Rousey back in spotlight after Holm UFC knockout

Ronda Rousey has returned to the public eye a fortnight after her savage loss to Holly Holm in their UFC title fight in Melbourne.

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Kobe's decline a problem for Lakers

Victor Mather   Once regarded as the heir apparent to Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant's fading form is now a serious issue for the LA Lakers.

The video that could psyche out a UFC superstar

David Sygall   It's a jaw-dropping training video, but Jose Aldo thinks he'll do to Conor McGregor what Holly Holm did to Ronda Rousey

Eight-year-old 'discovers' key to beating LeBron

David Sygall   A chance finding in a school library led young Hawks fan 'Eli' to pen a potentially game-changing letter to 'Coach Bud'.

Heckler pummelled by 211cm NBA player

Another ugly incident involving a famous athlete. And another example of the many perils sports stars face.

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Ali's grandson aiming for his own greatness

David Sygall   There are athletes with a fine pedigree and then there is Biaggio Ali Walsh.

NBA upstart has massive tattoo - of himself

David Sygall   It's the kind of body art that makes Australia's heavily-inked cricketers look humble.

NFL player shot in head in Miami

St Louis Rams wide receiver Stedman Bailey has been shot in the head in Miami, according to US reports.

Patriots and Packers on collision course for Superbowl

Matt Bungard   Sometimes in life we say things we regret. And sometimes, we say them publicly on the internet so that they're inescapable forever.

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UFC star unfazed by Beyonce meeting

Marissa Payne   New UFC women's bantamweight champion Holly Holm is so polite that even when she meets A-list celebrities she follows standard protocol.

Simmons shows why he's tipped to be the NBA's No.1 draft pick

His team may have been beaten by one point, but Australian basketball sensation Ben Simmons has shown why he is tipped to be the No.1 NBA draft pick for next year, playing a blinder in the NCAA college competition.

Quarterback's concussion shines light on NRL policy

Danielle Rendina   The NFL is investigating how a star player could avoid the league's concussion protocol in a case the NRL will no doubt keep an eye on.

Bogut chasing history as Warriors run riot

Peter Mitchell   A win over struggling LA Lakers will etch Golden State in the record books and could put them on track to surpass even Michael Jordan's great Chicago Bulls.

Hayne on track to rejoin 49ers starting squad

Kristen Tsiamis   Jarryd Hayne's chances at making a return to the San Francisco 49ers have improved drastically as the struggling team's disastrous record continues.

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Squirrel the star at Vikings v Packers

It was Packers v Vikings v Squirrel on Monday morning (AEST), when a furry, four-legged animal "wreaked havoc" on the field in Minneapolis.

Kaepernick out for season with shoulder injury

Cam Inman   Colin Kaepernick's season, and quite possibly his 49ers tenure, is over as he needs surgery to repair a torn labrum in his left, non-throwing shoulder, a league source said.

Curry 'maybe as skilled a player as we've ever had': Nash

Jamie Marcuson   Two-time NBA MVP Steve Nash has weighed into the Steph Curry debate, saying he may be "the most skilled player we've ever had in this game."

Hayne smashes "stupid question" about NRL return

David Sygall   The question was always going to pop up after the gossip this week. And Hayne dropped the metaphorical shoulder.

Hayne's teammate buys mum quarter million dollar car

David Sygall   Reggie Bush credits his mother for much of his success. And he repaid her with an amazing 50th birthday present.

Jarryd Hayne sidelined again but there is hope

Peter Mitchell   Hayne won't be brought into the starting team this week, but coach Jim Tomsula has hinted he's not done with the ex-NRL star.

Hayne going nowhere

The offers are flooding in from rugby league clubs but Jarryd Hayne has already made up his mind, his agent says.

Cage fight lived up to the hype

Martin Flanagan   It has long intrigued me that the number of boys playing Australian football is said to be dropping because mothers fear their sons getting injured while, at the same time, the number of girls playing football is booming. 

Former wrestler's astonishing Rousey claim

Matt Bonesteel and Cindy Boren   Before her ill-fated bout with Holly Holm at UFC 193, Ronda Rousey talked to Rolling Stone about her desire to "disappear" for a while after the fight.

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Why UFC is streets ahead on safety

Matt Bungard   Calling for a ban on UFC demonstrates a lack of understanding of the sport and the culture that surrounds it - and if you don't like it, don't watch.

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'Prejudicial ideology' called out by quarterback

Danielle Rendina   A minutes' silence at an NFL game for the victims in Paris was interrupted by a fan's slur. And it made Aaron Rodgers furious.

Tough week stands between Warriors and NBA history

Carl Steward   The NBA record for best start by a defending champion is 14-0, set by the Boston Celtics in 1957. The Warriors are 11-0 and, if they can get through this week, can break the record next Sunday in Denver.

