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2019 July
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Adam Scott caught up in Duval Open debacle
    Former champion David Duval has brought a smile to weekend hackers around the world with a crazy 14 on one hole during the first round of the British Open.
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Scott makes shaky start to The Open
    Australian No.1 Adam Scott faces a battle to make the British Open halfway cut after a horror first round at Royal Portrush.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Aussie Open rookie pulls rank on Tiger
    Australian British Open rookie Dimi Papadatos has revealed how he pulled rank on Tiger Woods to play a practice hole with the golf legend at Royal Portrush.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Lowry leads Open as McIlroy flounders
    Disastrous starts from former champions Rory McIlroy and David Duval have overshadowed a fine five-under-par from Ireland's Shane Lowry at the British Open.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    Leishman eyes faster start to 2019 Open
    Serial fast-finisher Marc Leishman is targeting a faster start at Royal Portrush in the hope of contending for British Open glory once again.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    Jack Newton's big Open hope for Jason Day
    Former British Open runner-up Jack Newton hopes a tough-love approach from new caddy Steve Williams will jolt Jason Day back to major championship contention.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Adam Scott eyes British Open redemption
    Adam Scott has been practising at British Open host Royal Portrush for the past week as he attempts to seriously contend in a sixth consecutive major.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Mickelson to lean on Woods for Cup start
    With time running out, Phil Mickelson may need US skipper Tiger Woods to select him as a captain's pick for December's Presidents Cup in Melbourne.
2019 June


2019 July
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Hansen punts on newcomers against Pumas
    All Blacks coach Steve Hansen accepts he's taking a risk by fielding a host of fresh faces in their opening Rugby Championship Test against Argentina.
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Wallabies and Boks open Rugby Championship
    A look at the recent history between Australia and South Africa ahead of their opening Rugby Championship Test at Emirates Airline Park in Johannesburg.
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Wallabies' World Cup plan gets underway
    The Wallabies' plan for Rugby World Cup glory goes up a notch when they take on South Africa in their opening Rugby Championship match in Johannesburg.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Wallabies name mixed bag for Springboks
    The Wallabies have named a mixed squad to face South Africa in their Rugby Championship Test in Johannesburg, with halfback Nic White among the new faces.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Wing Reece among five All Blacks new caps
    The under-strength All Blacks will feature five uncapped players in their Rugby Championship Test against Argentina, including a start for winger Sevu Reece.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    Rugby Championship the prize no one wants
    The Rugby Championship represents an elongated World Cup trial for the four participating nations, with history suggesting victory would be a poison chalice.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    Streamlined Uelese hopeful of Test return
    Hooker Jordan Uelese has improved his lineout throw and lost weight to be in the mix for a recall to the Wallabies side for their Test with South Africa.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    Wallabies to balance win and World Cup
    The Wallabies want to start their Rugby Championship with a win over South Africa but also need to give players a chance to impress for the World Cup.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    Wallabies still shaken by phone snatch
    The Wallabies have been shaken by a phone snatch in Johannesburg ahead of their Springboks clash but Jordan Uelese says it will make them a tighter group.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Sharks NRL coach Morris defends Dugan
    Cronulla coach John Morris says a call for Josh Dugan to retire is harsh and that he's only missed one NRL match this season through injury.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    James O'Connor flies to join Wallabies
    James O'Connor is to join the Wallabies squad in South Africa as a train-on player as he continues to negotiate a deal with the Queensland Reds.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Crusaders claim 10th Super Rugby title
    The Crusaders have taken their opportunities better than the Jaguares to win a tense Super Rugby final 19-3 in Christchurch and bag a 10th title.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Crusaders playing final for Christchurch
    Providing a distraction for the people of terror-hit Christchurch remains a driving point for the Crusaders on the eve of the Super Rugby final.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Lealiifano recalled to Wallabies squad
    Five-eighth Christian Lealiifano's form has won him a Wallabies squad berth for the Rugby Championship, leaving Quade Cooper out in the cold.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Reece extends blossoming NZ Rugby career
    Sensational Crusaders winger Sevu Reece has signed a Super Rugby contract extension on the same day Steve Hansen defended his selection in the All Blacks.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Clock ticking for Pocock and O'Connor
    The clock is running against David Pocock and James O'Connor with the Wallabies in Brisbane for a camp prior to leaving for their first Test of the year.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Crusaders braced for All Blacks naming
    The highs and lows of an All Blacks team naming will turn Scott Robertson into a comforting figure for unlucky Crusaders players in Super Rugby final week.
