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Opetaia vs. Squeo expert prediction, odds for cruiserweight title fight

Can Jai Opetaia continue his reign as cruiserweight champion or will Claudio Squeo spring a major upset? Our expert prediction and betting tips ahead of the world title showdown on the Gold Coast.

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'How long can he last?': Opetaia lays down challenge to undefeated opponent

Normally the one dishing out the damage from the opening bell, Jai Opetaia is expecting to start the fight in bomb defusal mode when he faces undefeated challenger Claudio Squeo on Sunday.

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Australia's Cherneka Johnson has been parachuted into a fight for the undisputed bantamweight title on just over a month's notice.

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'They'll know after': Huni's promise ahead of hostile takeover on Wardley's turf

Australian heavyweight Justis Huni is promising to deliver a memorable performance when he goes deep into enemy territory to face Fabio Wardley this weekend.

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Josh Addo-Carr's time at Parramatta will officially extend into a second season after the club chose to active an option in their favour for 2026.

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Blues' mind game win, QLD's big calls and all the wash up from Game 1

We take a look at the key moments, what you might have missed and the ramifications to come from the State of Origin series opener following the Blues' 18-6 win at Suncorp Stadium.

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State of Origin tips: Game 1 betting preview, odds

Queensland will host New South Wales in the 2025 State of Origin opener. The Sporting News provides predictions and best bets for Maroons vs. Blues Game 1.

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EXCLUSIVE: Crawford on Canelo, Tszyu and Hitchins vs. Kambosos

Terence Crawford has opened up on the Tim Tszyu showdown which never eventuated, as well as his forthcoming blockbuster megafight with Canelo Alvarez.

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Judiciary: Henry, Mulitalo and Starling banned

All the judiciary charges and results from round 12 of the 2025 NRL season.

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Tom Eisenhuth has announced his retirement after 83 first-grade games.

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Bronson Garlick will join the Rabbitohs on a two-year deal from the start of the next season, seeing him join the club his father Sean captained.

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Pacquiao return locked in for blockbuster Tim Tszyu card

Boxing legend and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao has officially announced his return to the ring at the age of 46. Significantly for Australian fans, the fight is set to headline an event which will also feature Tim Tszyu's high-stakes rematch with Sebastian Fundora.

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AFL Teams: Geelong play mind games with Bailey Smith

We take a look at all the latest team news and tips ahead of round 11 of the 2025 AFL season.

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SBW not ruling out bombshell move if terms aren't met for Gallen fight

Sonny Bill Williams hasn’t ruled out the possibility of walking away from his fight with Paul Gallen if adequate drug testing isn’t involved.

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SBW lashes Gallen with doping accusations

Sonny Bill Williams has come out swinging at his long-time rival Paul Gallen after a boxing showdown between the pair was finally confirmed.

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SBW vs. Gallen boxing showdown finally locked in

The long-awaited clash between Sonny Bill Williams and Paul Gallen has finally been locked in, with the boxing showdown to take place on July 16 at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena.

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'There's a chance': Buckley drops coaching bombshell as rumours swirl

Nathan Buckley has given his strongest indication yet that he may throw his hat into the ring to be the inaugural coach of the Tasmanian AFL team.

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Queensland coach Billy Slater has opened up on the three debutants in his squad for the 2025 State of Origin series opener on May 28.

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Blues make call on Haas fitness following scans

The Blues camp have declared Payne Haas will be right to play in the Origin series opener at Suncorp Stadium on May 28.

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'They need to defend him': Slater backs Maroons bolter to handle the heat

Billy Slater has backed debutant Robert Toia to handle the heat against the stacked New South Wales backline in Game 1 of the 2025 State of Origin series at Suncorp Stadium in just over a week’s time.

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Who gets the nod? Round 11 wrap ahead of Blues' selection

Game 1 of the 2025 State of Origin series is nearly upon us and there's plenty of question marks around the make up of both teams. Round 11 shapes as the the final audition for some potential NSW Blues players, with Laurie Daley no doubt still mulling over some tight calls

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Who gets the nod? Round 11 wrap ahead of Maroons' selection

Game 1 of the 2025 State of Origin series is nearly upon us and there's plenty of question marks around the make up of both teams. Round 11 shapes as the the final audition for some potential QLD Maroons players, with Billy Slater no doubt still mulling over some tight calls

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'Remember it for next time': Bevo returns serve amid allegations of 'cultural disrespect'

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has hit back at the suggestion from Port Adelaide president David Koch that Willie Rioli was provoked with a culturally insensitive sledge when the two clubs played in Ballarat a fortnight ago.

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'How do you reckon it got leaked?': May addresses potential Origin snub

Wests Tigers front rower Terrell May has appeared to address his potential State of Origin snubbing while on live stream.

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Every club's Indigenous guernsey for 2025

This year's Sir Doug Nicholls Round is upon us, with the AFL celebrating Indigenous culture across rounds 10 and 11. We've gathered all the guernsey designs from across the competition.

