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‘You’re going to be OK’: Son’s touching tribute to Warnie

Jackson Warne delivered a powerful message in honour of his late dad as the MCG paid tribute to one of its most beloved figures.

Cricket

BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 18: Pat Cummins of Australia celebrates with team mates after taking the wicket of Dean Elgar of South Africa during day two of the First Test match between Australia and South Africa at The Gabba on December 18, 2022 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Channel 9 edges ahead as TV rights race intensifies

Paramount’s enormous war chest may not be enough to secure cricket’s broadcasting rights as Channel 9’s possible return from the cricketing wilderness gathers momentum.

NRL

Rugby league great Steve Morris on the campaign to get Craig Gower his Dally M Medal. Morris had to wait 40 years before he was recognised as the first Dally M winner. Steve Morris holds his original solid gold Dally M medal from 1979 and his 2018 Dally M medal to recognise his inaugural Dally M at his home in Kiama Downs. Picture: Brett Costello

Club legends split on Dragons name change saga

While one club legend has threatened to walk away, another had a different take on the Dragons’ mooted name change. HAVE YOUR SAY

Cricket

Shock contender to replace Warner revealed

If David Warner decides to retire from Test cricket, the leading man to replace him is making plenty of noise this summer. The candidates to replace Warner at the top of the order.

VideoCricket

Watch: Does footage prove rival snubbed Marnus handshake?

This is the contentious moment that could ignite the summer, with a South Africa star appearing to brush Marnus Labuschagne at the Gabba. WATCH HERE

Football

Messi, Gianni Infantino and Qatar officials

On-field glory, off-field shame: The legacy of Qatar’s World Cup

Qatar officials say they delivered on their promise of an exceptional World Cup, but what is its legacy for those who put it together? Plus, all the reaction from Argentina’s victory.

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Australia's Scott Boland (C) celebrates with teammates after taking the wicket of South Africa's Khaya Zondo during day one of the first cricket Test match between Australia and South Africa at the Gabba in Brisbane on December 17, 2022. (Photo by Patrick HAMILTON / AFP) / - IMAGE RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE - STRICTLY NO COMMERCIAL USE-

Boxing Day selection stunner could spark MCG riot

Australia’s selectors face one of the biggest selection calls in recent memory ahead of the Boxing Day, with one decision could spark a riot at the MCG.

NRL

What’s the Buzz Awards: Saddest retirement of 2022

Rugby league will never be the same after one of its most iconic figures hung up the boots – or microphone – for the last time. PHIL ROTHFIELD reveals his 2022 sport awards.

Cricket

Aussies ‘scarred’: Beaten Proteas claim upper hand

Australia may have won the first test in only two days, but South African skipper Dean Elgar reckons the Aussie batters may be down on confidence heading into Boxing Day.

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Safety concerns: Curator’s shock admission to Gabba-farce

The Gabba curator has broken his silence following outrage over the two-day result in Brisbane, as revelations South Africa’s captain questioned umpires over the safety of the pitch.

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