Burton free for Origin after Twal tackle
Matt Burton appeared to force his hand into Alex Twal's neck during Canterbury's win over Wests Tigers but has not been sanctioned and is free for Origin II.
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Melbourne’s May to return from AFL ban
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin is again rejecting claims of behaviour issues as Steven May prepares to return from a one-game ban for a brawl with a teammate.
Shaky Sharks’ NRL top-four push continues
Cronulla will look to win back-to-back games for the first time since rounds four and five when they face Gold Coast at Coffs Harbour.
Wallaby McDermott’s blast from the past
Tate McDermott has come full circle by joining the Wallabies camp at the resort where he slaved away as a food and beverage attendant in his teen years.
Cowboys score dramatic win over Sea Eagles
North Queensland have overcome the loss of Reuben Cotter and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow to claim a thrilling 28-26 away win over Manly.
Blues blow as Wighton contracts COVID
NSW's hopes of levelling the State of Origin series against Queensland in Perth have been dealt a big blow with centre Jack Wighton contracting COVID-19.
Melbourne end Brisbane winning run in NRL
Melbourne have stopped Brisbane's winning run at seven games, running away with a 32-20 victory in their NRL clash.
Stringer back as Bombers snap AFL streak
St Kilda looked set to overrun Essendon in their AFL clash but Jake Stringer helped steady the Bombers during the third quarter of their 35-point win.
England make world record 498 in Dutch ODI
England have made the highest total ever in an ODI, hitting 4-498, including three individual tons, in their 50-over trouncing of the Netherlands.
No-nonsense Kyrgios roars into Halle semis
Nick Kyrgios has powered into the semi-finals of the Halle grass-court tournament in Germany with an emphatic win over Spain's Pablo Carreno Busta.
Raiders, Knights desperate for NRL win
Canberra will be out to address their second-half woes while Newcastle will look to restore some pride when the sides clash at GIO Stadium on Sunday.
Cameron Smith’s hopes sunk at the US Open
Australia's big hope Cameron Smith has missed the cut at the US Open after slumping to six over par following his second round at Brookline Country Club.
Master Scheffler makes his move in US Open
Masters winner Scottie Scheffler has begun to make a move at the US Open, carding a three-under 67 to grab a share of the clubhouse lead.
De Goey hits back after party video saga
A video of Collingwood star Jordan De Goey partying at a Bali nightclub has appeared on social media, with the Magpies to investigate the footage.
Taulagi on pole for maiden Maroons call-up
Murray Taulagi's red-hot form for the North Queensland Cowboys looks set to throw him into a Maroons debut in Perth.
Suns’ rise a matter of AFL time: Adelaide
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he's not surprised at the emergence of Gold Coast as an AFL threat.
Bellamy praises Meaney as new Mr Fix-it
Nick Meaney has emerged as one of Melbourne's most valuable players, according to coach Craig Bellamy who says the utility has the smarts to match his skills.
Cotter ruled out of State of Origin II
Queensland lock Reuben Cotter has been ruled out of State of Origin II, with a hamstring tear set to keep him out of the game for around a month.
Neville closing in on Wallabies debut
Brumbies' behemoth Cadeyrn Neville has been grinding for a decade in search of a Wallabies debut which could come in next month's England Test series.
Tigers look to Doueihi for big NRL boost
Wests Tigers interim coach Brett Kimmorley says there's no excuses for his side ahead of Sunday's game with Canterbury, with star Adam Doueihi back.
Port down Swans, stay alive for AFL finals
A six-goal burst in the third term has propelled Port Adelaide to a 23-point win over Sydney, keeping the Power in touch with the AFL top eight.
Scrappy Sharks edge back into NRL top four
Cronulla have done just enough to see off Gold Coast in Coffs Harbour, winning their NRL clash 18-10 to climb back into the all-important top four.
Crusaders are Super Rugby kings again
The Crusaders are celebrating a record 11th Super Rugby title after downing the Blues 21-7 in the final at Eden Park.
Sharks make pitch for Blues selection
Sisosifa Talakai's versatility could change Brad Fittler's thinking as he prepares to name his NSW squad for Origin II on Sunday week.
Cleary’s Panthers provide NSW Origin boost
NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler will be delighted with the form of his Penrith stars in a 40-6 NRL thrashing of the Warriors.
Roosters slump as Eels roar back to life
Parramatta responded after a shock defeat to Canterbury with a 26-16 NRL win over the Sydney Roosters.
Fever reach Super Netball grand final
Jhaniele Fowler starred with 67 goals as West Coast Fever best the Melbourne Vixens to qualify for the Super Netball championship decider.
Winnington, relay women strike world gold
400m freestyler Elijah Winnington and the women's 4x100m freestyle team have given Australia a golden start at the world swimming championships in Budapest.
Bailey Smith apologetic on AFL return
Suspended Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith was 'contrite and apologetic' on his return to the club ahead of their clash with Greater Western Sydney.
NSW axe four, Burton and Talakai to debut
NSW coach Brad Fittler has axed four players for State of Origin II with Matt Burton and Siosifa Talakai set to make their debuts for the Blues.
Brown poised to be NZ’s next RL poster boy
Dylan Brown will make his New Zealand debut this week and with age on his side could well become the face of the Kiwis for a new generation of fans.