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Navratilova calls for Margaret Court Arena name change

Tennis great Martina Navratilova has called for Australian Open organisers to change the name of Margaret Court Arena.

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Slater speaks out after Origin snub

Billy Slater’s shock omission from Queensland’s squad for Origin I has been greeted with outrage and allegations of disloyalty, but the man himself has called for unity north of the border.

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St Helens sign Ben Barba

English Super League giants St Helens have signed Ben Barba to a two-and-a-half year deal.

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Maloney: 'I’m on the referees' radar'

NSW five-eighth James Maloney knows he’ll have more than just 17 angry Maroons to deal with in Origin I.

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Football fans explode over ABC's coverage of Sydney FC v Liverpool

Unimpressed football fans have unloaded on ABC’s coverage of Wednesday’s friendly between A-League champions Sydney FC and English Premier League giants Liverpool at ANZ Stadium.

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Battle between Bennett and QRL over Milford intensifies

The stoush between Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett and Queensland mentor Kevin Walters threatens to break out into all-out civil war after Johnathan Thurston let slip he’ll be given until game-day to prove his fitness for Origin I.

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Mitchell Pearce: ‘Life’s good’ after Blues recall

If recalled NSW half-back Mitchell Pearce is feeling the pressure ahead of next Wednesday’s Origin opener against Queensland, he’s doing an Oscar-winning job of hiding it.

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Hayne ready to be the difference maker in Origin I

Prodigal son Jarryd Hayne has vowed to repay NSW coach Laurie Daley’s faith after a high-profile former Blues player added his voice to criticism of The Hayne Plane’s selection at centre for Origin I.

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What time is the 2016-17 UEFA Champions League final?

Defending champions Real Madrid will battle Italian giants Juventus for the biggest club crown in Europe in the 2017 UEFA Champions League final at the National Stadium of Wales.

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What time is the 2016-17 FA Cup final?

Chelsea have already clinched the Premier League title and the Blues have the chance to add another prestigious trophy to the cabinet when they take on London rivals Arsenal in the 2016-17 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium.

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When is The Rugby Championship?

After the 2017 Super Rugby champion is crowned and the June Tests have been run and won, the southern hemisphere’s best will once again do battle in The Rugby Championship.

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When is the 2017 US Open Championship?

It wasn’t that long ago Sergio Garcia donned the Green Jacket after winning the US Masters - but the world’s best golfers are almost ready to battle out the second major of the year at the 2017 US Open.

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Buckley: Collingwood players still on board in 2017

As he watched the worst first quarter of his coaching tenure unfold he wanted to jump in his car, but besieged Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley believes his players’ response proves they are still on board the bus in 2017.

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Update: 'Dejected' Myles in doubt for Origin I

Manly coach Trent Barrett revealed Queensland veteran prop Nate Myles was in low spirits after he suffered a knee injury in Manly’s 30-10 victory over Gold Coast on Saturday night.

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DCE addresses Tallis' 'snide remarks'

Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans admits he had a point to prove in Saturday’s 30-10 victory over Gold Coast after the ‘snide remarks’ from Queensland great Gorden Tallis during the week.

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Beveridge: Bulldogs are 'a bit of an X-File at the moment'

Frustrated Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has likened his side’s sputtering start to the AFL season to 1990s science fiction hit The X-Files.

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Bennett enters Boyd-Slater Origin debate

Billy Slater is still a ‘wonderful player’ but Darius Boyd is better, that’s the opinion of Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett as debate rages over which superstar will be named full-back for Queensland.

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Bennett, Walters set for civil war over Milford

Queenslanders are always a united bunch come Origin time - but an ugly stoush is brewing between Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett and Maroons mentor Kevin Walters over Anthony Milford’s services.

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Tallis delivers scathing review of Cherry-Evans' Origin performances

Queensland great Gorden Tallis has suggested Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans’ infamous Gold Coast backflip could cost him future Maroons jumpers.

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All you need to know ahead of the 2017 French Open

It feels like only yesterday Serena Williams beat her sister Venus in the women’s final, whilst pregnant, before Roger Federer saw off old rival Rafael Nadal in five sets to win the men’s Australian Open crown - but the 2017 French Open is almost upon us.

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Forgotten Jennings still hopeful of Blues recall

He has been widely tipped to be the forgotten man when Laurie Daley reveals his NSW squad for Origin I on Monday night – but Parramatta centre Michael Jennings is still daring to dream of a Blues recall.

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Is Daley actually considering picking Mitchell for Origin I?

NSW coach Laurie Daley has declared Latrell Mitchell a future Origin player amid growing speculation the Sydney Roosters centre could be a Blues bolter for this year’s series opener.

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Daley optimistic on Woods' chances of Origin I return

Wests Tigers and NSW prop Aaron Woods has stormed back into contention for Origin I after he was named to make a miracle comeback against Brisbane on Friday night.

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Kyrgios suffers injury scare ahead of French Open

Nick Kyrgios is in doubt for the French Open after the controversial Australian pulled out of the Italian Open on Tuesday.

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Is injury-plagued Hayne worth the gamble for Daley's Blues?

Jarryd Hayne’s leg injury isn’t as serious as first feared but the Gold Coast veteran’s latest setback is still cause for concern for NSW coach Laurie Daley.

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Barrett: Trbojevic 'could be gone for the year'

Manly coach Trent Barrett says boom full-back Tom Trbojevic could miss the rest of the NRL season with an ankle injury suffered in Saturday’s 24-14 loss to Brisbane.

