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• Cobbo runs 50 metres for epic try

  11-04-2025 12:49 via smh.com.au
  
  Selwyn Cobbo plucks Sandon Smith's pass to score a runaway four-pointer.
  
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• Pies to rest multiple stars; AFL envies juggernaut’s ‘embarrassment of riches’ — Team Tips

  06-05-2025 05:25 via foxsports.com.au
  
  The reigning premiers are about to get stronger with a couple of star defenders on the cusp of returning, while Geelong faces a similar prospect.
  
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• Madge’s Mam backflip after big Broncos call; Bennett’s halves boost: NRL Team Tips

  06-05-2025 05:14 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cowboys lock Reuben Cotter has accepted a two match ban for a high tackle on Warriors forward Marata Niukore while the Raiders could receive a big boost.
  
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• ‘Where did you get your black belt from?’: UFC star’s big Aussie sledge and huge ‘break’ prediction

  06-05-2025 05:10 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Australia’s Jack Della Maddalena will “break” within three rounds of Sunday’s UFC title blockbuster according to world champ Belal Muhammad – who has also taken a swipe at the West Australian’s cornerman.
  
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• In failing to sanction Rioli, the AFL is flipping players the bird

  06-05-2025 05:07 via theage.com.au
  
  Though the AFL has happily fined players for giving the finger this year in pantomime moments of by-play, it decided against fining Willie Rioli for allegations of a post-match threat. They choose their moments to be offended most at Docklands.
  
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• Marcus Harris heaps pressure on Sam Konstas ahead of WTC Final - County Championship Wrap

  06-05-2025 04:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Marcus Harris has heaped further pressure on Australian opener Sam Konstas ahead of the World Test Championship final by cracking another century for Lancashire in the County Championship.
  
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• ‘It could be chaos’: Premier League legends predict ultimate Ange mic drop moment

  06-05-2025 04:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Two Premier League legends have cheekily predicted Ange Postecoglou could go out at Tottenham with the ultimate power move as Spurs look to book a place in the Europa League final.
  
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• The feud that triggered $800K halfback Jackson Hasting axing by Newcastle Knights

  06-05-2025 04:54 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jackson Hastings’ continued absence from the Newcastle Knights is reportedly due to a feud between his partner and a senior players partner.
  
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• Can a Wallabies golden boy earn shock recall? His mentee believes so

  06-05-2025 04:40 via smh.com.au
  
  Twelve years ago, he steered the Wallabies against the British and Irish Lions. Is James O’Connor ready to earn his shot at redemption?
  
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• ‘Let’s be strategic’: Magpies make wholesale changes for trip to Perth

  06-05-2025 04:35 via smh.com.au
  
  Collingwood will be without four of their premiership stars for Thursday night’s clash against Fremantle in Perth, with one struggling midfielder-forward remaining in Melbourne to work on regaining full fitness.
  
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• NBA playoffs: Celtics miss record 45 threes as Knicks roar back from 20 points down

  06-05-2025 04:29 via theguardian.com
  
  Eastern Conference semi-final: Knicks 108-105 Celtics (OT)Defending champions miss 45 three-pointers in defeatJalen Brunson and OG Anunoby each scored 29 points before Mikal Bridges stole the ball from Jaylen Brown with a second left in overtime as the New York Knicks stunned the Boston Celtics 108-105 in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semi-finals series on Monday night.Karl Anthony-Towns added 14 points and 13 rebounds for New York, who lost all four games against their longtime rival durin
  
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• South Africa’s Rabada cleared to play Australia in World Test Championship

  06-05-2025 04:27 via theguardian.com
  Proteas fast bowler has completed one-month drug banRabada is aiming to take 50th Australian Test wicket next monthSouth Africa’s pace spearhead Kagiso Rabada has been cleared to face Australia in the final of the World Test Championship at Lord’s next month. The 29-year-old had been under a provisional suspension since 1 April after testing positive for a recreational drug during a South African T20 match on 21 January.The South African Institute of Drug-free Sport announced on Mond
  
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• 948 games of experience OUT: Pies make mass changes, debutant ‘in the mix’ as big calls loom

  06-05-2025 04:24 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Collingwood will strategically manage three of its best players for its Thursday night clash with Fremantle while another will be briefly sidelined through injury.
  
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• Knicks stun Celtics as defending champions make unwanted NBA playoffs history in collapse

  06-05-2025 04:20 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Nobody gave the Knicks a shot in this Eastern Conference semifinal series.
  
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• Aussie son of legend takes huge step as rising golf star earns US nod

  06-05-2025 04:07 via foxsports.com.au
  
  After a golden summer in Australia helped raise his profile on the global stage, Elvis Smylie has been granted an opportunity to test his talent against the world’s best in the US PGA Championship next week at Quail Hollow.
  