2019 June
  • Sat, Jun 29, 2019
    Jaguares thrash Brumbies in Super semi
    The Jaguares will play in their first Super Rugby final after proving far too strong for a lacklustre Brumbies side in Buenos Aires on Saturday.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Folau, Rugby Aust fail to reach settlement
    Israel Folau says he is disappointed a settlement wasn't reached with Rugby Australia at a conciliation meeting before the Fair Work Commission on Friday.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Gatland confirms return to NZ with Chiefs
    Decorated Wales and British and Irish Lions coach Warren Gatland is returning home to New Zealand to coach the Chiefs in a bespoke four-year Super Rugby deal.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Kiwi Super teams unveiled for semi-final
    Richie Mo'unga versus Beauden Barrett is the biggest drawcard of a high-powered Kiwi Super Rugby semi-final between the Crusaders and Hurricanes.


2019 July
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Hodge 'lucky' to be on Lions' AFL journey
    Brought in as the old head who'd done all there was to do in the game, Luke Hodge says he's the one who has been lucky to be a part of Brisbane's AFL rise.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    AFL Preview Panel for Round 18
    Essendon will be aiming to continue their strong form when they kick off round 18 with a crunch match against Adelaide.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    AFL to have review centre for finals
    The AFL is in a race against time to build a purpose-built review centre in time for this year's finals series, with not even the location confirmed.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    GWS gun Cameron good again after form dip
    GWS star Jeremy Cameron says his body feels good going into the back end of an AFL season in which he admits his form dipped for a few weeks after a hot start.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    GWS coach fires up over Coniglio injury
    GWS coach Leon Cameron has hit back at suggestions Stephen Coniglio shouldn't have been playing when he suffered a knee injury that could end his AFL season.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    Suns need cash, not picks: AFL rivals
    Gold Coast's application for a priority draft pick won't solve their deep-seated problems, according to some of the AFL's most respected voices.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Buddy's 300th on hold; McVeigh reinjured
    Veteran Sydney defender Jarrad McVeigh is out for a month with a calf injury and Lance Franklin may have to wait three more rounds to play his 300th AFL game.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Coniglio hurt as Tigers build AFL form
    Richmond are on a three-game winning streak, while GWS have lost three in a row and are awaiting results on Stephen Coniglio's knee injury.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Blues shade Swans in AFL upset at SCG
    Carlton have scored their third win in five games under caretaker coach David Teague, beating Sydney by seven points in a low scoring AFL clash at the SCG.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Crows maul insipid Suns in AFL hammering
    Adelaide have returned to the AFL winner's list in emphatic fashion, belting a dreadful Gold Coast by 95 points in their clash at Metricon Stadium.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Hawks claim crucial AFL win over Dockers
    Hawthorn have kept touch with the AFL top eight after a 31-point win over Fremantle who were lifted by an inspirational second quarter from Nat Fyfe.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Loss and ruck woes spoil Longmire's party
    A loss to Carlton and his AFL club's depleted ruck stocks have given Sydney coach John Longmire nothing to celebrate after signing a contact extension.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    North pay high price for tight AFL loss
    Luke McDonald has a leg fracture, Nick Larkey suffered more heart palpitations and Ben Cunnington will come under match review scrutiny again.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Tiger talls to test GWS in crunch AFL game
    RIchmond's twin spearheads Jack Riewoldt and Tom Lynch will finally resume their key forward partnership in a crucial AFL clash with GWS at the MCG on Sunday.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Riewoldt ready to roar in Tigers return
    Richmond coach Damien Hardwick is confident Jack Riewoldt is over his frustrating knee injury and is primed to be a key factor in the Tigers' finals push.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Suns coach wary of Crows' AFL backlash
    As his own team aims to bounce back from an embarrassing AFL defeat, Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew is expecting a similarly motivated opponent in Adelaide.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Swans out to burn slow-starting AFL Blues
    Improving Carlton have talked about fixing their slow AFL starts as they prepare to face a Sydney side planning to put the heat on them from the first bounce.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    GWS on goal hunt against Tigers at MCG
    Coach Leon Cameron wants his suddenly goal-shy GWS side to capitalise more on turnovers as they seek a historic first MCG triumph over Richmond.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Noble's AFL debut marks massive change
    Two months after he was playing in front of a sparse SANFL crowd, John Noble will make his AFL debut for Collingwood at a packed Optus Stadium.
  • Sun, Jul 07, 2019
    In-form Roos topple St Kilda in Hobart AFL
    North Melbourne has continued their run of impressive form and stayed in touch with the top eight with a 39-point win over St Kilda at Blundstone Arena.