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Bennett: DCE dive will start an epidemic

Wayne Bennett has accused Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans taking a ‘deliberate’ spill late in Brisbane’s 24-14 victory and warned NRL fans to brace for a diving epidemic.

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WATCH: Oliver produces goal-of-the-year contender

Teenage sensation Clayton Oliver conjured a contender for goal-of-the-year in Melbourne’s upset-of-the-season over Adelaide on Saturday night.

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Beveridge: Bulldogs still trying 'to find ourselves again'

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge admits the defending AFL premiers are struggling to adjust to the increased intensity of their opponents after falling to the third loss of their title defence against West Coast on Friday night.

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McGregor: 'It was a forward pass'

St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor hopes the Dragons’ luck will turn soon after they were on the wrong end of two crucial calls in Friday’s 18-14 loss to Cronulla.

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Frustrated Cleary demands change to NRL's player transfer system

Frustrated Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary has declared the current player transfer system is damaging the NRL ‘product’ and distracting its players.

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Flanagan: Barba chapter is closed

He was instrumental in Cronulla’s maiden NRL premiership but coach Shane Flanagan has confirmed he has no interest in bringing Ben Barba back to The Shire.

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Hasler weighs in on controversial Bunker call

Canterbury coach Des Hasler believes The Bunker’s controversial obstruction call against Josh Jackson early in Thursday’s 30-14 loss to North Queensland could have gone either way.

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Morgan hits the front in race to replace Thurston for Origin I

If Queensland coach Kevin Walters’ assertion the battle to replace Johnathan Thurston in Origin I is a three-way race is true, we have a new front runner.

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Cheika: Cronk would be a star in rugby union

Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has encouraged the Waratahs to pursue Cooper Cronk but says the Australian Rugby Union won’t help poach the Melbourne Storm veteran from rugby league.

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REPORT: Ben Barba cut loose by Toulon

Ben Barba has reportedly been let go by French rugby club Toulon after a lacklustre start to his rugby career.

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WATCH: Maclaren bows out with brace in Roar's latest ACL loss

Departing star Jamie Maclaren scored a double in his final appearance for Brisbane but the Roar still finished their disastrous ACL campaign with a 3-2 loss to Ulsan Hyundai on Wednesday night.

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WATCH: Wanderers score late winner after early ACL goal fest

Western Sydney Wanderers have ended their disappointing Asian Champions League campaign on a high note with an entertaining 3-2 victory over Shanghai SIPG.

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Boyd: Slater deserves Maroons recall for Origin I

Incumbent Kangaroos and Queensland full-back Darius Boyd has all-but confirmed he is willing to give up his number-one jumper to allow Melbourne veteran Billy Slater to make his Origin return.

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Green hints Thurston is still a chance for Origin I

Paul Green didn’t want to add to speculation about Johnathan Thurston’s chances of playing for the Maroons in Origin I – but that’s exactly what the North Queensland coach did on Tuesday.

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WATCH: Deliberate out of bounds rule working well - Lethlean

AFL football operations manager Simon Lethlean has defended the officiating of the deliberate out of bounds rule amid a tidal wave of criticism from players, coaches and fans.

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Molan addresses affair allegations in emotional statement

‘Devastated’ Footy Show presenter Erin Molan rejected allegations she had an inappropriate relationship with millionaire accountant Anthony Bell in an emotional statement on Thursday night.

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WATCH: Sydney FC are ‘vulnerable’ - Troisi

Melbourne Victory attacking midfielder James Troisi has boldly declared Sydney FC are ‘vulnerable’ ahead of Sunday’s A-League grand final at Allianz Stadium.

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Lewis: Deliberate out of bounds rule has become 'ridiculous'

Melbourne midfielder Jordan Lewis believes the policing of the deliberate out of bounds rule has become ‘ridiculous’.

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WATCH: Cronk offers to talk to Milford about Storm switch

Departing Melbourne half-back Cooper Cronk says he’s happy to speak to Anthony Milford or any other player considering heading to the club amid reports the Storm have made a late play for the Brisbane five-eighth.

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WATCH: England players back 'Australian' team-mates Heighington, McQueen

England players have united behind Australian-born team-mates Chris Heighington and Chris McQueen ahead of Saturday’s Test against Samoa at Campbelltown Sports Stadium.

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WATCH: Upbeat Waratahs eyeing top spot in Aussie conference

The Waratahs aren’t getting carried away after Saturday’s vital victory over the Reds but are still gunning for top spot in the Australian conference, according to five-eighth Bernard Foley.

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Johns: Graham 'the most important signing' in Knights history

Matthew Johns has urged Newcastle Knights to do everything in their power to sign Canterbury prop James Graham, declaring the Englishman could be ‘as big a legend as Paul Harragon’.

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Disappointed Gallen hits back at Fletcher's 'selfish' dig

Paul Gallen has fired back at rugby league personality Bryan Fletcher over the latter’s harsh criticism of his decision to play for City against Country on Sunday.

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Longmire: Rohan 'moving and awake' after sickening fall

Sydney coach John Longmire admits he had serious concerns for Gary Rohan as the Swans forward lay motionless on the MCG turf for around a minute after a sickening clash in Saturday’s 19-point loss to Carlton.

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Injury Crisis: Will Meninga finally turn to Fifita?

