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NRL apologises over profiles

The NRL has been forced to apologise after an inappropriate question featured on its website's player profiles.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Stars v Perth Scorchers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the Big Bash match between the Melbourne Stars and Perth Scorchers at Etihad Stadium on Wednesday January 21. Coverage starts from 7.00pm AEDT

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Cashed-up City eye Ivan Franjic

Melbourne City are reportedly leading the race to sign Socceroos fullback Ivan Franjic on loan from Torpedo Moscow.

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Shane Warne’s all-night Tinder romp

Shane Warne has gone from Liz Hurley to Tinder as the legendary spinner seems to have taken to Twitter to express his disappointment as some late-night Adelaide lovin’– set up through popular dating app Tinder – went public.

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Australian Open Schedule - Day 3

Check out the full order of play for Day 3 of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

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Horror challenge mars friendly in Argentina

It may be January, but we think we've found the worst tackle of the year!

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Cristiano Ronaldo rapidly moves on

Cristiano Ronaldo appears to have rapidly moved on following his split with Irina Shayk, the Real Madrid superstar and Ballon d’Or winner spotted in snaps with Spanish journalist Lucia Villalon.

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Transfer Rumours - Tuesday January 20

See all the latest transfer rumours in world football as the January transfer window gets into full swing.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Renegades v Adelaide Strikers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Big Bash match between the Melbourne Renegades and Adelaide Strikers at Etihad Stadium on Monday January 19. Coverage starts from 7pm (AEDT).

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Australian Open Schedule of Play - Day 2

Check out the full order of play for Day 2 of Australian Open at Melbourne Park.

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Guptill eager to kick on

With the Cricket World Cup less than a month away, Martin Guptill is targeting more runs against Sri Lanka following a return to form.

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Australian Open Schedule of Play - Day 1

Check out the full order of play for Day 1 at Melbourne Park as the Australian Open begins on Monday.

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AS IT HAPPENED: 2nd ODI - Australia v India

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the 2nd One Day International between the Australia and India at the MCG on Sunday January 18. Coverage starts from 2pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Thunder v Melbourne Stars

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Big Bash match between the Sydney Thunder and Melbourne Renegades at Spotless Stadium on Saturday January 17. Coverage starts from 7pm AEDT

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Van Gaal challenges Falcao to prove worth

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has challenged striker Radamel Falcao to prove himself at Old Trafford.

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AS IT HAPPENED: 1st ODI - Australia v England

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the 1st One Day International between the Australia and England at the SCG on Friday January 16. Coverage starts from 2pm AEDT

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Tomic out of Sydney International

Bernard Tomic's run in the Sydney International has come to an end at the hands of Gilles Muller.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Heat v Hurricanes

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between the Brisbane Heat and Hobart Hurricanes at the GABBA on Thursday January 15. Coverage starts from 7:30pm AEDT

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Report: North Korea 1 Saudi Arabia 4

Saudi Arabia came from behind to beat North Korea 4-1 in Melbourne and revive their chances of progressing at the 2015 Asian Cup.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Sixers v Adelaide Strikers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between the Sydney Sixers and Adelaide Strikers at the SCG on Wednesday January 14. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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Le Guen: Oman well beaten

Paul Le Guen admitted his Oman side were far inferior to Australia after they were thumped 4-0 in the Asian Cup on Tuesday.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Renegades v Brisbane Heat

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at the Etihad Stadium on Tuesday January 13. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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New Michelle Jenneke video to break the net?

Anthony Mundine appears to have a serious competitor in the self promotion stakes after athlete Michelle Jenneke produced another video over the weekend.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Strikers v Thunder

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Adelaide Strikers and Sydney Thunder at the Adelaide Oval on Monday January 12. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Brisbane Heat v Sydney Sixers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Brisbane Heat and Sydney Sixers at the GABBA on Sunday January 11. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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New Zealand beat Sri Lanka

Corey Anderson hit 81 as New Zealand recovered from a slow start to beat Sri Lanka by three wickets in Sunday's first one-day international.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Hobart Hurricanes v Perth Scorchers

Perth Scorchers have overcome another mediocre performance with the bat to secure an 18-run win over Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash.

