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A round full of big, one-sided victories in the NRL has left plenty of fans celebrating, and others fairly disappointed. There is plenty to talk about, so let’s get into it.
Match result: The understrength Melboune Storm have put on a stunning second-half display to run out winners over the Gold Coast Titans by 20 points.
The Brisbane Broncos are as in what might as well be a must-win match when they take on the Canterbury Bulldogs during Round 19. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 7:50pm (AEST).
The Cricket World Cup is rapidly fading into the distance, and the Ashes are just about upon us as cricket’s oldest rivalry gets ready to roar to life.
Australia’s first batch of qualifying fixtures for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, due to start in September, have been confirmed on Wednesday evening.
Teams are starting to fall out of the finals picture as the race for the NRL finals heats up, and Round 18 is promising some more huge matches. This is The Roar’s NRL expert tipping panel for the weekend ahead.
A contender for the greatest ODI of all time has ended in a tied super over, with England winning the Cricket World Cup on a boundary countback.
Another round is in the books, and with some very close games, a couple of milestones and refereeing controversy, there is plenty to discuss. Here are my talking points from Round 17.
One of England or New Zealand will lift the Cricket World Cup trophy for the first time when the two nations do battle at Lord’s in London. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 7:30pm (AEST).
Benji Marshall is set to play his 300th match as the Wests Tigers return to the scene of their Easter Monday horror show, set to take on the Parramatta Eels. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 4:05pm (AEST).
And then there were two. The Cricket World Cup has just one match to go, with England and New Zealand fighting their way into the big dance at Lord’s. Here to tell you who is winning what are The Roar’s expert tipping panel.
Manchester United will set foot on Australian shores for the first time since 2013 as they get set to take on the Perth Glory at Optus Stadium. Join The Roar for live scoes and coverage from 9pm (AEST).
Dylan Shiel will play his 150th game as the Essendon Bombers look to make it three on the trot against the suddenly good again North Melbourne Kangaroos. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 4:35pm (AEST).
The Sydney Swans face a danger game of vital importance if they wish to keep their finals hopes alive, as they host the improving Carlton Blues. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 1:45pm (AEST).
Ding, dong, Origin’s gone, the Blues are champions and it’s time to focus on the NRL! Round 17 gets underway on Friday, and from now until that first Sunday in October, rugby league fans can focus on the biggest competition in the world. Here to guide you through all eight matches this weekend are The […]
Australia have been destroyed by eight wickets in their Cricket World Cup semi-final by England, who have qualified for the final for the first time since 1992.
The oldest rivalry in cricket will fire to life for the second time at the 2019 Cricket World Cup, as Australia and England put it all on the line in the second semi-final at Edgbaston. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 7:30pm (AEST).
And so the Blues have two in a row! In one of the most thrilling finishes to a State of Origin series ever, New South Wales came away with a try on the buzzer to get the job done. Here are my player ratings for the home state.
State of Origin 3 has arrived for 2019, as the NSW Blues look to win back-to-back titles for the first time in 14 years against an uncertain Queensland Maroons side. Join The Roar for live scores and coverage from 8:10pm (AEST).
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Maybe, but even then, I’m not sure the head would be pulled out of the sand. As I wrote a couple of weeks ago, the biggest problem is the boys club mentality. That needs to go, and it starts with outside administrators coming into the join and cleaning it out.
Hopefully something comes out of Tuesday’s board meeting, but I’m not holding my breath.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Not a bad shout – Haas has been unbelievably good.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Wow, they are some not so great stats for Cleary – thanks for sharing BA… Just makes me even happier with the effort of the Red V.
Croft has improved a lot, you’re right. It’s the only reason I can’t find room for Papa, despite the fact they just need to find a way to play him. What a situation to have.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
In a must-win game, they were atrocious Paul. It’s the lack of effort that gets you…
It worries me how close the Dragons are to the spoon. The St George Leagues club will be burnt to the ground if we end up there – lots of angry supporters at the moment, and Dragons fans, as we know, are a fickle bunch at the best of times.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
You reckon Dufty’s wasn’t a shoulder charge Emcie?
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Yeah James, that’s the biggest problem for mine. Mary is going to be there for at least another 12 months, but the effort in defence on Friday suggests there are some seriously deep issues.
Bennett has a knack for doing that, but I reckon everyone outside of the Cowboys could see Lowe has talent… Maybe he just needed a freshen up.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
That’s fair… Just feels like with the Boyd/Milford swap, they might have a chance to make something of the season now, but let’s see what happens in the next few weeks.
Agree – confidence (especially with the new structure) might put them on the right path.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Yeah – how good is he…
There are a couple of young guys coming through on both sides of the border who are going to set the comp alight in a couple of years. Hynes, Bradman Best out of Newcastle, Ronald Mulitalo (who is a Queenslander but played for Cronulla on the weekend) and I was also impressed by Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow in the 18s Origin match.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Hey Nat,
I wasn’t comparing Pap to a 2017 Billy, but a young Billy with a lot to learn. He is great, but let’s see that constant improvement before we write him into that upper echelon.
Could never work out what happened to Lowe in NQ. He was great when he first came onto the scene.
I don’t watch much 9 so missed that from Locky. Interesting he has said that, but it pretty much makes sense.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Jee I love Cam Murray WB. Such a good footy player, punching above his weight every week.
Lowe though… The Cowboys must be kicking themselves.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Fair point re Johnson.
Friend is so important for the Roosters. Massive news regarding his arm injury.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
I had Penrith fifth before the season started… They are starting to show why.
I think it’d be something of a surprise if it’s not two out of Melbourne/Roosters/Rabbits in the big one.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
The bottom line is that Brisbane are a dangerous side on their day. I’ve seen some pretty severe improvement from them over the last month or two… Sure, question it, but I wouldn’t want to play them in September.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
As I said, the Lowe stuff baffles me.
Canterbury will be a really enjoyable side to watch in a couple of years… But whether that’s under Dean Pay or not, I don’t know.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
They do, but they still need to get on a bit of a run after Origin here to build some momentum.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18
Thanks James,
Would agree that there are more better options than last summer…
As I’ve mentioned – Wade is the best of the lot if we don’t go the AR. I hadn’t thought about using him with the ball, but that’s an option.
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
Agree Ryan – it’s just taking the strain off the big four quicks, and if you get a good pitch for bowling, then it works… It’s when you get drier tracks, or batting-friendly tracks, where it doesn’t work and Head becomes cannon fodder with the ball.
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
I’d say at a guess UK will be fit by Aug 1.
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
Yeah, I wouldn’t mind seeing Tremain included, but just don’t think there is room for him.
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
Ha, that’s fair. I love it honestly.
First female NRL referee is ready to realise her dream
Yes… How have you missed it every other time I’ve mentioned it Rell?
First female NRL referee is ready to realise her dream
Yep, that’s fair enough.
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
Yeah, hence I reckon they’ll take 17… 16 says either no Holland, drop one of the batsmen, or go with four quicks and leave Pattinson/Siddle out?
Unlucky seven: Who will miss the Ashes - and what is Australia's best XI?
I’m looking forward to that game.
Eight talking points from NRL Round 18