Maroons win epic Origin decider over NSW
Queensland have beaten NSW 22-12 in a pulsating State of Origin series decider in front of 52,385 fans at Suncorp Stadium.
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Maroons overcome early Origin carnage
Both teams suffered but it was Queensland who found a way to glory after a brutal opening to the Origin decider which left three players out of the game.
Barty supporting Cameron Smith at the Open
Former tennis world No.1 Ash Barty is in St Andrews and lending her support to fellow Queenslander Cameron Smith as he prepares for the 150th Britsh Open.
Sydney FC land first overseas recruit
Sydney FC have secured the signature of Spanish defender Diego Caballo on a two-year deal.
Wallabies tip Tupou to improve in decider
Wallabies forwards coach Dan McKellar expects Taniela Tupou to be better in the final Test against England, his second game back after a long injury lay-off.
Leishman’s unfinished business at the Open
A wretchedly unlucky runner-up in 2015, Australian golf star Marc Leishman has returned to St Andrews with unfinished business to tend to at the British Open.
Ill Durbridge added to Games cycling team
Australian cyclist Luke Durbridge was announced as a late addition to the Commonwealth Games team on the same day COVID-19 forced him out of the Tour de France.
Star Panther to keep copying NBA legend
Ahead of his 150th game, Penrith prop forward James Fisher-Harris has revealed that he models his approach to the NRL on the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
COVID-hit Lions set to regain up to eight
The Brisbane Lions could regain as many as eight players for this Saturday's clash with GWS, with five having recovered from a bout of COVID-19.
Bulldogs’ Smith seeking AFL redemption
Bailey Smith will return for the Western Bulldogs in the AFL crunch clash St Kilda after sitting out the Dogs' last four matches through suspension.
Moses, Papali’i talks continue at Eels
The Eels are currently negotiating the terms of a new deal that would keep Mitch Moses at the club for life but the future of Isaiah Papali'i is less clear cut.
Blight urges Clarkson to coach Kangaroos
North Melbourne great Malcolm Blight believes the Kangaroos are ideally placed for Alastair Clarkson to mould the battling AFL club into premiership contention.
Scott throws support behind Greg Norman
Adam Scott has joined compatriot Marc Leishman in claiming besieged countryman Greg Norman should have been allowed to attend the 150th British Open.
Sironen backs Blues to overcome Origin decider hoodoo against Queensland
NSW must look to past State of Origin wins in Brisbane as guidance in how to stop Queensland on their home turf.
Tiger, Rory happy with Open’s Norman snub
Golf titans Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy say they agree with the R&A's decision to revoke Greg Norman's invitation to the 150th British Open celebrations.
Maker dominant in Boomers’ Asia Cup opener
Thon Maker made his presence felt with 23 points and eight rebounds in the Boomers' 78-60 defeat of Jordan to begin their Asia Cup defence.
Three-game NRL ban for Smith’s ref blast
The NRL judiciary has banned Melbourne hooker Brandon Smith for three matches for calling referee Adam Gee a "cheating bastard" in their loss to Cronulla.
Blues bench holds key to Origin battle
Brad Fittler will be banking on his interchange to turn the screw and guide NSW to victory in Wednesday's Origin decider.
Dearden, Nanai earn Qld Origin moments
Tom Dearden will debut on the biggest rugby league stage, while his North Queensland teammate Jeremiah Nanai looms as an ace up the Maroons' sleeve.
Utility Nikorima heading to NRL’s Dolphins
Kodi Nikorima has signed to join NRL newcomers the Dolphins for two years starting with their inaugural 2023 campaign.
Rabbitohs back to their best: Walker
South Sydney veteran Cody Walker says the Rabbitohs have shaken off their turbulent start to the NRL season once and for all.
GWS midfielder Hopper set for AFL return
GWS midfielder Jacob Hopper will play AFL for the first time since round one this weekend, having finally recovered from a long-term knee complaint.
Panthers to rest all their Origin players
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has chosen to rest all seven of his players involved in Wednesday's State of Origin decider from the club's Sunday NRL game.
History no help in Origin decider: Slater
Queensland coach Billy Slater won't hear of his side's historical dominance in State of Origin deciders, insisting his players need to earn the result.
Wallabies vow to meet England physicality
Halfback Nic White says the Wallabies must match England's physicality early in the deciding Test in Sydney on Saturday if they are to win the series.
NSW’s Fittler, Tedesco eye Origin history
NSW aim to seal their fourth series win under Brad Fittler on Wednesday knowing beating the Maroons on home soil in a decider shapes as the biggest test.
Feldt backs Cowboys’ mental strength
A gruelling preseason and being pushed to their mental limits is the backbone of North Queensland's success this season, says winger Kyle Feldt.
Victory land Portuguese star Nani for ALM
Melbourne Victory have signed ex-Manchester United and Portugal winger Nani as their marquee for the 2022-23 A-League Men's season.
Slater coy as ‘biggest occasion’ looms
Billy Slater has remained unusually coy ahead of Wednesday's State of Origin decider, where the Maroons will go to battle without key player Cameron Munster.
Noble sacked as North Melbourne AFL coach
David Noble has been axed as coach of struggling AFL club North Melbourne.
Galle loss offers insight for McDonald
Australia will place more bearing on their results from Sri Lanka and Pakistan when picking a team for India in 2023 than from the looming home summer.