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Report: Chelsea 2 Newcastle 0

Chelsea had enough quality to beat Newcastle United as goals from Oscar and Diego Costa earned them a 2-0 win at Stamford Bridge.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Stars v Melbourne Renegades

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Melbourne Stars and Melbourne Renegades at the MCG on Saturday January 10. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Fourth Test - Australia v India - Day 5

Live commentary, live updates and live scores from Day 5 of the Fourth Test between Australia and India at the SCG. Coverage starts from 10:00am AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Thunder v Hobart Hurricanes

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Sydney Thunder and Hobart Hurricanes at Spotless Stadium on Friday January 9. Coverage starts from 7:10pm AEDT

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Milne, Elliott in World Cup squad

Adam Milne grabbed the final pace bowling spot in New Zealand's squad for the Cricket World Cup.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Perth Scorchers v Brisbane Heat

England's Michael Carberry has cracked 77 from 37 balls for Perth Scorchers in their eight-wicket Big Bash League win over the hapless Brisbane Heat.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Hurricanes v Renegades

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Hobart Hurricanes v Melbourne Renegades at Blundstone Arena on Wednesday January 7. Coverage starts from 7pm AEDT

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Bresciano singles out Socceroos' next stars

According to Mark Bresciano, one of the greatest modern-day Socceroos, two rising stars have really caught his eye during Australia’s preparations for the Asian Cup over the last week.

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Groth knocks out defending champion Hewitt

Lleyton Hewitt's defence of his Brisbane International title was ended in the first round as he crashed out 6-3 6-2 to Samuel Groth.

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F1 introduce super licence criteria

​Formula One's authorities have introduced a new system to ensure drivers have sufficient experience before being handed a race seat.

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Warner pays tribute to Hughes

An emotional David Warner was delighted to be able to pay tribute to Phillip Hughes with a century for Australia against India on Tuesday.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Strikers v Scorchers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Adelaide Strikers and Perth Scorchers at Adelaide Oval on Tuesday January 6. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Stars v Sydney Sixers

In a ripping match that had to be decided with a super over, Melbourne Stars kept alive their Big Bash League season with a 10-run super over victory over Sydney Sixers.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Brisbane Heat v Adelaide Strikers

Re-live our live coverage of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Brisbane Heat and Adelaide Strikers at the GABBA on Sunday January 4.

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Steelers fan removed by security after hilarious Twitter incident

What do you when your team is getting hammered?

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AS IT HAPPENED: David Warner press conference

Ask your questions to Australian Test opener David Warner as he fronts the media on Sunday January 4 at 12pm AEDT before the fourth Test against India.

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A-League Preview: Central Coast Mariners v Melbourne City

It’s sixth against eighth in the A-League on Sunday as the red-hot Melbourne City FC head to the NSW Central Coast to face the battling Mariners. With Robert Koren, Damien Duff and Aaron Mooy in scintillating form for the visitors, Central Coast have a huge challenge ahead. Should be a doozy.

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Arnold wants vid tech

Sydney coach Graham Arnold believes it is time for the A-League to introduce video technology because the standard of refereeing is so bad.

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Report: Sydney 0 Newcastle Jets 0

Sydney were left to rue Marc Janko's controversial disallowed goal following the 0-0 A-League draw against Newcastle Jets on Saturday.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Renegades v Melbourne Stars

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Melbourne Renegades and Melbourne Stars at Etihad Stadium on Saturday January 3. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Schwarzer leaves Chelsea for Leicester

​Former Australia international goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer has joined Leicester City on a free transfer from Chelsea.

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Gerrard's greatest Liverpool moments

After Steven Gerrard announced he will leave Liverpool at the end of the season, we take a look at his finest moments with the Anfield club.

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Preview: Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets

WIN Stadium in Wollongong hosts the first match of Round 14 and both sides will be desperate for just that – a win to kick-start their stuttering campaigns. Get ready for an intriguing encounter between two sides hell-bent on making it a winning start to 2015 in the 'Gong.

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Murray faces Djokovic in Abu Dhabi

Andy Murray will face Novak Djokovic in the Mubadala World Tennis Championship final after beating the fit-again Rafael Nadal 6-2 6-0.

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Proteas keep Windies in check

Dale Steyn became South Africa's second highest wicket-taker in Tests as the West Indies closed day one on 276-6 at Newlands on Friday.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Hurricanes v Heat

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Hobart Hurricanes and Brisbane Heat at Blundstone Arena on Friday January 2. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Gerrard to leave Liverpool

Liverpool have announced that captain Steven Gerrard will leave the club at the end of the season.

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Socceroos primed after Ange pep talk

Matt McKay says the Socceroos will be fired up to make a splash at the Asian Cup after coach Ange Postecoglou’s pep talk in recent days.

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New Sydney FC signing imminent

Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold is close to securing his first January signing revealing the club is a "long way down the path" to securing a former international midfielder.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Perth Scorchers v Sydney Thunder

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Perth Scorchers and Sydney Thunder at the WACA on Thursday January 1. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Real squad 'the strongest in the world'

Carlo Ancelotti is eyeing a second straight UEFA Champions League crown, having branded Real Madrid's squad as "the strongest in the world".

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Daniel Ricciardo prepared for tough F1 season

Red Bull's ​Daniel Ricciardo is confident he will be able to cope with a Sebastian Vettel-like slump in form.

