Sport in Australia now has its first real concussion test on its hands in the brave new world of head injuries protection. It is a test that has to be passed to save further pain down the track. The sickening footage of precocious batting talent… Read More »Will Pucovski has given Australian sport its first major concussion test case
New Zealand’s women’s sevens team have seized the momentum ahead of the Paris Olympics, with the Black Ferns smashing Australia 29-14 to take out the Los Angeles Sevens. Despite losing Jorja Miller to injury inside the opening minute, the Black Ferns were back at their… Read More »New Zealand smash Australia in Los Angeles sevens final as card issues haunt Levi again
New Zealand have tapped uncapped quick Ben Sears for the second Test against Australia, ending hopes of a farewell outing for retired Black Caps pacemen Neil Wagner. Injuries, patchy form and a 172-run defeat in the first Test mean New Zealand have plenty to think… Read More »Black Caps make Wagner call for second Test after ‘shortest retirement ever’ speculation
Melbourne have confirmed star midfielder Clayton Oliver will suit up for the Demons in their Opening Round clash with Sydney, despite a limited pre-season due to a turbulent summer off-field. Oliver played limited minutes with the Dees’ VFL players for part of their scratch match… Read More »AFL News: Dees’ big Oliver Opening Round call confirmed, Saint’s family’s vile response to hit on Roo
The NSW Waratahs took a big step forward on Saturday night as they shocked a rebuilding Crusaders outfit. They brought some much-needed physicality, their clearing kicks were long and accurate and they generally took their chances. It was no surprise the victory was met with… Read More »Five things we learned: The general who caught Schmidt’s eye, why next week is vital for Coleman’s Tahs