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Will another field goal separate Ipswich rivals?

With the Tigers and Eagles in second spot chasing leaders Fassifern, O'Brien said his A Grade players were primed for the Woogaroo Field encounter.

Jets captain expected to miss vital match

Ipswich Jets skipper Dane Phillips tries to palm away his Sunshine Coast opponent during an earlier Queensland Cup match this season. Phillips is battling a knee injury.

Ipswich skipper battling injury for Bears duel

Who's in the frame to replace JT for Origin decider?

Maroons need a new five-eighth after Thurston was ruled out.

Knights at home with new-found confidence

Ipswich Knights defender Devon Munn displays his aerial skills during his team's 2-2 draw with Rochedale Rovers in the Brisbane Premier League.

Ipswich team keen to build on BPL turnaround

COMMENT: Footy fever brings out true colours

Common sense and basic judgment goes out of the window

Johnathan Thurston to miss the rest of season

Jonathan Thurston of the Maroons reacts after his match-winning kick in Origin II.

Champion halfback reportedly requires surgery to fix his shoulder.

Quality field for middle distance Ipswich racing

Trainer has three chances in same race

Enthusiasm growing for croquet in new Ipswich era

Croquet placegetters (from left) Gail Gilmore, Ruth Manicaros, Elaine Drennan, Maree Woodward, Veronica Thomas and Trish Noble.

Several disciplines keep game alive

Just In

State of Origin

NSW coach calls for end to 'cruel' demands on stars

Laurie Daley has called on the NRL to consider exempting State of Origin's warriors from backing up for weekend NRL club games.

100 people turn out for State of Origin event

100 people attended the Brookwater Golf And Country Club's second State of Origin event on Wednesday.

Brookwater hosts its second State of Origin dinner event

Who's in the frame to replace JT for Origin decider?

Maroons need a new five-eighth after Thurston was ruled out.

Johnathan Thurston to miss the rest of season

Champion halfback reportedly requires surgery to fix his shoulder.

Cooper lauds JT's toughness in Origin epic

Johnathan Thurston (left) and Gavin Cooper celebrate the Maroons' victory in Origin II.

Johnathan Thurston inspired his troops with his mental strength.

Selectors way off the mark with man-of-the-match pick

Dane Gagai of the Maroons is tackled by Josh Jackson of the Blues.

Wrong man-of-the-match was named, and he was from wrong team.

Mackay's Dane Gagai helps keep Origin series alive

Maroons winger Dane Gagai scored a double whammy during State of Origin Game II against the NSW Blues at ANZ Stadium in Sydney on Wednesday night.

Mackay's Dane Gagai scored double whammy in Origin Game II

National Sport

READY FOR HISTORY: Australian challenger Jeff Horn can 'do a Rocky' and beat Manny Pacquaio.

Horn can do a Rocky and stun Pacquiao

Jeff Horn could become an instant sport icon if he beats Manny Pacquiao in the Battle of Brisbane on July 2

Sharks lock Andrew Fifita into new long-term deal

Test star set to finish his NRL career at Cronulla.

Broncos forced into reshuffle after Boyd sidelined

Injured Brisbane Broncos captain Darius Boyd.

Kiwi Test utility Jordan Kahu to play fullback against Raiders.

Wallabies debutant indebted to veterans

Jack Dempsey has credited duo for helping him fulfil dream.

Freo dealt Fyfe blow ahead of Cats clash

Dockers captain Nathan Fyfe gets a handball away against the Kangaroos.

Star midfielder ruled out due to injury.

Gary Ablett's 300th on hold after failing fitness test

Veteran was due to take on St Kilda in his milestone match.

Physical Cameroon puts Socceroos' cup run in jeopardy

BIGGEST CHALLENGE: Australia coach Ange Postecoglou knows the Socceroos must beat South American champions Chile

The Socceroos have to beat the South American champions Chile

Features

Anasta spills on the off-field dramas at Roosters, Tigers

One of Sydney rugby league's most polarising, recognisable and enduring figures of the past decade shares his stories.

'I did not think this would ever happen in my wildest dreams'

Giants defender Bec Bulley. Photo: Getty Images

Bulley prepares for Super Netball premliminary final with Giants

Cathy Freeman finds her love for athletics again

Former track and field athlete Cathy Freeman is a 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games ambassador.

Golden girl is an ambassador for the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.

What's happened to the great Novak Djokovic?

Novak Djokovic of Serbia during his game against Nick Kyrgios of Australia at Indian Wells.

Former world No.1 has gone from being tennis's king to its joker.

Firebirds legend has no regrets about retirement

Former players Clare McMeniman (left) and Laura Geitz celebrate a Firebirds win.

Clare McMeniman is loving the new Super Netball competition.

