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Zawada’s heroics in vain as Phoenix lose extra-time thriller
A record Sky Stadium crowd erupted when Oskar Zawada scored with the last kick of regular time but Victory prevailed in extra time.

Recap: Blues dominate Highlanders to go top
The points flowed as the home side secured their 10th consecutive win at Eden Park.

Cross-field kick sets up fantastic first Brumbies try
Superb vision from Noah Lolesio to spot Andy Muirhead in the corner and kick across the field set up a superb first try for the Brumbies against the Crusaders.

Fijians cruel Reds’ Super Rugby Pacific home final bid
The Queensland Reds’ Super Rugby Pacific home finals hopes have all but evaporated in a crushing homecoming for fallen Wallabies star Suliasi Vunivalu.

Parker in trouble for dangerous late hit
Veteran Swan Luke Parker has landed in hot water after a late bump in the VFL against Frankston.

In the running: Is marathon man Edwards finally on track to crack Origin?
It’s been a long road from the bush town of Dorrigo to the top of the NRL for Dylan Edwards. But the friends, family and former teammates who were there at the start have enjoyed every step.

Alaalatoa mistake gifts Reece try
Brumbies captain Allan Alaalatoa gifted the Crusaders an easy try after failing to see Sevu Reece with the ball.

Tyson insults Paul during press conference
Mike Tyson has made it clear that Jake Paul "will not win" their upcoming fight.

Penalty try gift Brumbies win in bizarre finish
With the scores level, the Brumbies were gifted victory when the Crusaders conceded a penalty try for Quinten Strange’s actions at the death.

Parker facing extended Swans exile after hospitalising VFL opponent
Luke Parker is facing an even longer stint out of the AFL after a brutal collision in a VFL game that is likely to attract a multi-week suspension.

NRL Magic Round 11 LIVE: Cronulla Sharks v Sydney Roosters
The Magic Round action in Brisbane continues when two of the league’s in-form sides go head-to-head at Suncorp Stadium. Follow all the action.

Recap: Wellington Phoenix’s season ends with semifinal defeat
The Phoenix found a late, late equaliser in normal time, but had no reply in extra time as Melbourne Victory advanced.

Blues thrash Highlanders to reclaim top spot
Despite multiple changes and with All Blacks rested, the Blues made it 10 consecutive wins after a dominant second half at Eden Park.

Tom Wright’s ‘highlight reel special’ try
Tom Wright brought the Brumbies their second try of the afternoon against the Crusaders, skirting the out-of-bounds on his way to scoring.

This was no ‘mea culpa’ from Ange. If anything, he doubled down
To read Ange Postecoglou’s latest comments as an admission of defeat would be to take away the incorrect reading. And it wouldn’t be the first time that’s happened this season.

Duo marched to the bin
Jackson Hastings and Aaron Schoupp were sent to the bin after two brouhahas in the space of a few minutes.

Postecoglou says the foundations at Tottenham are ‘fragile’
Ange Postecoglou reflects on Man City defeat.

To those saying no to an NT team in the AFL, your arguments are a crock
It’s only fair that there will be an NT team in the AFL some day soon. And when you look at the reasons why, it adds up.

Saifiti awarded penalty try
Jacob Saifiti was tackled without the ball in prime position to go onto score. Referee Gerard Sutton sent his decision to award a penalty try upstairs and the Bunker agreed.