Mahmood poised to heat up BBL, Ashes ready
Sydney Thunder's Saqib Mahmood will make his BBL debut soon, putting thoughts of this summer's Ashes and the 2022 Twenty20 World Cup to the back of his mind.
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Finals failure fuels Storm’s NRL rebound
Melbourne's Ryan Papenhuyzen says the club will use off-field distraction and their finals capitulation as motivation to return in 2022 stronger than before.
Socceroo Grant set for Sydney FC return
Socceroo Rhyan Grant is a chance to return for Sydney FC this weekend against Wellington after getting the COVID all-clear.
Unsigned Norman calls time on NRL career
Playmaker Corey Norman has retired from the NRL after 228 games with Brisbane, Parramatta and St George Illawarra.
O’Neill in lucky escape from Glory lock-up
Perth Glory CEO Tony Pignata is hopeful players and staff will be able to leave their hotel quarantine stint in Queensland early to complete it in Perth.
Skipper Steele signs long-term Saints deal
Star midfielder Jack Steele has committed to St Kilda until the end of 2027 by signing a fresh long-term contract with the AFL club.
Hamilton will be back: F1 champ Verstappen
Formula One champion Max Verstappen is expecting to renew his rivalry with Lewis Hamilton next year despite uncertainty surrounding the Briton's career.
Dutch delight as 2022 Vuelta route named
Next year's Vuelta de Espana will begin in Utrecht on August 19, much to the delight of Dutch cycling fans.
COVID spike plays havoc with world sport
The spike of COVID cases around the world is beginning to disrupt sport yet again.
Chelsea slip, Liverpool win again in EPL
There has been another twist in the EPL with title-contenders Chelsea dropping points in a 1-1 draw with Everton, while Liverpool beat Newcastle 3-1.
Woods ‘crazy good’ before golf return
Former world No.1 Tiger Woods is getting ready to return to some form of competition and the early reports are encouraging.
Mercedes withdraws appeal over F1 result
Mercedes will not appeal the outcome of the season-ending Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix in a move that confirms Max Verstappen as the 2021 world champion.
United thrash Kings to open NBL account
Records have tumbled as Melbourne United trounced the Sydney Kings 89-47 for their first win of the 2021-22 NBL season.
David Warner again falls shy of Ashes ton
Opener David Warner has fallen short of a century for the second time in as many Ashes Tests, dismissed for 95 at Adelaide Oval.
England defend Ashes bowling tactics
England have defended their bowling tactics on a largely fruitless opening day of the second Test against Australia.
Warner’s painful knock puts Aussies on top
David Warner has overcome rib pain to combine with Marnus Labuschagne to put Australia on top of the pink-ball Ashes Test, going to stumps on day one at 2-221.
Mercedes drop appeal but cry ‘robbery’
Mercedes have dropped their appeal over the result of the Abu Dhabi GP but boss Toto Wolff says Lewis Hamilton will never get over being "robbed" of the title.
Pakistan/WI ODI series ditched over COVID
The West Indies limited-overs tour to Pakistan has been cut short after the number of COVID-19 cases in the visiting squad rocketed to nine.
Ash Barty crowned ITF 2021 world champion
Ash Barty has been crowned the International Tennis Federation women's world champion for 2021 after her triumphant Wimbledon-winning season.
NRL mourns death of Peter Mulholland
Legendary rugby league talent scout Peter Mulholland has died at the age of 68.
Hooker Codie Taylor commits to NZ rugby
Veteran Test hooker Codie Taylor has signed a long-term contract extension with New Zealand Rugby, staying on until at least 2025.
Glory v Roar match called off due to COVID
Perth Glory have become the latest club to be hit with a COVID-19 case, following on from Sydney FC, Western United and Newcastle Jets.
Scorchers to spend BBL season on the road
The Perth Scorchers will play only one game at Optus Stadium this BBL season after WA's tight border made it impossible to fixture any more games in Perth.
Patient Aussies 1-129 at tea in Ashes Test
David Warner has overcome rib pain to battle through an intense start from England and help Australia to 1-129 at tea on day one of the second Test in Adelaide.
Bees boss Frank calls for EPL postponement
Brentford boss Thomas Frank says the upcoming round of Premier League fixtures should be postponed to allow clubs to deal with coronavirus outbreaks.
Browne to take over as Magpies president
Jeff Browne is set to be confirmed as Collingwood president after his ticket won election to the club's board.
Mackie steps up as Cats’ AFL list manager
Geelong premiership hero Andrew Mackie is their new list manager, while veteran Stephen Wells continues as the Cats' recruiting boss.
Atletico Mineiro complete double in Brazil
Atletico Mineiro have won a rare league and cup double in Brazilian soccer, beating Athletico Paranaense 2-1 for a 6-1 aggregate Copa win.
Wanderers expect tough test against Jets
Western Sydney Wanderers coach Catherine Cannulli expects a tough test for her A-League Women's team from Newcastle despite the Jets' disrupted preparations.
Aussies win toss and bat against England
Australia won the toss and will bat first against England in the second Ashes Test in Adelaide.
Cummins’ COVID brush won’t force lockdown
Australia and England players are set to avoid a hard bubble despite Pat Cummins being ruled out of the Adelaide Test after becoming a close COVID-19 contact.