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Goodman outclasses Vaca in return bout

Sam Goodman cruised past Mexico’s Cesar Vaca to resume his charge towards a world title shot, putting a difficult period behind him in the process. In the chief support, Harry Garside improved to 4-0 after a three-year absence from the professional boxing ring, having returned to the amateurs ahead of the Paris Olympics.

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Every result as Goodman and Garside return with wins

Sam Goodman cruised past Mexico’s Cesar Vaca to resume his charge towards a world title shot, putting a difficult period behind him in the process. In the chief support, Harry Garside improved to 4-0 after a three-year absence from the professional boxing ring, having returned to the amateurs ahead of the Paris Olympics.

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'Round 13': Tszyu first words on 'dog fight' rematch with Fundora

Tim Tszyu is predicting another “dog fight” with Sebastian Fundora when the pair meet again in Las Vegas later this year.

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Everything you need to know about Goodman vs. Vaca

Everything you need to know about Sam Goodman vs. Cesar Vaca, including when it is, how to watch it and who is fighting.

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All the upcoming bouts for the Aussies and Kiwis in the UFC

Every confirmed fight for all the Australians and New Zealanders signed to the UFC, including opponent, date and location.

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Garside rejects undercard fighter’s $100,000 challenge

Harry Garside has scoffed at a $100,000, “winner takes all” offer from Ahmad Reda’s team for the pair to fight in Sydney on Wednesday night.

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Papenhuyzen stuns Tigers with absurd 17-minute hat-trick

Ryan Papenhuyzen came out of the blocks like a shot against the Tigers at AAMI Park on Sunday afternoon, scoring the opening three tries of the game in just 17 minutes.

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The 10 biggest losing margins in NRL history

The largest losing margins and scores in NRL history.

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'I can't do this': UFC legend hangs up the gloves after UFC 315 defeat

UFC legend Jose Aldo looks to have stepped into the cage for the last time after announcing his retirement following a loss to Aiemann Zahabi at UFC 315 in Montreal.

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Rob Whittaker books return fight with Dutch beast

Rob Whittaker's next fight has been locked in, with the Aussie former champ to face Reinier de Ridder in Abu Dhabi in July.

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Rioli 'takes a break' amid firestorm over opposition threats

Willie Rioli won't play in this weekend's Showdown amid a storm over the Port Adelaide forward's reported threats to opposition players.

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Scared reaction of Perth media dinosaurs vindicates NRL expansion call

The NRL's newest team has only just been made official but Perth's media heavyweights have already got their back up.

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WA NRL team confirmed amid uncertainty over competition entry date

The NRL's newest team has been confirmed, with league bosses and the Western Australian government announcing an agreement to see a team based in the state.

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Teams - Big changes for Pies, Brisbane gun in line to return

We take a look at all the latest team news and tips ahead of round nine of the 2025 AFL season, including who is set to come in amid several changes for Collingwood, and a Brisbane gun on the comeback trail.

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Cornes' former skipper's revealing comments on outspoken commentator

Former Port Adelaide captain Domenic Cassisi has given some insight into the playing career of Kane Cornes, revealing the outspoken commentator took criticism "worse than anyone."

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AFL's puzzling Rioli decision whacked as Port star labelled repeat offender

The AFL's decision not to sanction Willie Rioli for his alleged threat towards a Bulldogs player continues to come under scrutiny.

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$500,000 winger linked with move to NRL rival

The Roosters are never far from the action when it comes to player movement in the NRL, with several players linked with moves to and from the Bondi Junction club.

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One man's beating is another man's 'blessing': JDM one step away from golden goal

UFC 315: Few elite fighters begin the professional careers 0-2. While many would have called it a day at that point, Jack Della Maddalena was just getting started.

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AFL 26 player ratings announced ahead of video game release

AFL 26, the latest video game from Big Ant Studios, is due to drop on Thursday, May 8. Ahead of the game's release, creators have announced which players have been rated 90 or above.

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Tassie Devils land two key signings ahead of AFL expansion

Tasmania have secured the services of two key personnel as they ramp up their preparations to join the AFL in 2028.

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May and Dion Prestia facing police charges over brawl

AFL stars Steven May and Dion Prestia are set to be charged over an incident in Sorrento in the early hours of December 27.

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Huni steps up for heavyweight title shot against Wardley

Australia's Justis Huni has accepted the call to take on Englishman Fabio Wardley for the interim WBA heavyweight world championship next month.

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From $15k to a blank cheque: The Johns brother’s wild Super League story

To this day, the Super League war remains the most dramatic era in the history of rugby league in Australia. This is the story of how the Johns brothers found themselves at the centre of an expensive game of tug-of-war.

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Ugle-Hagan's cryptic response to legend's criticism

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has changed his Instagram profile picture to a photo of Nick Riewoldt amid criticism from the former St Kilda star.

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'Easy money': Kambosos' title challenge locked in

George Kambosos' shot at becoming a two-weight world champion has been confirmed, with the Aussie to challenge Richardson Hitchins for the IBF super lightweight title at the Madison Square Garden Theatre in New York City on June 14 (June 15 in Australia).