  • Sun, Jul 07, 2019
    Lions into top four, beat GWS in AFL upset
    Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale has made his 150th AFL match one to remember, helping the Lions to climb into the top four with a 20-point win over GWS.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Bulldogs' Naughton stars in Cats AFL upset
    Geelong's AFL premiership hopes have taken a hit while the Western Bulldogs are back in the finals hunt after prevailing by 16 points at Marvel Stadium.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Hawks enjoy glimpse of bright AFL future
    Young guns Mitchell Lewis and Oliver Hanrahan have provided a window to a bright future for Hawthorn during their upset AFL win over Collingwood at the MCG.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Naitanui stars as Eagles thrash Dockers
    The 50th AFL western derby has turned into a dirty night for Fremantle with Nic Naitanui, Andrew Gaff, Jarrod Cameron and Shannon Hurn running rampant.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    No easy solution for off-form AFL Magpies
    Collingwood face a major challenge to regroup for a showdown with grand-final conquerors West Coast after being handed their second straight AFL loss.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    North's Goldstein eyes St Kilda AFL rookie
    After claiming the big scalp of Collingwood, an in-form North Melbourne meet AFL battlers St Kilda in Hobart on Sunday as they push for a top-eight spot.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Adelaide's Gibbs not done in AFL: Pyke
    Adelaide veteran Bryce Gibbs still has a future in the AFL despite being dropped for a fourth time this season, Crows coach Don Pyke says,
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Crows clear Jenkins for AFL return
    Adelaide coach Don Pyke says key forward Josh Jenkins will return from a knee injury and play against Port Adelaide in Saturday's AFL match.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Sandilands to boost Fyfe's AFL derby cause
    Fremantle ruckman Aaron Sandilands hasn't played in more than a year because of a calf injury, but he'll return in Saturday night's derby against West Coast.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Dockers name Sandilands for AFL derby
    Fremantle ruckman Aaron Sandilands hasn't played in more than a year because of calf issues, but he'll be rushed straight back for the AFL's Western derby.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Don't penalise 50-50 ruck calls: Mumford
    Shane Mumford, who has fallen foul of umpires more than any other AFL player in 2019, wants officials to take more of a laissez-faire approach to ruck contests.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Hawks keep open minds on next AFL steps
    Having been attacked a couple of times by the bear on the back, Hawks coach Alastair Clarkson says they could look to trading or the draft for further success.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Lyon urges rival AFL club to snare Bennell
    Fremantle coach Ross Lyon says he's devastated about Harley Bennell's latest calf injury, but he hopes a rival AFL club takes a punt on the skilled midfielder.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Ross Lyon feeling the heat for derby win
    Fremantle coach Ross Lyon has joked that he has started up a WhatsApp discussion with Adam Simpson as part of his western AFL derby preparation.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Sydney Swans veteran Smith keen to play on
    Sydney defender Nick Smith could be forced into retirement because of a serious hamstring injury but the veteran is determined to return in the 2020 AFL season.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Fantasia denies report of SA AFL trade
    Essendon forward Orazio Fantasia has fronted the media after a report speculated that he might seek a trade this year back to his native South Australia.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Blues lose Curnow for a month in AFL
    Carlton star Charlie Curnow will miss up to a month of the AFL season after sustaining a medial ligament injury against Fremantle.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Sydney Swans' AFL ruck crisis
    Sydney's ruck depth was the envy of the AFL in 2016 but it's since dwindled, for a range of reasons.
2019 June
  • Sun, Jun 30, 2019
    Hipwood sparks Lions to AFL win over Dees
    Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood has kicked five goals, including four in the third quarter, to steer the Lions to a 33-point AFL win over Melbourne at the Gabba.
  • Sun, Jun 30, 2019
    Shaw lets the AFL wins do the talking
    North Melbourne caretaker coach Rhyce Shaw says he's not thinking about the AFL finals despite his players pulling off a huge upset against Collingwood.