Rousey: I will be back

Ronda Rousey's trainer Mike Dolce has declared the defeated UFC world bantamweight champion will bounce back from her upset loss to Holly Holm, as she has done before.

Rousey has earned right to rematch with Holm

Lance Pugmire   By producing the remarkable upset of Ronda Rousey, Holly Holm has earned the opportunity to duplicate it.

Holm keen to stay out of celebrity spotlight

Martin Rogers   Holly Holm might have taken Ronda Rousey's crown as the queen of mixed martial arts but she has no plans to follow in her beaten rival's celebrity footsteps.

Rousey knocked out in shock UFC loss

Matt Murnane   Holly Holm has caused a massive upset at UFC 193 by knocking out reigning bantamweight title holder Ronda Rousey early in the second round at Etihad Stadium.

Rousey knocked out in second round

Matt Murnane   Ronda Rousey has been sensationally knocked out in the second round of her UFC bout with title holder Holly Holm at Etihad Stadium.

Mixed early results for Aussies at UFC 193

Hometown favourite Daniel Kelly showed he still has it at 38 years of age, landing some blistering left hooks in his big win over American Steve Montgomery on the UFC 193 undercard at Melbourne's Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Rivals put on a Punch and Judy show

Peter Hanlon   Ronda Rousey stormed onto the stage, hopped on and off the scales, then charged at Holm, who was doing nothing more antagonistic than sipping the sponsor's product.

Rousey: Human fighting instinct key to UFC's popularity

Ronny Lerner   Mixed martial arts might still be polarising opinions in this country as to its legitimacy as a sport but what cannot be denied is the Ultimate Fighting Championship's soaring global popularity.

Mayweather takes another shot at Rousey

David Sygall   Many thought the long-running battle of words between Ronda Rousey and Floyd Mayweather had ended. But the boxing great has had one more pot-shot at the MMA star, who is preparing for her huge fight in Melbourne on Sunday.

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Did MMA star get a free pass over domestic assault?

Cindy Boren   Aside from the fact that photographic evidence seems to make all the difference when it comes to outrage, there are still blurry lines when it comes to women who are violent against men.

UFC is savagery, not sport

Sam Varghese   Packaging violence and selling it as sport is an art in itself. Every sport that society acknowledges as such, pits human against human, either collectively or individually, with the winner taking the spoils.

Hayne stays positive despite latest setback

James MacSmith   Tim Mannah would love to have Hayne back, but he doesn't expect the former Eels superstar to return to the NRL anytime soon.

Patriots a thrilling match to fans, but not Giants

Tom Rock   ​For most fans, this week-long run-up to the Giants' game against the Patriots will be flooded with memories. Helmet catches and almost-perfect seasons and toe-taps along the sideline and a Hail Mary pass that came down just before the confetti went up are all part of the lore that links the teams.

Heat trade Chalmers to Grizzlies in four-player deal

Jeff Zillgitt   ​The Miami Heat traded point guard Mario Chalmers and forward James Ennis to the Memphis Grizzlies for guard Beno Udrih and forward Jarnell Stokes.

Dellavedova shining for Cavs

Jason Lloyd   Matthew Dellavedova's never-say-die attitude continues to win fans in Cleveland.

Why Durant wants Wizards game to be just another road trip

Sam Amick   If Kevin Durant has his way, Tuesday night (Wednesday AEDT) will be nothing more than a routine road game between his Oklahoma City Thunder and the Washington Wizards.

Wade v Kobe reaching final chapters

Ira Winderman   This won't necessarily be a passing of the torch, because the fire still burns within Kobe Bryant. And because Bryant's spirit already has helped ignite deeper basketball passion within Dwyane Wade.

Colts end Broncos' unbeaten run

Andrew Luck and the Indianapolis Colts spoiled the Denver Broncos' perfect season when Adam Vinatieri's 55-yard field goal with 6:13 remaining gave Indianapolis a 27-24 victory on Sunday.

Wing on the rise for the New York Giants

Zach Schonburn   Jarryd Hayne is getting the headlines, but Brad Wing is Australia's biggest success story in the NFL.

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Hayne misses out again for 49ers

Jarryd Hayne has once again missed out on being elevated to the San Francisco 49ers 53-man squad, this time for their match against the 6-2 Atlanta Falcons.

The 48 photos that have shocked America's team

Christine Brennan   The release of graphic images of injuries suffered by the former girlfriend of Dallas player Greg Hardy have shocked America.

Aussie NFL prospect sidelined with knee injury

Matt Bungard   Australia's top NFL Draft prospect has suffered a devastating injury with just a couple of months to go in his college career.

Jae Crowder hits impressive full court shot...but it doesn't count

James Mooney   The assumption anyone good enough to play in the NBA can make a shot from pretty much anywhere has been strengthened thanks to Boston Celtics foward Jae Crowder.