Injuries to Kangaroos props Aaron Woods and Shannon Boyd on Saturday night could leave coach Mal Meninga scrambling to find two new big boppers for Friday’s Anzac Test against New Zealand.

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Gallen denies dive, Cleary blames Bunker

Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary put the blame squarely on The Bunker after falling for Paul Gallen’s soccer-style theatrics – but the man himself denied taking a dive in Cronulla’s 22-16 victory at Leichhardt Oval.

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Griffin has his say on The Bunker's latest howler

It was The Bunker decision that almost melted Twitter, but Penrith coach Anthony Griffin wasn’t blaming the refs after the Panthers’ latest loss.

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Broncos, Blues sweating on James Roberts scans

The only question James Roberts should have been pondering after Brisbane’s 32-18 victory over Penrith is what he’ll look like in a NSW jumper in Origin I next month.

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WATCH: NRL powerless to stop Bulldogs' City-Country boycott - Grant

ARLC chairman John Grant doesn’t like it but admits the NRL is powerless to stop Canterbury’s boycott of the City-Country fixture.

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WATCH: Bombers players confronted Worsfold over media comments

Essendon coach John Worsfold has revealed his senior players confronted him over his controversial claim the Bombers had ‘hit the wall’ after their 65-point thrashing at the hands of Adelaide in Round 4.

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WATCH: 'Not far off but we're a mile off' - Buckley

Collingwood are ‘not far off but we’re a mile off’ – that was the confusing message from besieged coach Nathan Buckley after the 18-point loss to Essendon on Anzac Day.

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WATCH: Robinson lauds Pearce after Anzac Day thriller

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson singled out enigmatic half-back Mitchell Pearce for special praise after the Chooks’ 13-12 golden-point win over St George Illawarra on Anzac Day.

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Gareth Widdop facing lengthy stint on the sidelines

St George Illawarra are bracing for a lengthy period without Gareth Widdop after the skipper went down with a knee injury in the Saints’ 13-12 golden-point loss to the Sydney Roosters on Anzac Day.

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WATCH: Bellamy lauds Foran ahead of Anzac Day clash

All indications are that Kieran Foran won’t end up in Melbourne next season – but the Kiwi international definitely has a big fan in Storm coach Craig Bellamy.

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Green challenges 'indecisive' Morgan to break out of form slump

North Queensland coach Paul Green has called on struggling playmaker and Kangaroos candidate Michael Morgan to stop second-guessing himself in order to escape his current form slump.

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WATCH: Swans not done yet - Longmire

They are off to their worst start to a season since 1993 but coach John Longmire is hopeful there’s still time to resuscitate Sydney’s campaign after their 42-point loss to Greater Western Sydney.

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Flanagan admits Sharks' home form is a worry

Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan questioned his players’ attitude and admits the reigning premiers’ poor home form is becoming a problem after Saturday’s 16-12 loss to Gold Coast.

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Maguire loses his mind over controversial calls in loss to Broncos

Michael Maguire is the master of the boring post-match press conference but the furious South Sydney coach gave one of the more entertaining performances following his side’s controversial 25-24 loss to Brisbane at ANZ Stadium.

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WATCH: Hodgson sledges Walker

Feisty Canberra hooker Josh Hodgson had some helpful advice for Dylan Walker after the Manly kicker sprayed what should have been a match-winning conversion on Friday night.

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WATCH: Jordan Rapana’s contender for try of the year

It didn’t end up winning Canberra the game and we see these types of finishes all the time these days – but Jordan Rapana’s 73rd-minute finish against Manly was special.

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Jilted Wests Tigers fans unleash on 'disloyal' Tedesco

Emotional Wests Tigers fans have unleashed on James Tedesco after the star full-back reportedly decided to jump ship and sign with the Sydney Roosters.

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Bulldogs fans furious with Foran signing

It’s no surprise there was anger among fans over Kieran Foran’s reported decision to sign with Canterbury for next season – but the source of most of the fury is slightly shocking.

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Twitter divided over Burgess verdict

Twitter was outraged about the Sam Burgess shoulder charge case but most of the anger was directed at the NRL - not the big Englishman.

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WATCH: Swans to welcome back the cavalry against Giants - Longmire

Sydney coach John Longmire is confident as many as four of his injured stars will be available for selection in Saturday’s local derby against Greater Western Sydney.

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Time travel the secret to Bob Murphy's longevity

Bob Murphy admits he was ‘touch and go’ about whether to play on after the second ACL injury of his illustrious career but says the ‘child-like joy’ he still gets from playing the game led him to return.

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WATCH: Scott addresses Parsons' shocking elbow on Hodge

Geelong coach Chris Scott is hopeful Sam Menegola won’t have a case to answer but sounded less confident about rookie James Parsons after the latter’s ugly elbow on Luke Hodge on Easter Monday.

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Clarkson: Hawks' 'rubbish' footy is temporary

Alastair Clarkson admits Hawthorn are playing ‘rubbish’ but the premiership-winning coach is still clinging to the belief his players can salvage something out of the 2017 AFL campaign.

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Confusion reigns at Tigers over Moses’ future

If Wests Tigers five-eighth Mitchell Moses is granted a release to join Parramatta on Tuesday, it will come as a surprise to both player and coach Ivan Cleary.

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Eade plays down Lynch’s stellar showing

Gold Coast coach Rodney Eade clearly doesn’t want forward Tom Lynch to believe the hype that will follow his seven-goal haul in Saturday’s 26-point win over Carlton.