  • Sun, Jun 30, 2019
    Tigers kick clear of Saints for AFL win
    St Kilda showed improvement, but again lacked the class to keep with a good AFL side and Richmond broke clear in the last quarter at Marvel Stadium.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    AFL boss backs score review system
    AFL chief Gillon McLachlan says he's comfortable with the process of the score review system during a controversial call in Thursday night's game.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Big Roo primed for key Pies clash in AFL
    The ruck duel between Todd Goldstein and Brodie Grundy will be a key factor in deciding the AFL clash between Collingwood and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Blues must lift to cover Cripps: Teague
    Interim Carlton coach David Teague says the injury to their midfield bull Patrick Cripps presents a chance for others to shine against Fremantle on Sunday.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Cats bounce back to down Crows in AFL
    Geelong have recovered from a slow start to beat Adelaide, while Patrick Dangerfield and Taylor Walker have been hurt in their AFL clash.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Lions coach warns Demons are full of fight
    Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says Melbourne's lowly ladder position does not reflect the Demons' form as the Lions prepare for a tough AFL clash on Sunday.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Suns coach hopeful Hanley set for long run
    Gold Coast are yet to get a consistent run of AFL games out of Pearce Hanley for a variety of reasons but the Suns are hoping the worst is behind the Irishman.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    Crows boss wants to sign emerging AFL ruck
    Crows coach Don Pyke wants emerging ruckman Reilly O'Brien to sign a fresh deal while deflecting speculation of trying to lure Collingwood's Brodie Grundy.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    Crows' hoodoo in Geelong irrelevant: Pyke
    Adelaide utility Wayne Milera has been ruled out of Friday night's AFL game against the Cats with a back injury as the Crows seek a rare win in Geelong.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    No de Boer, GWS mull AFL tagger dilemma
    GWS coach Leon Cameron wants his midfield to go head-to-head with Essendon's on-ballers rather than deploy a new tagger in Matt de Boer's AFL absence.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Cats' Selwood to play despite knee knack
    Geelong coach Chris Scott says captain Joel Selwood will continue to manage a knee issue while playing in the AFL, noting a week off won't fix the problem.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Eagles sad, Freo happy after AFL tribunal
    West Coast's Jeremy McGovern has failed at the AFL tribunal to overturn a one-match ban for rough conduct, while Fremantle's Michael Walters has been cleared.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    North confirm AFL interest in Longmire
    A month after parting ways with Brad Scott, AFL club North Melbourne have formally made contact with Sydney coach John Longmire's manager.


2019 July
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Anger over 'joke' rule but Kiwis chilled
    A stunning tied World Cup final, in which England defeated New Zealand via boundary countback, has ignited debate about the contentious cricket rule.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Ashes aspirant Wade scores timely ton
    The race for spots in Australia's Ashes squad has heated up after Matthew Wade and Travis Head scored tons while Peter Siddle grabbed a five-wicket county haul.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Reaction to epic World Cup final
    There were a stack of talking points after a thrilling World Cup final between England and New Zealand finished with the scores tied, even after a super over.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    World Cup should be shared: Stokes' dad
    A boundary countback to decide the World Cup final seemed unfair in the eyes of the New Zealand father of England's match-winner Ben Stokes.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Handscomb free to push Ashes chances
    Peter Handscomb, Matthew Wade and Mitch Marsh have been released back to the Australia A camp ahead of the four-day match against England Lions.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Nearly-men New Zealand steeled for final
    Written off as honest toilers, New Zealand have reached a second straight World Cup final and are determined to go one better against England at Lord's.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Perry helps Aussie women to 400-run lead
    Ellyse Perry starred with both bat and ball to help Australia's women to a 400-run lead over England at the end of day two of their three-day tour match.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    England opener fined, no ban for ump rant
    England opener Jason Roy has been fined 30 per cent of his match fee for a foul-mouthed rant directed at umpires but he'll play in the World Cup final.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    No Ashes scars from semi smashing: Aussies
    Aaron Finch and Pat Cummins say a lopsided World Cup loss to England will not result in any scars when the rivals return to Birmingham for the Ashes opener.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Starc breaks McGrath's World Cup record
    Mitchell Starc has broken Glenn McGrath's record for the most wickets in a World Cup, claiming his 27th of the tournament against England on Thursday.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Title slips but Aussies take semis finish
    Australia would have taken a World Cup semi-final finish a year ago, but still feel they let a title slip after sitting first late in the group stages.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Where to now for vanquished Aussies?
    Australia, beaten at the semi-final stage of the 2019 World Cup, have plenty of tough calls to make as they start plotting a path to the 2023 tournament.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    England have no fears of Aussie southpaws
    England insist they'll be confident facing left-armers Mitchell Starc and Jason Behrendorff in the World Cup semi-final, despite struggling a fortnight ago.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Smith plays lone hand in Aussies' 223
    Steve Smith hit 85 but no other batsman passed 50 as Australia struggled to recover from a bad start to post 223 in their World Cup semi-final against England.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Finch puts positivity back into Aussies
    Aaron Finch has made a bowling change more than once every three overs in the World Cup as his leadership helped transform the team from the horror of 2018.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Memorable World Cup semi-finals
    World Cup semi-finals tend to bring out the best contests of the tournament, with everything from low-scoring games, a tie and classic finishes.
  • Tue, Jul 09, 2019
    Hundred for Harris as Burns stands tall
    Marcus Harris and Joe Burns have pushed their individual Ashes claims, combining for a double-century opening stand for Australia A against Sussex.
