MELBOURNE City have snatched a dramatic 1-0 win in the Victorian derby over the Victory with a late Erik Paartalu header.

A curtain fell over the Test careers of Benn Robinson and Ben Alexander as the Rugby Championship squad was named.

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A Victorian football team that holds the record for the longest losing streak in its former league's history is in danger of going under after several unsuccessful bids to join other competitions.

Tigers coach Damien Hardwick reveals Dustin Martin is on personal leave, and may miss this week's clash with the Giants.

WESTERN Sydney players insist they’re united and focused despite their threat of a boycott just days out from their FIFA Club World Cup opener.

IF Brett Rumford could give expectant father Adam Scott one piece of advice, it is this.

Adelaide has struck out boldly down its new path under coach Phil Walsh by franking the pre-season hype with substance.

Socceroos defender Trent Sainsbury is confident the Socceroos can handle UAE wizard Omar Abdulrahman.

Majak Daw made an inspirational return to the AFL this season, but he will not be a part of the Kangaroos' plans next year as they look to rebound from a disappointing 2020 campaign.

BIG Bash. Brought to you by Benjamin Button. Look at ’em. Magnificent old codgers.

RAISE the bar higher and you can knock yourself out going underneath. A year ago Mitchell Johnson began setting it as high as a bowler can.

In regional towns across Australia sport is an important thread binding communities together, but for veterans living with injuries and PTSD, being on a team is even more important. That connection can be a lifeline.

GANDHI’S grandson Ramchandra, a philosopher, once posited that cricket was a distinctively Indian game.

AUSTRALIAN captain Michael Clarke has admitted it is possible he has played his last game of cricket.