Draft live: Tigers get their man, Crows make big call
The AFL Draft is underway and Richmond might have its next Dustin Martin, selecting Bacchus Marsh boy Sam Lalor with the first pick. Follow every selection live.
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Private settlement ends two-year Hawks racism saga
After two days of mediation, a confidential resolution has been reached between Hawthorn and former players and their partners, MARK ROBINSON reports.
India coy on star – but Aussies aren’t buying into mind games
Australia has brushed off any attempts at ducks and drakes from the cagey India despite the tourists springing a surprise while remaining coy on the status of top order star Shubman Gill.
Late mail: Clarko’s big call at No.2, live trades looming
Alastair Clarkson has locked into his preferred selection with pick 2, while live trades are looming. Chris Cavanagh and Dan Batten have the whispers on pick swaps and who your club is targeting.
Final Top 60: The best AFL Draft prospects ranked, profiled
Who will be your club’s next star recruit? Get the inside word on the top 60 AFL draft prospects plus the latest on who’s going where.
Indigenous groups consulted on future of Australia Day cricket
Cricket Australia will return to scheduling matches on Australia Day – but not before gauging the views of its Indigenous advisory group and committing to fixtures on the controversial date.
The six Indian unknowns Australia must fear
Four years after India stormed the Gabba with a virtual ‘B’ team, Australia should again be wary of little-known stars who could turn the summer on its head, writes Jacob Kuriype.
Gaudray ticks off another career milestone
Celine Gaudray’s latest win at Caulfield Heath on Thursday was a “bittersweet moment” for the rising star spprentice.
Paps rejects secret Gould advances, set to re-sign with Storm
Canterbury supremo Phil Gould has made a secret trip to Melbourne in a desperate last-ditch attempt to poach Ryan Papenhuyzen from the Storm, a move which is set to prove futile.
Phantom draft: Where the big first-round sliders could land
There’s so much talent at the top of this year’s draft crop, which means some absolute stars are set to slide down the order. See the clubs that could land a steal on draft night.
Crosscourt Analysis: Every team’s mid-season review
At the half way point of the NBL25 season, MATT LOGUE breaks down each team’s report card so far. Who’s underperforming? Who’s yet to unlock their best? More in Crosscourt.
Meet the No.1 pick: Inside Dusty-like gun’s unlikely rise to the top
Sam Lalor hasn’t been above 80 per cent this year, yet he is the red-hot favourite to be the No.1 pick. He opens up on his injury struggles which proved to be a blessing in disguise and more.
Lalor’s big day, Northcote’s new opening option
Jack Lalor kicked off a big week for the family with a match-winning performance, while Northcote might have a surprise new opening batting option.
‘Hard to see your dad like that’: Community rallies for sporting stalwart
Six weeks on from his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Michael Johnstone’s family and friends are still coming to grips with the battle he faces. Yet, they are preparing to put emotion to one side to raise awareness about the “insidious” disease.
Gallery: All the best photos from the weekend’s local cricket
From big shots to big shouts, local cricket had it all on Saturday. Leader Local Cricket’s photographers were out in force, capturing all the emotion from five different competitions. See every picture here.
‘In it for the long haul’: How top ton fuels former state bat
Former NSW batter Blake Macdonald made his first impression on Victorian Premier Cricket on Saturday with a classy century and he’s vowed to “put in the work” required to get back on state books.
Hawkesbury preview: Quinton riding a hot streak
Trainer Ron Quinton could leave Hawkesbury on Thursday with a strong win streak heading into the weekend.
Hawkesbury, Albury tips: $46 value bet
Jett Hatton has found one at huge odds in the last at Hawkesbury on Thursday. BEST BETS, INSIDE MAIL
Smith sprinter can come with a flurry in The Warra
A brilliant winner last start, trainer Matt Smith is hoping Headwall can double the dose in The Warra on Saturday.
Caulfield Heath tips Wednesday: $10 value bet
Promising trials and a solid debut outing have left a Tony and Calvin McEvoy-trained three-year-old ready for a breakthrough win at Wednesday’s Caulfield Heath meeting.
Live: 2024 SA School Sports Awards
Watch the glitz and glamour and celebrate the amazing student athletes of South Australia at the School Sport SA awards night.
