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Wallabies cult hero Nick Cummins says he’s had to put aside his dream of playing in next year’s Rugby World Cup to provide immediate certainty for his sick family. Nicknamed …

Western Force coach Michael Foley has taken a swipe at Queensland counterpart Richard Graham, suggesting he should concern himself with the pressure his underperforming team is under rather than worry …

Test quick Ryan Harris says he’s progressing well following knee surgery and has resumed running. The 34-year-old paceman went under the knife after bowling Australia to victory in the third …

It’s their first taste of defeat in a long time and Queensland don’t like it. Their remarkable eight-year State of Origin streak over, the Maroons are planning to show NSW …

Adelaide trainer Ken Sweeney has been biding his time with Group One-placed sprinter Riziz, waiting for Saturday’s Group Three Sir John Monash Stakes. Riziz, third in the Group One Goodwood …

Gerald Ryan admits he is still learning about new stable acquisition Oakfield Commands but his instincts tell him he should be able to handle the 1350 metres of the Civic …

Coach Michael Cheika says his NSW Waratahs face a test of character against the high-flying Highlanders on Sunday as Super Rugby’s ultimate under-achievers strive to finally live up to expectations. …

Cooper Cronk’s recovery from a broken arm is an inspiration to the entire Queensland squad, teammate Greg Inglis says. Cronk’s amazing return to Queensland’s line-up for next week’s State of …

In-demand apprentice Serg Lisnyy isn’t ready to give up on his goal of winning this season’s Sydney junior jockeys’ title. In a season punctuated with suspension, Lisnyy will miss two …

NSW five-eighth Josh Reynolds believes a lack of superstars is at the heart of the Blues’ drought-ending State of Origin series win. In addition to eight successive series losses being …

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper says Australia will be just fine for wingers at next year’s Rugby World Cup despite losing Test incumbent Nick Cummins. The Australian Rugby Union on Friday …

GWS Giants coach Leon Cameron expects Toby Greene to be nervous in his AFL comeback against Adelaide, but says the midfielder is in a good head space after serving a …

Inspired South Sydney teammates are convinced rugby-bound Sam Burgess is on a mission to “go out with a bang” and lead the Rabbitohs to NRL premiership glory. Burgess is the …

Newcastle back-rower Beau Scott admits the Knights’ players have no idea if Wayne Bennett will be coaching them next NRL season. Bennett did have a year left on his contract, …

Essendon coach Mark Thompson has challenged veteran forward Paul Chapman to prove he can be a star at a lesser club. Thompson coached Geelong to the 2007 and 2009 AFL …

Red Bull Racing’s championship-chasing duo are confident they can find improvement in their cars to challenge in the V8 Supercars round in Townsville. Ahead of Saturday’s two 125km races, Jamie …

St George Illawarra halfback Benji Marshall says he has cut the razzle dazzle from his game and is no longer trying to play like a young man. Marshall had his …

A trip to Sydney has toughened up delicate stayer Eight’s A Party as he prepares to tackle the 3200 metres of Saturday’s Queensland Cup at Eagle Farm. After three early-season …