  • Tue, Jul 09, 2019
    Stoinis awaits fitness test for semi-final
    Marcus Stoinis will attempt to get through a full training session on Tuesday in a bid to prove his fitness for the World Cup semi-final against England.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Aussies call on lessons in resilience
    Australian cricket spent a year with their backs to the wall and now they'll need that experience headed into their World Cup semi-final against England.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Aussies won't rely on England cracking
    Australia won't get into a to-and-fro with England by claiming they'll crack under pressure in a World Cup semi-final, instead relying on past wins for belief.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Seven-up Perry obliterates England
    Australia's Ellyse Perry claimed a sensational seven-wicket haul in a crushing 195-run ODI win over England and then warned the hosts that more is to come.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Stoinis awaits decision on side strain
    Marcus Stoinis suffered a side strain in Saturday's loss to South Africa, but Australia will wait to decide if he faces England in Thursday's semi-final.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Toss vital at World Cup as chasers battle
    The toss at Thursday's World Cup semi-final could be vital for Australia and England with teams batting first holding a distinct advantage at the tournament.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Race for Ashes spots begin with A matches
    Marcus Harris has revealed David Warner congratulated him on his rise last summer. Come Sunday, he can push his case for the pair to open together in the Ashes.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Australia and South Africa's Cup classics
    From one-day cricket's most famous run out to its best known catch, Australia and South Africa have built up a catalogue of memorable World Cup matches.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Horror net rules out Marsh, hurts Maxwell
    Peter Handscomb has been brought into Australia's World Cup squad after Shaun Marsh was ruled out with a broken wrist, while Glenn Maxwell is also injured.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Kimmince puts England to sword in ODI
    Medium-pacer Delissa Kimmince has taken 5-26 to set up Australia for a four-wicket victory over England in their second one-day international.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Australia favour DRS for women's Ashes
    Australia coach Matthew Mott questions why contentious decisions cannot be reviewed by DRS in women's Ashes series with England after a game one blunder.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Drop-ins a sign of the times: Haddin
    Former NSW captain and Australia wicketkeeper Brad Haddin will understand if the SCG Trust opts to move to a drop-in wicket at the ground.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Labuschagne hits 1000 county runs with ton
    Marnus Labuschagne continues to compile a mountain of county runs with twin centuries for Glamorgan as the battle for spots in Australia's Ashes squad heats up.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Pucovski stars again for Australia A
    Will Pucovski backed up his first-up half century with 137 against Gloucestershire for Australia A to push his faint Ashes chances.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Refreshed Burns set for Ashes squad fight
    Incumbent Test batsman Joe Burns has opened up about the struggle with a fatigue disorder that threatened to derail his hopes of featuring in the Ashes.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Carey World Cup's best lower-order bat
    Alex Carey is the glue Australia need at No.7 in their batting order, posting a record amount of runs for anyone outside the top six in a World Cup.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Khawaja no short-ball target at World Cup
    Opposition bowlers thought they'd found a weakness in Usman Khawaja when he was hit by bouncers by the West Indies quicks, but he insists he's no target.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Pucovski finds focus in cricket routine
    Will Pucovski admits he wasn't ready for Test cricket last summer when he missed selection, but is on the up while working closely with a mindfulness coach.
2019 June
  • Sun, Jun 30, 2019
    Aussies the team to beat at WC: NZ's Boult
    Trent Boult became the first bowler to take a one-day international hat-trick at Lord's but believes Australia are the team to beat in the World Cup finals.
  • Sat, Jun 29, 2019
    Aussies embracing the friendly World Cup
    Just over a year after the biggest controversy to rock Australian cricket in decades, the 2019 World Cup has virtually been devoid of any behavioural issues.
  • Sat, Jun 29, 2019
    Smith falls victim to another screamer
    Steve Smith has been removed for a second time by an incredible catch at the World Cup, caught at leg gully off a full-blooded pull shot.
  • Fri, Jun 28, 2019
    Each team's World Cup finals hopes
    With a week-and-a-half to go in the World Cup seven teams still remain in the hunt for the finals with only Australia guaranteed safe passage.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Starc sets sights on next Kiwi victims
    Four years after landing a knockout blow on New Zealand in the last World Cup final, Mitchell Starc sees Kane Williamson as the Black Caps' linchpin in 2019.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Warner backs baby plans, won't miss game
    David Warner says he won't miss a World Cup game for the birth of his third child, with his wife Candice set to deliver between Australia's next two matches.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    Left-arm duo answer for Aussie quicks
    Jason Behrendorff has claimed a five-wicket haul as he and Mitchell Starc bowled Australia to a 64-run win over England at Lord's, piling pressure on the hosts.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    Mitch Marsh driven by contract demotion
    Mitchell Marsh went from national vice-captain to out of contract in the space of a summer but he's determined to reclaim his Australia spot.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Aussies to draw on Cup-winning experience
    Six of the eight 2019 Cricket World Cup stars who have lifted the trophy before are playing for Australia, a factor that could be crucial in the finals.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Australia wary of England bouncing back
    England haven't lost back-to-back one-day matches in more than two years, a fact Aaron Finch is well aware of headed into their World Cup clash at Lord's.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Finch fires but middle order fails again
    Aaron Finch hit his second century of the World Cup against England but Australia lost 6-112 to set a target of 286 in their bumper clash at Lord's.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Warner, Finch break World Cup record
    David Warner and Aaron Finch are the first opening pairing in World Cup history to score five half-century partnerships in a row.


