Could an 18-year-old debutant provide the spark that reignites the Western Bulldogs’ AFL premiership defence? It’s a lot of pressure to place on the league’s youngest player but Lewis Young …
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart has slammed Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson, saying they should have been banned from State of Origin four years ago. The former Canberra teammates, who …
When Christian Lealiifano was diagnosed with leukaemia, Scott Sio never doubted his close mate would make an inspirational return to rugby. The Brumbies have named Lealiifano on the bench for …
He’s the attacking x-factor that just might get Penrith’s finals push over the line. Panthers second-rower Bryce Cartwright will make his anticipated return to action when he turns out for …
NSW prop Andrew Fifita wasn’t aware of plans to start him on the bench in the State of Origin decider, according to Cronulla teammate Luke Lewis. The experienced Lewis and …
Australian-raised tennis star Johanna Konta has insisted she is a British athlete after her nationality was questioned by BBC presenter John Humphrys. On BBC Radio 4’s Today program, the veteran …
Collingwood skipper Scott Pendlebury’s return date to the AFL remains unknown after he underwent surgery on a broken finger. The veteran midfielder had a pin and small plate inserted in …
Even when Sydney reached their lowest ebb, a board intervention was never an option for Swans chairman Andrew Pridham. Six straight losses to open this AFL season — the Swans’ …
Former Wallaby Rod Kafer wants Australian rugby to shed its predictability and return to its innovative ways. Currently a television rugby analyst, Kafer has also taken on an ARU coaching …
For the second time this season, Harley Balic has been stood down from playing duties by his AFL side Fremantle. The second-year player has been given indefinite leave by the …
Melbourne fans are set to see a familiar face in the Kangaroos No.1 jersey for the opening World Cup match at AAMI Park on October 27. Australia coach Mal Meninga …
Newcastle recruit Shaun Kenny-Dowall admits he has to repay the lifeline the Knights have thrown him when he makes his club debut against former club Sydney Roosters on Friday. A …
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge hopes a brief glimpse of form will remind his side what they can achieve at their best. A week after being thrashed by Adelaide, the …
Australia coach Mal Meninga has jumped to the defence of NSW Origin pair Josh Dugan and Blake Ferguson after revelations of their pub visit during camp. Scrutiny of the Blues’ …
Shaun Kenny-Dowall has been named to make his Newcastle debut in Friday’s NRL clash with former club Sydney Roosters. The injury-hit Sydney Roosters have pencilled in Connor Watson to start …
Greater Western Sydney have been lacking intent and contested ball strength for the past month of the AFL season, Giants half-back Zac Williams has said. Williams made the frank admission …
Forgotten NSW hooker Peter Wallace refuses to give up hope of a dream return to State of Origin despite injury robbing him of a fairytale comeback this year. Two months …
Long-serving Hawthorn forward Luke Breust says his “inspirational” coach Alastair Clarkson deserves every plaudit he gets ahead of his milestone AFL match. Clarkson hits 300 games as coach of the …