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'I want to come home': Longbottom reveals heartache of Paris 2024

Australian rugby sevens star Maurice Longbottom has revealed the devastating personal loss which had him on the cusp of flying home from last year’s Olympics.

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Chopping Block - Will Sun's incredible VFL form be rewarded?

AFL Round 8 team news: While Damien Hardwick's Suns fly high in third, a forgotten midfielder is delivering some monstrous performances in the VFL. Meanwhile, Carlton and Hawthorn have to cover for some key personnel, while debuts beckon at North Melbourne and St Kilda.

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Tszyu to rematch Fundora in chance for world title revenge

Tim Tszyu is set to face Sebastian Fundora in a high-stakes rematch for the WBC super welterweight title.

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Bulldogs and Ugle-Hagan finally come to agreement

The Bulldogs have confirmed that star forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has officially taken a leave of absence from the club to deal with personal issues.

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Opetaia headlines list of Aussie boxing world champs

We take a look at the current world boxing champions from Australia, how they got their titles, when their reigns began and who they will be fighting next.

Tom Naghten

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Crackdown or not? NRL boss responds to sin bin frenzy

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo denies officials have been ordered to adjudicate high tackles and other foul play more harshly as the competition deals with a wave of criticism amid a frenzy of sin bins.

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Perhaps the biggest change as the AFL enters a new broadcast agreement will be the relative lack of live football available on free-to-air television on Saturdays. Here's what you need to know.

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'Absolutely farcical': Joey lets rip in state of the game rant

Rugby league great Andrew Johns has launched an impassioned argument against what he calls “farcical” officiating amid the game's current high shot crackdown.

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'Droppable behaviour': Horne-Francis called out over 'unforgivable' action

The behaviour of Port Adelaide star Jason Horne-Francis has again been highlighted following his side's win over North Melbourne on Saturday night.

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'He'll prosper': Warriors land Englishman for 2026 and beyond

The Warriors have bolstered their backrow stocks for 2026 and beyond with the signing of Englishman Morgan Gannon on a three-year deal.

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'Come to a head': Beveridge makes most strongest comments yet on Ugle-Hagan

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has made his strongest comments yet on Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, suggesting things could “come to a head” if there is no change in the star forward's situation.

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Mitchell suspended over Fa'alogo high shot

South Sydney fullback Latrell Mitchell has been hit with a one-match suspension for his high shot on Storm flyer Sua Fa'alogo in their Anzac Day clash.

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Jai Opetaia's next title fight revealed

Jai Opetaia’s next opponent has been revealed with the undefeated Australian set to face Claudio Squeo.

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Chopping Block - Magpies' Moore headache ahead of Anzac Day

Collingwood coach Craig McRae faces some tough decisions after his skipper Darcy Moore was ruled out of the Anzac Day clash with Essendon. Meanwhile, St Kilda could welcome back three players from injury, bringing about a selection squeeze.

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Brisbane defender 6-8 weeks away despite receiving 'all clear'

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has told fans not to expect the return of Brandon Starcevich any time soon.

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Why Chandler is still riding with Trump amid tariffs drama

UFC 314's Michael Chandler has reiterated his support of Donald Trump amid the President's trade war.

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Try-scoring revelation signs new Dragons deal

Christian Tuipulotu's time at the Dragons will extend until at least the end of 2026 after the club signed the winger to a one-year contract extension.

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Unified champ ready to run it back with star Aussie

Sebastian Fundora has declared his willingness to face Tim Tszyu in a high-stakes, world title rematch.

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'Let your heart heal': UFC 314 star's big Alex Volkanovski call

There are several key parallels between the main and co-main events at UFC 314 in Miami this weekend. Michael Chandler are Alex Volkanovski are out defeat Father Time.

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NSW star sidelined in potentially devastating blow for Origin defence

Fresh off the back of his rousing performance in the Eels first win of the season over his former club, Zac Lomax has been ruled out for six weeks with a foot injury.

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Injury-hit Rabbitohs set for staggering reshuffle

Wayne Bennett will need to call on all the depth at his disposal as South Sydney continue to pick up injuries in key positions.

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'Sign it by tonight': Former unified champ welcomes Tszyu showdown

Keith Thurman has confirmed his interest in a rescheduled bout with Tim Tszyu following the latter's return knockout victory over Joey Spencer.

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Dally M: Carrigan stars, surprise leader among the votes again

A full breakdown of the Dally M votes from round five of the 2025 NRL season.

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Tszyu stops Spencer to return in style

Tim Tszyu took the first step in what he hopes is another charge towards the world title with a confidence-boosting stoppage victory over Joey Spencer.

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Every result from Tszyu vs. Spencer

Every result, from the undercard to the main event, as Tim Tszyu returns in style with a knockout victory over Joey Spencer in Newcastle

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Tszyu vs. Spencer: Bookies backing Aussie for big win

Australian superstar Tim Tszyu (24-2) returns to the ring to face Joey Spencer (19-1), hoping to put back-to-back losses behind him. We take a look at the betting odds, markets and make our prediction for the fight.

