the divisive NBA talent is a strong chance of playing.
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Payten aiming for calm as Cowboys face ‘bogey’ Roosters
As his side languishes near the bottom of the NRL ladder, North Queensland coach Todd Payten is taking a different approach to the Cowboys' Magic Round contest.
NRL push for structured four-week international window
The NRL want a four-week international window each October, as data shows no link between last year's World Cup and the number of player injuries in 2023.
Fire still burns for surf queen Sally Fitzgibbons
Sally Fitzgibbons says missing the World Surf League mid-season cut and also Olympic selection rocked her, but she's ready to fight her way back to the top.
Big names back but Collingwood’s Ginnivan squeezed out
Collingwood ruck Mason Cox and veteran midfielder Scott Pendlebury have overcome injuries and will return to the side for Sunday's AFL clash with Sydney.
Waratahs tackle inconsistencies for Super Reds showdown
NSW No.9 Jake Gordon has challenged his Waratahs to address their inconsistencies as the Super Rugby Pacific finals draw closer.
Griffin to meet with Lomax next week on selection call
Anthony Griffin says he will provide feedback to Zac Lomax on why he was dropped, once the strike St George Illawarra centre clears his head.
Bennett debuts ‘Val Smith’ for Dolphins after renaming
Wayne Bennett reckons debutant Valynce Te Whare, known by fans as 'Val Meninga', has one similarity to Mal Meninga and that's the size of his shorts.
Reds value underdog tag ahead of Super W Grand Final
The Queensland Reds back their physicality in springing an upset over reigning Super W champions Fijiana Drua in Saturday's grand final.
Why Sydney celebration was fair game for Nieuwenhof
Western Sydney midfielder Calem Nieuwenhof is keen to extend the Wanderers' finals journey and end Sydney FC's in the process.
Griffin still thinking long-term despite board pressure
St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin says his selections show he is still planning for the club's long-term, despite questions over his own future.
Brigginshaw’s plan to include NRLW in Magic Round
Brisbane's Ali Brigginshaw has urged the NRL to consider weaving the women's game into Magic Round, floating the possibility of a pre-season nines tournament.
Demons to provide Rowell’s Suns a litmus midfield test
Gold Coast enter their clash with Melbourne without a number of key men but a confident Matt Rowell is relishing the prospect of quieting the Demons' midfield.
Bennett’s ’12 commandments’ key to 900 games at top
A 34-year-old document titled The Broncos Creed, recently unearthed by Brisbane great Steve Renouf, provided the basis for Wayne Bennett's ongoing NRL success.
Brisbane ready to tackle Carlton’s twin towers
Brisbane will have to deal with Carlton twin towers Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay on Friday night, with defender Jack Payne likely to get a big job.
Walters’ tough love behind Broncos’ rise: Cartwright
Brisbane assistant coach John Cartwright, formerly head coach at Gold Coast, says the NRL club's resurgence is due to Kevin Walters staying true to his vision.
Call on Las Vegas NRL pre-season games is imminent
CEO Andrew Abdo says the NRL will make a definitive call within weeks on whether to take two games to Las Vegas next season.
No Hindley but Vine could shine for Aussies at the Giro
Jai Hindley has passed up the chance to defend his Giro d'Italia crown but there's still lots of Australian interest in the great Italian tour's 106th edition.
NRL not trying to silence Phil Gould: CEO Andrew Abdo
The NRL has warned Canterbury that Phil Gould mustn't comment on matters under review in his role as a pundit, but denies trying to silence the footy boss.
Star Fyfe returns as sub for Dockers’ clash with Hawks
Veteran Fremantle star Nat Fyfe will make a low-key return to the AFL after being named as sub against Hawthorn for his first game in seven weeks.
Slater: Premature to make Ponga Origin call just yet
Queensland coach Billy Slater says plenty can happen before selectors must decide whether Kalyn Ponga holds onto the State of Origin fullback position.
Force turn to Sevens playmaker Burey against Crusaders
Sevens playmaker Max Burey says he's not daunted by the fact he'll be taking on the Crusaders in Christchurch in his Super Rugby Pacific debut.
I’m all good with Fainus: Tigers five-eighth Wakeham
Brandon Wakeham has stated there are no issues between he and the Fainu family, after his on-field clash with Manly rookie Samuela prompted a tunnel argument.
Magic Round in Auckland would be fitting: Kevin Campion
After his old firm were forced to relocate amid the pandemic, Warriors great Kevin Campion has suggested taking Magic Round to Auckland would help repay fans.
Hardwick returns as Rebels look to upset Brumbies
Test backrower Richard Hardwick will return from a calf injury as Melbourne look to upset the Brumbies and push into the Super Rugby Pacific top eight.
Door open for Flanagan to play NRL as Dogs utility
Kyle Flanagan has been dropped from Canterbury's NRL side, but coach Cameron Ciraldo sees the potential for the halfback to return as a utility player.
Reds, Waratahs name settled teams for Super Rugby derby
The Queensland Reds and NSW Waratahs have both made minimal team changes for Saturday's pivotal Super Rugby Pacific derby in Townsville.
Storm set for Souths’ Mitchell to be at his best
Cameron Munster says Latrell Mitchell loves the big stage and expects Melbourne to have their hands full containing the Rabbitohs star in Magic Round.
Cowboys blood imposing Finefeuiaki for Roosters clash
Teenage second-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has been named for North Queensland in their Magic Round clash with Sydney Roosters on Sunday.
Dangerfield backs Tassie poaching contracted AFL talent
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield is all for the new Tasmanian club poaching contracted players from rival teams when it joins the AFL in 2028.
Seibold details Manly’s Schuster Origin project
Under-fire Manly playmaker Josh Schuster has the backing of coach Anthony Seibold, who has pencilled him in for a key State of Origin role.