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New South Wales have won the 2018 State of Origin series on the back of a thrilling 18-14 win over Queensland in Game 2.
Breath it in, AFL fans – the bye rounds are over. From now on it’s nothing but sweet, fully fledged footy. Oh, and of course – hot takes.
There was a significant moment last night at Allianz Stadium when the seemingly indestructible Michael Hooper was forced from the field with a hamstring injury.
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Groups G and H feature on Day 11 as England make their second appearance for the tournament when they tackle Panama.
This week, the NRL named the ten players on a shortlist to be named the next Immortals, with two set to receive the game’s greatest honour.
Huge call as Bunker awards penalty try to NSW
24 Jun 2018
Something’s happening in English football that hasn’t happened for some time: there’s genuine positivity surrounding the national team.
Australia have long lacked respect for the role of spinners in white ball cricket, but now it’s time for them to change tack and trial two tweakers in their ODI lineup.
Ireland have won the Lansdowne Cup with a heartstopping 20-16 win over Australia in the series-deciding third rugby Test in Sydney.
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Seven months ago, I wrote scathingly about Robbie Kruse after a typically ineffective and frustrating performance against Thailand.
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WATCH: Video highlights from State of Origin Game 2
By Roar TV, 24 Jun 2018
The NSW Blues have won Game 2 and claimed the 2018 State of Origin series with a four-point win over the Queensland Maroons on Sunday night at ANZ Stadium.
WATCH: Latrell Mitchell shakes up Origin 2 with massive hit
By Roar TV, 24 Jun 2018
Latrell Mitchell produced an Origin moment to remember in the second half of Game 2, laying a massive hit on Cameron Munster.
New South Wales has been awarded an incredible penalty try in dramatic fashion, throwing Game 2 of State of Origin into disarray after Boyd Cordner was taken down off the ball 10 metres out from the tryline, giving the Blues their first lead of the contest.
After being denied inside the opening 10 minutes thanks to a new Bunker controversy on the right wing, Queensland wasted little time making amends on the opposite wing as Valentine Holmes continues his incredible scoring streak at State of Origin level.
An entertaining back-and-forth opening to State of Origin Game 2 has brought the first controversy of the game just eight minutes in after Queensland flier Dane Gagai was denied a spectacular corner finish on the right wing.
The teams for State of Origin Game 2 have been confirmed an hour before kick-off, with no changes for either side ahead of the big clash at ANZ Stadium.
Tonight’s State of Origin fixture – the second game of the 2018 series – is scheduled to kick-off at 7:40pm AEST, but if you’ve followed Origin over the years you know that won’t happen.
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Your sports opinion. Write your own articleNine talking points from State of Origin Game 2
By Connor Bennett, 24 Jun 2018
The New South Wales Blues have claimed a historic State of Origin series win, claiming victory in an incredible Game 2, what was one of the best Origin contests in recent memory, holding onto a tense 18-14 lead over the Queensland Maroons.
State of Origin scores: NSW vs QLD – Game 2 highlights, scores, blog
By Scott Pryde, 24 Jun 2018
Match result: The New South Wales Blues have broken their State of Origin drought, beating the Queensland Maroons by four points in a cliffhanger at ANZ Stadium.
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French Grand Prix: Formula One live blog
By Jawad Yaqub, 24 Jun 2018
After a 10-year absence from Formula One, the French Grand Prix makes its return to the pinnacle of motorsport, returning to the revived Circuit Paul Ricard which takes over from Magny-Cours. Join The Roar for a live blog of the race, starting from 12:10am AEST.
England vs Panama: 2018 FIFA World Cup live scores, blog
By Lachlan Ballingall, 24 Jun 2018
Match result: England have battered Panama 6-1 at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium to secure their place in the round of 16 at the 2018 FIFA World Cup. As for Panama, their World Cup is over. England were just far too good from the start until the end. John Stones got things underway with a headed […]
England vs Australia: International cricket, fifth ODI live scores, blog
By Suneer Chowdhary, 24 Jun 2018
The fifth and the final ODI of the series between England and Australia will be played at Old Trafford on Sunday with the hosts gunning for a whitewash. Can Australia prevent the repeat of that scoreline from their previous away series against South Africa? Join The Roar for live scores and coverage of the fifth […]
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NSW Cup vs Queensland Cup: Origin curtain-raiser live scores, blog
By Scott Pryde, 24 Jun 2018
The curtain-raiser to State of Origin 2 at ANZ Stadium will see the best of the reserve grade competitions go up against each other as the New South Wales residents take on the Queensland residents. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 4:10pm (AEST).
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Collingwood Magpies vs Carlton Blues: AFL live scores, blog, highlights
By AdelaideDocker, 24 Jun 2018
Sunday’s only game takes us to the ‘G, as traditional rivals Collingwood and Carlton do battle. Join The Roar for live commentary and scores from 3:20pm AEST.
Seven talking points from Wallabies vs Ireland third Test
By Oliver Matthews, 24 Jun 2018
Well, that really was some enthralling rugby. For three weeks these two sides have entertained every fan who has watched and have done Rugby Australia a lot of favours.
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State of Origin II expert tips and predictions: Blues vs Maroons
By Scott Pryde, 24 Jun 2018
The New South Wales Blues have an opportunity to put the 2018 State of Origin series away at home tonight. Standing in their way are the Queensland Maroons. Here to tell you who will come out on top at 10pm on Sunday is The Roar‘s NRL expert tipping panel.
England vs New Zealand: International rugby league live scores, blog
By Scott Pryde, 24 Jun 2018
International rugby league heads to Denver for the first time as England and New Zealand square off in the annual representative round. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 6am (AEST).
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Germany vs Sweden: 2018 FIFA World Cup highlights, scores, blog
By Karlo Tychsen, 24 Jun 2018
Match result: Germany have come back from the precipice of elimination to pull off an utterly extraordinary 2-1 victory over Sweden in Sochi.
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How to revive the AFL State of Origin
By Brendan Smith, 24 Jun 2018
Around this time of year every Tom, Dick and Harry seems to have an opinion on the State of Origin debate, so it’s time for me to throw in my two cents I was unfortunate enough to be too young to witness the interstate rivalries in its glorious heyday, and I rely on nostalgic grainy […]
Three keys to the Maroons’ Origin resurrection
By DH, 24 Jun 2018
There is an enormous amount of deja vu entering into the second State of Origin encounter of 2018.
2018 NBA Draft recap and analysis
By John, 24 Jun 2018
The NBA draft has just concluded, with a Deandre Ayton being selected at No.1 by the Phoenix Suns. Here are the winners and losers of the draft.
Remembering six-day Test matches
By Rafiqul Ameer, 24 Jun 2018
When I was eight or nine and had just started my love affair with the game of cricket, my dad asked me, “What’s the duration of a Test match?”.
New changes to Futures League T20 good for premier cricket
By Brad Ilott, 24 Jun 2018
On Thursday, Cricket Australia announced the fixtures for the fast-approaching 2018-19 domestic and international season.
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