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Everything you need to know about Tszyu vs. Spencer

After two consecutive losses, including one brutal knockout defeat, Tim Tszyu's career at the elite level hangs in the balance. Here's everything you need to know about his all-important bout with Joey Spencer on April 6.

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'Been lied to': Spencer accuses Tszyu's team of fight-week shenanigans

Tim Tszyu’s opponent Joey Spencer pulled back the curtain on some fight week promotional antics at the press conference ahead of their fight in Newcastle on Sunday.

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West Coast skipper fronts media over 'serious embarrassment'

West Coast co-captain Oscar Allen has expressed his remorse in the wake of the reaction to his meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.

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Swans gun sidelined as nightmare injury toll mounts for Sydney

Sydney's already busy treatment room has become a little more crowded with news that star small forward Tom Papley could be sidelined for up to two months.

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How to watch Sua'ali'i and the Waratahs in round 8

Joseph Sua'ali'i and his Waratahs teammates take on Moana Pasifika in round 8 of Super Rugby Pacific at Auckland's North Harbour Stadium this Saturday. Here's how to watch all the action, live in Australia

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When is Gather Round 2025?

When is Gather Round 2025? We take a look at the dates for the next instalment of the AFL's footy festival in Adelaide.

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Has Chad Warner's head been turned? WA clubs on alert after off-contract star's home visit

Recent reports regarding Chad Warner's future had suggested the star was leaning towards re-signing with Sydney but Swans fans may be a little nervous after hearing the off-contract star's latest comments.

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Horne-Francis concern raising alarm bells following Port Adelaide loss

Port Adelaide slipped to 1-2 for the season after a disappointing 12-point defeat to Essendon in what can only be described as a stinker of a game at Marvel Stadium on Thursday night.

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Everything you need to know about the Hong Kong Sevens

This year's Hong Kong Sevens tournament, the biggest stop on the SVNS tour, begins on Friday, March 28.

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Pulling the trigger: The earliest NRL coach sackings

Just three rounds into the 2025 NRL season and the blowtorch is already on some coaches. But, even if Todd Payten, or anyone else was sacked next week, it still wouldn't be the fastest in first-grade Australian rugby league history.

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WATCH: CCTV of Balta assault played in court

CCTV footage of Richmond star Noah Balta assaulting a man in December has been played in Corowa Local Court.

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Former Origin firebrand Frank Molo finds new NRL home

Former Maroons firebrand Frank Molo has joined the Dolphins on a deal through to the end of the 2026 season.

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Hasler's blunt response to Cherry-Evans Titans link

Titans coach Des Hasler has played a straight bat when asked about the possibility of bringing Daly Cherry-Evans to the club.

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Cleary sidelined for Round 4 clash with Rabbitohs

Penrith take on the Rabbitohs at Accor Stadium on Friday to kick off Round 4, but the competition heavyweights will be without several key players, including star halfback Nathan Cleary.

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Parramatta sign NRL premiership winner, effective immediately

Parramatta have signed Dylan Walker, effective immediately. A premiership winner with South Sydney in 2014, Walker will join the Eels for the remainder of this year, through to the end of 2026.

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What to know about the QLD government's 2032 venue plan

The Queensland government has unveiled their plan to deliver the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, with a new 60,000-seat stadium in Victoria Park to be centrepiece of the Games.

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Velasquez learns fate over 2022 shooting

Former UFC heavyweight champion Cain Velasquez has been sentenced to five years in prison following a 2022 incident in which he shot a man.

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All the results and highlights as Kambosos defeats Wyllie

All the results and highlights as George Kambosos defeats Jake Wyllie and Tiara Brown dethrones Skye Nicolson in Sydney.

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All the results as Kambosos defeats a brave Wyllie

All the results, from the undercard to the main event, as George Kambosos defeats Jake Wyllie via unanimous decision in Sydney.

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Nicolson dethroned as Brown spoils homecoming

Skye Nicolson’s homecoming world title defence didn’t go according to plan, dropping a split points decision (97-93, 96-94, 94-96) to American challenger Tiara Brown in Sydney on Saturday.

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Everything you need to know about Kambosos vs. Wyllie

George Kambosos (21-3) fights in his hometown for the first time in nearly a decade when he faces Jake Wyllie (16-1) at Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena on Saturday, March 22. Here's everything you need to know about the fight:

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'15 plums': Kambosos brushes off Wyllie knockout concerns

George Kambosos has downplayed opponent Jake Wyllie’s knockout credentials ahead of their main event showdown in Sydney on Saturday.

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Nicolson slams 'disrespectful' Brown over handshake snub

Skye Nicolson has slammed opponent Tiara Brown as “disrespectful” after the American snubbed a handshake following a fiery face off after Thursday’s press conference.

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Wyllie 'one up' after Kambosos no-show

Jake Wyllie is “already one round up” on George Kambosos after his opponent no-showed a media opportunity in Sydney ahead of their fight at Qudos Bank Arena on Saturday.

