Answerth’s long stretch for AFL return
Noah Answerth credits regular pilates sessions for his recovery from a long-term groin injury and presents as a valuable inclusion for Brisbane's AFL opener.
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Force look to Prior against Super Drua
Stinging from their Super Rugby Pacific loss to NSW, Western Force are out to make amends against Fijian Drua, with veteran half Ian Prior in the hot seat.
McDermott eyes history in Birmingham
Star high jumper and Olympic silver medallist Nicola McDermott says she wants to go down in history at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games.
Aussies eye return to World Cup semis
Victory over India in Saturday's clash at Auckland's Eden Park will make Australia the first confirmed semi-finalist in the Women's Cricket World Cup.
Superbikes Return to Queensland Raceway
Australia’s fastest riders on the fastest Superbikes in history are set to take on Queensland Raceway this weekend for round two of the 2022 mi-bike Motorcycle Insurance Australian Superbike Championship.
Fornaroli call sparks Australian debate
The call-up of 34-year-old Bruno Fornaroli has prompted fresh debate about how Australia develops football talent to compete on the international stage.
Hynes uses Storm model for halves change
Nicho Hynes is looking at Melbourne's successful model as proof two former fullbacks can make it work in the halves at Cronulla.
Tough Teddy ready for Waratahs debut
Teddy Wilson, son of former Wallabies captain David Wilson, is set to make his Super Rugby Pacific debut as the Waratahs look to keep Melbourne winless.
Wins will silence rift ‘noise’: Payten
Speculation and rumours of unrest at the North Queensland Cowboys will end if they can string some results together, coach Todd Payten says.
Holbrook admits NRL rant was ill-advised
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook says a post-game rant about refereeing in his team's four-point NRL loss to Parramatta shouldn't have been done in public.
Titans welcome Taylor’s NRL return
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook says there's no bad blood between the Titans and Ash Taylor as the Warriors recruit prepares to face his former NRL team.
Neasham takes aim at lucrative turf double
Annabel Neasham is a young racehorse trainer in a hurry and her rise to the top will be expedited if she can claim either the Golden Slipper or All-Star Mile.
Paps thrilled to kick winner for Bellamy
Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says kicking the matchwinner in a milestone game like coach Craig Bellamy's 500th NRL game is a dream come true.
World Cup sleeper Jackson’s return builds
Lauren Jackson has taken steps to improve her sleeping habits since announcing a basketball comeback that could lead to a World Cup cameo later this year.
Franklin feted on cusp of AFL landmark
Lance Franklin's coach and opponents say there's more to the man than just his freakish AFL talents.
Bulldogs dismiss NRL HIA rort claims
Canterbury coach Trent Barrett says his club didn't manipulate the NRL's concussion rules in their win over North Queensland last week to get an advantage.
Tedesco, Trbojevic in No.1 No.1 duel
The battle of the NRL fullbacks between James Tedesco and Tom Trbojevic can never be clear cut, with both No.1s taking the jersey in different directions.
High praise from Hardwick for new Blues
Richmond coach Damien Hardwick was full of praise for Carlton after they tore his Tigers apart in their AFL season opener on Thursday night.
Storm win in golden point against Souths
Melbourne have continued South Sydney's misery in the Victorian capital city with a 15-14 golden point victory to celebrate coach Craig Bellamy's 500th NRL game
Reath fires as Hawks edge Phoenix in NBL
Illawarra have pipped South East Melbourne at home in a six-point NBL win behind dominant performances from Duop Reath and Tyler Harvey.
Carlton comeback stuns Tigers in AFL upset
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has starred with three goals in a stunning 25-point AFL win over Richmond to mark a stunning start for Blues' coach Michael Voss.
Mature St Kilda recruit Hayes set to debut
Jack Hayes wasn't on St Kilda's list two weeks ago but the 25-year-old will make his long-awaited AFL debut in the Saints' round-one clash with Collingwood.
NSWRL sets sights on Politis replacement
The NSWRL has called for applications to replace Nick Politis on its board after he and chairman George Peponis quit in dramatic fashion.
‘Aussie’ Bruno grateful for Roos call-up
Veteran striker Bruno Fornaroli says he's ready to give everything to help Australia qualify for the World Cup after his shock Socceroos call-up.
Walker to grow as half while Roosters No.6
Teenage playmaker Sam Walker will be a better halfback for his time as a five-eighth at the NRL club, according to coach Trent Robinson.
Brisbane NRL switch rejuvenates Reynolds
As he prepares to debut for new club Brisbane, Adam Reynolds says his NRL off-season switch has been a breath of fresh air in his 11-year first-grade career.
Halves switch no novelty for Titans star
Gold Coast's young halves have been the talking point going into the NRL club's season but new five-eighth AJ Brimson can't see what all the fuss is about.
Ravalawa, To’o in heavyweight wing clash
Mikaele Ravalawa has the power, speed and smarts to be the NRL's Ken Irvine Medallist in 2022, according to St George Illawarra teammate Zac Lomax.
Brumbies aim to curb Reds powerhouse Tupou
The Brumbies and Queensland Reds will resume hostilities in Canberra as the only two unbeaten teams after four Super Rugby Pacific rounds.
Medal ambition driving Day to Birmingham
A teenage rookie at her home Commonwealth Games in 2018, Australian sprinter Riley Day heads to Birmingham this year chasing medals not experience.
Lillee leads tributes as Marsh farewelled
Dennis Lillee was among the family and friends to remember Rod Marsh's full life as the former Test wicketkeeper's funeral service in Adelaide on Thursday.