AFL set to investigate Bulldogs star Smith
Bailey Smith has admitted he possessed an illicit substance in late 2021, after the emergence of photos of the Western Bulldogs AFL star with a white powder.
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Origin lessons drive Saifiti’s NRL return
Newcastle forward Jacob Saifiti admits he had his eyes opened wide by the habits of star NSW teammates during his first State of Origin camp.
ACL injury puts Cowboy Luki out for season
Scans have confirmed the worst for Heilum Luki, with the North Queensland back-rower to miss the remainder of the NRL season because of a knee injury.
Johnston bags hat-trick in Souths NRL win
Alex Johnston scored three tries in South Sydney's 30-16 win over Gold Coast, who slipped to their fifth straight loss at home.
Brumbies fall in tense Super Rugby semi
The Blues have advanced to the Super Rugby Pacific decider after beating the Brumbies 20-19 in a semi-final thriller at Eden Park.
Keary concern in Roosters loss to Storm
The Melbourne Storm have claimed a 26-18 win over the Sydney Roosters at the SCG to move up to second on the NRL ladder.
Broncos count casualties of gutsy NRL win
Brisbane have won a seventh straight NRL game, hanging on bravely to beat Canberra 24-18 despite at least three key injuries at Suncorp Stadium.
Giants win, secure home netball final
The Giants have earned a home semi-final after overcoming a late challenge from Sunshine Coast Lightning to guarantee third spot on the Super Netball ladder.
Lions outlast Saints in injury-hit clash
Brisbane have fought past St Kilda by 21 points, with both teams hit by injuries, to return to form and second on the AFL ladder.
Shanaka thwarts Australian T20I sweep
Sri Lanka captain Dasun Shanaka has played a superb innings to secure a four-wicket win and deny Australia a three-match sweep of their T20I series.
Raging Kyrgios says he was racially abused
Nick Kyrgios says he was racially abused during his racquet-smashing, umpire-berating defeat to Andy Murray in the Stuttgart Open semi-final.
Lions sweat on Zorko, eye more improvement
Brisbane will await an update on captain Dayne Zorko's hamstring injury while coach Chris Fagan says they're still a way off their best AFL form.
Mam offers peak into Broncos’ future
Before the injuries took their toll in a famous Brisbane victory, Ezra Mam showed his offensive flair and improved defence in an NRL statement performance.
Saints count injury cost of AFL loss
St Kilda will have to make at least three changes against Essendon with Zak Jones injuring his hamstring and Daniel McKenzie and Mitch Owens concussed.
Bellamy buoyed by makeshift Storm backline
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy continues to prove his coaching excellence with his workmanlike backline downing a star-studded Sydney Roosters side.
Frustrated Mitchell sees light for Hawks
Hawthorn have slumped to a 4-9 record following their 13-point loss to Fremantle, but they have pushed the competition's best teams all the way this year.
Dockers to continue with Fyfe split-role
Fremantle captain Nat Fyfe made a rusty but successful return against the Hawks on Saturday, and his split mid-forward role is set to continue.
Rodda blow, Vunivalu nears Wallabies debut
Izack Rodda's foot injury means he'll miss the Test series against England while Suliasi Vunivalu one of six uncapped players named in the Wallabies' squad.
Kaufusi avoids ban, free to play Origin II
Felise Kaufusi will be able to play in State of Origin II for Queensland after avoiding a ban for his elbow to the head of Sydney Roosters playmaker Sam Walker.
Peru game as big as ’05 for Arnold’s Roos
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold says only one game compares to the importance of the World Cup play-off against Peru - the famous win over Uruguay in 2005.
Deng, Bol and Frayne excel in Europe
Australian athletics stars Joseph Deng, Peter Bol and Henry Frayne have all produced impressive weekend performances in Europe.
Clinical Cleary downs Ponga-less Knights
Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary stole the show as the Panthers obliterated Newcastle 42-6 in the NRL.
Tszyu-Charlo agree terms for title fight
Australian Tim Tszyu's title fight with super-welterweight champion Jermell Charlo has been locked in, with the bout likely to happen late this year in the US.
Roosters to monitor Luke Keary concussion
The Sydney Roosters say Luke Keary has "shown improvement" as he recovers from a concussion sustained in his side's NRL loss to Melbourne.
Naden sent off as Manly thrash Tigers
Brent Naden has become the first Wests Tigers player sent off in 20 years as his team were humbled 30-4 in their first game since coach Michael Maguire's exit.
Olakau’atu urged to put NSW before Tonga
Des Hasler says Manly second-rower Haumole Olakau'atu should consider putting NSW ahead of Tonga if State of Origin selection comes calling.
More heat on Kangas after AFL loss to GWS
GWS co-captain Stephen Coniglio starred as the Giants inflicted more pain on struggling North Melbourne with a 49-point AFL thrashing at Marvel Stadium.
Sivo back as Eels take five for Bulldogs
A fit-again Maika Sivo will play his first NRL game this season for Parramatta, who were afforded a rare five-day break to freshen up before playing Canterbury.
Swifts stay alive in Super Netball season
The NSW Swifts will be praying for a Melbourne Vixens victory - by at least five goals - to stay alive in Super Netball after beating the Queensland Firebirds.
Ciraldo calm amid coaching conjecture
Penrith assistant coach Cameron Ciraldo says he is flattered but also slightly uncomfortable about being linked to the Wests Tigers job.
Horne-Francis in hot water over Kelly hit
The AFL match review officer will look at footage of North Melbourne youngster Jason Horne-Francis' high hit on GWS star Josh Kelly.