Maroons blow as Broncos duo ruled out of Origin II
An ankle injury has ruled Brisbane and Queensland forward Pat Carrigan out of State of Origin game two in Melbourne on June 17.
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Bombers cop another injury blow in loss to Eagles
There was no new coach bounce under Essendon interim boss Dean Solomon as Jake Waterman and Milan Murdock combined for six goals to lift West Coast to victory.
Penrith edge Warriors, strengthen grip on top spot
Casey McLean and Dylan Edwards have helped Penrith move four points clear at the top of the NRL ladder in a 20-18 win over the Warriors.
Strange magic as Raiders down ‘passive’ Cowboys
Canberra have secured a much-needed NRL win against North Queensland to snap an eight-year hoodoo and keep themselves in top-eight contention.
Oliver, Callaghan shine as Giants dampen Demon spirits
GWS have overwhelmed Melbourne in Alice Springs as Finn Callaghan starred and Clayton Oliver impressed against his old team.
Shooter’s sparkling form earns Diamonds netball recall
Donnell Wallam's impressive Super Netball form has forced selectors to include the goal-shooter in the Diamonds squad ahead of the Commonwealth Games.
Thunderbirds crush Vixens in Super Netball statement
Led by goal-scoring ace Elmere van der Berg, the Thunderbirds have claimed outright top spot on the Super Netball ladder after beating top-two side the Vixens.
Foley’s final countdown as Spears make Japan decider
Ahead of an expected return to the Waratahs, former Wallaby Bernard Foley's Spears side have booked a place in the Japan Rugby League One grand final.
Dragons end losing streak with upset of the season
St George Illawarra have won their first game in 295 days and sent Brisbane's premiership defence into a spiral with a brilliant 30-26 victory.
Swifts see off Firebirds threat to stay in finals race
Grace Nweke and Grace Whyte have starred to fire the NSW Swifts to a tense victory over the Queensland Firebirds, keeping their slim finals hopes alive.
Popovic urges Socceroos to believe after Mexico loss
The Socceroos have lost to Mexico 1-0 in the friendly match that was the final audition for players to impress before Tony Popovic picks his World Cup squad.
Aussies fall to debutant Pakistan spin kid in ODI
Australia's opening match in the ODI series in Pakistan has ended in defeat after Pakistan's teenage debutant Arafat Minhas grabbed a stunning five-wicket haul.
Socceroos set for World Cup audition against Mexico
Socceroos players will have their final audition for the World Cup squad in Australia's friendly against Mexico in front of a hostile crowd.
Furious Bulldogs to email NRL over ref calls
His side are 4-8, but one thing Cameron Ciraldo can't cop is bad refereeing - and he feels his Canterbury side had their fair share in a loss to Wests Tigers.
Last Aussie succumbs in Paris sunshine to world No.1
Daria Kasatkina has battled valiantly but was eventually overpowered by world No.1 Aryna Sabalenka, ending the Australian singles challenge at the French Open.
Storm speedster steers Melbourne to crucial NRL win
Exciting fullback Sua Faalogo has helped Melbourne to an important 18-4 victory over the Sydney Roosters, who struggled in the wake of Origin.
Galvin booed as struggling Bulldogs fall to Tigers
Lachlan Galvin was a non-stop target of abuse for Wests Tigers fans as the young halfback and current club Canterbury fell to a 22-16 defeat.
Fagan fumes as dashing Dockers firm as flag fancies
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan unleashed on his players as Fremantle extended their winning streak to 11 matches with a convincing victory over the Lions.
Lightning strike down Giants in Super Netball blowout
Donnell Wallam racked up 45 goals to steer Sunshine Coast Lightning to a comprehensive 20-goal victory over the winless Giants.
Panthers make call on Cleary for Warriors clash
First-placed Penrith have made a decision on Nathan Cleary's availability for their clash with the high-flying Warriors.
Injury-drained Tigers almost plumbed mid-season rookie
Managing a lengthy injury list, Richmond coach Adem Yze revealed he almost called on a rookie to play against Sydney four days after being drafted.
Ponga reveals mental challenge as Knights hold off Eels
Kalyn Ponga has bounced back from the mental anguish of Wednesday's State of Origin send-off to lead the Knights to a 28-22 win over the Eels in Newcastle.
Eight is great for Curnow as Swans swarm over Tigers
Flag fancies Sydney have monstered a plucky Richmond side at the SCG, with a firing Charlie Curnow standing tall in attack for an injury-hit Swans outfit.
Lynn, McSweeney star for Northamptonshire in Blast
Australians Chris Lynn and Nathan McSweeney have lifted Northamptonshire to the top of the Central and West Group of the Vitality Blast.
‘Not acceptable’: Giants ruck finding top form for Dees
Readily admitting to his "okay" start to the season, GWS ruck Kieren Briggs is boasting top form again ahead of a battle with Melbourne goliath Max Gawn.
‘Run any time’: Walsh backed to rediscover Broncos form
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has not been at his brilliant best but coach Michael Maguire has seen positive signs that situation is set to change.
Strong club form key to Strange staying in blue
Ethan Strange is set to back up from a starring performance for NSW in the State of Origin opener when he plays for Canberra against North Queensland.
Volpato debut a possibility as coach plays down risk
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic says Cristian Volpato could debut as soon as Australia's friendly against Mexico less than two days after his defection from Italy.
AFL concedes umpire error as Cats lament ‘howler’ call
Geelong's Ollie Dempsey was denied a clear goal in the narrow loss to Carlton when umpires chose not to call on the AFL Review Centre to check a decision.
Vidosic son hopes to do father proud in Wembley final
Dario Vidosic is hoping a season of heartbreak can end in joy as he leads Brighton & Hove Albion out at Wembley with late father Rado on his mind.
Flight of fancy as top pilot flips through the sky
Australia's top aerobatic pilot reveals what it takes to hurtle through the sky and still land on your feet.