Live stream: How to watch St Mary’s v Districts in Round 8
Can the champs stop the Crocs juggernaut? Southern Districts are flying high, but they likely haven’t faced an opponent of this quality yet this season. Find out how to watch the match LIVE.
How to watch every match of the 2024-25 NTFL Round 8 live
Get ready for a prime time blockbuster when unbeaten Southern Districts takes on second place St Mary’s – and it’s not the only big-time clash to savour on Saturday. Find out how to watch every match.
AFL Draft: Bolter boots freakish dribbler
GWV Rebels forward Ollie Hannaford saved his best until last in the Coates Talent League quarter-final with this freakish dribbler in a six-goal…
12 picks that could up-end your club’s draft plans
What North Melbourne does with pick two will have a huge domino effect on the rest of this year’s National Draft. CHRIS CAVANAGH zeroes in on the 12 most-influential decisions that will shape the draft.
‘Absolute warrior’: The compelling draft case for a good Brew
Dom Brew won almost everything in the VFL this year – so can he crown it with an AFL list spot at age 27? Good judges are adamant the ‘competitive beast’ should get his chance, writes PAUL AMY.
Watch: Draft expert’s top-five prediction
The AFL Draft is almost here – and we have you covered from every angle. Watch highlights, interviews and expert analysis in the build-up to Wednesday night’s first round.
AFLW Agenda: Why ‘the Teal Deal’ can topple Roos
If Port Adelaide continues to play with the flash and dare which led to its come-from-behind win over Hawthorn, there’s no reason it can’t do what no-one else has and beat North Melbourne.
NRLW Magic Round coup: Newcastle to host historic fixture
In another historic step for the women’s game, the NRLW will get its first ever Magic Round with Newcastle winning the race to host the festival of footy that is set to tour NSW regional towns.
Player exodus: Why Matildas could up-end A-League season
The Matildas’ upcoming clashes with Brazil and Chinese Taipei could have a major impact on the A-League Women season with clubs braced to be missing their stars.
Scholz happens: Inside the world of AFLW’s next mega star
She’s only 19, but Port Adelaide’s Matilda Scholz is already the next big thing in AFLW. She chats to SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON about embracing attention, her rise to stardom and her gifted sporting family.
The lessons Marinkovich learnt to shape world’s best netball team
The Diamonds have been the pinnacle of the game for decades and under the current regime it looks set to stay that way. LISA ALEXANDER chats to her successor Stacey Marinkovich about the biggest role in Australian netball.
SACKED: AFL
Some of the biggest names in AFL reveal the true stories of how they discovered their days were numbered and when the guillotine dropped.
The Herald Sun Footy Podcast
Join the Herald Sun’s Lauren Wood and the team as they talk through the big news of the week, and what’s set for the weekend of footy.
The Phantom’s Lair SuperCoach Podcast
SuperCoach experts Antimo Iannella and Matt Turner share their analysis and wisdom on Australia’s biggest fantasy AFL game.
Side By Side: Collingwood Football Club’s 125th anniversary
Glenn McFarlane speaks with Collingwood legends including Tony Shaw, Nick Maxwell, and Mick Malthouse on the club’s greatest moments.
Daniel Ricciardo is living his best life
Following his unceremonious exit from the F1 grid, Daniel Ricciardo has been keeping busy, including a wild day in Buffalo.
Calls for Piastri change after ‘No. 2’ furore
There is growing scrutiny on the dynamic between McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Lando heading into this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Brown crowned Supercars champ after Feeney wins Adelaide 500
Will Brown has sealed his maiden Supercars championship after opening up an unbeatable lead over his teammate and title rival Broc Feeney, who led home a Triple Eight one-two in the first leg of the Adelaide 500 on Saturday.
Icon saved, big shake-up coming to Formula 1
Formula One has made a call on the future of an iconic race amid a schedule crunch and talk of some popular races being taken off the calendar.
Boston hand 15-straight Cavs first loss
NBA: The Boston Celtics have upset Cleveland as the Cavaliers lose their first game of the season.
