Morris pulling right moves for Test debut
In the space of a month, Lance Morris has gone from surprise inclusion in the Test squad to a genuine chance for selection at the SCG this week.
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Fritz ousts battling Zverev in United Cup
American world No.9 Taylor Fritz has taken barely an hour to beat Alexander Zverev, the German again struggling in his comeback from injury at the United Cup.
CA, broadcasters agree new TV deal
Cricket Australia have struck a rich new broadcast deal with the Seven Network and Fox that keeps the sport out of the hands of international suitor Paramount.
Bat maker Brown blasts Heat to BBL win
Josh Brown made a pulsating 62 for Brisbane and Michael Neser took a stunning outfield catch to secure a thrilling 15-run BBL win over the Sydney Sixers.
Melbourne beat Bullets in crucial NBL win
Melbourne United's finals hopes remain intact after Chris Goulding and Rayjon Tucker combined to put the Brisbane Bullets away in a 99-84 NBL win.
Aussies consider five bowlers for 3rd Test
Coach Andrew McDonald is open to taking five specialist bowlers into the SCG Test, which would mark a 10-year first for the Australia team.
Stoinis blasts Stars to win over Strikers
Luke Wood held his nerve at the death after Marcus Stoinis's fireworks set up the Stars' upset win over the Strikers.
Taipans produce New Year’s Eve miracle
Cairns Taipans have pulled off a record-equalling fourth-quarter comeback to stun the Adelaide 36ers on New Year's Eve.
Winless Caps fined $1,000
The Boomers' WNBL title defence remains on track, while the Caps' year from hell finished with more bad news.
Nadal shock loss puts Spain on the brink
Rafael Nadal will be hungry to make amends if Spain's tie against Great Britain goes to a live mixed doubles clash.
Hat passed around for Qld rodeo rider
A novice bull rider from NSW has died from his injuries in hospital after falling from an animal at a rodeo event in southern Queensland on New Year's Eve.
Basement ALW clubs meet in Wellington
At least one of Wellington or Western Sydney will pick up their first points of the A-League Women season when the teams meet at Sky Stadium.
NRL’s Dragons sign Murdoch-Masila
St George Illawarra have signed experienced NRL forward Ben Murdoch-Masila after the Warriors granted him a release last month.
Kvitova, Ruud cruise to United Cup wins
Petra Kvitova's victory clinched a United Cup group-stage win for the Czech Republic over Germany, while Casper Ruud provided brief respite for Norway.
Davies, Cutting riding Thunder’s BBL wave
They might be surf buddies off the pitch but young batter Ollie Davies welcomes his rivalry with Ben Cutting for a place in Sydney Thunder's resurgent BBL side.
Man dies after fall from bull at Qld rodeo
A man in his 20s has died after suffering serious chest injuries when he was thrown from a bull at a rodeo event in southern Queensland.
Kvitova seals United Cup tie for Czechs
Petra Kvitova has beaten Germany's Laura Siegemund in straight sets to clinch a first United Cup group-stage win for the Czech Republic in Sydney.
Mariners give Kuol winning ALM farewell
Socceroo Jason Cummins has scored twice as his Central Coast teammate Garang Kuol farewelled the A League Men's side with a 2-1 home win over Melbourne Victory.
Wildcats too strong for Hawks in NBL clash
The Perth Wildcats have chalked up their highest score of the season to knock off the Illawarra Hawks 107-97 in the NBL.
Thunder post huge BBL total to beat Hobart
The Sydney Thunder have staved off swashbuckling Hobart Hurricanes captain Matthew Wade and defended their 228-run total in their Big Bash League clash.
Polish star Swiatek on song at United Cup
Poland's world No.1 Iga Swiatek has started the new season in style, powering through her opening match at the United Cup against Kazakhstan's Yulia Putintseva.
Slick Sydney FC crush Brisbane Roar in ALW
Sydney FC have won their fifth A-League Women game in a row with a 4-1 success over Brisbane Roar, three weeks after beating them 4-0.
Suns’ Andrew charged with drink-driving
Gold Coast's Mac Andrew has been charged with driving under the influence of alcohol after failing a blood alcohol test in the early hours of New Year's Eve.
Zverev below best form in United Cup loss
Former world No.2 Alexander Zverev has been beaten by Czech Jiri Lehecka at the United Cup in Sydney on his return following ankle surgery.
Dolphins No.7 O’Sullivan’s debt to Cleary
New Dolphins playmaker Sean O'Sullivan discovered himself at the Panthers and is ready to repay coach Wayne Bennett's faith in the 2023 NRL season.
Horn inspires Aussie boxing’s next wave
Some of Australian boxing's most respected figures agree the origins of the latest golden era can be traced to Jeff Horn's heroics five years ago.
We’ll never forget him: Brazil mourns Pele
A mournful Brazil is preparing to bury its legendary soccer champion Pele whose death continues to be marked around the world.
Holiday brings change in Thunder fortunes
Wicketkeeper-batsman Matthew Gilkes has helped spearhead the Sydney Thunder's post-Christmas BBL revival after a horror start to the season.
Roar eyeing January Austin ALM replacement
Brisbane Roar are in talks with strikers who could replace Charlie Austin as they look to get busy in the upcoming January transfer window.
Nadal aims to end his mixed 2022 on a high
Rafael Nadal won two slams then endured numerous injuries in 2022, but he is back fit and aiming to make an impact at the first United Cup mixed-teams event.
Pele tributes held at A-League matches
The A-Leagues are celebrating the life and career of Pele with a moment of applause before each men's and women's game.