NRL press ahead with pre-season comp
The NRL are set to offer up monetary prizes for players and clubs in a two-week pre-season tournament.
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Vics skittled for 63 by Bulls in Shield
Michael Neser and Mark Steketee combined for nine wickets to skittle Victoria for 63 and Queensland were 6-130 after day one of their Shield clash in Brisbane.
NRL draw launch underwhelms amid talks
The NRL will deal with 15 games being played away from clubs' regular grounds in 2023, with the changes due to the home FIFA Women's World Cup.
Seibold, Sea Eagles big losers in NRL draw
Brisbane and Manly have copped the toughest draws in the newly released 2023 NRL schedule, while Cronulla and Canberra are the big winners.
AFLW star Kearney becomes men’s coach
North Melbourne AFLW captain Emma Kearney is to become a men's coach after signing with the Kangaroos in a development role.
Kiwis’ Ferns aim to press NZ’s NRLW case
New Zealand would love nothing more than to prove they deserve a team in the NRLW when they face Australia in the World Cup.
Pakistan crush NZ to reach T20 WC final
Pakistan have become the first team to reach the Twenty20 World Cup final after beating New Zealand by seven wickets in their semi-final at the SCG.
RCG, Hunt return for Kangaroos-Kiwis clash
Reagan Campbell-Gillard will be charged with leading Australia from the front in their Rugby League World Cup semi-final clash with New Zealand.
Gabba off table, Lions in AFLW scramble
Cricket authorities have shut the door on any prospect of the Gabba hosting the AFLW grand final, leaving Brisbane scrambling for a potential venue.
Heat’s Redmayne injured in Perth WBBL win
Perth's WBBL title defence has suffered a blow after they slumped to a 33-run loss to Brisbane, but the Heat's Georgia Redmayne was injured while batting.
Brennan backs Tigers call on AFLW semi
Richmond captain Katie Brennan notes the Tigers earned the right to make the call on where their semi-final against North Melbourne should be played.
Woman ‘feared’ Sri Lankan cricketer
A Sydney woman has said she "feared for her life" during an alleged sexual assault by Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka after they matched on Tinder.
Rugby retains Levi sisters for Paris tilt
Star rugby sevens sisters Maddison and Teagan Levi have resisted a return to the AFLW, remaining in the program until at least the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Schoupp leaves Dogs for Titans’ NRL chance
Originally considered a difference-maker at the Bulldogs, Aaron Schoupp has been allowed to leave the NRL club for an opportunity on the Gold Coast.
Slater convicted, labelled domestic abuser
Former Test cricketer and commentator Michael Slater has been convicted of domestic violence offences, with a magistrate finding little evidence of contrition.
Teenager Kuol buzzing about World Cup
Garang Kuol is buzzing at the prospect of becoming Australia's youngest player at a World Cup as the 18-year-old prepares to travel with the Socceroos to Qatar.
Clarity on future kept Sullivan at Dragons
Jayden Sullivan has revealed how much-needed clarity around his development as a halfback prompted him to withdraw his request release at St George Illawarra.
Lions star Neale sets sights on AFL flag
Brisbane star Lachie Neale has declared the Lions are right in the window to end their AFL premiership drought, saying this group needs to capitalise.
Walters welcomes Broncos’ round one clash against Premiers Penrith
After a horror finish to the 2022 season, Brisbane coach Kevin Walters is relishing a season-opening trip to Penrith to get an early gauge on his squad.
Suns’ Thompson ends injury-plagued career
Gold Coast defender Rory Thompson has retired from the AFL, saying his body has been worn down by persistent knee injuries.
Hastings to battle on at Wests Tigers
Tim Sheens has shot down suggestions Jackson Hastings is on the outer at Wests Tigers as the coach begins pondering spine combinations for 2023.
Wallabies wary of Italy danger game
Australia have never lost to Italy but winger Tom Wright says the Wallabies are blocking out outside noise that it is the easiest Test of their spring tour.
Cheika helps Te’o on NRL coaching path
Redcliffe's new Queensland Cup coach Ben Te'o reached the top in the NRL and rugby as a player with his NRL coaching quest helped by the very best.
Seibold a better coach for tough years
New Manly coach Anthony Seibold insists he is a better, more experienced and well-rounded mentor for his dramas at Brisbane and years out of the NRL.
Australia make winning start in BJK Cup
Singles successes from Storm Sanders and Ajla Tomljanovic have earned Australia a 2-1 win in their Billie Jean King Cup finals opener against Slovakia.
Hawks players agree to inquiry: report
Four players and their families have agreed to be involved with an investigation into the Hawthorn racism allegations, according to a report.
Walters backs Boyd to unlock Walsh’s best
Returned Brisbane tyro Reece Walsh will be mentored by club legend Darius Boyd ahead of the 2023 NRL season where he is expected to dazzle at fullback.
Herbert eyes Smith duel in Aust return
Lucas Herbert has already awarded Cameron Smith the gong as the country's best golfer this year, but says he's ready to take down the world No.3 on home soil.
Anthony Seibold confirmed as Manly coach
After weeks of build-up, Anthony Seibold has been confirmed as the new head coach of embattled NRL side the Manly Sea Eagles.
NRL adamant funding agreement in sight
Andrew Abdo has insisted that there is a clear plan for overdue funding agreements with NRL clubs to be finalised soon after meeting with several CEOs.
Grant excited by Kiwis showdown with Smith
Kangaroo Harry Grant is hoping to get one over his good mate Brandon Smith when the pair face off in the Rugby League World Cup semi-final.