2019 July
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Taylor talks up new Phoenix striker Ball
    Steven Taylor says Wellington striker signing David Ball's hard yards in the lower tiers of English soccer have him primed to be an A-League force.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Pogba magic helps Man Utd beat Glory 2-0
    Marcus Rashford and James Garner scored second-half goals to help lift Manchester United to a 2-0 win over Perth Glory at Optus Stadium on Saturday night.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Proud Popovic unleashes sons on Man Utd
    Perth Glory coach Tony Popovic was proud of his team's defensive display after watching them put up stiff resistance in a 2-0 loss to Manchester United.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Perth Glory a big unknown for Man United
    Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford says it's too hard to predict whether his team will thrash Perth Glory at Optus Stadium on Saturday night.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    A-League battling new fronts for marquees
    Western United are confident of making an immediate A-League impact despite falling short in their bid to make French star Samir Nasri a marquee signing.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Ryan McGowan signs for Sydney FC
    Socceroo defender Ryan McGowan has joined Sydney FC two weeks after his younger brother signed for their A-league local rivals.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Roar's British flavour fine with Fowler
    Brisbane Roar head coach Robbie Fowler hopes his slew of British and Irish signings will help quickly build the winning culture he wants at the A-League club.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Sydney sign ex Wanderer Baumjohann
    German midfielder Alexander Baumjohann has been picked up by defending A-League champions Sydney FC after being let go by local rivals Western Sydney.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Bayern Munich sign Phoenix star Singh
    Wellington Phoenix midfielder Sarpreet Singh has become the first Kiwi to join German giants Bayern Munich after signing a three-year deal.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    FFA to give control of A-League to clubs
    Football Federation Australia will soon cede control of the A-League to clubs with in-principle agreements struck for an independently-run competition.
2019 June
  • Sun, Jun 30, 2019
    Ex-Glory defender joins Roar influx
    Ex-Perth Glory defender Scott Neville has become the latest player to join Robbie Fowler's rebuild at A-League club Brisbane Roar.
  • Thu, Jun 27, 2019
    Roar lock in O'Neill as signings continue
    Young Australian midfielder Aiden O'Neill has become the latest player to join Robbie Fowler's Brisbane Roar, signing on a season-long loan from Burnley.
  • Wed, Jun 26, 2019
    Wanderers goalkeeper out for 3-6 months
    Western Sydney coach Markus Babbel is optimistic as he continues to fill the gaps created by a mass clearout after a disappointing 2018-19 A-League campaign.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Alleway reveals teary Matildas struggle
    Recounting the injury drama that robbed her of a World Cup place, Laura Alleway says her replacement, Karly Roestbakken, could go on to be a Matildas captain.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    British trio join Fowler's Roar rebuild
    A trio of British lower-league professionals have signed on with Brisbane Roar as the A-League club's rebuild under Robbie Fowler continues.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Coaches' body wants say in Stajcic inquiry
    Football Coaches Australia has demanded a say in the appointment of the overseer of an independent inquiry into ex-Matildas' coach Alen Stajcic's sacking.
  • Tue, Jun 25, 2019
    Wellington's Singh on verge of Bayern deal
    Wellington Phoenix playmaker Sarpreet Singh is reportedly on the verge of signing with German giants Bayern Munich in a landmark deal for New Zealand soccer.


2019 July
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Roosters says Crichton needed to evolve
    Sydney Roosters' coach Trent Robinson says he sees Angus Crichton's future in the back-row despite moving him into a middle forward position.
  • Fri, Jul 19, 2019
    Souths can't put date on Burgess return
    South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett admits he can't put a date on Sam Burgess' return after he suffered an infection following shoulder surgery.
  • Thu, Jul 18, 2019
    Johnson unflustered by Warriors reception
    Cronulla playmaker Shaun Johnson expects a rousing reception in his first-ever game against the Warriors from home supporters as much as his former teammates.