What does the future hold for Jarryd Hayne?

Tom Decent   Everything you wanted to know - but were too afraid to ask - about the boy from Minto's prospects of getting back into the big time.

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Hayne returns to a 49ers team in turmoil

Peter Mitchell   Jarryd Hayne returns to the San Francisco 49ers' headquarters to take his place on the practice squad where there will be new running backs, a new starting quarterback and plenty of questions.

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Redskins use the 'Dumb Blonde beer' defence

The Washington Redskins have appealed a federal decision that cancelled their trademark in part by listing other trademarks that they say are "offensive".

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Hayne signed to 49ers' practice squad

The San Francisco 49ers have signed Jarryd Hayne to their practice squad, after no other team picked him up in the waiver period.

Hayne unclaimed by other NFL teams

Jarryd Hayne has not been claimed by any of the other 31 NFL teams during the waiver period.

The wild throw that lost the Mets the World Series

Kate Aubusson, Matt Bungard   It was the disastrous throw that spelt the end for the New York Mets' shot at a first World Series win since 1986.

Tomsula stands by Hayne decision but hopes NFL rivals don't pounce

Tom Decent   San Francisco coach Jim Tomsula backed his decision to dump Jarryd Hayne from the 49ers roster, but admitted having the option to call on Hayne would be preferable in hindsight after fresh injuries to running backs Reggie Bush and Mike Davis.

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I'm a Jarryd Hayne fan: Tomsula

Peter Mitchell   San Francisco's coach has defended his decision to axe Jarryd Hayne from the team but insists he's still a fan of the NRL convert.

Injuries to 49ers RBs open door for Hayne

Tom Decent   Having waived NRL convert on Sunday, Jim Tomsula's embattled 49ers are now down three running backs after injuries to Bush and Mike Davis in the defeat to St Louis.

Hayne won't return to NRL, says manager

Tom Decent   The San Francisco 49ers have dumped Jarryd Hayne from their roster, indefinitely halting his NFL dream but the former rugby league star has made it clear he has no plans of returning to Australia or the NRL.

Volquez to pitch again after dad's death

Edinson Volquez will have his dad on his mind on Sunday night (Monday AEDT) when he tries to pitch the Kansas City Royals to their first World Series baseball title in 30 years.

Royals defeat Mets, take 3-1 series lead

Andrew Keh   The Kansas City Royals took a commanding 3-1 lead over the New York Mets in the World Series with a scintillating, come-from-behind 5-3 victory on Sunday (AEDT) at Citi Field.

Jarryd Hayne's on the waiver wire – but what does it mean?

Chris Boulous   Where to next for Jarryd Hayne? The waiver wire explained, and the likely next steps for ex-NRL star as he attempts to keep his NFL dream alive.

Hayne reacts after being waived by 49ers

Tom Decent   Despite being waived by the San Francisco 49ers, Jarryd Hayne is remaining philosophical about his future in the NFL, tweeting a message to his 191,000 followers that he will be back at work on Tuesday regardless of whether he gets picked up by another team.

49ers release Hayne from their roster

Paul Suttor   The San Francisco 49ers have announced they have waived former Parramatta Eels star Jarryd Hayne from their roster.

Lions early frontrunners to sign Hayne

The Detroit Lions are in pole position to sign Jarryd Hayne after the Australian was cut by the San Francisco 49ers.

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49ers fans outraged after Hayne waived

Tom Decent   Social media users have ripped into the San Francisco 49ers for waiving Jarryd Hayne.

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First pitch sets stage for crucial Mets win

New York's strapping, rookie righthander Noah Syndergaard, known by the nickname "Thor", hammered home a Mets message with the first pitch of World Series Game Three and made no apologies.

NFL player sues fantasy sports site FanDuel

Washington Redskins wide receiver Pierre Garçon on Friday filed a proposed class action lawsuit in U.S. federal court in Maryland on behalf of himself and other NFL players, asserting that daily fantasy sports company FanDuel Inc used their names and likenesses without consent.

Injury paves way for Hayne NFL return

Peter Mitchell   Bad news has become good news for Jarryd Hayne.

Wittman has new-style roster, philosophy to match

Jorge Castillo   ​Before training camp even started, Washington Wizards players found coach Randy Wittman's plan for them laid out on the Verizon Center court.

New-look Knicks open season with win over Bucks

Scott Cacciola   For one game, at least, the Knicks showed that they could vie for respectability, as they manhandled the Bucks, 122-97.

Timberwolves pay tribute to Saunders with win over Lakers

Martin Rogers   His gesture was subtle, but deliberate, as Kevin Garnett began the first game of his 21st season in the NBA nursing the pain of losing beloved Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Flip Saunders.