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Worsfold admits Bombers have 'hit the wall'

Essendon coach John Worsfold admitted his side have ‘hit the wall’ after Saturday’s 65-point thrashing at the hands of ladder leaders Adelaide.

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Green: Asiata the right man for the job

John Asiata wasn’t the first name most NRL experts and fans would have thought of as the man to replace future Immortal Johnathan Thurston at half-back – but Paul Green knew the 104kg lock was his man.

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WATCH: Cloke suffered suspected broken rib - Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge revealed forward Travis Cloke is facing a possible stint on the sidelines after suffering a suspected broken rib in a heavy challenge from North Melbourne skipper Jack Ziebell on Good Friday.

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WATCH: Scott still a fan of ruck rule despite howler

His side was on the wrong end of a shocking third-man-up call in Friday’s narrow loss to the Western Bulldogs, but North Melbourne coach Brad Scott is still a fan of the controversial rule.

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Knights jilted but not giving up hope after Bird snub

Newcastle coach Nathan Brown admits it was a bitter blow to lose the race for Cronulla superstar Jack Bird but believes it’s only a matter of time before the Knights lure a big-name recruit to the club.

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Wayne Bennett spars with media after last-gasp win

His side had just won a Good Friday thriller over Gold Coast with a miraculous 78th-minute try but Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett still found a reason to have a crack at the media after the 24-22 victory.

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Earl regrets Dank association as he eyes NRL return

Disgraced former NRL journeyman Sandor Earl regrets his decision to seek treatment from Stephen Dank but declared he has become a ‘student of the game’ as he plots his NRL return.

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WATCH: Menzel admits Cats are wary of wounded Hawks

Geelong forward Daniel Menzel says it’s ‘laughable’ to suggest Hawthorn won’t put up a fight in the blockbuster clash at the MCG on Easter Monday.

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WATCH: Less interchanges won't solve concussion problem - Bellamy

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy believes it would be a big mistake to reduce the number of interchanges from eight to six amid persistent rumours the NRL is set to implement the change.

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Bellamy: ‘Untidy’ mid-season moves not fair to fans

He has expertly exploited the system in the past but Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy believes the rule that allows players to switch clubs mid-season isn’t a good look for the NRL.

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WATCH: Tigers team-mates say Moses is still one of us

He is expected to switch allegiances to Parramatta as early as next week, but Mitch Moses’ Wests Tigers team-mates have full confidence their five-eighth will give maximum effort against the Eels on Easter Monday.

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WATCH: Super Rugby bloodshed 'tragic' but necessary - Pulver

As the Western Force launched legal action against the Australian Rugby Union’s decision to axe one Australian Super Rugby franchise, defiant CEO Bill Pulver declared the culling ‘tragic’ but necessary.

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WATCH: 200th-gamer Thomas admits 'ducking' tag is annoying

North Melbourne forward Lindsay Thomas says he has learned to laugh off his reputation as a ‘ducker and diver’ but admits the tag is a little annoying as he prepares to play his 200th AFL game against the Western Bulldogs on Good Friday.

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Green: It's our turn for an injury crisis

Paul Green bristled a bit when asked about Johnathan Thurston’s calf injury, but the North Queensland coach was more philosophical than filthy after his best player joined an already bulging casualty ward on Saturday night.

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Cleary urges Moses to stay at the Tigers

All the mail say he’s leaving – possibly before the end of this season – but new coach Ivan Cleary doesn’t sound like he’s ready to let five-eighth Mitchell Moses walk out the door without a fight.

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Broncos set for early taste of life without Ben Hunt

Brisbane will get an early glimpse into what life without Ben Hunt will be like, with the St George Illawarra-bound half-back set to miss several weeks with a hamstring injury.

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For Sale: Nick Kyrgios selling his BMW ... on Facebook

What do you do when you’re a world-famous tennis star and you need to offload that pesky BMW that’s clogging up the family garage? Sell it on Facebook, of course.

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WATCH: Taylor has no regrets over Farah feud

Dumped Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor insists he has no regrets over his failed stint at the club – including his ugly feud with former skipper Robbie Farah.

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WATCH: Buddy lifts lid on working with Plugger

He’s arguably the biggest drawcard in the AFL but Sydney forward Lance Franklin admits even he's been a little star struck when working with the Swans’ new kicking coach Tony Lockett.

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WATCH: VAR could supersede goal-line technology - O'Rourke

A-League boss Greg O’Rourke believes the introduction of video assistant referees (VAR) starting this weekend could spell the end of the goal-line technology currently used in the English Premier League.

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WATCH: Kyrgios in 'the best place I've ever been'

Controversial Australian Nick Kyrgios has credited his Davis Cup team-mates for his recent turnaround in both attitude and results.

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WATCH: Boak reveals the secret to stopping Betts

Port Adelaide captain Travis Boak has revealed his side’s top secret plan to shut down goal-scoring freak Eddie Betts in Saturday’s Showdown at the Adelaide Oval – don’t let him touch the Sherrin.

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WATCH: Cleary not chasing Cleary

New Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary says he has no plans to poach his highly-rated son Nathan from Penrith … yet.

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Stuart: ‘Teams are ready for us now’

They still boast one of the most potent attacks in the NRL but Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says the days of his team racking up cricket scores on opponents are over.

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Super Smith sets record for most NRL wins

Melbourne captain Cameron Smith expressed his desire for more premierships after breaking Darren Lockyer’s record for most NRL wins in Saturday’s 28-6 victory over Penrith.

