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Manly utility forward Ligi Sao has escaped a ban for his dangerous throw on North Queensland’s Michael Morgan. At the NRL judiciary on Wednesday night, Sao was found not guilty …

Western Bulldogs president Peter Gordon has renewed calls for a third AFL stadium in Melbourne, putting Whitten Oval up as an option. The Bulldogs’ training base enjoyed a $20 million …

A fortnight after backing Gary Ballance “to the hilt”, England axed the underperforming batsman. He was replaced by Jonny Bairstow in the 13-man squad announced for the third Ashes Test, …

David Warner has the message now – that there is no need to attack Moeen Ali when you can sit back and wait for the bad balls. England have struggled …

David Warner has implored Chris Rogers to shelve retirement plans. He has also expressed bemusement at English reports claiming he and Australian Test opening partner Rogers don’t like each other. …

Melbourne NRL coach Craig Bellamy is backing his side to make themselves at home in the New Zealand city of Napier when they take on St George-Illawarra on Saturday. Melbourne …

Davis Cup captain Wally Masur has taken some responsibility for Nick Kyrgios’ much-criticised performance in Australia’s Davis Cup tie against Kazakhstan. Kyrgios exclaimed loudly: “I don’t want to be here” …

Collingwood will rely on a cobbled together forward line as they attempt to snap a four-game losing run this weekend. With Travis Cloke (calf) and Jamie Elliott (back) sidelined, the …

The NRL has confirmed the number of interchanges will be cut from 10 to eight and a shot clock for line dropouts and scrums will be introduced from next season. …

Manly forward Ligi Sao will risk a two-match NRL ban when he fights his charge at the judiciary on Wednesday night in a bid to escape suspension. Sao was hit …

Richard Graham has vowed to fight to remain Queensland Reds coach after being told he must re-apply for his job. The Reds are expected to appoint their head coach in …

Mick Price credits a beach environment as the key to the recent city-winning form of Pilly’s Wish. The four-year-old holds a nomination for the Bletchingly Stakes on Saturday but Price …

Golden Slipper winner Vancouver is the favourite to add Sydney’s first Group One race of the season to his resume. The TAB has installed the unbeaten Gai Waterhouse-trained colt at …

Vet Tom Brennan has made a number of admissions to stewards in NSW and Victoria in the latest twist to racing’s cobalt saga. Brennan, a partner at the Flemington Equine …

A light lead-up is on the agenda for imported galloper Our Ivanhowe who could attempt the Caulfield Cup at just his second run from a spell. The German-bred import is …

In-form jockey Brad Pengelly has been rewarded for his hard work since his comeback with the ride on Kingdoms at the Sunshine Coast on Saturday. Kingdoms will be taking his …

Newcastle star Dane Gagai will undergo further cardiology tests in the hope of playing against South Sydney on Saturday night, a week after being taken to hospital during the Knights’ …

Geelong coach Chris Scott has pledged that the club’s ageing premiership heroes will be accorded due respect and sentiment when the difficult calls are made on their playing futures. The …