Royals take 2-0 World Series lead

The Kansas City Royals backed the superb two-hit pitching of Johnny Cueto with a relentless attack to rout the New York Mets 7-1 on Wednesday and take a 2-0 lead in the best-of-seven World Series.

Hayne still on the outer with the 49ers

Jarryd Hayne appears to have lost his punt return job at the San Francisco 49ers.

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Kansas City Royals' pitcher's father dies just before World Series

Jamie Marcuson   In a heartbreaking turn of events, Kansas City Royals' pitcher Edinson Volquez's father died just before the start of game 1 of the World Series.

Royals beat Mets in marathon World Series opener

Kansas City Royals rally to beat the New York Mets 5-4 in 14 innings and draw first blood in the marathon opener of the best-of-seven World Series.

Fox Sports lose feed for World Series

Jamie Marcuson   'You had one job!' That was the cry of baseball fans around the US as broadcaster, Fox Sports, lost power during Game 1 of the World Series between the Kansas City Royals and the New York Mets.

Raptors still best among a sad-looking bunch

Paul Zalunardo   We certainly haven't saved the best for last. The Eastern Conference's Atlantic Division has one team that should make the play-offs (Toronto), one that might (Boston) and three that probably won't.

Hayne's journey far from over

Matt Bungard   What happens next for Jarryd Hayne and his NFL odyssey? Well, there's four ways this can go from here.

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Mets World Series tickets most expensive in baseball history

Tom Decent   Tickets for the New York Mets World Series game - their first since 2000 - are being sold for an average price of $1,667.82; the most expensive ever in baseball history.

Miami Heat seeking a return to the NBA's elite

Paul Zalunardo   Is this the most interesting division in the NBA? If isn't the best (hello Southwest, how you doin?) but it is filled with five teams who all have interesting storylines heading into the new season.

Jarryd Hayne's 49ers could play in Sydney

Melanie Kembrey   Australian sports fans could get to see Jarryd Hayne's San Francisco 49ers in the flesh, with discussions under way to bring the team to Sydney for a game.

It's all about the Cavs in the Central Division

Paul Zalunardo   This remains the Cavaliers' division. They aren't just the best team among this group, they're the best in the NBA.

Royals set up World Series showdown with Mets after toppling Blue Jays

Kansas City used some daring base-running to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 4-3 in game six of the American League Championship Series on Friday as the Royals advanced to the World Series for a second consecutive year.

Hayne 'didn't like' being dropped, says Tomsula

Phil Lutton   Jarryd Hayne didn't play in the San Francisco 49ers loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Lucky him.

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Live NFL: San Francisco 49ers v Seattle Seahawks

Phil Lutton   Follow our full live coverage as the 49ers look to go back to back after a short turnaround.

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Blow for Hayne as 49ers leave him out

Phil Lutton   Jarryd Hayne has been described as many things so far in his NFL campaign. Now he can add 'inactive' to the list after being dropped by the 49ers to play Seattle.

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Mets complete sweep of Cubs

The New York Mets completed a four-game sweep of the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series with an 8-3 rout on Wednesday that put them into the World Series for the first time since 2000.

At $2000 per yard, Hayne's raking it in

Tom Decent   Jarryd Hayne has already made over $226,106 in the NFL for a total of 25 rushing yards - about the distance it takes to get back onside twice in a rugby league match.

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Man who missed Hayne plane gives rave review

​If the Seattle Seahawks had their way Jarryd Hayne would be suiting up for them in this week's crucial clash with the San Francisco 49ers.

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'Fun while it lasted': Scathing verdict on Jarryd Hayne

Jamie Marcuson   It was "fun while it lasted" but the Jarryd Hayne experiement needs to be rectified quickly. That is the opinion of legendary Sports Illustrated NFL commentator Peter King.

Perth pitcher Hendriks gets MLB record

Perth pitcher Liam Hendriks has claimed a long-standing Major League Baseball playoffs record but it wasn't enough to help his Toronto Blue Jays level their series against Kansas City Royals.

Hayne reflects on dropped ball

Jarryd Hayne only touched the ball once against the Baltimore Ravens and fumbled it, but he's not complaining.

For Cubs, facing Jacob deGrom not a totally hairy situation

Jorge L. Ortiz   Pitchers with comic-book nicknames brought Chicago Cubs hitters to their knees in the first two games of the National League Championship Series, so perhaps it will hearten them to know Jacob deGrom has no superhero moniker.

49ers coach says Hayne 'improving'

San Francisco 49ers coach Jim Tomsula has given a lukewarm assessment of Jarryd Hayne as a running back.

Childhood finger injury helped Green to succeed

Linda Robertson   Many NBA fans and players don't even know that Gerald Green plays basketball without the use of his right ring finger.

Hayne devastated by fumble against Ravens

Jarryd Hayne says he was devastated by his latest punt return fumble in the first quarter of San Francisco's clash against the Baltimore Ravens.

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