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Alex Rufer sits out training before Wellington Phoenix opener
Chris Greenacre insists Wellington will have a "full deck", but central defensive injuries threaten to disrupt their A-League Men opener against Victory.

Why Tonga's rugby league team can't use 'Mate Ma'a Tonga' brand at World Cup
The Tonga men's national rugby league team will be known as Tonga Rugby League 13 - or simply 'Tonga 13' - heading into the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.

Greens pledge to cancel National’s $2.4b public service cuts
Marama Davidson promises to reverse 8700 public sector job cuts if in government, saying National's AI replacement plan damages essential services.

On night of mayhem for Liverpool, Barcola arrives in style
Bradley Barcola's form was the subject of pre-match questions before Liverpool faced LASK - but the France forward's Champions League hat-trick was the perfect answer.

‘I don’t like it’: Aussies shut down Pollock’s pink-ball proposal
One of South Africa’s most influential cricket figures wants to give umpires the power to swap a red ball for a pink ball mid-match, but Australian coach Andrew McDonald is a strong opponent of the idea.

Rising star whacked for ballboy outburst
Rising tennis star Rafael Jodar is in hot water after another outburst at a ball kid in Shanghai.

Crows reject Roos' Murray offer
Nick Murray will remain at the Crows after the club was unable to break a stalemate with North Melbourne.

Shai Hope hits record T20 century as West Indies beat India
Batter scores nine sixes in his 102 not out as West Indies level the series with a 24-run win

'Tail wagging the dog': Developer wants political parties to butt out of carparking rules
Ockham Residential developer Mark Todd says it's an exaggeration to say Auckland streets are clogged and hard to get through.

All Blacks team naming: Dave Rennie selects side to face Wallabies in Sydney
Follow as the All Blacks side for the second Bledisloe Cup test is selected.

Ben O’Keeffe opens up on anxiety, criticism and life as an elite referee
The referee says relentless scrutiny and criticism eventually manifested physically, forcing him to rethink how he managed pressure and sought support.

PSG on 'different level' - are they building greatest European dynasty?
Paris St-Germain are eyeing a third successive Champions League crown after dismantling Manchester City, but where do they rank against Europe's most dominant clubs?

‘We speak a fair bit’: Why Mitch Moses can’t wait to link up with Parramatta’s star signing
Eels star Mitchell Moses is looking forward to reuniting with former Blues teammate Jarome Luai at Parramatta. Although they may square off in the World Cup first.

Blockbuster Bledisloe clash at MCG planned in lead-up to World Cup
A scheduling quirk in the 2027 series combined with home venues where the Wallabies have succeeded could give them a good chance to reclaim the trophy.

‘Better than Dyson’: Steve Waugh’s son takes flight in astonishing catch
Austin Waugh soared high and towards the boundary to secure the ball, before flicking it to a teammate in an extraordinary feat that brought back memories of an all-time great catch.

Anfield boos third Man City goal
Anfield boos the third Manchester City goal scored by Rayan Cherki.

Future of historic Auckland racecourse heads to the High Court
Avondale Jockey Club has commenced High Court proceedings against New Zealand Thoroughbred Racing over Avondale Racecourse.