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Tszyu's brutal 'c**khead' admission ahead of Spencer fight

Tim Tszyu has revealed that fighting “like a c**khead” was his undoing in his knockout loss to Bakhram Murtazaliev last year, vowing to not make the same mistakes against Joey Spencer.

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Boxing given IOC board tick of approval for Los Angeles 2026 Olympics

Boxing’s Olympic future appears to have been given another life after the IOC recommended the sport be included in the next Games in Los Angeles in 2026.

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NRL comes down on Raiders duo over Las Vegas incident

Raiders pair Hudson Young and Morgan Smithies have been hit with a breach notice by the NRL following the incident which saw them briefly removed from their Las Vegas hotel.

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Will Gal vs. SBW boxing match finally happen?

Of all the potential crossover boxing matches in this part of the world, none has been talked about as much as Paul Gallen versus Sonny Bill Williams. After years of back and forth, 2025 could be the year we finally see them throw down.

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Why the Panthers home games are at CommBank Stadium in 2025

The all-conquering Penrith Panthers, four-time reigning NRL premiers, will be calling CommBank Stadium home for the next two seasons. Here's what you need to know.

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Dragons add steel and experience to forward pack

St George Illawarra have signed former Kangaroos and New South Wales prop David Klemmer for the remainder of the 2025 season.

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Melbourne forward Josh King has signed a two-year contract extension, taking him through to the end of 2027.

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Collingwood have confirmed star defender Brayden Maynard was involved in a car accident on Thursday morning.

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De Minaur bundled out of Indian Wells in straight sets

Australia's number one male tennis player, Alex de Minaur, has been bundled out of the BNP Paribas Open in the round of 16 by Francisco Cerundolo.

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Thurman returns with third-round KO of Jarvis

Keith Thurman said he wanted a "TikTok knockout" and that's exactly what he got against Brock Jarvis at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday night.

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All the results as Thurman stops Jarvis

Every result, from the undercard to the main event, as Keith Thurman stopped Brock Jarvis in the headliner of a No Limit Boxing pay-per-view at Sydney's Hordern Pavilion on Wednesday, March 12.

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A full breakdown of the Thurman vs. Jarvis undercard

Keith Thurman and Brock Jarvis face off in Sydney on March 12. We take you through the full fight card.

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Thurman vs. Jarvis: Aussie out to upset the bookies

Keith Thurman will go in as a favourite with the bookmakers when he faces Brock Jarvis in Sydney on March 12. We take a look at the betting markets and make our prediction for the main event.

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St Kilda have added another year to coach Ross Lyon's deal, taking him through the end of 2027.

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EXCLUSIVE: Hearn on Dana White-Turki Alalshikh venture, retirement rumours

We chat with Matchroom Boxing boss Eddie Hearn following Dana White and Turki Alalshikh's TKO boxing announcement, as well as rumours he's ready to walk away from the sport.

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Everything you need to know about Thurman vs. Jarvis

Former unified welterweight champion Keith Thurman (30-1) returns to the ring at age 36 to take on Australia's Brock Jarvis (22-1) in Sydney on Wednesday, March 12. Here's what you need to know.

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'Hard to listen to': Presser gets heated as Jarvis called out over Fenech split

Keith Thurman says Brock Jarvis’ stubbornness has led to the Aussie going into the biggest fight of his career without his long-time trainer Jeff Fenech.

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St George Illawarra have responded after a video of a bone-headed fan throwing a pie at Bulldogs supporters was shared on social media.

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'Can't even count to 32': Kambosos claps back at Aussie rival

George Kambosos (21-3) has hit back at domestic rival Liam Wilson (15-3) after he had another crack at the former lightweight world champion last week.

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The ultimate Supercoach rookie guide for 2025

Your complete position-by-position guide to the best Supercoach rookies, cash cows and cheapies ahead of the 2025 AFL season.

Tom Naghten

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Will AFL's season openers in Queensland go ahead?

Brisbane were set to kick off the 2025 season when they hosted Geelong at the Gabba on Thursday, March 6. Tropical Cyclone Alfred, however, has spoiled the party.

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Rising mid-forward Corey Warner has signed a two-year contract extension with Sydney, keeping him at the club until the end of 2027.

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AFL practice matches 2025: Results, scores

We bring you the scores and results of every match from the 2025 AFL pre-season.

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Sticky hits back at critics following Raiders' big Vegas win

Ricky Stuart has made a career out of instilling an "us versus them" mentality in his teams and 2025 appears no different.

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Jillaroos hammer England in Las Vegas

In light of the Jillaroos 90-4 victory over England in Las Vegas, we take a look at some international rugby league records.

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Scans on St Kilda young gun Mitch Owens' shoulder have cleared him of structural damage.

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Australia has won the U20 Asian Cup thanks to a penalty shoot-out victory over Saudi Arabia in the final in Shenzen, China overnight.

