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How Langer still talks to the ghost of Phil Hughes

Australia cricket coach Justin Langer reveals his ongoing connection with the late Phil Hughes and what he really thought...

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19th Jan. 2020 8:01 AM

Labuschagne: ‘I bat with it until it falls apart’

Marnus Labuschagne is very particular about the bats he takes out to the crease, using just two to plunder more than 1000...

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24th Dec. 2019 7:12 AM

Marnus Labuschagne is very selective about the bats he uses. Picture: Getty Images

Inside Horn’s corner: KOing the ‘voodoo round’

Jeff Horn has become a byword for courage and grace under fire following his war with Michael Zerafa. .

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24th Dec. 2019 7:12 AM

Jeff Horn’s team left to right: Adam Copland, Phil Murphy, Dundee Kim, Jeff Horn, Glenn Rushton, Stephen Edwards, Ben Horn. Picture: Bradley Kanaris/Getty

Labuschagne’s long road to the top

Marnus Labuschagne’s rise to Test star is testament to a cricketer who refused to let go of his dream. Robert Craddock...

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17th Nov. 2019 12:11 PM

Marnus Labuschagne’s elevation to Test cricketer came after a long struggle. Picture: Getty Images

Charlie Cameron hitting top gear for Brisbane Lions

Former mechanic has turbocharged the Lions' run to AFL finals

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24th Aug. 2019 11:08 AM

KICKING AHEAD: Charlie Cameron brings out the motorbike handlebar celebration after scoring a goal against the Suns at the Gabba in round 21 .

Mystery infection nearly ended Fergo’s career

Ferguson still doesn’t know what caused the infection that’s kept him off the field in recent weeks - but he knows it...

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18th Aug. 2019 9:08 AM

Blake Ferguson of the Eels during the Round 17 NRL match between the Wests Tigers and the Parramatta Eels at Bankwest Stadium in Sydney, Sunday, July 14, 2019. (AAP Image/Joel Carrett) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

The tragedy that inspires rookie Panther

Three years after losing his best mate, Matt Burton, will run onto Panthers Stadium to tackle Cronulla with a tear in his...

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08th Aug. 2019 8:08 AM

2018 SGB Round 13 — Penrith Panthers U18 v Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs U18, Leichhardt Oval, 2018-05-05. Digital image by Gregg Porteous © NRL Photos

‘Destined for greatness:’ How Sally became a sports legend

Right from the start Sally Pearson was ‘destined for greatness’ and determined to be the best. This is how the Gold Coaster...

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07th Aug. 2019 8:08 AM

The making of batting genius Steve Smith

Steve Smith’s batting genius can be traced back to some key influences, not the least of all his father who taught him the...

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07th Aug. 2019 8:08 AM

Steve Smith’s spectacular Test comeback in Birmingham has cemented his status in the eyes of many as the best since Bradman.

Brisbane rookie Noah Answerth shows true grit

Some of the AFL's best forwards can testify to the determination of Noah Answerth, who treated a broken back two years ago...

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03rd Aug. 2019 6:08 AM

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