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Kane Williamson retires from international cricket effective immediately
New Zealand's most prolific run-scorer is hanging up his bat.

Super Rugby Pacific semifinals: Chiefs end Crusaders reign
The Hamiltonians return to their fourth straight final against either the Hurricanes or Blues.

Chiefs v Crusaders: Live updates from the Super Rugby Pacific semi-final in Hamilton
Follow the action as the Chiefs host the Crusaders in the first semi-final.

'In a better place than I've ever been': Liam Lawson's secret to success in 2026
The Kiwi driver is kicking goals on the track, but don’t ask for World Cup tips, because the viral Tim Payne trend is all he knows.

The Papers: 'Healey torpedoes Starmer' and 'Game on!'
Defence Secretary John Healey's resignation and the start of the World Cup dominate Friday's papers.

From near death to tournament hero - Jimenez's tears for Mexico
From nearly dying on the pitch to scoring for Mexico at the World Cup - Raul Jimenez has completed a remarkable comeback.

Volk previews White House UFC event
Aussie fight legend Alexander Volkanovski previews the UFC's event on the White House lawn.

Wallabies bolters for Nations Championship
The Rugby Heaven crew take a look at some possible Wallabies bolters for the Nations Championship.

We asked our AI model to simulate the World Cup 100,000 times. Here are the results
There are 48 teams, 104 matches and infinite possibilities at the World Cup. We crunched the numbers to find every team’s probability of success.

Meninga, Bears fined $40k for breaking NRL’s new ‘Gus rule’ on anti-tampering
The NRL has effectively fined itself after comments made by the Bears coach about targeting two of Canterbury’s biggest stars to sign with the NRL-owned club.

Our experts predict who will win the 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup underway, we asked our reporters how far they think the Socceroos will go, and who will lift the cup.

Kane Williamson announces retirement from international cricket
Kane Williamson has confirmed his retirement from international cricket effective immediately.

Chiefs charge into Super Rugby final with cleansing rout of Crusaders
The Chiefs finally beat their old foe in the playoffs and will contest their fifth decider in six seasons after a sensation semifinal in Hamilton.

Live: Chiefs v Crusaders, Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals
Follow all the Super Rugby Pacific semifinal action from Hamilton's FMG Stadium.

Mystery surrounds unattended dinghy found with fresh fish on board
Officers are trying to identify the owner of a small boat discovered with fishing gear and freshly caught fish on board.

Everyone needs to feel loved playing for England - Bellingham
England midfielder Jude Bellingham stresses the importance of needing to 'feel loved' as he looks to help the Three Lions enjoy World Cup success this summer.

'There's a World Cup happening?' Are Americans excited about tournament?
With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it's on?

Mexico win dramatic World Cup opener
Mexico win a dramatic World Cup opener against South Africa.

Joey's concern as Moses races Origin clock
NSW legend Andrew Johns is concerned the Blues have left it too late to make a call on injured playmaker Mitchell Moses.

Phil Mickelson thrown out of golf club after accusation of ‘inappropriate contact’
Golf Digest has reported that Mickelson, the six-time major champion, has been ejected as a member from The Farms Golf Club in San Diego after the alleged incident earlier this year.

The 15 standout draft prospects at this year’s AFL under-18 championships
Recruiters will be out in force to try to unearth the AFL’s next stars when the under-18 championships begin this weekend across the country.