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Buckley under fire after Pies stumble to second-straight loss

Under-fire Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley was forced to deflect questions about his own future after admitting his players couldn’t ‘maintain the rage’ in Thursday’s 19-point loss to Richmond.

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Wayne Bennett shames Jordan Kahu after loss to Bulldogs

He has staunchly defended his players for over three decades but Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett threw Jordan Kahu under the bus after the winger’s match-turning brain snap in Thursday’s 10-7 loss to Canterbury.

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WATCH: Bombers have moved on from Round 1 - Stanton

Midfielder Brent Stanton admits Essendon’s Round 1 victory over Hawthorn will always hold special meaning but claims the Bombers have moved on from the emotional win.

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WATCH: Aaron Woods' brutally honest admission ahead of Dragons clash

Wests Tigers skipper Aaron Woods admits he’s worried his players could suffer from an emotional letdown ahead of Sunday’s crucial clash against St George Illawarra at ANZ Stadium.

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WATCH: 'Desperate' Foran to make smart decision on dodgy hammy

Warriors recruit Kieran Foran is ‘desperate’ to make his debut for his new club this weekend but insists he won’t risk further damage to his troublesome hamstring if he is not fully fit.

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WATCH: We support Des … at the moment – Eastwood

Canterbury forward Greg Eastwood’s attempts to take the pressure off embattled coach Des Hasler at Tuesday’s media session didn’t quite go as planned.

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Postecoglou fires back at critics after Socceroos break drought

Frustrated Socceroos coach Ange Postecoglou launched a passionate defence of both himself and his new tactical formation after Tuesday’s crucial victory over United Arab Emirates.

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Pauli Pauli in line for shock Knights return

Newcastle prop Pauli Pauli is set to make a sooner-than expected return from a dislocated hip after he was named in the Knights’ Intrust Super Premiership side to face the Newtown Jets on Saturday.

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WATCH: Hawks not old and slow – Smith

Hawthorn vice-captain Isaac Smith has rejected suggestions the Hawks are old and slow after they were exposed at times by Essendon during Saturday’s 25-point loss.

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WATCH: Daley discusses Farah's Origin prospects

He openly considered both retirement and a stint in England at the end of last season – but veteran hooker Robbie Farah is firmly in the mix to retain his NSW jumper in 2017, Blues coach Laurie Daley has confirmed.

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Hasler: Broncos clash can't come soon enough after Brookie debacle

Besieged Bulldogs coach Des Hasler has welcomed the short turnaround ahead of their Round 5 clash against Brisbane after a humiliating 36-0 loss to Manly on Saturday night.

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Flanagan: I lied to my players

Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan has confessed to lying to his players in the lead up to Saturday’s 20-6 victory over Parramatta.

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WATCH: Bolton bullish about Blues youngsters

He may have just watched his side lose their season-opener to a rampant Richmond, but Carlton coach Brendon Bolton was bullish about the Blues’ future following Thursday’s 43-point loss.

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Maguire defends Burgess handling after head knock

Michael Maguire has defended South Sydney’s handling of Sam Burgess after the big Englishman was allowed to stay on the field for four minutes while concussed in Thursday’s 20-6 loss to the Sydney Roosters.

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Paul Kent goes off on Wayne Bennett over Benji Marshall claims

Veteran News Limited journalist Paul Kent has hit back hard at Wayne Bennett after the legendary Brisbane coach accused the scribe of making up a story about two of his players.

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Woods: Family comes before 'Big Four'

Wests Tigers skipper Aaron Woods openly admits he will put his family ahead of the so-called ‘Big Four’ before signing his next NRL deal.

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WATCH: Heppell to learn from Watson, leadership group

Dyson Heppell openly admits he has a lot to learn and says he won't be shy about picking the brain of the man he replaced as Essendon captain ahead of Saturday’s Round 1 blockbuster against Hawthorn.

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WATCH: Roughead not over-hyping his return

It is the comeback all Hawthorn fans and most of the AFL world have been waited for – but Jarryd Roughead insists he's approaching his first outing back from a cancer scare as just another game.

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Burgess wary of ‘danger man’ Keary

South Sydney veteran Sam Burgess has warned team-mates Sydney Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary will be primed ‘for a big one’ when he takes on his old club for the first time on Thursday night.

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Sam Burgess: People forget how young George is

Sam Burgess has alluded to his brother George’s age in an attempt to explain his younger sibling’s brain snap in Saturday’s spiteful clash against Newcastle.

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Griffin bites his tongue after controversial calls

Penrith coach Anthony Griffin resisted the temptation to blow up over two crucial calls that cost his men victory over the Sydney Roosters on Saturday night.

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Barrett admits off-field drama 'doesn't help' after shock win

Relieved Manly coach Trent Barrett hopes Saturday’s shock 30-8 road victory over North Queensland can kick-start the Sea Eagles’ season after a ‘horror week’ on the northern beaches.

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Smith expecting big things from 'rusty' Slater after successful return

Cameron Smith admits he was just relieved Billy Slater got through Thursday’s 14-12 win over Brisbane unscathed - but the Melbourne captain expects the veteran full-back to inflict serious damage on NRL opponents in the coming weeks.

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Bellamy: Munster suffered broken jaw

Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster is expected to be sidelined for four-to-six weeks after breaking his jaw in the Storm’s thrilling 14-12 victory over Brisbane on Thursday night.

