AFL trade news and rumours: Lance Franklin and Sydney to part ways?

Tim Tszyu will fight for a maiden world title in his hometown of Sydney. Qudos Bank Arena has been chosen as the host venue of next month’s WBO super-welterweight world championship bout between Tszyu and American Tony Harrison. Sydney beat out competition from Melbourne and the Gold Coast for...

Reigning Super League Man of Steel Brodie Croft has signed a landmark contract to remain at Salford Red Devils, bringing an end to months of speculation around his future. The halfback, who was once anointed as Cooper Cronk’s long-term replacement at Melbourne, moved to England to resurrect his career and enjoyed a stellar debut campaign that almost culminated in guiding his unfancied side to the grand final.

Arguably the most important line of your AFL Supercoach 2023 team is the midfield. This where you select the most players for any position and also where you will generate the most points. Your captain selection will also most likely come from this crop of players the majority of the...

It was a familiar story in 2022 as Queensland's home ground advantage in the decider proved the difference, seeing Billy Slater's side claim a 2-1 series victory in his first year in the job. Brad Fittler will again lead the Blues in 2023 as they look to win back the...

SYDNEY, Feb. 9, 2023 – The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Basketball Magic, an Australian-owned sports management company focused on basketball development at the grassroots level, today announced a multiyear collaboration for Basketball Magic to launch and operate the first NBA Basketball School in Australia, in Sydney later this month and additional locations across the country in the future.

Teammates and coaches are mourning the loss of a former collegiate tennis star who died suddenly at the age of 31 over the weekend. Former University of Georgia standout Lilly Kimbell reportedly died on Sunday, according to her family. Kimbell's family says that she had been experiencing kidney issues that led to a heart attack. CPR was performed at her home and she was transported to the hospital, but her family tragically were forced to make the decision to take her off of life support.

Some of the world's best ice hockey players could be heading down under next season, as the NHL explores a potential Australian tour. Three teams have been discussed so far as potential visitors, and they may visit as soon as this year. The Sporting News takes a look at what...

Australian Sevens ace Maurice Longbottom has had to overcome unimaginable disappointment, rejection and bad luck on his way to World Series stardom. Human highlight reel Longbottom is one of the most popular players on this year’s Sevens circuit, with his fast feet and speed off the mark leaving rugby fans around the world in awe.

Melbourne Storm enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona is interested in a stunning code switch to rugby union, but is “still waiting” on a call from Wallabies coach Eddie Jones. New Zealand-born Asofa-Solomona was a schoolboy sensation with Wellington College as a second-rower, but ultimately decided to pursue an opportunity with the Storm.

Super Rugby Pacific is set to return at the end of the month with the Crusaders and Chiefs kicking off the proceedings on February 24 in Christchurch. The opening match is a repeat of last year’s semi-final, while the top two Australian sides, the Brumbies and Waratahs, will square off later that evening.

A string of wins to finish the season saw the Titans avoid the wooden spoon in 2022, finishing 13th. Gold Coast have made some smart signings in the off-season, but Justin Holbrook will still have his work cut out for him this year as he aims to establish some defensive stability.

Three modern day All Blacks greats are set to continue their rugby careers in Japan following this year’s Rugby World Cup in France. Star duo Aaron Smith and Beauden Barrett have signed with Japan Rugby League One side Toyota Verblitz, while lock Brodie Retallick has reportedly put pen to paper with Kobe Steelers.

The RFU have confirmed that England Women head coach Simon Middleton will step down following 2023 TikTok Women’s Six Nations. The announcement comes just five months after a 14-woman England team – hot favourites for the tournament – lost the Rugby World Cup final to New Zealand in Auckland.

The New Zealand Rugby Union have announced the All Blacks’ home schedule for this season, which includes titanic clashes against fierce rivals South Africa and Australia. New Zealand rugby fans are in for a treat this year. While the Women’s FIFA World Cup has created some “challenges of stadium...

Highlanders recruit Freddie Burns is looking forward to playing alongside some of the “world’s best players” in Super Rugby Pacific this year. The former England flyhalf signed from Leicester Tigers, and will be available for his new club in time for the opening round of the new campaign.

Wrexham will bid to keep their fairytale FA Cup run going a little longer when they face Sheffield United in a fourth-round replay on February 7. The initial tie finished 3-3 after a thrilling match in the north-east of Wales, with Championship side United snatching an injury-time equaliser through John Egan after earlier seeing Daniel Jebbison sent off.