  • Wed, Jul 17, 2019
    Life's good for Bronco young gun Pangai
    He's secured his NRL future with Brisbane and his family has joined him in Queensland so it's no wonder Bronco Tevita Pangai has a smile on his face.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    Nikorima's visions of NRL glory backfire
    Warriors halfback Kodi Nikorima concedes he was guilty of chasing glory against former club Brisbane which played a part in hashing three field goal attempts.
  • Tue, Jul 16, 2019
    Walkers having another crack at Titans job
    Unsuccessful in their bid for the Gold Coast NRL coaching job in 2017, Ben and Shane Walker will chase the job a second time following Garth Brennan's sacking.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Bulldogs' Sue out for rest of year
    Canterbury forward Sauaso Sue has been ruled out for the rest of the NRL season with a torn ACL suffered against Newcastle last week.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Moeroa: rugby switch was now or never
    Parramatta back-rower Tepai Moeroa says he decided to make the switch to rugby union because he believed it was a now-or-never proposition.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    NRL says ref criticism excessive
    NRL head of football Graham Annesley says the criticism of referees has become excessive over the last week after a number of contentious calls.
  • Mon, Jul 15, 2019
    Titans keen despite Walters rebuff
    Gold Coast executive chairman Dennis Watt has indicated Kevin Walters would be considered a "very strong candidate" for the NRL club's coaching position.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Blues dominate Kangaroos Origin merit team
    Australian selectors have named 11 NSW players and six from Queensland in a Kangaroos Origin merit team based on performances through the interstate series.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Cotric first NRL player sent off in 2019
    Canberra centre Nick Cotric is the first NRL player to be sent off in 2019 for a dangerous throw on St George Illawarra's Tim Lafai in Wollongong.
  • Sun, Jul 14, 2019
    Souths' Knight facing ban for DCE hit
    South Sydney front-rower Liam Knight is facing two to three NRL matches on the sidelines after being charged for a late shot on Manly's Daly Cherry-Evans.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    I can't thank Maloney enough: Cleary
    Less than 48 hours after helping NSW to a State of Origin triumph, James Maloney set up two tries in Penrith's 24-2 rout of Gold Coast on Friday.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Ponga to return for desperate Knights
    Fullback Kalyn Ponga is expected to make his NRL return from a calf injury during next week's NRL clash with the Sydney Roosters at the SCG.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Roosters prepare for end of season surge
    The Sydney Roosters are eyeing a strong finish to the NRL season as they approach full strength with Jake Friend and Sio Siua Taukeiaho back from injury.
  • Sat, Jul 13, 2019
    Storm thump Sharks in NRL, Smith hits 400
    Melbourne have hammered Cronulla 40-16 to ensure a fitting celebration for their captain NRL Cameron Smith, who is first player to reach 400 premiership games.
  • Fri, Jul 12, 2019
    Storm expect Smith record to lift players
    Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy says Cameron Smith's 400-game milestone will give his players a lift, including the losing Queensland Origin contingent.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Blues hero Cook credits Teddy for advice
    Sage advice from fullback James Tedesco helped inspire NSW hooker Damien Cook to score a crucial try in the Blues Origin series-clinching win over Queensland.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    DCE admits Qld "lapse" cost them chance
    Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans admits a play-the-ball "lapse" cost him a chance to attempt a series-winning field goal in State of Origin III in Sydney.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    DCE hopes Walters stays on as Qld coach
    Captain Daly Cherry-Evans hopes Kevin Walters will stay on as Queensland coach and lead a Maroons revival but Cameron Munster is not so sure.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    I almost retired from NRL in 2007: Benji
    As he prepares to play his 300th NRL game, Wests Tigers great Benji Marshall has revealed he decided to retire in 2007 after suffering a shoulder injury.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Maloney admits NRL future uncertain
    NSW and Penrith playmaker James Maloney has admitted 2019 could be his last season in the NRL, saying he is open to a move to the English Super League.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Pearce modest after redemption moment
    NSW playmaker Mitchell Pearce has finally won a State of Origin series in what was his eighth attempt following the Blues' 26-20 win in the decider.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Qld's Lowe credits Walters for comeback
    Queensland's Ethan Lowe has credited advice from Kevin Walters for sparking a comeback that took him from reserve grade to State of Origin within 12 months.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Sack talk not fazing defiant Titans coach
    Gold Coast coach Garth Brennan has heard the talk he's a dead man walking at the NRL club but insists he's not fazed by the speculation over his future.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    Time off for Qld's Morgan after head knock
    Queensland star Michael Morgan may spend an extended time on the sidelines after suffering a second concussion in 13 days in their State of Origin series loss.
