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Head, Finch and Holland will play Pakistan Tests
Australia’s new-look Test XI looks set to be confirmed this Saturday when they play a warm-up match against Pakistan A in Dubai.
If Billy is banned, give him a run in the 2019 World Club Challenge
If Billy Slater is suspended, perhaps he can still have a farewell in a championship decider – but back in front of his adoring home fans.
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Tiger Woods and Justin Rose are the headliners for a blockbusting Ryder Cup
The final day of the Tour Championship-FedExCup decider gave a true indication of what can happen in the Ryder Cup when Tiger Woods, and Justin Rose, shared the spoils.
Dally M Medal 2018 preview
The 2018 Dally M Medal ceremony is upon us, and we could have a rookie winner of the top individual honour in the game.
The Roar’s AFL tipping comp – Finals Week 3 results
With the preliminary finals behind us, tipping was nearly impossible last week as the Collingwood Magpies knocked the Richmond Tigers out, and the West Coast Eagles beat the Melbourne Demons in the other match to book their spot in the decider.
The Roar’s NRL tipping comp – Finals Week 3 results
The Melbourne Storm and Sydney Roosters are through to the grand final after preliminary final victories over the Cronulla Sharks and South Sydney Rabbitohs respectively. Here are all our tipping results from Week 3 of the NRL finals.
Tom Mitchell wins the 2018 Brownlow Medal
Tom Mitchell entered the 2018 Brownlow Medal as the short-priced favourite and the bookmakers turned out to be correct, as the Hawk took the medal home with 28 votes.
AFL rejects Carlton and Gold Coast priority pick requests
The AFL has rejected requests from the Carlton Blues and the Gold Coast Suns to receive priority picks in the upcoming 2018 AFL draft, but will introduce other measures to aid the struggling clubs.
Brownlow Medal red carpet fashion ratings, photo gallery 2018
Brownlow Medal night is here and that means it’s time for the world’s unanimous favourite article of the year: my horribly misguided attempts to rate the fashion efforts of this year’s Brownlow attendees.
2018 AFL Brownlow Medal preview and prediction: Favourites, smokies, team leaders
Brownlow Medal night is upon us once again and after two relatively straightforward counts in the past two years, things are a bit less certain in 2018.
World Rugby exploring brand new 'league of nations' tournament
With the 2019 Rugby World Cup fast approaching, plans for following international calendars are emerging, with World Rugby pitching a 12-team ‘league of nations’ tournament.
CONFIRMED: Nathan Cleary signs monster deal to stay at Panthers
The Penrith Panthers have locked in the prized signing of half Nathan Cleary on a new six-year deal which will see him remain at the foot of the mountains until at least 2024.
Roar of the Crowd
The agony and ecstasy of a 54-year-old Collingwood fan
One of my earliest memories in my life of following the Collingwood footy club involved the 1976 AFL season.
The mess in Minnesota
What is going on in Minnesota? After trading away Zach Lavine, Lauri Markkanen and Kris Dunn for an All-Star in Jimmy Butler, we heard noises throughout last season regarding Jimmy and the younger Wolves butting heads.
First down under: Aussie watch
Let’s take a look at the Aussies making headlines in the world of the NFL.
Why Billy Slater isn't entitled to his fairytale ending
On 15 August 1948 Don Bradman strolled out to the crease in his final match, and two balls later he walking back to the pavilion. He didn’t know it at the time, but that was his final innings – Australia belted England by an innings inside four days.
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Paul Gallen and Gus Gould butt heads over Slater's suspension
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Bad luck Gus. The mrules are there. It won’t be a case of the judiciary rubbing out Slater, he did it all himself. Exact…(more)
Clarko has a senior's moment during Tom Mitchell's Brownlow speech
When you’ve won four premierships, the Brownlow can get a bit dull after a while.
Brownlow Medal 2018: Richmond Tigers young gun Jack Higgins wins Goal of the Year
Richmond Tigers youngster Jack Higgins has taken out the Goal of the Year award during the 2018 Brownlow Medal count. More Brownlow Medal » Tom Mitchell wins the Brownlow » WATCH: Mark of the year » Red Carpet fashion ratings » Every vote from every round » Full leaderboard » Leading vote-getter for each team […]
Brownlow Medal 2018: Sydney Swans star Isaac Heeney wins Mark of the Year
Sydney Swans young gun Isaac Heeney has continued his rise, claiming the Mark of the Year award during the 2018 Brownlow Medal count. More Brownlow Medal » Tom Mitchell wins the Brownlow » WATCH: Goal of the year » Red Carpet fashion ratings » Every vote from every round » Full leaderboard » Leading vote-getter […]
Must watch: Padel player goes through glass in shocking moment
Scary scenes in the Portugal Padel Masters with player Paquito Navarro going through the glass in an attempt to get to the ball.
Welsh flanker's epic chip 'n' chase try
How good is this from Welsh flanker Justin Tipuric, defying all logic about the ability of a forward to score a brilliant try.
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Mothering the Matildas: The trailblazers who kickstarted Australian women's football
The Matildas will go into the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France full of confidence. Currently (August 2018) ranked eighth in the world, they showed at the 2018 Tournament of Nations what a class act they are.
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The Matildas will go into the 2019 FIFA Women’s World Cup in France full of confidence. Currently (August 2018) ranked eighth in the world, they showed at the 2018 Tournament of Nations what a class act they are.
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As a rabid All Blacks fan, why was I okay with this shocking loss?
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Because watching the same team dominate year after year and with the competition in front of them being 2nd rate, it get…(more)
As a rabid All Blacks fan, why was I okay with this shocking loss?
Sydneysider said
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Because watching the same team dominate year after year and with the competition in front of them being 2nd rate, it get…(more)
The final day of the Tour Championship-FedExCup decider gave a true indication of what can happen in the Ryder Cup when Tiger Woods, and Justin Rose, shared the spoils.