Sam Thaiday glad there's still loyalty in the game

TOGETHER AGAIN: Sam Thaiday, Johnathan Thurston and Mal Meninga.

Broncos star happy coach shows faith

Rep-break report card: your NRL club rated

Billy Slater of the Storm is chased by James Maloney of the Sharks.

We rate your club's season so far.

Opinion

Stephen Hoiles: Wallabies need a quick fix

Australians failed to generate any quick ball when they had possession against Scotland.

Selectors way off the mark with man-of-the-match pick

Wrong man-of-the-match was named, and he was from wrong team.

Backs to the wall, Lions made best of bad situation

EX-LIONS: Sam Docherty is a lock for All-Australian selection this year.

Credit where credit's due when it comes to Brisbane recruiting

Michael Ennis: NSW facing a much sterner test

DANGER MAN: The Maroons will attempt to keep Blues fullback James Tedesco quiet in tonight's clash.

NSW preparing for a much sterner test, writes NSW great.

Justin Hodges: Maroons need to stick to game plan

DESERVED CALL-UP: Maroons debutant Jarrod Wallace has done a great job for the Titans since leaving the Broncos.

Big names know how to get the job done when pressure is on.

Greg Martin: World Cup heartache still drives Scots

Israel Folau was one of the Wallabies' best against Fiji.

Wallabies should prepare for some angry Scotsmen in Sydney.

Never misjudge a Maroon: lessons from the '95 'nuffies'

Queensland Maroons debutant Tim Glasby answers questions at a press conference in Brisbane.

We should be cautious about pre-judging team, writes Tony Durkin.

NRL

Titans call on Taylor to continue steering ship

Halfback was forced to do all the decision-making last week.

Origin excitement to reach new level

Time to send JT out a winner

Bennett blasts Hayne for Origin blunder

Jarryd Hayne (left) of the Blues pats Johnathan Thurston of the Maroons on the head.

NSW star butchered what should have been the knockout blow.

Why beating the Bears is no picnic

Former Ipswich Jet Kurt Capewell makes a break during the team's 2015 premiership success.

Jets keen to end terrible coast record

Billy Slater makes bold call on his Origin future

Billy Slater of the Maroons runs with ball during State of Origin game two.

Maroon has no plans to follow Johnathan Thurston into the sunset.

Report card: Hayne's night of horrors

Billy Slater of the Maroons (left) and Jarryd Hayne of the Blues challenge for a high ball.

We evaluate the performance of every aspect of the losing NSW side.

Report card: Walters masterstroke laid platform for Maroons

Dylan Napa of the Maroons is tackled by Nathan Peats (left) and David Klemmer of the Blues.

We review every facet of Queensland's game in Origin II.

AFL

WATCH: Young gun inspires Hawks to upset of ladder leaders

It was a compelling performance from Alastair Clarkson's men.

Bombers forward to miss Swans showdown

Cale Hooker unavailable because of a finger injury.

Rising star has Lions teammate in awe

Ryan Lester of the Lions celebrates a goal against Essendon in round two.

Ryan Lester has the best seat in the house.

AFL previews for round 14

Lance Franklin of the Swans will be a handful for the Bombers.

Terry Mallinder takes a look at this weekend's games.

Soccer

VIDEO: Draw with Cameroon leaves Socceroos' hopes dangling

Australia must beat Chile by two clear goals in three days' time.

Tragic death still haunts Cameroon 14 years on

Cameroon's Marc Vivien Foe (left) fights for the ball with Argentina's Juan Veron in 2002.

Africans' game against Australia comes a day before the anniversary.

Roar re-signs key defensive duo

Avram Papadopoulos of the Brisbane Roar.

Avram Papadopoulos and Michael Theo have recommitted to club.

Melbourne set to host vital Socceroos qualifier

The Socceroos line up before their 2018 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifier against Saudi Arabia at the Adelaide Oval.

AAMI Park on verge of being announced as venue for Thailand clash.

Postecoglou won't field first XI against Cameroon

Australia players exercise during a training session in St. Petersburg in Russia. Photo:AP

"I don't think the Cameroon game's going to be any easier”

Socceroos tempted to go with Kruse control

IMPACT PLAYER: Australia's Robbie Kruse could start for the Socceroos in the Confederations Cup showdown with Cameroon.

It's do or die for the Socceroos in the Confederations Cup

Socceroos into the unknown against Cameroon

Mathew Leckie is a likely starter against Cameroon.

Socceroos into the unknown against Cameroon

Cricket

Players stumped by Cricket Australia's industrial tactics

Cricket Australia treating players like hole-diggers, says Big Bash star Ben Dunk

Champions Trophy fairytale comes true for Pakistan

Pakistan captain Sarfraz Ahmed celebrates after claiming the catch to dismiss the last of the Indian batsmen in the ICC Champions Trophy final at The Oval in London.

