Ex-Wallabies star Genia makes surprise call at 37
Former Wallabies captain Will Genia is weighing up his future after finishing up a six-year stint in Japanese rugby and is open to offers.
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AFL poaches Sydney Swans administrator for key role
Sydney administrator Tom Harley looms as the AFL's next boss after being appointed as chief executive Andrew Dillon's second-in-command.
Luai answers Blues’ SOS call for State of Origin II
Jarome Luai has arrived in NSW's State of Origin camp only hours after an injury struck down one of the team's most crucial players.
Ashcroft’s approach to overcoming Lions’ late wobbles
The Brisbane Lions, now battling their own fourth-quarter issues, haven't watched a replay of last year's remarkable semi-final comeback defeat of GWS.
Lions ‘heartbeat’ back as Giants sweat on skipper
Brisbane's Brandon Starcevich and Melbourne's Jack Viney are both set to return to AFL action after extended stints on the sidelines because of concussion.
Tupou set to fire up and tame the Lions, say Wallabies
Taniela Tupou's teammates are tipping the powerhouse prop to hit top gear during the Wallabies' three-Test series against the touring British and Irish Lions.
Dropped DCE has little to prove, but data says Manly do
Manly's Jekyll-and-Hyde status is rammed home by their away form against low-ranked teams since August 2024. They must overturn the trend on the Gold Coast.
To’o backed to be fit but Blues keep Kiraz on stand-by
Jacob Kiraz will remain on stand-by for State of Origin II as NSW winger Brian To'o tries to beat a hamstring injury.
Fiji set to challenge Wallabies before Lions series
Fiji have named a formidable squad for a Test against the Wallabies next month in Newcastle.
Setback for Sydney Roosters gun as comeback delayed
Sam Walker is expected to miss the round-15 clash against Newcastle after going down with injury at Sydney Roosters training.
Crows coach laments ‘unfair’ report involving veteran
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he has checked in with Taylor Walker and expressed pride in him in the wake of an "unfair" report.
Up to Australia’s bowlers again in WTC title defence
South Africa will need to post the biggest total of the match to successfully chase down Australia's target in the World Test Championship final at Lord's.
Trindall puts Sharks’ season on track in crucial win
Braydon Trindall has scored a double and had a role in one other try as Cronulla came from 12 points down to beat St George Illawarra 30-18.
Swim king Chalmers plans to feast while he can
Two big guns differed in reaction to their latest swims while an Australian record of Ariarne Titmus was broken at the selection trials for the world titles.
Bulldogs expect star Darcy will cop physical treatment
Western Bulldogs young gun Sam Darcy returned from injury with a bang against St Kilda as his coach put physical attention from opponents in the spotlight.
Flanagan bewildered by costly Dragons kick-off penalty
St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan says he was "amazed" at some of the refereeing decisions suffered by his side in their loss to local-rivals Cronulla.
Life keeps getting better for breakout NSW prop
Max King didn't even contemplate donning a NSW Blues jersey in State of Origin II six weeks ago, such has been his meteoric rise.
Winging it: Holmes, Maroons search for best in the west
Valentine Holmes admits it's only natural to fear for your State of Origin future after a heavy loss, but thinks he and the Maroons will respond in Perth.
Great Scott in the mix, stars fail ‘brutal’ major test
Adam Scott is the leading Australian, four shots behind American leader JJ Spaun, after what Bryson DeChambeau dubbed a 'brutal' opening day at the US Open.
Gold Coast Titans extend contract of young star
The Gold Coast Titans have extended the contract of young star Jojo Fifita by another two years.
Back to future ‘excites’ Carrigan on Maroons benching
Queensland regular Pat Carrigan has been demoted to the bench but his mighty Maroons debut in 2022 has him enthused about what he can contribute.
Threats and $50k bets set chaotic Kambosos scene
The fuse has been lit ahead of George Kambosos Jnr's return to Madison Square Garden in a wild press conference with world champion Richardson Hitchins.
‘Revenge and redemption’ on Giants’ Gabba menu
After coughing up a 44-point lead to lose last year's semi-final to the Brisbane Lions, don't try telling GWS star Sam Taylor the rematch is just another game.
Moses expected to miss rest of Origin series
Five-eighth Mitch Moses looks set to miss the third State of Origin match as well as the second following an injury suffered in NSW camp.
Refs have inherent bias against lower teams: Tigers CEO
Wests Tigers chief executive Shane Richardson has claimed the NRL's referees are less likely to award penalties to struggling teams.
Depth test for Cowboys, Dolphins with key losses
North Queensland will be without their Origin big guns, but two major inclusions have them ready to host the injury-hit Dolphins with confidence.
Cats coach plays down returning star’s meeting
Geelong's Bailey Smith will return from injury against Essendon and coach Chris Scott has played down his star recruit's meeting with AFL chief Andrew Dillon.
‘Car crash’ scrap shows North young gun is OK: Clarkson
North Melbourne defeated West Coast in a thriller, but the George Wardlaw's output and role remain major talking points ahead of a clash with Fremantle.
Syd-Hob changes after deaths, helmets remain optional
The organisation that administers the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race has finished its report into the tragic 2024 edition of the event.
Knights halfback has a point to prove in NRL recall
Off-contract halfback Jackson Hastings has finally cracked into the Newcastle side and will be out to remind coach Adam O'Brien of his quality.
Victory young gun seals German Bundesliga switch
Kasey Bos's breakout season with Melbourne Victory earned the young defender a Socceroos call-up and now a move to one of the world's best leagues.