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Roosters elevate three academy products to top 30 squad

The Roosters have confirmed the addition of three youngsters to their top 30 squad, with Salesi Foketi, Jake Elliott, and Benaiah Ioelu all receiving contract upgrades.

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Why Tyson Pedro won't fight Jake Paul

Tyson Pedro could become the first MMA convert to beat Jake Paul. And that’s exactly why Paul won’t fight him.

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Pedro makes winning start to boxing career with hometown KO

Tyson Pedro's professional boxing debut was a successful one thanks to a seventh-round knockout victory over the previously undefeated Taimoor Khan at Panthers Leagues Club on Wednesday night.

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Everything you need to know about Khan vs. Pedro

Former UFC light heavyweight Tyson Pedro makes his professional boxing debut against Pakistan's Taimoor Khan in Penrith on Wednesday, February 26. Here's everything you need to know:

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Hooker confirms reason for Gaethje fight withdrawal

UFC lightweight Dan Hooker has confirmed the reason behind his withdrawal from one of the most highly anticipated bouts on the schedule.

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Tszyu's return confirmed as details locked in for Spencer fight

Tim Tszyu's competitive return has been confirmed to take place on Sunday, April 6 against American Joey Spencer at Newcastle Entertainment Centre.

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Leniu sidelined following trial match high shot

The Roosters look set to be without enforcer Spencer Leniu for at least the opening two matches of the NRL season.

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Moloney vs. Nasukawa: Start time and how to watch in Australia

Everything you need to know about Jason Moloney's fight with Tenshin Nasukawa in Tokyo on Monday, February 24, including what time it is due to start and how to watch it in Australia

Tom Naghten

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Giants youngster's contract extension confirmed following monster offer from rival

Rising GWS midfielder Finn Callaghan's four-year contract extension with the Giants has been confirmed.

Tom Naghten

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Parker on the cusp of a legendary run against boxing's biggest bombers

In accepting a last-minute switch of opponents from Daniel Dubois to Martin Bakole, Joseph Parker is ensuring he’ll face three of the sport’s biggest punchers, back-to-back-to-back.

Tom Naghten

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'Three times harder': Pedro lauds Fenech influence

Former UFC star Tyson Pedro has joined forces with the legendary Jeff Fenech ahead of his professional boxing debut. While having only worked with the former three-division world champion for a short time, Pedro is already seeing the benefits and is keen to show the world.

Tom Naghten

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Boxing’s supercard era is well and truly upon us, with February 22's Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol rematch the jewel in the crown so far..

Tom Naghten

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Who replaces Cam Murray for South Sydney?

In the space of one training session, South Sydney's hopes for the 2025 season took a massive hit. Here's what we know about Cam Murray's ruptured Achilles.

Tom Naghten

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Parker reveals his key to victory against Dubois

Ahead of his IBF heavyweight world title bout with Daniel Dubois, Joseph Parker reveals what he believes will be his key to victory.

Tom Naghten

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Everything you need to know about Wilson vs. Dib 2

Two-time world title challenger Liam Wilson hosts Youssef Dib in a rematch on home soil at Brisbane's South Bank Piazza on Saturday, March 1. Here's what you need to know.

Tom Naghten

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Did Volkanovski reveal new gameplan for Topuria rematch?

Alex Volkanovski hints at revamped gameplan ahead of his mooted featherweight title rematch with Ilia Topuria.

Tom Naghten

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'Didn’t come the Zerafa team': Zerafa responds to Jarvis standby drama

Michael Zerafa has reiterated that he didn’t push to be placed on standby to replace Brock Jarvis should his compatriot pull out of next month’s bout with Keith Thurman.

Tom Naghten

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Jarvis opens up on Fenech situation, responds to 'f***in' outrageous' report

Brock Jarvis remains hopeful Jeff Fenech will corner him in his fight with Keith Thurman next month but, whether his long-time trainer is there or not, has unequivocally ruled out withdrawing from the fight.

Tom Naghten

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Where is LIV Golf Adelaide played?

Everything you need to know about LIV Golf Adelaide 2025 host course, The Grange Golf Club.

Tom Naghten

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Thurman savagely rips Jarvis' style, record ahead of March 12

Keith Thurman has ramped up the war of words ahead of his March 12 bout with Brock Jarvis in Sydney.

Tom Naghten

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Strickland's coach's brutal assessment of UFC 312 disappointment

Beaten middleweight title challenger Sean Strickland has been given a brutally honest dressing down by his trainer Eric Nicksick following his performance at UFC 312 in Sydney.

Tom Naghten

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Sharks lock away another star on long-term deal

Ronaldo Mulitalo has become the latest big name Shark to re-sign with the club long term.

Tom Naghten

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Which Swans are under the pump as Cox era begins?

We take a look at which Sydney players are under pressure for their spots ahead of the 2025 AFL season.

Tom Naghten

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How will the Swans line up under Dean Cox in 2025?

We take a look at how the Sydney Swans might line up in 2025.

Tom Naghten

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Everything you need to know about AEW Grand Slam Australia

Everything you need to know about AEW Grand Slam Australia, including where it goes down, when it is and who will be in action.

