Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal
Scott Drinkwater has signed a three-year deal to join St George Illawarra from 2027 in a major boost for the long-time NRL strugglers.
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AFL sacks appeals board chair, Gawn condemns language
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says players were "embarrassed" by the AFL appeals board verdict declaring offensive language is "commonplace" in the game.
Depleted Broncos cop another blow with Riki ban
Journeyman forward Preston Riki made an impressive club debut in Brisbane's round-eight win but is now facing at least a week on the sidelines.
Hawthorn outshine Suns after ‘baffling’ 50m penalty
Despite a mid-game fright, Hawthorn have done enough to topple Gold Coast, but not all are happy following a controversial 50m penalty.
Aussie Pittar stuns world champion at Margaret River
Australian George Pittar has the chance to claim his maiden World Surf League tour win after making it through to the semi-finals of the Margaret River Pro.
O’Grady brace sends Victory through, Canberra packing
Melbourne Victory have scraped into the A-League Women semis, but their 3-1 win over Canberra United will give next opponents Melbourne City food for thought.
Bumbling Brumbies blown away by Super Hurricanes
Hurricanes winger Fehi Fineanganofo dazzled with four of their seven tries against a hapless Brumbies outfit in a bonus-point Super Round win in Christchurch.
Pendlebury likely to rest up after Anzac Day heroics
Evergreen Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will likely wait an extra week to break the VFL/AFL games record following a remarkable Anzac Day performance.
‘Incredibly frustrating’: Bombers belted on Anzac Day
Essendon's ball use was horrible when the game was on the line and Collingwood made them pay dearly with a record Anzac Day winning margin.
‘Embarrassed’ Dragons thrashed to start new era
Anzac Day has signalled a new era but ended in the same old story as St George Illawarra slumped to a 12th-straight loss in their first game under Dean Young.
Swifts claim derby bragging rights in Giants demolition
The NSW Swifts have overcome their defensive woes to produce a big victory against city rivals Giants and snap a four-game losing streak.
Kijah double gives Brisbane first finals win since 2014
A Kijah Stephenson double inspired Brisbane Roar's 3-0 elimination final win over Adelaide United to set up a two-leg semi against Wellington.
Brave Reds suffer Super golden-point heartbreak
The Queensland Reds came from 12 points down late in their Super Round clash with the Blues, only to lose in golden point after a Beauden Barrett penalty goal.
‘Proud of him’: Reed to hold Dragons’ halfback jersey
Kade Reed has received Dean Young's tick of approval despite St George Illawarra falling to a 62-16 loss in the 20-year-old's NRL debut.
Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL’s top two
A try-scoring double to winger Alofiana Khan-Pereira has helped the Warriors to a thrilling two-point NRL win over the Dolphins in Wellington.
South African shines as Adelaide strike down Lightning
The Adelaide Thunderbirds have defeated the Sunshine Coast Lightning in a tense encounter after some individual brilliance from Elmere van der Berg.
NZ’s clinical Black Ferns hand Wallaroos a wooden spoon
The Wallaroos have had to cop a third Pacific Four Series wooden spoon in five years following a 30th straight loss to New Zealand's Black Ferns.
Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne
Coach Craig Bellamy says the Storm's loss to South Sydney is the most embarrassing of his long and storied career, with Souths claiming a 48-6 win.
Glory great Risdon bows out in style with win over Roar
Perth Glory have given their retiring legend Josh Risdon the perfect send-off, beating Brisbane Roar 2-1 in his farewell match.
Storm set for changes as Bellamy makes grim prediction
With Jahrome Hughes already ruled out due to concussion, Craig Bellamy is planning line-up changes to Melbourne, saying he wants players who will "have a go."
Mariners ‘can’t be diminished’: coach on ALM ownership
With his one-season chapter at Central Coast wrapped up, outgoing coach Warren Moon is optimistic about ownership talks for the embattled A-League Men club.
Man City reach FA Cup final as Arsenal go top of EPL
While Man City were reaching another FA Cup final with a Wembley comeback, Arsenal have taken the chance to return to the top of the Premier League.
Cummins back in style as Ricky’s blasters break record
Pat Cummins has returned to cricket - and winning ways - in the IPL after four months out with injury while Ricky Ponting's Punjab Kings went on a record blitz.
Why there is hope for Aussies after not-so Super Round
New Zealand teams occupy the top four spots on the ladder approaching the pointy end of the Super Rugby season after a Kiwi shut-out in Christchurch.
Leilua suspension adds to winless Dragons’ woes
Luciano Leilua has received a one-match ban from the NRL match review committee in yet another blow for last-placed St George Illawarra.
Aussie beats Brazil’s fab four for first WSL title
Australian George Pittar has claimed his first World Surf League event, beating Brazilian great Gabriel Medina in the final of WA's Margaret River Pro.
Pasifika soar high but Highlanders pluck Super win
Moana Pasifika's former Brisbane Broncos talent Israel Leota improved his stocks with a spectacular try on rugby's Super Round main stage in Christchurch.
Edwards sends Origin reminder as Panthers belt Knights
Penrith remain ensconced atop the NRL ladder after comfortably defeating Newcastle at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Mavericks into fourth with thrilling win over Firebirds
The Queensland Firebirds have been left counting the cost of a late non-call after suffering a one-goal home loss to the Melbourne Mavericks.
Drua blow their chance to add Chiefs’ Super scalp
The Fijian Drua were in the arm-wrestle against the Chiefs before some forgettable moments blew open the contest to complete Christchurch's Super Round.
Lions destroy Crows with statement win at the Gabba
The reigning premiers may be a couple of games off the pace but showed why they are still the team to beat this season with a gaping home win over Adelaide.