‘Inappropriate grabbing’: Charges flow after spectator brawl
Big penalties loom for two NBL imports after being charged for grabbing at fans during an eye-popping incident in Melbourne last weekend.
Simmons ignites Nets with two alleyoops
NBA: An all-round effort on both offence and defence from Ben Simmons has helped the Nets clinch a thrilling 116-115 victory over the Charlotte…
Tatum breaks ankles with buzzer beater 3
Basketball: Boston Celtics’ superstar Jayson Tatum has pulled off a highlight reel play as they looked to end the Cavaliers unbeaten run.
‘I’m appalled’: Netball drama takes ugly turn
A Triple M host has been called out on-air after describing the viral Australian men’s viral netball dance as “embarrassing”.
Swifts co-captain to miss 2025 season – but for a good reason
The Swifts will be without their co-captain Maddy Proud this Super Netball season after the former Diamonds midcourter and NSW cricketer partner Daniel Hughes announced they are expecting their first child.
Netball dance sparks worst kind of reaction
The netball players at the centre of Australia’s latest viral video storm have spoken out as ugly details emerged.
‘Elephant in the room’: T-birds coach addresses three-peat chat
Adelaide Thunderbirds can chase a slice of Super Netball history next year after securing back-to-back championships in 2024. Thunderbirds premiership coach Tania Obst reveals her plans to tackle the three-peat talk.
Iconic batting to ugly flashpoints: 10 biggest moments in Border-Gavaskar history
Since the advent of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in 1996, Australia’s rivalry with India has become one of sport’s fiercest. We count down the 10 biggest moments in the series’ history.
Leg Buys: Vaughan takes aim at ‘ridiculous’ IPL clash
Michael Vaughan has not held back in his criticism of the BCCI’s timing for the upcoming Indian Premier League mega auction, describing it as ‘ridiculous’. Find out why in DANIEL CHERNY’s latest edition of Leg Buys.
Bumrah captain, young stars firm for nod, as India XI takes shape
Behind the team’s official shroud of silence – and late night fun involving e-scooters – there remains a mystery about how India will line up for the first Test. BEN HORNE has the edge on some potential changes for the Perth clash, with starts on Friday.
Labuschagne bracing for war of attrition against India attack
Marnus Labuschagne could be Australia’s most under pressure batter coming into the Test Series against India, yet he’s vowed to get slow cooking in Perth.
Broken jaw hero back for Aussie title blockbuster
He has dethroned Tim Tszyu as Australian boxing’s pound-for-pound king. Now Jai Opetaia is coming home to continue his destruction in a world-title coup for the Gold Coast.
Forgotten champ, 59, vows to ‘KO Jake Paul’
Days after the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson sideshow, another fight has stunned the boxing world as a 59-year-old veteran vowed revenge.
59-year-old’s knockout stuns boxing world
Just days after Jake Paul’s win over Mike Tyson, the boxing world has witnessed another truly bizarre fight from Oliver McCall.
‘Rigged’: Hollywood icon drops Tyson bomb
One of the baddest men in Hollywood has gone public with an explosive theory after seeing close friend Michael Tyson flop.
$6bn Olympic plan: Gov shuts down bold private bid to rescue 2032 Games
A Miles Government minister has all but shut down plans for an Olympic mega precinct with a stunning 60,000-seat waterfront stadium, revealing tenders had already been issued for the QSAC upgrades. TAKE OUR POLL
‘Worked my butt off, gave my all’: Raygun breaks silence
Aussie breakdancer ‘Raygun’ says the vitriol she’s copped since the Paris Olympics has been devastating because she thought her routine would bring joy but instead it opened the door “to so much hate”.
‘So crazy’: Next stop for youngest gold medallist
There’s only one thing a 14-year-old Olympic gold medallist can do after the Games are done and that’s what’s on Arisa Trew’s mind.
‘Full-circle moment’: Fox’s achievement hits home
Canoe superstar Jess Fox has enjoyed the arrival home as an Olympic gold medallist before, but this time it was her sister’s turn.
UFC star offered opponent extra $50k to save boxing debut
A contract spat has put a sudden end to Tyson Pedro’s boxing debut, with the fight collapsing due to a payment dispute, despite an extra incentive being offered to keep the fight intact.
