Bullets fired up ahead of new NBL season
Aron Baynes is among the high-profile arrivals to this season's NBL, with Brisbane coach James Duncan challenging his players to match the NBA star's standards.
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Dynasty or drought-breaker in NRL decider
Parramatta and Penrith face differing challenges in the NRL decider: One with the pressure of the game's longest drought and the other vying to defend a title.
NRL’s Eels a perfect fit for Simonsson
Parramatta's Bailey Simonsson has recalled the moment he knew moving from Canberra to the Eels ahead of the 2022 season was the right decision.
Hynes’ Dally M justifies coach’s prophecy
Nicho Hynes has said he thought Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon was crazy when he told him he could win Dally M this year. Now that prediction is a reality.
Five Aus-based players in Scots’ WC squad
Scotland have named five Australian-based players in their squad for the upcoming World Cup.
Hynes claims record NRL Dally M Medal haul
Nicho Hynes has claimed the NRL's Dally M Medal, with the Cronulla halfback's 38 votes the most in the award's history.
Hunt rejects latest St George offer but still likely to be a Dragon in 2023
Ben Hunt insists he can still get a deal done with St George Illawarra before the World Cup, despite knocking back the NRL club's latest offer.
Jewell shines as Tigers grab Cup win
A hard-hitting Caleb Jewell led the way as Tasmania made a perfect start to their summer with a stunning One-Day Cup rout of South Australia.
Munster’s Storm redemption leads to gong
Twelve months ago Cameron Munster thought his Storm contract could be torn up but the Melbourne five-eighth has now won the club's player-of-the-year award.
Distressed Clarkson fears for fair process
Alastair Clarkson has hinted he might take legal action to protect his reputation if the investigation into racism allegations levelled against him aren't just.
Bullets’ Baynes out to prove he’s worthy
Ahead of an NBL debut with Brisbane, Aron Baynes wants to prove he's still the player he was before a mysterious incident left him unable to walk.
Hawks’ Gunston to join Lions as free agent
Hawthorn forward Jack Gunston will join Brisbane as an unrestricted free agent, while Richmond midfielder Jack Graham has visited Port Adelaide's headquarters.
Qld Reds to trial rugby rule refinements
Queensland Reds are to spearhead the potential introduction of fine-tuned rugby laws, in an effort to speed up the game and facilitate more ball-in-play.
Sattler: 2003 tackle has lessons for today
Penrith's 2003 grand final hero Scott Sattler says the Panthers are masters at winning the little battles, as he did with his famous game-changing tackle.
Second-phase Eels key for NRL showpiece
Parramatta's ability to present second-phase opportunities and keep their offload game going at record rates could be crucial in the NRL grand final.
Edwards could be Penrith’s all-time No.1
Dylan Edwards has never been one to talk himself up, but others can make the case for him to be anointed as Penrith's finest ever NRL fullback.
Brother’s death won’t deter boxer Johnson
Cherneka Johnson's preparation for her world super bantamweight title defence was rocked by her brother's death but the Brisbane boxer says she will be ready.
Geelong AFL captain Selwood retires
Days after claiming his fourth AFL premiership, Geelong captain Joel Selwood has brought his brilliant career to a close.
Training ring-in Sivo could haunt Penrith
Maika Sivo will be trying to help Parramatta to a drought-breaking premiership in the NRL grand final, but the winger has Penrith to thank for his NRL career.
Ukraine conflict in Cleary’s thoughts
Nathan Cleary has detailed how he has played this NRL season with one eye on the conflict in Ukraine, desperate to find out more about his roots to the country.
Leniu relief after deja vu had him see red
Penrith prop Spencer Leniu has revealed how he feared he would miss another chance to play an NRL grand final in Sydney after being hit high by Taane Milne.
Opals beat Japan, finish top of WC pool
The Opals have recorded a 71-54 win over Japan to finish top of Group B at the World Cup and avoid the prospect of meeting the USA before the tournament final.
Edwards adamant trainer beef is a mix-up
Dylan Edwards has insisted Penrith trainer Peter Green was talking to him and not sledging South Sydney forward Jed Cartwright in the NRL preliminary final.
Kenny backs Brown to spark Eels’ GF tilt
Parramatta legend Brett Kenny is more than ready to relinquish his record as the only Eels five-eighth to have won a first-grade title.
Lions skipper Zorko to play on in 2023 AFL
Brisbane's Dayne Zorko will play on in 2023 after confirming a one-year extension at the AFL club he's captained since 2018.
Salmon’s shock over Stuart slur
Jaeman Salmon says he was shocked and confused by Ricky Stuart's post-match spray last month, where the Penrith utility was labelled a "weak-gutted dog".
Edwards, Hynes lead chase for Dally M
Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards and Cronulla playmaker Nicho Hynes loom as strong contenders for the Dally M Medal on Wednesday night.
Parramatta declare Cleary pressure crucial
Parramatta are desperate to find ways to pile pressure on master-kicker Nathan Cleary in the NRL grand final.
Luai’s promise after family’s GF sacrifice
Jarome Luai has revealed his aim to bring an NRL premiership ring home for his partner after their new baby's birth was induced to avoid a grand final clash.
A-League Men hit restart button again
It is Groundhog Day for the A-League Men competition which is once again looking to reset and kick on without COVID-19 holding it back.
Eels hand Brown recall for NRL grand final
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has thrown an NRL grand final curveball by recalling unwanted forward Nathan Brown.