Bottom-ranked side springs upset in tournament decider

The long history between cricket's greatest foes

India captain Virat Kohli marks a half-century in the ICC Champions Trophy semi-final against Bangladesh.

India and Pakistan to meet in Champions Trophy decider.

Agar called in for out-of-favour O'Keefe on Bangladesh tour

Ashton Agar during a nets session at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

Recurrence of a stress fracture has ruled Mitchell Starc out.

Seccombe to coach Queensland Bulls

Phil Jaques quit as Queensland coach earlier this year.

Wade Seccombe is the new coach of the Queensland Bulls.

WATCH: Kohli and Sharma shine as India powers into final

India captain Virat Kohli (right) and Rohit Sharma celebrate at the end of the ICC Champions Trophy semi against Bangladesh at Edgbaston.

Defending champion has powered into Champions Trophy decider.

More twists and surprise to come in Champions Trophy?

Bangladesh's Mosaddek Hossain, centre, is the team's leading wicket taker in the Champions Trophy.

THREE teams left in the ICC Champions Trophy.

Netball

Sapphires on rise as Flyers find feet

FORMER Goodna netballer Erin Ellis welcomes a team from her previous association joining Ipswich in this year's expanded Queensland Premier League series.

Super Netball on hold for Commonwealth Games

The Sunshine Coast Lightning won the inaugural Super Netball grand final against the Giants on Saturday.

SUPER Netball faces a 10-month wait before a return to action.

Firebirds swoop on rising star

Former Queensland Firebirds and Australia captain Laura Geitz (right) is yet to make an announcement about her playing future.

Queensland Firebirds reveal player list

Lightning captain stepped out of comfort zone and thrived

Lighting's defence was crucial in its grand final win.

Speed helps Lightning to inaugural title win

SOAKING IT IN: Laura Langman of the Lightning celebrates the win.

Speed and quick passing key to success.

Mentor braced for clash with Giants shooter in final

OPPONENTS: Giants shooter Kristina Brice and Lightning Geva Mentor during their last encounter at Sydney Olympic Park.

Lightning captain ready for a grand final test.

Coaches prepare for battle of wits in super final

One has won five titles and the other has one.

Horse Racing

OUT: Alana Aspinall's (left) membership of the Toowoomba Turf Club has been suspended.

Stablehand kicked out of Turf Club for improper conduct

IMPROPER conduct during a race meeting at Clifford Park racecourse has resulted in a six-month disqualification for licenced stablehand Alana Aspinall.

Well done for QT race coverage

Other media outlets attempt to drag down the efforts of the city

Michelle Payne will remember Ascot ride 'forever'

Michelle Payne with Kaspersky at Royal Ascot.

Payne was gobsmacked at the pageantry of the Royal meeting.

Why Ipswich should take a bow

IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Ipswich Cup-winning jockey Michael Cahill and assistant trainer Alex Woodhams raise the trophy at Saturday's big day.

Cup Day remains one city can be proud of

'Nomad' adds value to Ipswich

FRONT FOOT: Corey Brown (left) rides Abohar to second place in the Ray White Ipswich 1350m as eventual winner William Wallace, ridden by Tegan Harrison (right), looks to overtake.

Former Melbourne Cup winner's eventful day out

Master and apprentice take out Ipswich prizemoney

IPSWICH TRILOGY: Riding Self Sense, veteran jockey Michael Cahill ended his 20-year wait with victory in Saturday's Ipswich Cup.

Cahill celebrates with burger after breaking Cup drought

Ipswich Cup: How it all began

ON TRACK: Amexed (closest to rail) won The Queensland Times Winter Provincial Stayers Series BM 80 HCP at last year's Ipswich Cup.

The race was born after a meeting on September 21

Golf

Brooks Koepka holds up the winning trophy after winning the US Open at Erin Hills.

Brooks Koepka wins US Open golf title

BROOKS Koepka has won his first major championship with victory at the US Open at Erin Hills in Wisconsin.

Harman in front on crowded US Open leaderboard

Brian Harman leads the US Open by one shot.

AMERICAN Brian Harman takes lead at US Open.

Carnage at US Open as world's top three sent packing

Jason Day, of Australia, reacts on the ninth hole during the second round of the US Open at Erin Hills in Wisconsin.

Marc Leishman set to be the only Aussie to make the cut.

Fowler leads US Open as Day struggles

Rickie Fowler of the US hits his tee shot on the second hole during the first round at the 117th US Open Championship at Erin Hills in Wisconsin.

WATCH: American leads from Xander Schauffele and Paul Casey.