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• ‘Listen, we’ve got six’: How an NBA star came to play on a Monday night in Frankston – and why it almost didn’t happen

  06-05-2025 04:06 via smh.com.au
  
  Josh Giddey could soon sign a whopping $250 million contract with the Chicago Bulls, but it didn’t stop him from playing in a men’s Monday night competition in Frankston.
  
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• Madge’s shock backflip as Broncos seek No.6 answer; Rabbitohs’ big boost: Team Tips

  06-05-2025 04:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cowboys lock Reuben Cotter has accepted a two match ban for a high tackle on Warriors forward Marata Niukore while the Raiders could receive a big boost.
  
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• Madge’s Mam backflip after big Broncos call; Bennett’s big halves boost: Team Tips

  06-05-2025 04:00 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Cowboys lock Reuben Cotter has accepted a two match ban for a high tackle on Warriors forward Marata Niukore while the Raiders could receive a big boost.
  
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• Former AFLW All Australian says 2025 season opener honours tradition

  06-05-2025 03:58 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFLW is returning to its roots by scheduling a Cartlon-Collingwood season opener, prompting mixed reactions from fans and experts in the women's game.
  
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• AFLW commentator says season opener honours history but calls for bigger stadium

  06-05-2025 03:58 via abc.net.au
  
  The AFLW is returning to its roots by scheduling a Cartlon-Collingwood season opener, prompting mixed reactions from fans and experts in the women's game.
  
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• Rival half backed to replace Hunt in brutal call; NSW to unleash enforcer in opener: Origin Scout

  06-05-2025 03:57 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Maroons legend Corey Parker has backed Tom Dearden to grab the utility role over veteran Ben Hunt for the State of Origin series opener later this month, while the former Queensland lock says coach Billy Slater has another big choice to make on his bench.
  
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• ‘Someone pinching him’: Matty’s warning over ‘special’ Knights star amid Brown’s $13m arrival

  06-05-2025 03:52 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Matty Johns is concerned the Knights could lose their most exciting young player in Fletcher Sharpe amid the arrival of Dylan Brown on a record $13 million 10-year deal.
  
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• 'This game's not going to go our way': NBA star crashes social game in Melbourne

  06-05-2025 03:42 via abc.net.au
  
  A social basketball team in Frankston did a double take when they saw Chicago Bulls star Josh Giddey suiting up for the opposition on Monday night.
  
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• Ravens make ‘football decision’ to cut star kicker Tucker amid sexual misconduct claims

  06-05-2025 03:33 via theguardian.com
  Ravens do not mention allegations in release announcementTucker denies allegations by massage therapistsThe Baltimore Ravens announced on Monday that they have decided to release Justin Tucker, months after reports that he was accused of inappropriate sexual behavior by massage therapists.The Ravens did not mention the allegations when they announced Tucker’s release on Monday, instead choosing to note the decision was for “football” reasons. Continue reading...
  
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• ‘Absolutely no chance’: Giddey’s classy act as Aussie NBA star shocks local basketball game

  06-05-2025 03:23 via foxsports.com.au
  
  It was supposed to be a standard game between Vales and Benny Boys in the local men’s competition in Frankston.
  
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• ‘No real filter’: Coach ‘welcomes’ ex-Dog’s cheeky dig… and why no Rioli sanction was ‘not surprising’

  06-05-2025 03:19 via foxsports.com.au
  Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says he “welcomes” the heightened Bailey Smith-sparked interest in his side’s Round 11 clash against Geelong, adamant the star midfielder’s swipe at his former club was cheeky in nature.
  
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• Rioli sent threatening messages to opposition player

  06-05-2025 03:13 via smh.com.au
  
  The AFL has made a call on Willie Rioli, after the Port Adelaide forward sent threatening messages to a Bulldogs player.
  
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• Benji’s Tigers revolution roars as heavyweights’ signings fall flat — Recruit Rater

  06-05-2025 02:55 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jarome Luai headlines a brilliant Tigers off-season recruit class that has helped turn the club around.
  
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• World No. 1 Jannik Sinner reveals ‘toughest part’ of anti-doping ban after getting hero’s welcome on return

  06-05-2025 02:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has received a hero’s welcome at home in Italy after returning from his three-month suspension for twice testing positive for traces of a banned substance.
  
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• Every NRL club’s recruits rated as underdogs get top marks and heavyweights fall flat

  06-05-2025 02:48 via foxsports.com.au
  
  Jarome Luai headlines a brilliant Tigers off-season recruit class that has helped turn the club around.
  
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