Cameron Smith exits the Australian Open early as whirlwind year comes to a disappointing end

The Australian cricket team is dealing with a number of injuries ahead of their tour of India. Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has already been ruled out for the first Test in Nagpur, with all-rounder Cameron Green also a doubt for the clash. The Sporting News takes a look at the...

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.

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.

When Eddie Jones was the coach of the Wallabies during their golden era in the early 2000s, rugby union was considered one of the most popular sports in Australia. But the sport isn’t what it sued to be Down Under, and Jones wants to change that. Legendary coach Jones...

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.

Injured All Blacks halfback TJ Perenara has provided an update on his road to recovery, as the test veteran continues to race against the clock ahead of this year’s World Cup in France. When Perenara ruptured his Achilles during last year’s end-of-season tour, his dream of a third World...

Josh Hazlewood has again succumbed to injury, with the experienced quick ruled out of the first Test between Australia and India. The 32-year-old has had an interrupted 18 months, struggling to remain fit and missing a large chunk of Australia's series against England, West Indies and South Africa. Hazlewood will...

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.

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...