Wade secures T20 win against Sri Lanka
Wicketkeeper Matthew Wade has lifted Australia out of trouble and to a gritty three-wicket win against Sri Lanka in the second match of their Twenty20 series.
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Slater’s Maroons coaching begins with bang
Queensland began life under new head coach Billy Slater with a gritty performance studded with flashpoints of impressive skill.
NSW on back foot after opening Origin loss
NSW will need to wind the clock back to 1994 in order to win the State of Origin series after losing the opening game to Queensland on home turf.
Qld rookies shine, leaders seal Origin win
Queensland's first-timers made their mark before their established stars led them to a series-opening State of Origin win in Sydney on Wednesday night.
Munster stars as Maroons win Origin opener
Queensland have beaten NSW 16-10 to claim the State of Origin series opener and notch their first win in Sydney since 2017, with Cameron Munster starring.
‘I won’t quit the PGA Tour’ – Mickelson
Phil Mickelson says he won't quit the PGA Tour as he prepares to make his golf comeback at the Greg Norman-fronted LIV Golf Invitational Series.
Tigers name stars, debutant for Port clash
First-year midfielder Judson Clarke is one of three inclusions for Richmond, who take on Port Adelaide in the opening game of round 13 in the AFL.
Robbie Kruse to leave Melbourne Victory
Melbourne Victory have announced that former Socceroo Robbie Kruse will be leaving the A-League Men club.
Ashmore, Bateman headline AFLW trades
North Melbourne pair Kaitlyn Ashmore and Daisy Bateman have left the club on a busy final day of the AFLW sign and trade period.
Tonumaipea returns from rugby to Storm
Melbourne Rebels winger Young Tonumaipea has been given a train and trial contract with the Melbourne Storm, where he started his NRL career back in 2014.
Dockers want to contend for years to come
Fremantle have shot into flag contention this year following a stunning 9-3 start to the year, but the AFL club doesn't want its success to be short lived.
Dockers stand by tough stance on Frederick
Fremantle goalsneak Michael Frederick will miss Saturday's AFL clash with Hawthorn after being suspended for drinking alcohol during a shortened break.
Lions at the Gabba a yardstick: Ratten
St Kilda coach Brett Ratten says taking on heavyweights Brisbane on their home turf will give his team a test of their genuine AFL flag credentials.
Tigers retain AFL fear factor: Hinkley
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says Richmond still have a fear factor ahead of Thursday night's clash of the AFL clubs.
Qld and NSW bridge divide with Origin bet
A wager made by the premiers of Queensland and NSW will make this year's State of Origin hard to forget for fans of the losing side.
Cleary’s dig at Dolphins over recruitment
Ivan Cleary has taken a tongue-in-cheek swipe at the Dolphins, claiming the NRL's newest franchise treat Penrith as if it is their own backyard for recruitment.
Gawn embarrassed by Dees teammates’ fight
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says he is embarrassed by teammates Steven May and Jake Melksham's "horrible act'" of brawling in a restaurant.
Ray Warren comfortable on couch for Origin
Ray Warren will spend his first State of Origin on his couch at home since 1989, talking at his TV rather than calling the match to millions of Australians.
Hrustic fires Roos to WC play-off win
Goals from Jackson Irvine and Ajdin Hrustic have fired the Socceroos to a 2-1 win in their World Cup play-off against the UAE in Qatar.
Starc injured in Australians’ T20 win
Josh Hazlewood and David Warner starred in Australia's Twenty20 thrashing of Sri Lanka, but Mitchell Starc suffered a finger injury and will miss Game 2.
Slater, Thurston endure nervous Origin eve
Queensland's all-star coaching cast endured a nervous State of Origin eve knowing it's their new-look squad, not them, that will control the outcome in Sydney.
Hazlewood powers Aussies to T20 win v SL
Australia have dominated the opening Twenty20 against Sri Lanka, with Josh Hazlewood producing an electric spell of 4-16 and David Warner smashing 70 not out.
Abbott hurt, leaves Australia’s T20 tour
Fast bowler Sean Abbott is heading back to Australia after fracturing a finger at training ahead of the first Twenty20 against Sri Lanka in Colombo.
Freo hit Frederick with one-game ban
Michael Frederick, one of the reasons for Fremantle's form surge this season, will serve a club suspension this weekend for drinking alcohol on a six-day break.
NRL’s turbulent Tuesday sparks coach race
After two coaches were sacked on Tuesday, the race to become an NRL head coach has never been more open.
Blues aim to seize Origin home ground edge
The winning team in Origin I often goes on to win the series and, as they play their first Game I at home since 2016, NSW aim to use it to their advantage.
Brumbies ‘licking lips’ for Eden Park semi
Brumbies prop James Slipper says his side is far from daunted as it heads to Eden Park to battle the Blues for a spot in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-final.
NSW ready to take Origin grind to Maroons
One year after blowing Queensland off the park in State of Origin I, NSW are preparing to grind their way to victory over the Maroons in the 2022 series-opener.
Daisy Pearce to join Cats’ coaching staff
Melbourne captain Daisy Pearce will join Geelong's coaching ranks as part of an AFL women's coach acceleration program after she retires from the AFLW.
Bolter Cotter’s crucial Qld Origin role
Limiting Isaah Yeo's impact at lock for NSW will be rookie Maroons talent Reuben Cotter's crucial State of Origin role.
Origin scene for Kangaroos No.7 battle
Incumbent Kangaroos No.7 Daly Cherry-Evans can peg back Nathan Cleary's charge for his green and gold jersey with a good State of Origin showing.