Tom Naghten

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UFC 312: Dricus du Plessis and Zhang Weili retain titles in style

Dricus du Plessis ensured the middleweight title remained in South Africa with a clinical victory over Sean Strickland at UFC 312 at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena.

Tom Naghten

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Full card results as du Plessis and Weili defend their belts

All the results from UFC 312 as Dricus du Plessis defeats Sean Strickland and Zhang Weili turns back the challenge of Tatiana Suarez in Sydney

Tom Naghten

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Who will be fighting at UFC 312 in Sydney?

We take a look at the potential names who will appear at UFC 312 in Sydney in February 2025, including a host of star Australians.

Tom Naghten

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Canelo vs. Jake Paul fight date and location revealed

What seemed like a Jake Paul pipe dream appears to be on the verge of coming to fruition.

Tom Naghten

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Who will captain your club in 2025?

As the 2025 AFL season approaches, clubs across the land are confirming their leadership structures. Here's who will lead each team this year.

Tom Naghten

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UFC middleweight Sean Strickland retained his title as the sport’s most confounding personality with another unhinged, rollercoaster ride of a press conference in Sydney on Thursday.

Tom Naghten

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Why isn't the cricket on Fox or Kayo?

Australia's tour of Sri Lanka will be exclusively available on free-to-air television, after Seven secured the rights to the series.

Tom Naghten

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Darcy's injury troubles continue with big man booked in for surgery

Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy will miss the start of the season after the club confirmed he'd be going under the knife due to an ankle issue.

Tom Naghten

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Kambosos lays out plans for 140-lb title as homecoming fight confirmed

For the first time since 2016, George Kambosos will be fighting in his hometown of Sydney when he takes on Daud Yordan at Qudos Bank Arena on Saturday, March 22.

Tom Naghten

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Kambosos, Nicolson and Johnson opponents confirmed

George Kambosos (21-3) will take on Indonesian former world title challenger Daud Yordan (43-4) at Sydney’s Qudos Bank Arena on Saturday, March 22.

Tom Naghten

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West Coast midfielder's horror injury run continues with ACL

West Coast midfielder Dom Sheed's 2025 campaign is already over after the club confirmed he'd ruptured his ACL at training on Monday.

Tom Naghten

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Adesanya reflects on next move following KO defeat

Former middleweight champion Israel Adesanya is going to weigh up his options before deciding on his next move following a knockout defeat to Nassourdine Imavov.

Tom Naghten

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Ofli preparing to 'apologise' to himself ahead of UFC Saudi Arabia

After reaching the finale of "The Ultimate Fighter", Australian featherweight Kaan Ofli (12-3-1) crashed back to earth with a thud.

Tom Naghten

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Ripley dragging women's wrestling to new heights on two fronts

Australia’s Rhea Ripley has taken the WWE by storm in recent years. It’s not hyperbolic in the slightest to suggest the 28-year-old from Adelaide, with her five million followers on Instagram, is the face of women’s pro wrestling.

Tom Naghten

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St Kilda lose three key players in nightmare pre-season injury toll

Three key Saints have been struck down by injury as the club ramps up preparations for 2025.

Tom Naghten

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Fans treated to wild KOs at BKFC's Knucklemania V

Fans of violence have been treated to an absolute show at BKFC's Knucklemania V in Philadelphia.

Tom Naghten

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Jackie Chan having a blast at Australian Open

As one of the sporting calendar's biggest events, the Australian Open is never short on star power, on and off the court. During Saturday night's women's singles final, film icon Jackie Chan could be seen taking in the action from his front-row seat at Rod Laver Arena.

Tom Naghten

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Maguire confirms Broncos captain for 2025: 'It’s a great honour'

Michael Maguire has confirmed that Adam Reynolds will remain as captain of the Broncos for 2025.

Tom Naghten

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Whittaker lashes UFC legend over 'scummy' move

Former UFC middleweight champion Rob Whittaker has lashed Daniel Cormier for sharing an image of the former’s busted teeth following his UFC 308 loss to Khamzat Chimaev in October.

Tom Naghten

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Della Maddalena out to 'prove a point' after missing out on UFC 312

Australian welterweight Jack Della Maddalena has revealed he was keen to fight at UFC 312 in Sydney but couldn’t get an opponent over the line.

Tom Naghten

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Carlton president steps down being cleared over over lewd photo drama

Carlton president Luke Sayers has been cleared of wrongdoing following an AFL Integrity Unit investigation into a social media post which appeared on his X account (formerly Twitter).

Tom Naghten

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Thurman to headline shock Australian pay-per-view in March

Former unified welterweight world champion Keith Thurman will fight outside of North America for the first time when he takes on Brock Jarvis in Sydney on March 12.

Tom Naghten

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Breakout Knights youngster Fletcher Sharpe has signed a contract extension through to the end of 2028.

Tom Naghten

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Dogs confirm Ugle-Hagan reports

The Bulldogs have confirmed rising forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has not been completing the club's pre-season training program alongside his teammates as he deals with personal issues.

