England has found their answer to Mitchell Starc. Earlier this week, left-armed quick Josh Hull was named as Mark Wood’s injury replacement for the remainder of the Test campaign against Sri Lanka, and also included in England’s squad for next month’s white-ball series against Australia. The Leicestershire bowler, who turned 20 last week, has played...
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Matildas’ Aivi Luik fights doping suspension imposed despite not undergoing a drug test
The Matildas veteran Aivi Luik withdrew herself from Olympics consideration in May after the Italian anti-doping agency suspended her for a breach relating to a painkilling injection two years earlier, despite Luik not having undergone a drug test. On 24 April the agency, Nado Italia, emailed Luik to say she was being charged with a...
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Exclusive: ‘They’re clowns, mate!’ Calls to ban Team Zerafa for life after post-fight ‘dog shot’
Popular Australian trainer Tommy Mercuri has called on Michael Zerafa’s brother to be banned from the national boxing scene for life after delivering a “dog shot” in the ring. Already dubbed the bad boy of Australian boxing, Zerafa and his team are set to come under scrutiny from both the NSW Combat Authority and Australian...
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Kozzie Pickett weighs up trade request as Demons’ year from hell gets worse
Melbourne’s year from hell could get even worse with star forward Kysaiah Pickett reportedly interested in exploring a trade for family reasons. Seven’s Mitch Cleary reported the 23-year-old told the club of his homesickness during his exit meeting with coach Simon Goodwin on Tuesday. However the report stated “the club and his management are confident...
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‘We’ve got to bang our own drum’: Now is netball’s time to be bold
Netball has long punched above its weight. Built from the ground up by women, for women, it is the only code in Australia that doesn’t need to add a W to its name. Yet in an era where our female athletes are shining brighter than ever, netball is still not receiving due credit for its...
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‘How does he do that?!’ Nikita Tszyu back from the dead in all-out war after ‘wake-up call’
Nikita Tszyu will enter the world rankings with the IBF and WBO after a 10th consecutive win to open his career. The Aussie stopped the dangerous Koen Mazoudier late in the ninth round on Wednesday night in Sydney, with hopes Tszyu’s latest win will propel him onto the global stage and eventually onto American shores....
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Trailblazing and rebellion — the five women that tell the story of Australia’s journey at the Paralympics
As Louise Sauvage pushed to the starting line for the final of the 800m at the 1996 Atlanta Paralympics, the stadium was silent. But not in anticipation – the stands were virtually empty. Louise Sauvage competes at the Atlanta Games in 1996. (Supplied: Paralympics Australia) “I could almost count on my fingers and toes the...
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Gravity Media & TEG Sport Partner For Australian & International Coverage Of Inaugural Perth International Football Cup
Gravity Media has confirmed a complete broadcast technology and television production partnership with TEG Sport that will see Gravity Media Australia create and deliver the Australian and global all-screens coverage of a new international football event, the Perth International Football Cup presented by Ninja which will showcase four of the world’s leading women’s football teams....
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Legendary name on horizon for Nikita after $3m rejection; young guns to watch — Burning Qs
As Australia’s Nikita Tszyu looks to continue his hyped rise and rise in Sydney on Wednesday night, we look at four burning questions ahead of a stacked No Limit Card. 1. What would a win mean for Nikita Tszyu? And could it be enough to land a 2025 NRL Las Vegas weekend headliner against somebody...
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Race for All-Aus star heats up as new contender emerges; Demon plots exit — AFL Trade Whispers
A new contender for an All-Australian defender’s services has reportedly emerged. Meanwhile, a Demons defender is anticipated to depart the club as a free agent — and a Victorian rival could be the best-suited destination. Elsewhere, a long-time Geelong onballer is also set to leave at year’s end after a shortage of senior opportunities. Stay...
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Every AFL club’s list chasms — and the draftees who can fill them this off-season
The home and away season has come and gone, which means teams begin to cast an eye to the player movement space. Clubs have begun their off-season changes as recruiting staff and list bosses take centre stage for the sport’s silly season. foxfooty.com.au has taken a deep dive into every club’s list needs and which...
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Paralympians to set the record straight as Australia’s golden decade beckons | Kieran Pender
Two weeks ago, Australian Paralympian Curtis McGrath posted a cryptic message on social media. The paracanoeist, who took up the sport after losing his legs in an explosion while serving with the Australian army in Afghanistan, has won three gold medals over the past two Paralympics. But on Instagram, he posted an image which read:...