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Karmichael Hunt to be tested at altitude

Karmichael Hunt has experienced pretty much everything on the sporting field but the code-hopper knows nothing can really prepare him for the pain he’s about to experience against the Lions at altitude.

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Folau still uncomfortable in new role

Waratahs superstar Israel Folau admits his transition from his preferred positon at full-back to outside centre is still very much a work in progress.

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Pendlebury: No need to rush Wells

Collingwood captain Scott Pendlebury has endorsed the club’s decision to rule prize recruit Daniel Wells out of their AFL season opener against the Western Bulldogs.

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WATCH: Clarke says Australia has lost X-factor

Former Australia captain Michael Clarke has lamented the loss of ‘X-factor’ Mitchell Starc ahead of the third Test against India in Ranchi.

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Stuart thanks Sharks for reality check

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart slammed his players but declared Saturday’s 42-16 hammering at the hands of reigning premiers Cronulla ‘a wonderful thing’.

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Hayne Plane grounded indefinitely

Jarryd Hayne is no chance to face former club Parramatta on Friday night and is likely facing a lengthy stint on the sidelines, according to Gold Coast coach Neil Henry.

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Robinson publicly shames Keary: 'You can't do that'

He was one of the best players on the field but Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson called out new recruit Luke Keary after Thursday’s 28-24 victory over Canterbury.

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Smith: Hawks not set for a fall just yet

Vice-captain Isaac Smith is adamant Hawthorn will still be a major factor in 2017 despite the growing belief among critics the Hawks’ golden era is already over.

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WATCH: Pavlich tips Fyfe to thrive in captaincy

Fremantle Dockers legend Matthew Pavlich has endorsed Nat Fyfe’s captaincy appointment but concedes there will be growing pains as the gun midfielder adapts to his new role.

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WATCH: Pendlebury won’t rule out player strike

Collingwood captain Scott Pendlebury has turned up the heat on the AFL after revealing players are openly discussing the prospect of going on strike if negotiations over the new collective bargaining agreement break down.

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WATCH: Green not buying Cronk rumours

Manly five-eighth Blake Green has heard the rumours former team-mate Cooper Cronk is considering quitting rugby league at the end of the 2017 season – and he’s not buying them.

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WATCH: Moses felt sorry for Inglis

Five-eighth Mitchell Moses says he felt sorry for injured South Sydney veteran Greg Inglis while Wests Tigers skipper Aaron Woods claims his players didn’t target the superstar full-back in Friday’s season opener out of respect.

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WATCH: Why is Nick Kyrgios actually excited to play a tennis match?

He has publicly admitted he doesn’t love tennis and tanked matches on more than one occasion, but self-confessed basketball tragic Nick Kyrgios has promised maximum effort in Tuesday’s BNP Paribas Showdown at Madison Square Garden.

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WATCH: Keary sparkles in Roosters debut

Young gun Latrell Mitchell scored a hat-trick but prize recruit Luke Keary stole the show with a sparkling debut in the Sydney Roosters’ 32-18 victory over Gold Coast.

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Don’t ask Mary McGregor about last season

Even though he was the one who first brought it up, St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor was in no mood to talk about last season after his side’s 42-10 upset win over premiership favourites Penrith.

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Bennett fingers those responsible for trying to bring him down

Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett has suggested recent talk he has lost his aura is all part of a Sydney vendetta against him.

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WATCH: NRL set to block Matt Lodge's return

Todd Greenberg says it is unlikely controversial prop Matt Lodge will be allowed to return to the NRL this season, but he left the door ajar for the former Wests Tigers player to start training with the Brisbane Broncos.

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WATCH: Trbojevic ready to apply lessons learned in Kangaroos camp

Boom Manly prop Jake Trbojevic was already one of the best young props in the NRL – but the local junior is ready to take his game to new heights after making his Kangaroos debut in last year’s Four Nations.

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WATCH: Haylett-Petty excited to stay in Perth after re-signing with ARU

Wallabies rising star Dane Haylett-Petty says his desire to stay in Perth and a hunger for more Wallabies jerseys made the decision to resign with the Australian Rugby Union (ARU) and Western Force until the end of 2019 an easy call.

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NRL v Super League fixtures relevant again after whitewash

After years of Australian dominance the annual World Club Challenge and Series fixtures are alive and well after the English clubs pulled off rare whitewash.

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WATCH: Popovic quietly confident of upset in Sydney derby

Western Sydney Wanderers coach Tony Popovic says it would be a mistake to focus on being the first team to beat Sydney FC this season - but insists his side has the game to topple the A-League leaders in Saturday’s Sydney Derby.

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WATCH: Hooper admits Tahs have big shoes to fill in 2017

Waratahs captain Michael Hooper admits the off-season departure of key players has left a major void to fill on the eve of the 2017 Super Rugby season.

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WATCH: Reds veteran George Smith to miss final trial match

Queensland Reds coach Nick Stiles will resist the temptation to unleash veteran flanker George Smith in the Valentines Day trial against the Melbourne Rebels at Ballymore.

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Meninga: Croker injury 'nothing major'

World All Stars coach Mal Meninga has suggested Canberra captain Jarrod Croker’s ‘mystery’ knee injury is not as serious as first feared.

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WATCH: Bolt won't hold grudge over lost medal

Sprint king Usain Bolt admits he’s ‘disappointed’ after being stripped of an Olympic relay medal but has no ill feelings towards team-mate Nesta Carter.