Tom Naghten

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Wests Tigers have confirmed the addition of a third Fainu brother - Sione - to their top 30 squad for 2025.

Tom Naghten

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'Putrid': Kyrgios lashes 'flop' Jones amid Djokovic's boycott

Nick Kyrgios appeared to question how veteran broadcaster Tony Jones kept his job as part of Channel Nine's Australian Open coverage following his comments regarding Novak Djokovic.

Tom Naghten

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Jones issues apology to Djokovic amid Channel Nine boycott

Veteran broadcaster Tony Jones has attempted to put to bed the drama surrounding himself and Novak Djokovic after the 24-time grand slam champion refused to give an on-court interview following his win fourth-round win over Jiri Lehecka on Sunday night.

Tom Naghten

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Djokovic boycott backed amid Tony Jones drama

Novak Djokovic's boycott of the Australian Open host broadcaster has been met with support by some of the sport's biggest names.

Tom Naghten

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What time is Alex de Minaur playing?

Everything you need to know as Alex de Minaur continues his Australian Open campaign against American youngster Alex Michelsen.

Tom Naghten

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UFC 313 main and co-main events confirmed

Light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira returns to action at UFC 313 on March 8 to face Magomed Ankalaev.

Tom Naghten

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Collins makes final dig at AO fans, veteran broadcaster

The 2025 Australian Open’s villain du jour, Danielle Collins, has opened up on her running battle with the crowds following her tournament exit.

Tom Naghten

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A complete guide to the 2025 Magic Millions

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 Magic Millions, which goes down at Gold Coast Turf Club on Friday, January 17.

Tom Naghten

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Wilson vs. Dib rematch to headline No Limit fight night in Brisbane

A domestic rematch between Liam Wilson and Youssef Dib will headline a No Limit Boxing fight night at Brisbane's South Bank Piazza on March 1.

Tom Naghten

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New 'coaching pods' divide opinion at Australian Open

Here's what you need to know about the new innovation which is dividing opinion at the Australian Open.

Tom Naghten

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Port Adelaide key forward Todd Marshall's 2025 campaign could be over before it started after he suffered an Achilles rupture during pre-season training.

Tom Naghten

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Osaka chasing best form following maternity leave, break-up

Two-time Australian Open winner Naomi Osaka returns to Melbourne Park as an unseeded player, hoping to win her first tournament on tour since 2021.

Tom Naghten

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Goodman out of undisputed title fight with Inoue

Sam Goodman is out of his undisputed super bantamweight title bout with Naoya Inoue after suffering another cut to his eye.

Tom Naghten

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'Treated him like sh*t': Kyrgios backs Djokovic amid poisoning claims

Nick Kyrgios has reiterated his support of Novak Djokovic in light of the 24-time grand slam champion's recent claims he was "poisoned" while in hotel quarantine.

Tom Naghten

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Richmond star suspended for start of 2025 season

Noah Balta will miss the first four games of the 2025 season after being hit with a suspension by his club.

Tom Naghten

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Every result as Opetaia destroys Nyika

Jai Opetaia has retained his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight titles with a terrifying knockout of Kiwi David Nyika at the Gold Coast Convention Centre on Wednesday.

Tom Naghten

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Opetaia defeats Nyika with savage KO

Jai Opetaia has retained his IBF and The Ring cruiserweight titles with a terrifying knockout of Kiwi David Nyika at the Gold Coast Convention Centre on Wednesday.

Tom Naghten

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'He’s one of the untouchables': Fighters predict Opetaia vs. Nyika

Fighters predict the winner of Wednesday's IBF and The Ring cruiserweight title bout between Jai Opetaia and David Nyika

Tom Naghten

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Everything you need to know about Opetaia vs. Nyika

All you need to know as Jai Opetaia faces David Nyika for the IBF and The Ring cruiserweight world titles at the Gold Coast Convention Centre on January 8.

Tom Naghten

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Opetaia vs. Nyika odds, prediction and expert pick

Our prediction for the IBF and The Ring cruiserweight world title bout between Jai Opetaia and David Nyika

Tom Naghten

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'Haven't done your homework': Opetaia and Nyika's tense fight-week exchange

World title challenger David Nyika has called into question the quality of Jai Opetaia’s resume, sparking an impassioned response from the Australian world champion.

Tom Naghten

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Konstas set to debut on Boxing Day, McSweeney dropped

Young opener Sam Konstas looks set to make his Test debut on Boxing Day after being called into the 15-man Australian squad in place of Nathan McSweeney.

Tom Naghten

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Sharks re-signing spree continues with emerging big man

Emerging Cronulla front-rower Tuku Hau Tapuha has signed a one-year contract extension with the club, keeping him at the Sharks until the end of 2026.

Tom Naghten

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Important Cowboys duo struck down with injury

The Cowboys have confirmed both Jason Taumalolo and Tom Chester will be sidelined with long-term injuries.

Tom Naghten

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