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Warriors have two sent off, score hat-trick in loss to NRLW’s worst team
Peyton Takimoana took her try tally this season to 10 while Matekino Gray and Tysha Ikenasio are facing bans for dangerous tackles.

Scotland's papers: 'Out of control' bus behaviour and Ukriane peace talks

The Red Rose who could have been a Black Fern - Feaunati's World Cup call
Maddie Feaunati could have played for New Zealand or Samoa. But the explosive number eight has found a home in John Mitchell's England side.

Former Australia captain Simpson dies aged 89
Former Australia Test captain and coach Bob Simpson dies aged 89.

Hundreds of flights grounded as Air Canada staff strike
The airline says the strike will disrupt travel plans for around 130,000 passengers a day.

Five key takeaways after the Alaska summit
With no ceasefire and an invitation to Moscow, the US and Russia's meeting yields more questions than answers.

Tensions boilover between former teammates
Parramatta's Rueben Cherrington and Brisbane's Gayle Broughton engage in some push and shove late in the second half.

Daughter of Trapeze Artist all set for winning return
Classy filly Artistic Venture is again poised to make a return to racing with co-trainers John O’Shea and Tom Charlton eyeing off Sunday’s Wyong Leagues Group 3YO Maiden Plate (1200m) at Wyong.

NRL Highlights: Sharks v Titans - Round 24
Cronulla Sharks host the Gold Coast Titans in Round 24 of the 2025 NRL Premiership at Sharks Stadium, Sydney.

Gray sent off after 'horror' leg lift tackle
Matekino Gray is put on report and immediately marched off the field for a leg lift tackle.

How trailblazer’s sacrifices paved the way for NRLW phenom to emerge
As Ali Brigginshaw’s historic milestone – marked with a victory over the Eels – ensured her name will remain etched in NRLW folklore, the enormity of her early career sacrifices have truly been recognised.

LIVE: Australia bowl first against South Africa in T20 series decider
Mitch Marsh’s Australian team take on a rising Proteas team in Cairns from 7.15pm. The Twenty20 international series is up for grabs.

Recap: Warriors reduced to 11 in NRLW loss to Canberra Raiders.
Look back at live coverage of the NRLW round seven match between the Warriors and the Raiders at FMG Stadium Waikato on Saturday.

Family, memories and childhood - getting to know Wayne Rooney
Wayne Rooney sat down with Kelly Somers for a wide-ranging chat to discuss his career, life away from football and family.

O'Sullivan makes two 147 breaks in semi-final win
Ronnie O'Sullivan compiles two 147 maximum breaks in his 6-3 victory over Chris Wakelin in the Saudi Arabia Masters semi-finals.

‘Typical Gus’: Storm boss defends Grant’s theatrics and returns serve on critics
Harry Grant is one of the NRL’s biggest names, but is he harming his reputation with his sometimes theatrical approach? Not according to Matt Tripp.

Race-by-race previews and tips for Sunday’s meeting at Wyong
All the information you require to make your selections for the NSW feature meeting.

NRLW Highlights: Broncos v Eels - Round 7
Brisbane Broncos host the Parramatta Eels in Round 7 of the 2025 NRLW Premiership at Suncorp Stadium, Brisbane.

Skyhook carries weight of expectation to set up path to Golden Rose
Skyhook carried 60.5 kilograms to victory in the listed Rosebud to repeat of the effort of Menari in 2017 for trainer Gerald Ryan.

Rapid Recap | MW1: Liverpool vs Bournemouth
Catchup with Rapid Recap: Watch the goals and big moments from Bournemouth's visit to Anfield to face Liverpool in Premier League Matchweek 1 action.

NRL 2025 LIVE updates: Dolphins stun Broncos with back-to-back tries to start second half
The Broncos and the Dolphins are fighting to stay in finals contention when they go head-to-head, before the Rabbitohs and Eels clash in Sydney. Follow all the action.