  • Thu, Jul 11, 2019
    What you need to know from Origin III
    NSW fullback and man of the series James Tedesco scored a last-minute try to secure a 26-20 victory and back-to-back shields for the first time since 2005.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Blues own the big moments in Origin win
    After being criticised for their performance in State of Origin deciders, NSW have scored a thrilling 26-20 win over Queensland to seal a famous series win.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Origin-bound Pearce a new man: Ferguson
    Blake Ferguson says his former Sydney Roosters teammate Mitchell Pearce has grown as a player and a man, as they prepare to rekindle their combination.
  • Wed, Jul 10, 2019
    Slater backs Munster as Qld's No.1
    Cameron Munster may have a target on his back after being named as Queensland No.1 for the State of Origin decider but Billy Slater says NSW should be nervous.
  • Tue, Jul 09, 2019
    Dragons NRL winger Pereira out of hospital
    St George Illawarra winger Jordan Pereira has been cleared of any spinal damage and released from hospital after being injured in a match last Saturday.
  • Tue, Jul 09, 2019
    Murray keen to start NSW Origin dynasty
    At 21 years of age, Cameron Murray is the youngest member of the NSW team aiming to end a run of seven successive losses in State of Origin deciders.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Players must ignore Brennan review: Peats
    Gold Coast coach Garth Brennan's job is coming under the blowtorch but hooker Nathan Peats says that is no excuse for a poor attitude from the players.
  • Mon, Jul 08, 2019
    Souths' Sam Burgess close to NRL return
    South Sydney captain Sam Burgess rates himself a good chance of returning to the NRL this week after missing two games because of shoulder surgery.
  • Sun, Jul 07, 2019
    Gillett in doubt, Mbye elevated for Qld
    Queensland's Matt Gillett is in doubt with a groin injury for Wednesday's State of Origin series decider in Sydney while Michael Morgan is set to be benched.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Keary and Mitchell spark Roosters NRL win
    Sydney Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary has set up three tries in his comeback match to lead the Sydney Roosters to a 24-16 NRL win over Wests Tigers.
  • Sat, Jul 06, 2019
    Seibold wants Milford at No.1 next year
    Anthony Milford's switch to fullback seems to be a long-term proposition with Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold outlining he wants Milford in No.1 next year.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    Blues prepared for Qld go-slow tactics
    NSW captain Boyd Cordner says the Blues have a plan to combat Queensland if they choose to employ spoiling tactics in next week's State of Origin decider.
  • Fri, Jul 05, 2019
    NSW Origin team follow Olympian's path
    The NSW team will become the first team since the Australian Olympic Games squad in 2000 to use a tunnel to enter ANZ Stadium for Origin III.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Graham happy to be a bench Blue
    A month into his return from injury Cronulla captain Wade Graham has the chance to tick off one of the few things he hasn't achieved in his rugby league career.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Mum's the word for Origin debutant Norman
    Queensland debutant Corey Norman won't just be playing for his state in next week's Origin decider, he's determined to put on a show for his No.1 fan.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Qld's Oates backs Munster as new No.1
    Queensland winger Corey Oates may have a long sporting rivalry with Cameron Munster but believes the new Maroons No.1 can spark him back into form.
  • Thu, Jul 04, 2019
    Smith guides Storm to NRL win over Dragons
    Cameron Smith has led Melbourne to a 16-14 win over St George Illawarra at a wet and windy WIN Stadium, extended the Storm's NRL winning streak to seven.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Maroons' DCE says Norman ready to step up
    Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans admits it may look like a big risk to blood Corey Norman at five-eighth but has backed the debutant in State of Origin III.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Qld's McGuire dismisses Origin critics
    He may have been slammed for being a "human grub" but Queensland forward Josh McGuire says he doesn't care what the critics say ahead of State of Origin III.
  • Wed, Jul 03, 2019
    Qld's Ofahengaue primed for Origin III
    His knee used to look like a "sliced up steak" but Joe Ofahengaue is backing himself to beef up Queensland's pack in next week's State of Origin III.
  • Tue, Jul 02, 2019
    Queenslander Welch hits Origin jackpot
    Queensland's Christian Welch is counting his blessings after earning a State of Origin debut despite being told in May he suffered a season-ending knee injury.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Keary back to annoying self at Roosters
    Sydney Roosters playmaker is Luke Keary is in a good mental state according to teammate Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, as both look to return to NRL action on Friday.
  • Mon, Jul 01, 2019
    Milford injury blow for Broncos in NRL
    Brisbane star Anthony Milford has been ruled out indefinitely with a knee injury while teammate Richie Kennar is expected to miss the rest of the NRL season.