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NRL

Phil Gould will return to the Nine commentary box at Suncorp Stadium.

'Gus is an authority on the game': Even Maroons will miss Gould's call

Phil Gould has been benched from the Channel Nine commentary box, and even Queensland Rugby League's chief will miss his insights during Wednesday night's Origin clash.

  • by Christian Nicolussi
Howard was brought into the halves alongside Roosters skipper Corban McGregor after the controversial dropping of Kirra Dibb and Maddie Studdon.

'You cop that criticism': Blues halfback Howard feeling the pressure

Blues star Melanie Howard has opened up about her nerves coming into this year's women's State of Origin as a debut halfback, following the criticism of Nathan Cleary's role in the men's squad. 

  • by Sarah Keoghan
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Cricket

Mitchell Starc and the Blues celebrate a a wicket against Tasmania.

Dismissed for 64 in first innings, NSW seal remarkable Shield comeback

Never before in NSW's 1162 first-class games have the Blues won a match after such a dismal first-innings total.

  • by Andrew Wu
Marizanne Kapp walks from the field on Wednesday.

Heart scare for Kapp as Sixers lose again

The Sydney Sixers were scorched by Perth for the second time in four days despite a half-century by Ellyse Perry.

  • by Andrew Wu

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AFL

Aliir Aliir has played his last game in red and white.

Swans pick up ruckman, say trading Aliir to Port was the 'right call'

The athletic defender and Swans fan favourite was thought to be a big part of coach John Longmire's future plans.

  • by Vince Rugari

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