$1.2 trillion Trump pic is ‘richest ever seen’
Elon Musk got all the headlines when he sat with Donald Trump at UFC 309, but the real bombshell is the man on the other side of the President-elect.
UFC fight shows everything has changed
Jon Jones performed an iconic dance after brutally knocking out his opponent with a spinning heel kick, showing just how much has changed.
Jones will drop title to avoid Aspinall
UFC: Current UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones is willing to retire and forfeit his UFC title, in order to avoid current Interim Tom Aspinall….
‘Unacceptable in 2024’: Chelsea condemn homophobic Kerr abuse
Homophobic comments levelled at Matildas legend Sam Kerr over her baby announcement have been condemned by the superstar’s Premier League club.
‘Unacceptable’: Chelsea shocked by Kerr twist
Sam Kerr’s club have taken aim at social media trolls after her baby announcement was overshadowed in ugly scenes.
‘Absolute catastrophe’: Socceroos rocked
The Socceroos have fallen apart in spectacular circumstances with their world cup qualification campaign on a knife’s edge.
He saved the Socceroos but wasteful star almost cost them the lot
Kusini Yengi came to the rescue for the Socceroos deep into stoppage time, but if the striker really does want to be the next Tim Cahill he has a long way to go, writes ERIN SMITH.
NFL Week 12 Preview with NFL Straya
Jaymz Clements from NFL Straya previews a massive Week 12 of the NFL before Friday’s division clash between the Browns and Steelers that kicks…
‘No notes’: Aussie’s nickname takes over NBA
Aussie youngster Dyson Daniels is taking over the NBA after he was bestowed arguably the greatest nickname ever.
Aussie NBA star perp walked after game-winning robbery
Aussie NBA star Dyson Daniels has lived up to his “Great Barrier Thief” nickname, with his teammates even arresting the youngster after a clutch…
Opponent kicks pickleball player in the face
A pickleball player has gone viral for all the wrong reasons after kicking a rival in the face after losing a game.
Wallabies credit coach for needed change
Rugby: As the Wallabies prepare to take on Scotland, Nic White has praised coach Joe Schmidt for the big turnaround.
How Wallabies demolition job could hurt Grand Slam plan
For the Wallabies to emulate the feats of the legendary 1984 Australia side, there’s one area in particular they need to conquer – and their destructive win over Wales solved none of it.
‘World class already’: Scots blown away by code-hopper
The rugby world is buzzing about code-hopper Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii ‘s Wallabies arrival but the real reason for two massive wins in the UK lies elsewhere.
Wallabies credit coach for great form
Rugby Union: Nic White has given credit to new coach Joe Schmidt for their stunning turnaround of form over the last year.
Parramatta moves to erase Moses contract clauses
Parramatta are set to work with Mitchell Moses to erase certain clauses from his contract, a move which could see the star halfback play out the remainder of his glittering career at the Eels.
Sevens star in line for stunning NRL debut with Dragons
Fresh off dealing another blow to rugby union by announcing his code switch, Sevens star Nathan Lawson is feverishly learning the Dragons playbook as he prepares for a stunning NRL debut.
NRL ambushes Vegas F1 street race in daring PR stunt
The NRL has taken on one of the biggest sporting events in the world, crashing Formula One’s Las Vegas street party to promote its own event in Sin City. WATCH THE VIDEO
Tigers players with fitness issues named
The Wests Tigers players who failed fitness tests on day one of pre-season have been named amid John Bateman’s contract issues.
LIV Golfer granted unlikely DP World Tour green light for 2025
In another sign of tension between the PGA and DP tours and LIV Golf easing, Lucas Herbert’s circuit membership has been given the green light for 2025.
Day vows to play more golf in Aus
Golf: Former World Number One Jason Day has promised to play more golf tournaments back home in Australia.
Putting duel looms between Day and Smith
In his prime, Jason Day was the ‘best putter in the world’, so a classic Australian PGA battle on the greens looms between him and Cam Smith.
Day reveals ‘phenomenal’ homecoming moment
It’s been seven years since Jason Day was back in Australia and after arriving in Brisbane for this week’s Australian PGA Championship he made a beeline for one thing.
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