North Queensland’s club-record streak of eight straight NRL victories can reach double figures, but only if they keep level heads. That’s the from utility Justin O’Neill who is preaching a …
Continue reading Cowboys eyeing off double-digit streakWhen Craig McDermott was steaming in to bowl during his playing days in the West Indies, pace was all the rage in the Caribbean. Wickets in the Caribbean were regularly …
Continue reading Aust pacemen take lessons from UAE woesControversial England hooker Dylan Hartley is about to discover if he is still available for England’s home World Cup following his latest disciplinary lapse. Hartley faces a hearing in Coventry …
Continue reading England hooker risks missing World CupSouth Australian cricket has looked to past glories for future success, naming former captain Jamie Siddons as coach for the next three seasons. Siddons led the state to their last …
Continue reading Siddons named new SA cricket coachSurprised by Josh Reynolds’ axing, Queensland assistant Michael Hagan says the Maroons are still bracing themselves for a “hammering” in Wednesday night’s State of Origin opener in Sydney. Hagan admitted …
Continue reading Qld bracing for hammering: HaganThe Western Force have vowed to make things personal against the Queensland Reds as both teams attempt to avoid the Super Rugby wooden spoon. The last-placed Force (15 points) have …
Continue reading Force gunning for revenge against RedsThe four-year contracts signed by Brodie Retallick and Julian Savea are among the most significant player deals pulled off by New Zealand Rugby, according to its top official. The world …
Continue reading Savea, Retallick sign big All Blacks dealsIt’s his phenomenal recent batting form which is most likely to earn him a debut Test but Adam Voges also thinks he can play a role for Australia in the …
Continue reading Spin will definitely be a factor: VogesSurprised by Josh Reynolds’ axing, Queensland assistant Michael Hagan says the Maroons are still bracing themselves for a “hammering” in Wednesday night’s State of Origin opener in Sydney. Hagan admitted …
Continue reading Qld bracing for “hammering: HaganNSW assistant coach Matt Parish has ramped up the State of Origin ante by naming Queensland captain Cameron Smith and teammates Nate Myles and Corey Parker as on-field nigglers. The …
Continue reading Blues expect niggle in Origin openerSam Williams has proven somewhat of a lucky charm for Canberra this season, so it’s no surprise the Raiders are pumped he’s back for Saturday’s NRL clash with Brisbane. The …
Continue reading Williams return great for Raiders: HodgsonJohn Worsfold has ruled himself out of the running to coach Carlton, with the AFL great saying he’s “miles off” coaching again. The Blues are on the lookout for a …
Continue reading Worsfold rules out Carlton coach roleDespite enjoying a long-standing close personal and professional relationship with Mick Malthouse, Dale Thomas says he understands why Carlton felt compelled to sack the record-breaking coach. Malthouse was axed by …
Continue reading Thomas pays tribute to MalthouseDanny Cipriani views his selection in England’s World Cup training squad as the ultimate justification for his decision to return home after a stint with the Melbourne Rebels. Cipriani has …
Continue reading Cipriani glad he left Super RugbyWorld-class pair Brodie Retallick and Julian Savea have become the first All Blacks to commit through to the 2019 Rugby World Cup in a major boost for New Zealand Rugby. …
Continue reading Retallick, Savea sign long-term NZ dealsFormer champion Jason Day and fellow Australian Marc Leishman have been labelled the players to beat at this week’s US PGA Tour’s Byron Nelson Championship in Texas. Day, who won …
Continue reading Day top pick for Texas tournamentAll Blacks Ma’a Nonu and Jeremy Thrush will set Hurricanes records for longevity after being named for Friday’s Super Rugby match against the Crusaders in Nelson. Evergreen centre Nonu will …
Continue reading Hurricanes records loom for Nonu, ThrushNew Zealand coach Mike Hesson has defended bowlers Mark Craig and Tim Southee after the pair struggled to make an impact during the first-Test loss to England at Lord’s. Trent …
Continue reading Hesson defends below-par NZ bowlers

