NSW ready to take Origin grind to Maroons
One year after blowing Queensland off the park in State of Origin I, NSW are preparing to grind their way to victory over the Maroons in the 2022 series-opener.
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Blues aim to seize Origin home ground edge
The winning team in Origin I often goes on to win the series and, as they play their first Game I at home since 2016, NSW aim to use it to their advantage.
Daisy Pearce to join Cats’ coaching staff
Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce will join Geelong's coaching ranks as part of an AFL women's coach acceleration program after she retires from the AFLW.
Bellamy lessons guide Slater in Origin
Rookie Queensland Origin coach Billy Slater says part of his job is instilling belief in his players, but they have returned the favour for him.
Origin scene for Kangaroos No.7 battle
Incumbent Kangaroos No.7 Daly Cherry-Evans can peg back Nathan Cleary's charge for his green and gold jersey with a good State of Origin showing.
Maguire axed, Tigers eye coach for future
Cameron Ciraldo looms as the most likely target for Wests Tigers next coach after they axed Michael Maguire just hours after he finished an NRL field session.
Bolter Cotter’s crucial Qld Origin role
Limiting Isaah Yeo's impact at lock for NSW will be rookie Maroons talent Reuben Cotter's crucial State of Origin role.
Crows will offer Walker new AFL deal: CEO
Adelaide chief executive officer Tim Silvers says the Crows will soon offer Taylor Walker an AFL contract extension.
Daniher set to return against St Kilda
Brisbane star Joe Daniher is set to return from a shoulder injury to boost the Lions in their tantalising AFL clash with St Kilda.
May apologises after ban over altercation
Melbourne have suspended Steven May for the Queen's Birthday blockbuster after he scuffled with teammate Jake Melksham when he was not supposed to be drinking.
Diver Bedggood’s fresh outlook to Games
Australia has named a 14-strong diving team to contest the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham in July-August.
Nofoaluma back for under-siege Tigers
Wests Tigers have had some good news on the injury front with winger David Nofoaluma back in their lineup, while Brisbane has recalled their star halfback.
Five more new faces in England rugby camp
A further five uncapped players have been called into coach Eddie Jones's England rugby squad in the countdown to a tour of Australia.
Warriors to meet on coach Brown’s future
The Warriors are reportedly set to meet with Nathan Brown over his future as coach with the club having lost five straight games to be 14th on the NRL ladder.
Wighton best-placed to handle move: Stuart
Jack Wighton's growth and adaptability have him best placed to handle the switch to centre for NSW in State of Origin, according to Canberra coach Ricky Stuart.
Fyfe eyes Freo forward role on AFL return
Nat Fyfe doesn't want to upset Fremantle's midfield mix when he makes his AFL return against Hawthorn at Optus Stadium.
Socceroos suffer setback before play-off
The Socceroos have suffered a double blow ahead of their must-win World Cup playoff against the UAE, with Trent Sainsbury and Adam Taggart set to miss the game.
Titans’ NRL blow as Campbell hamstrung
Titans fullback Jayden Campbell has been ruled out for eight weeks after MRI results confirmed a high-grade tear of the hamstring.
Warriors axe Brown, Jones interim coach
Nathan Brown has coached his last game for the Warriors, with the NRL club parting ways with the veteran coach.
Magpies snare Emily Smith as AFLW recruit
WBBL wicketkeeper Emily Smith will cross codes to play for Collingwood in the AFLW after signing a rookie contract.
New rules, but same frantic Origin ahead
NSW hooker Damien Cook believes the NRL's new rules that have slightly slowed down the speed in the regular season will barely impact on State of Origin.
Lachie Weller’s worst AFL fears confirmed
Scans have confirmed Gold Coast speedster Lachie Weller ruptured his right ACL when he crumpled to the turf during the AFL win over North Melbourne.
Smith takes AFL’s two-game headbutting ban
Western Bulldogs star Bailey Smith will miss their next two games after the club decided against challenging his two-game suspension for headbutting.
Panther power puts odds in Blues’ favour
If history is anything to go by, the benefit of having six Penrith players running out together in State of Origin will benefit NSW.
Aussies stick with Smith for T20 opener
Josh Inglis has been squeezed out of Australia's XI for the opening Twenty20 against Sri Lanka, with Test star Steve Smith keeping his spot in the middle order.
Extortion charge against boxer dropped
Professional boxer Jason Eric Whateley, 31, has indicated he will plead guilty to an affray after the prosecution dropped an extortion charge.
Coach Slater not leaning on Origin legacy
Billy Slater the coach hasn't overplayed his hand as a former Queensland great, rather drawing on his diligence to prepare the Maroons for a Sydney ambush.
Maroons plan to topple NSW Panther clique
Daly Cherry-Evans will rely on his own solid spine combination to counter a Penrith-heavy NSW unit that proved too good in last year's State of Origin.
How Hynes went from unwanted to Origin
A cut-out ball and 50-metre try for Mackay against Norths Devils in 2018 were the moments that sent Nicho Hynes on the path to NSW State of Origin duties.
Rapana faces ban over stray boot
Canberra winger Jordan Rapana has been hit with up to a two-game ban after he flung his leg out in a tackle and made contact with a Sydney Roosters player.
How NSW will shape up for Game I in Sydney
How the NSW side stacks up for Origin I