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Larkham: Dream not over for Lealiifano

Brumbies coach Stephen Larkham is clinging to the hope playmaker Christian Lealiifano will play for the Canberra club this season, insisting ‘the dream isn't over' for the former Wallaby.

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Kevin Proctor: Storm departure bitter sweet

Gold Coast Titans recruit Kevin Proctor has revealed the decision to leave the Melbourne Storm came down to a choice between two families.

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WATCH: McCullum snaps bat with wild swipe

Perth Scorchers bowlers weren’t the only ones to feel pain in Thursday’s nine-wicket loss to the Brisbane Heat, with the bat of Kiwi veteran Brendon McCullum meeting its demise after a brutal blow.

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Lehmann: Maddinson's future still bright

Axed batsman Nic Maddinson hasn’t played his last Test match despite being dumped from the Australia squad for the third Test against Pakistan at the SCG, according to coach Darren Lehmann.

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Finch expecting the worst after Bravo injury blow

Melbourne Renegades skipper Aaron Finch admits losing West Indies import Dwayne Bravo for the rest of the Big Bash League tournament would be a ‘huge blow’.

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Fans savage ICC over Voges selection, Smith snub

Cricket fans have blasted the ICC’s Test Team of the Year after axed Australian Adam Voges – and three English batters - were selected ahead of number-one ranked batsman Steve Smith.

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Naitanui: Sam Mitchell now biggest celebrity in Perth

Injured West Coast Eagles superstar Nic Naitanui has joked new recruit Sam Mitchell has already surpassed him as the biggest celebrity in Perth.

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Brad Hogg ready to make an impact for Renegades

He’ll be wearing a different uniform but former Perth Scorchers leggie Brad Hogg has promised to bring his childlike energy and exuberance to the Melbourne Renegades in the upcoming Big Bash League campaign.

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Fifita expected to escape suspension

Cronulla prop Andrew Fifita will cop a fine of up to $20,000 but is unlikely to be suspended for his controversial support of convicted one-punch killer Kieran Loveridge, according to reports.

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Hayne not taking NSW Origin return for granted

Code-hopper Jarryd Hayne has played down his Origin prospects in 2017 as he prepares to tackle his first pre-season since returning from his brief stint in the NFL.

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Mills and Delly star as Spurs and Bucks win, LeBron celebrates 13th anniversary in style

Aussie point guards Patty Mills and Matthew Dellavedova both made major contributions as San Antonio and Milwaukee both posted victories on an action-packed Sunday (AEDT) in the NBA.

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Sharks kept scrum trick-play a secret from own players

Coach Shane Flanagan was too paranoid to practice it at training in case Craig Bellamy’s spies were watching and most Cronulla players were kept in the dark about the trick-play that set up Ben Barba’s crucial first-half try.

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Bellamy: ‘I wish he had passed it’

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has lamented Will Chambers’ decision not to slip the ball to an unmarked Cooper Cronk late in Sunday’s NRL grand final loss to Cronulla.

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What time does the 2016 NRL grand final start?

The Melbourne Storm and Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks will meet in the 2016 NRL Grand Final at ANZ Stadium on Sunday, October 2 at 7.15pm AEDT.

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Stuart hails ‘tough Pom’ Hodgson

Canberra hooker Josh Hodgson was in doubt for the semi-final clash against Penrith all week with an ankle injury, but that was only the half of his pre-game problems.

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Stuart warns ‘arrogant’ Raiders

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has ordered his players to tone down their arrogance with the football or risk being embarrassed by Melbourne in next Saturday’s preliminary final at AAMI Park.

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Parker filthy over Gillett brain snap

Departing Brisbane forward Corey Parker admits he thought the Broncos would close out victory over North Queensland before a moment of madness from team-mate Matt Gillett changed everything in Friday’s NRL semi-final.

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Johns: Foran and Bulldogs a perfect match

Matty Johns has declared Kieran Foran would transform Canterbury into a top-four side should the Kiwi international decide to reunite with coach Des Hasler in 2017.

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Gallen stirs the pot over Roberts judiciary case

He might have retired from Origin football but former NSW skipper Paul Gallen still can’t resist any opportunity to fire a shot north of the border.

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Gallen breaks silence after 'freak accident'

Cronulla captain Paul Gallen admits he has no idea if he can recover from a back injury in time for the Sharks’ preliminary final clash against Brisbane or North Queensland next Friday.

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Archer: Refs are doing a good job

Gold Coast coach Neil Henry was ‘flabbergasted’ while outspoken commentator Phil Gould was left ‘deflated’ and 'speechless' after several controversial calls on Friday night – but referees boss Tony Archer insists his men are doing a good job.

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‘Flabbergasted’ Henry savages refs after season-ending loss

Furious Gold Coast coach Neil Henry demanded answers from referees boss Tony Archer and urged the media to hammer match officials after Friday’s 44-28 elimination final loss to Brisbane.

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Furious McEnroe calls for Kyrgios to quit

Furious McEnroe calls for Kyrgios to retire from tennis

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Anthony Watmough posts emotional Father's Day message

Former NRL bad boy Anthony Watmough has posted a heartfelt Father’s Day message detailing his love for his children and urging dads who are doing it tough not to give up.

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Is this the end of the Smith-Gallen feud?

Melbourne skipper Cameron Smith has praised Cronulla after Paul Gallen and co stayed on the field to watch the Storm accept the minor premiership trophy on Saturday night.

