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NRL

NRL CEO Todd Greenberg (left) and ARLC Chairman Peter V'landys speak to the media in Sydney, Sunday, March 15, 2020. (AAP Image/Joel Carrett) NO ARCHIVING

Real motive driving NRL’s ambitious return date

The NRL’s motives for kicking off again next month run much deeper than the game’s perilous financial state, according to ARL Commission chairman Peter V’landys.

NRL

31/8/12 Round 26 NRL, Ben Te'o scores. Broncos V Panthers from Suncorp Stadium. Pics Adam Head

Shock Broncos axing opens door for ‘elite’ signing

Broncos coach Anthony Seibold has confirmed his interest in signing former Queensland Origin star Ben Te’o – and a shock roster change could see the cross-code star back in Brisbane this year.

NRL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 07: Quade Cooper of Australia and Sonny Bill Williams of New Zealand share a laugh after the 2016 Sydney Sevens cup final match between Australia and New Zealand at Allianz Stadium on February 7, 2016 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

NRL coach’s huge play to sign Quade, SBW

Quade Cooper’s potential NRL move is gaining momentum after a premiership-winning coach reached out to the former Wallabies star’s manager about his availability.

Cricket

13/02/2020. Instagram post by Michael Clarke. Getting some tips from the great man @laurie_daley6 about how to wake up at 4am ‍♂️ looking forward to joining @bigsportsbrekky @skyracingau very soon

Clarke’s radio show in ratings freefall

Tasked with reviving the Big Sports Breakfast alongside Laurie Daley, Michael Clarke’s first foray into breakfast radio hasn’t exactly bowled over listeners. CHECK OUT THE LATEST NUMBERS

Rugby

Ugly stalemate blocking potential $20m rescue package

Australian rugby’s cash-crippled economy is being denied a multimillion-dollar lifeline from World Rugby – and the Wallabies’ greatest rivals are set to cash-in on the RA-RUPA civil war.

Maroons

Alan Langer, Trevor Gillmeister and Steve Walters. The Queensland State of Origin side taining at Sanctuary Cove. Pic Peter Wallis

Legendary Maroons manager’s bombshell resignation

One of Queensland’s most important figures has quietly submitted his resignation after 30 years of outstanding service both in and out of the Origin arena. PLUS Brisbane star’s backyard goalposts.

Broncos

May miracle: Broncos star’s remarkable ACL recovery

Just months after suffering a potential season-ending ACL injury at training, Brisbane Broncos enforcer is on track to be fit for the competition’s mooted May restart. BRONCOS INJURY WARD HERE

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 12: Daniel Ricciardo of Australia and Renault Sport F1 talks in the Paddock during previews ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Australia at Melbourne Grand Prix Circuit on March 12, 2020 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Charles Coates/Getty Images)

Ricciardo flying down Mount Panorama a virtual reality

Following Formula One star Max Verstappen’s successful virtual Supercars debut, organisers plan to target more big international names for its Eseries, including Aussie superstar Daniel Ricciardo.

ExclusiveRugby

## HAVE YOU /CHECKED COPYRIGHT /CLEARANCE ?? RWC Rugby World Cup Aust Wallabies vs Argentina at Telstra Stadium. Aust's Wendell Sailor fights through the tackle of Agustin Pichot 10 Oct 2003 PicColleen/Petch sport union action

2027 World Cup to save Australia from rugby abyss

Once one of the Wallabies’ greatest rivals, Pumas legend Agustin Pichot is set to launch a bold takeover bid of World Rugby – and he’s guaranteed a multimillion-dollar sacrifice that could revive Australian rugby.

Warriors

Warriors in serious danger of missing NRL restart

The Warriors are desperate to be part of rugby league’s revival but several logistical roadblocks could mean the revised season could start one team short.

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