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Matthew joined news.com.au in 2021 as a sports reporter after completing a Journalism and International Studies degree at UTS. He is a self-professed sports nerd and has a particular interest in Formula One, AFL, NBA, tennis and swimming. When he’s not watching sport, you’ll find Matthew shanking balls on the golf course and spending too much time tinkering with his AFL Fantasy team.

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NRL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 01: Nathan Cleary of the Panthers reacts after receiving his winners' medal during the 2023 NRL Grand Final match between Penrith Panthers and Brisbane Broncos at Accor Stadium on October 01, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

‘A god’: Nathan Cleary enters GOAT debate

Nathan Cleary has cemented his NRL legacy in style and there are already calls for him to receive rugby league’s highest honour.

NRL

Jarome Luai was back up to his old tricks after Penrith's Grand Final win.

NRL villain does it again with Insta post

Jarome Luai was up to his old tricks after the Grand Final, appearing to taunt fans following Penrith’s historic premiership three-peat.

Boxing

Jai Opetaia could soon be the new king of the cruiserweight division.

‘Massacre’: Aussie’s boxing obliteration stuns

Aussie boxing star Jai Opetaia has defended his world title in style, prompting declarations he should be considered a national hero.

AFL

Brendan Fevola jumps into the Yarra River.

Fevola jumps into river after 10cm heartbreak

Brendan Fevola jumped into Melbourne’s Yarra River in wild scenes after falling agonisingly short of another footy triumph.

NRL

Reece Walsh and the Broncos on stage at the NRL Fan day at Circular Quay in Sydney ahead of SundayÃs NRL Grand Final against Penrith. Pics Adam Head

‘Jealous’ Walsh haters slammed after clash

Broncos coach Kevin Walters has defended Reece Walsh after the star fullback’s ugly clash with a Panthers fan ahead of the NRL Grand Final.

NRL

Rugby Australia has offered Angus Crichton a lucrative deal.

‘Can’t fathom’: Star’s bombshell $1.6m offer

Rugby Australia have tabled a huge deal to a Sydney Roosters star in another bid to poach NRL talent that has been widely slammed.

Boxing

Jermell Charlo has mocked Tim Tszyu yet again.

‘Ain’t done s***’: Tszyu burned by US star

The US boxing star who pulled out of a fight with Tim Tszyu has blasted the Aussie, even mocking his name in a blistering spray.

Basketball

Gaze couldn't stop touching Scottie Pippen.

Aussie legend called out for live TV antics

Aussie basketball great Andrew Gaze has been roasted for some bizarre antics towards NBA legend Scottie Pippen while on live TV.

ExclusiveNRL

Greg Alexander said he'd had enough of his job with the NSW Blues.

‘Had enough’: Blues kingpin spills on exit

Greg Alexander has opened up on his decision to quit as Brad Fittler’s right-hand man, revealing he “didn’t want to stay on” with NSW.

UpdatedNRL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 27: Kalyn Ponga of the Newcastle Knights poses after winning the 2023 NRL Dally M Medal and Fullback of the Year during the 2023 Dally M Awards at The Winx Stand, Royal Randwick Racecourse on September 27, 2023 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Kolbe/Getty Images)

‘System’s broken’: Dally M furore erupts

The NRL’s highest individual honour has been awarded, with a thrilling Dally M Medal upset stunning rugby league fans.

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