To the best of State of Origin hopeful Cameron McInnes’ knowledge, there is no shootout between he and Damien Cook for the NSW No.9 jersey. Nor does he know Apisai …
Continue reading ‘Hermit’ McInnes unaware of Origin talkJordie Barrett will make his maiden first-class appearance at outside centre as his Hurricanes joined the Crusaders in naming a weakened team for their Super Rugby blockbuster. Injury and suspension …
Continue reading Super Rugby leaders forced into changesFour Wallabies will return for the Melbourne Rebels when they face the Sunwolves in Super Rugby on Friday night but Will Genia remains sidelined with a knee injury. Dane Haylett-Petty, …
Continue reading No Genia as Rebels take on SunwolvesWallabies coach Michael Cheika insists Israel Folau’s views on homosexuality won’t be a distraction during the Test series against Ireland next month. Folau posted on social media earlier this year …
Continue reading Folau views won’t be a distraction: CheikaAustralian Open semi-finalist Chung Hyeon has pulled out of the French Open with a persistent ankle injury. Tipped as one of the few contenders capable of beating Rafa Nadal at …
Continue reading Chung out of French Open with ankle injuryDayne Beams has stood down as captain of the Brisbane Lions, citing a “bloody difficult” personal life following the death of his father earlier this year. The 28-year-old has relinquished …
Continue reading Beams stands down as Brisbane AFL captainCollingwood have ruled out Daniel Wells for Friday night’s clash with the Western Bulldogs, opting to rest the 33-year-old just two games into his AFL return. Coach Nathan Buckley says …
Continue reading Daniel Wells sidelined for Magpies in AFLLewis Holland will return to captain the Australian rugby sevens team at next month’s London leg of the world series. Playmaker Holland has been unavailable since he injured his hamstring …
Continue reading Holland returns for Aussie sevens sideBrilliant Sydney filly Champagne Cuddles has had a last-minute change of plans and will run in the Group One Kingsford-Smith Cup (1350m) at Doomben. Champagne Cuddles was expected to be …
Continue reading Quality Field to line-up in Kingsford-Smith Cup 2018Hall Of Fame trainer Chris Waller will saddle five runners in the Group One Queensland Oaks at Doomben. Waller is attempting a third win in the race in the past …
Continue reading Quality Field for Queensland Oaks 2018Carlton’s AFLW leaders have urged incoming coach Daniel Harford to poach a key midfielder in the trade period as they chase success next season. Captain Brianna Davey and star Darcy …
Continue reading Blues sign up AFLW marquees Davey, VescioRejuvenated Essendon could welcome back a host of key players for their crunch AFL clash with Greater Western Sydney at Spotless Stadium on Saturday. Both sides are in a dogfight …
Continue reading Hurley among key Bombers in line to returnWayne Bennett says he will consider coaching another NRL club if he’s replaced by Craig Bellamy at Brisbane. Brisbane CEO Paul White has confirmed a discussion with Melbourne coach Bellamy …
Continue reading I’d consider another club: Wayne BennettMitchell Moses will have his chance to stamp his authority on Parramatta’s attack as part of the Eels’ spinal shift for Thursday night’s NRL clash with Brisbane. With the last-placed …
Continue reading Eels give Moses clearer NRL voice in swapBrisbane CEO Paul White has confirmed a discussion with Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy about replacing Wayne Bennett at the Broncos. White said on Tuesday 68-year-old Bennett was told of the …
Continue reading Broncos confirm Bellamy interestJosh Jackson is putting his state ahead of his pride. The Canterbury skipper says that if he is next week dropped by NSW for the June 6 State of Origin …
Continue reading If I’m dropped it’s for the best: JacksonLocal tennis chiefs are giving the youngest Australian man at the French Open every chance of making the biggest impact. Alex de Minaur has been granted a wildcard into the …
Continue reading De Minaur backed to leave mark in ParisRookie Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn wants to introduce a State of Origin attitude to his Super Rugby team, which explains the absence of Quade Cooper. That’s the assessment of …
Continue reading Reds coach Thorn in Cooper’s side: Sopoaga