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Hasler: Bottle throw an 'impetuous moment'

Canterbury coach Des Hasler claims the alleged bottle-throwing incident at the end of Friday’s loss to South Sydney as a bit of harmless fun between good mates.

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Gallen: Bring back the biff

Cronulla captain Paul Gallen says the shoving matches that have become commonplace in NRL are worse for the game than old-fashioned biffo.

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Kyrgios, Tomic on US Open collision course

Aussie bad boys Nick Kyrgios and Bernard Tomic could square-off in the third round of the US Open at Flushing Meadows.

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Bellamy admits he's worried after Broncos loss

They entered Friday’s clash against Brisbane with a chance to seal the minor premiership but Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy admits he left AAMI Park concerned about his side’s form ahead of the NRL finals.

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Arthur puts Eels on notice

Parramatta’s NRL finals hopes were finally extinguished on Saturday night but coach Brad Arthur warned his players he won’t tolerate a drop in standards for the rest of the season.

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New Parramatta boss unconvinced on Hayne

The man charged with fixing the mess that is the Parramatta Eels admits he would love to have Jarryd Hayne back at the club but remains skeptical about the chances of fitting the code-hopper under the salary cap.

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Dank called journalist he once tried to sue after shooting

Well-known journalist Danny Weidler was among the first people disgraced sports scientist Stephen Dank called in the minutes after he was shot in the head on Saturday morning.

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Furious Broncos fans turn on their own after Penrith loss

They are considered among the most loyal fans in the NRL but frustrated Broncos supporters unleashed on Wayne Bennett’s side after Friday’s shock 31-12 loss to Penrith on Friday night.

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Inglis cops ban over shoulder charge, Dugan set for surgery

Queensland veteran Greg Inglis has copped a three week ban for his shoulder charge that left NSW centre Josh Dugan with a cracked jaw, taking the early plea for the shot.

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Daley: 'The last thing I was expecting was a try'

It was the try that saved his Origin job but NSW coach Laurie Daley had already stopped watching when Michael Jennings scored the match-winner in the Blues’ 18-14 last-gasp victory over Queensland in Game 3.

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'Pest' Kyrgios says sorry for offensive comment

Nick Kyrgios has apologised for calling his entire Wimbledon support team ‘retarded’.

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Ray 'Rabs' Warren admits Origin kick-off is too late

Legendary Channel Nine commentator Ray Warren admits he’d prefer an earlier start time for State of Origin but doesn’t believe the late kick-off stops children from watching the interstate clash.

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McGuire stokes Origin fire with unsportsmanlike tweet

Queensland prop Josh McGuire has put a giant target on his back ahead of Origin III after posting an inflammatory tweet following Queensland’s series-clinching 26-16 victory at Suncorp Stadium.

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Where to for NSW from here?

Defiant NSW coach Laurie Daley has declared he’ll stick solid with his veteran players for Game 3 despite calls to axe retiring skipper Paul Gallen and other ageing Blues for the dead-rubber clash.

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Gus Gould weighs in on Taylor-Farah feud

Penrith boss Phil Gould has defended Wests Tigers Jason Taylor’s decision to bench Robbie Farah and says the alleged feud between the coach and former skipper is a creation of the media.

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Defiant Taylor stands by Farah decision

Defiant Wests Tigers coach Jason Taylor is adamant his decision to bench NSW hooker Robbie Farah in Friday’s 30-14 upset win over South Sydney was the right call.

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Manly: We have not been contacted by police over match-fixing

Besieged Manly officials have broken their silence over the NRL match-fixing scandal, insisting they support life bans if any player is found guilty of deliberately throwing games.

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Toovey: 'No Ryan Tandy moments' in Manly games

Former Manly coach Geoff Toovey says he has no reason to suspect any of his players were involved in match fixing during his time at the club.

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Shoulder injury adds to Foran's woes

He needed an injection to complete his comeback game and will return to Queensland for further treatment for personal issues – but coach Brad Arthur is confident Kieran Foran will still play against Newcastle next Monday.

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Hayne survives first cut, 49ers sign second Aussie

Jarryd Hayne has escaped the axe for now and has a new Australian team-mate after the San Francisco 49ers signed offensive lineman Blake Muir to a three-year deal.

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Sharks fans bite their own over anniversary logos

Long-suffering Cronulla fans have turned on the club’s marketing department after the Sharks asked for help picking a logo to commemorate the club’s 50th anniversary in 2017 on their official Facebook page.

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Video: Kyrgios' 'moment of genius'

Nick Kyrgios is many things but boring isn’t one of them.

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Meninga fuming over Gould's Kangaroos criticism

New Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga questioned Phil Gould’s credentials after the outspoken commentator called for widespread changes to the Australia side during Friday’s 16-0 victory over New Zealand.

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Video: Is this the worst knee injury ever?

Sevilla substitute Michael Krohn-Dehli suffered one of the worst injuries you'll ever see in his side’s 2-2 draw with Shakhtar Donetsk in the Europa League semi-final.

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Maguire slams 'garbage' Bunnies

Michael Maguire never criticizes his players in public – but the South Sydney coach broke his rule in a big way after Thursday’s disastrous 30-22 loss to an undermanned Wests Tigers.

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Maguire: Are we playing rugby league?

Furious South Sydney coach Michael Maguire says ‘old-time players’ will be left questioning the direction of the game after Sam Burgess was penalised for his hit on Joe Ofahengaue in Friday’s spiteful clash against Brisbane.

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