Ponga not distracted by contract: O’Brien
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien doesn't have a problem with Kalyn Ponga's drawn-out contract discussions, saying they are not a distraction for his star fullback.
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Injured Opetaia delays world title fight
A rib injury in training has forced Australian Jai Opetaia to postpone next month's world title fight against Mairis Briedis on the Gold Coast to June.
Fullback move not permanent for Moses Mbye
Moses Mbye doesn't see his fullback switch at St George Illawarra as a long-term move, saying Tyrell Sloan will be the club's best No.1 option.
Error-prone Walker admits form must lift
If South Sydney are to recapture the form that carried them to last year's NRL grand final, star half Cody Walker admits he must improve his game.
Europe trip to pave clearer World Cup path
The Wallabies' road to the World Cup in France has taken shape as the side weighs up a five-Test Spring Tour in Europe.
NSWRL to consider ARLC funding ultimatum
NSW Rugby League directors will meet with a legal advisor to decide whether to re-run their election or risk all of their ARL Commission funding.
Walker to make AFL return after racism ban
Adelaide's ex-captain Taylor Walker will make his AFL comeback from a racism ban in his club's away trip to face Essendon on Sunday.
‘Pessimist’ Porecki wary of English attack
Six years playing in England has given potential Wallabies debutant Dave Porecki a window into the under-pressure side's mindset ahead of their arrival.
Noble demands Roos response after rout
Coach David Noble expects North Melbourne to respond from their thumping loss to Brisbane when they face Sydney, but won't necessarily swing the selection axe.
Smith hoping to master Augusta National
The Players champion Cameron Smith is feeling fearless and confident as he spearheads Australia's Masters assault at Augusta National.
Qld policeman faces court on drug charges
A police constable and former North Queensland Cowboys junior player has appeared in court charged with possessing and supplying dangerous drugs.
Manly push back Koula’s fullback debut
Reuben Garrick will be the man to replace Tom Trbojevic at fullback for Manly against Newcastle after teenager Tolutau Koula dropped off their team sheet.
Cameron fine with GWS contract speculation
GWS coach Leon Cameron is out of contract at the end of the year and has made a mutual decision with the AFL club to put talks on hold until then.
Drua skipper joins Super suspension list
Fijian Drua captain Nemani Nagusa will miss his side's Super Rugby Pacific home debut after accepting a four-game suspension for a high tackle.
Selwood to miss Cats’ AFL clash with Lions
Geelong captain Joel Selwood will sit out of Friday night's game against Brisbane at GMHBA Stadium, but Mark O'Connor and Gryan Miers will return.
Port coach Hinkley feels AFL frustrations
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he expects to cop criticism because of his AFL club's winless start to the season.
Wild punt on league gave Dragons NRLW star
Rachael Pearson quit her job at age 25 and moved 700km east to her brother's spare room in a bid to make it in the NRLW, before starring at St George Illawarra.
Cricket open to possible Barty return
Fellow dual-code star Ellyse Perry says it's important that Ash Barty follows her heart if she is to make a potential return to elite sport.
Finch finds form in Australia’s T20 win
Captain Aaron Finch has found form, hitting 55 to help Australia to a three-wicket victory over Pakistan in the one-off Twenty20 in Lahore.
Woods sets stage for Masters comeback
Golfing legend Tiger Woods believes he can win the Masters just 14 months after a serious car crash almost ended his career.
Roosters prop Togatuki freed for NRLW GF
Sydney Roosters NRLW prop Sarah Togatuki can play in Sunday's NRLW grand final against St George Illawarra after claiming a major win at the judiciary.
Brisbane’s Bates named AFLW’s best
Brisbane star Emily Bates has claimed the AFLW best and fairest for the first time, holding off Adelaide star Anne Hatchard by one vote.
Magpies accept De Goey’s one-game AFL ban
Collingwood star Jordan De Goey is out of Saturday's clash against West Coast after they opted not to take his one-game suspension to the AFL tribunal.
Stars warn against NRL set-restart blitz
State of Origin stars Tino Fa'asuamaleaui and Valentine Holmes have warned the NRL is fast enough and no set-restart blitz is needed to tackle wrestling.
Bellamy gives Billy Slater blessing as NRL coach
Craig Bellamy says Billy Slater's storied playing career means he is able to take a different path to being a NRL coach rather than starting as an assistant.
Panthers on guard for Bulldogs’ bite
Fullback Dylan Edwards is expecting ex-Panthers trio Matt Burton, Brent Naden and Tevita Pangai to help the Bulldogs lift in their NRL clash.
James initially unaware of Broncos bust-up
Brisbane recruit Ryan James says the Broncos don't have a poor culture despite a highly publicised bust-up between teammates Payne Haas and Albert Kelly.
Flanagan back in from cold for Bulldogs
Kyle Flanagan has earned a recall in Canterbury's halves, named as Matt Burton's third halves partner of the year in the side to take on Penrith.
Victory a huge ALM task for wounded Glory
Perth's injury crisis has interim coach Ruben Zadkovich relying on unproven youngsters against a fit and organised Melbourne Victory in Wednesday's ALM match.
Fighting Matildas will bounce back: Raso
Hayley Raso is backing the Matildas' fighting spirit to show as they look to rebound from their Asian Cup disappointment when they take on New Zealand.
Crows take McKinnon case to AFLW tribunal
Adelaide ruck Montana McKinnon is facing grand final heartache unless she can overturn her one-game suspension on Tuesday night at the AFLW tribunal.