Mum’s lie that kept Origin star on track
Ryan Matterson's mum was told her son may never play rugby league again at age 18, but he will make his State of Origin debut for NSW off the bench in Game I.
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Way opens for marquee stars in U-19 Origin
The NRL will allow the likes of Sam Walker, Tyrell Sloan, Reece Walsh and Xavier Savage to play in under-19s State of Origin under new rules.
Bulldogs’ Marshall-King to join Dolphins
Jeremy Marshall-King has become the latest player to take up a deal with the Dolphins, with the Canterbury hooker signing a two-year deal at the Redcliffe club.
Origin-hit Panthers brace for Bulldogs
Penrith lost their Origin-affected round last year but captains Isaah Yeo and Nathan Cleary say those stepping up to NRL will be a match for Canterbury.
Caslick inspires new era of sevens stars
Australian women's rugby sevens coach Tim Walsh is excited about his side's Commonwealth Games prospects after securing a drought-breaking World Series title.
Thorn wants 23-man Reds to upset Crusaders
The Queensland Reds say they can't afford another slow start against the Crusaders when the two teams meet again in Friday's Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final.
Grant-Hunt Maroons connection runs deep
Harry Grant, once a tee boy for Ben Hunt in a team coached by his dad, will share the hooking duties with his Yeppoon mate in Wednesday's Origin opener.
Longmuir defends Fyfe’s return via WAFL
North Melbourne great Wayne Carey says it's ridiculous to send Nat Fyfe to the WAFL this weekend, but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir disagrees.
Bulldogs find mojo ahead of Cats AFL test
The Western Bulldogs are chasing a fourth-straight AFL win when they take on Geelong, with both sides looking to cement their positions in the top-eight.
‘Queen’ Sam Stosur keen to mentor next gen
It could be Sam Stosur's last year in tennis - but the popular and evergreen Australian may still have a big part to play in the nation's tennis future.
Rowles hungry for more after Roos debut
Defender Kye Rowles has capped off a big week, making his Socceroos debut as Australia warmed up for their World Cup play-off with a win over Jordan.
Joyous Ukraine keep World Cup dream alive
Ukraine's dream of reaching the World Cup finals is still alive after they beat Scotland in their play-off semi-final
Work to do for Roos despite friendly win
Socceroos coach Graham Arnold admits there's work to do after Australia warmed-up for next week's World Cup play-off with a 2-1 friendly win over Jordan.
Cilic to face Ruud in French Open semis
Croatian Marin Cilic has clinched his first French Open semi-final place with a five-set triumph over Russian Andrey Rublev.
Blues hand AFL lifeline to ex-Roo Durdin
Carlton have snared former Kangaroo Sam Durdin and ex-Bulldogs midfielder Will Hayes at the AFL's mid-season draft.
Tino, Haas poised to renew Origin rivalry
Queensland's Tino Fa'asuamaleaui says he's ready to play in the front-row in next week's State of Origin opener, and resume hostilities with NSW's Payne Haas.
Swiatek into semis with 33rd win in a row
Iga Swiatek has made it 33 wins on the trot, beating Jessica Pegula to set up a French Open semi-final with Daria Kasatkina.
Eagles nab Culley in AFL mid-season draft
West Coast have selected Jai Culley with pick No.1 in the AFL mid-season draft, while North Melbourne snared Kallan Dawson with the second pick.
Swans star Franklin’s striking ban stands
AFL superstar Lance Franklin has failed to overturn his one-game ban for striking Richmond's Trent Cotchin and will miss the Sydney Swans' round-12 match.
Wu, 14yo Petrov set for Games diving berth
Melissa Wu and her 14-year-old diving partner Charli Petrov have all but sealed Commonwealth Games selection with 10m platform synchro victory at the trials.
Folau faces social media curbs with Tonga
Soon to return to international rugby with Tonga, Israel Folau will face social media restrictions, along with his teammates, says coach Toutai Kefu.
Roos’ Stephenson in the mix for AFL recall
Jaidyn Stephenson is back in the AFL mix at North Melbourne but coach David Noble says the VFL's standard made it hard to show he'd lifted his intensity.
Aussie coach McDonald to miss Tour start
New Australian cricket coach Andrew McDonald will miss the start of the upcoming tour of Sri Lanka after testing positive for COVID-19.
Titmus, McKeon seek level playing pool on transgender issue
Australia's swimming stars have put their faith in FINA to create a fair playing field after American swimmer Lia Thomas declared her Olympic intent.
Titmus manages duel, eyes fun Comm Games
Ariarne Titmus admits her running battle with Katie Ledecky is one that needs managing as she instead looks to enjoy another Commonwealth Games campaign.
Knights poach NRLW premiership-winner
Newcastle have signed prop Hannah Southwell, with the NSW Women's State of Origin player crossing from NRLW premiers Sydney.
Raiders’ Tapine setting high standards
Raiders forward Joe Tapine is in career-best form, but he'll get a big test this weekend in the form of the Sydney Roosters forward pack.
Manly lands new CEO in ex-player Mestrov
Former Manly player Tony Mestrov has been appointed as the NRL club's new chief executive, becoming the sixth person to hold the role in the past eight years.
League broadcast icon Ray Warren retires
Legendary rugby league commentator Ray Warren has confirmed his retirement, the 78-year-old opting not to return for next week's State of Origin series opener.
Origin snub no surprise to Titan Brimson
Gold Coast's AJ Brimson says he wasn't surprised to be overlooked for Queensland's State of Origin squad, with his own NRL form not matching that of rivals.
Staggs takes long road to Origin debut
Kotoni Staggs has been one of the NRL's most entertaining prospects for the last two seasons but injury has denied him a chance of playing State of Origin.