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Kyrgios out of Hopman Cup

Matthew Ebden will represent Australia in the Hopman Cup after Nick Kyrgios was forced to withdraw through injury.

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Sports stars to watch in 2015

There are some major sporting events to look forward to in 2015 - here we look at the stars capable of making a big impact at them.

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Sporting highlights of 2014

There were many memorable sporting moments in 2014. Here we take a look at 10 highlights from the year.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Adelaide Strikers v Hobart Hurricanes

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Adelaide Strikers and Hobart Hurricanes at Adelaide Oval on Wednesday December 31. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Tendulkar leads tributes to Dhoni

India great Sachin Tendulkar has led the tributes to outgoing captain MS Dhoni, who announced his retirement from Test cricket on Tuesday.

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US Open champ withdraws from Brisbane

Marin Cilic has withdrawn his participation at the Brisbane International due to medical reasons.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Renegades v Thunder

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Melbourne Renegades and Sydney Thunder at Etihad Stadium on Tuesday December 30. Coverage starts from 7pm AEDT

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Agar earns Australia recall

Left-arm spinner Ashton Agar has earned a surprise recall to the Australia squad for the fourth Test against India.

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Australia clinch Border-Gavaskar Trophy

Australia claimed the Border-Gavaskar Trophy on Tuesday as the third Test against India ended in a draw at the MCG.

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Dhoni retires from Test cricket

India captain MS Dhoni has chosen to retire from Test cricket with immediate effect.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Boxing Day Test - Australia v India - Day 5

Live commentary, live updates and live scores from Day 5 of the Boxing Day Third Test between Australia and India at the MCG. Coverage starts from 9:30am AEDT

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Wallabies captain involved in drunken incident

Wallabies captain Michael Hooper has reportedly been involved in a drunken incident in Byron Bay on the far north-coast of New South Wales overnight.

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West Brom sack Irvine

Premier League strugglers West Brom have sacked head coach Alan Irvine just over six months after appointing the Scot.

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Report: Liverpool 4 Swansea 1

Adam Lallana scored twice as Liverpool's encouraging form continued with a 4-1 Premier League hammering of Swansea City at Anfield.

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Atleti-bound Torres in pursuit of happiness

Fernando Torres says he has returned to Atletico Madrid in search of happiness.

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Crystal Palace close in on Pardew

Alan Pardew is on the verge of becoming Crystal Palace's new manager with the Eagles locked in talks with Newcastle over a deal to take the 53-year-old to Selhurst Park.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Sixers v Perth Scorchers

Re-live all the action from the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Sydney Sixers and Perth Scorchers at the SCG on Monday December 29.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Brisbane Heat v Melbourne Stars

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Brisbane Heat and Melbourne Stars at the GABBA on Sunday December 28. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers

Look back at the big moments from the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers at ANZ Stadium on Saturday December 27.

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Gunners fire, Giroud loses plot

A superb display from Alexis Sanchez helped Arsenal to a 2-1 Premier League triumph over QPR, despite Olivier Giroud's needless red card.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Perth Scorchers v Melbourne Renegades

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Perth Scorchers and Melbourne Renegades at the WACA on Friday December 26. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Geelong youngster charged for driving offence

Geelong youngster Brad Hartman looks likely to have a less than merry Christmas after being charged by police with leaving the scene of accident and failing to stop at a stop sign.

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Boxing Day Premier League Previews

The busiest time in the Premier League kicks off with the traditional Boxing Day clashes on Friday. Check out all the previews to these big matches as Chelsea looks to hold onto top spot, Everton looks to bounce back and Liverpool aim to find some momentum.

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Ibrahimovic fumes over award

Zlatan Ibrahimovic was left less than impressed as he finished behind Bjorn Borg in a vote to name Sweden's top sports person of all time.

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Van Gaal refuses to quash Bale talk

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal remained tight-lipped when quizzed about a possible move for Real Madrid star Gareth Bale.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Hobart Hurricanes v Sydney Sixers

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Sixers at Blundstone Arena on Tuesday December 23. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Doctors hope to discharge Ali soon

Doctors are hoping Muhammad Ali will soon be able to leave hospital after being admitted with a mild case of pneumonia over the weekend.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Perth Scorchers v Adelaide Strikers

Re-live all the drama as the Adelaide Strikers edged out the Perth Scorchers in a classic Big Bash League contest on Monday night.

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McKay: Brisbane will Roar come finals time

Re-appointed Brisbane Roar captain Matt McKay is confident the A-League champions can still qualify for the 2014-15 finals despite their shaky start to the season.

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The Repeat Set - Summer series

The Repeat Set looks at all the big issues in the world of Aussie sport.

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Australia and Sharma fined by ICC

​Australia have been fined by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for a slow over rate in their four-wicket win over India in Brisbane.

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Report: Liverpool 2 Arsenal 2

The bandaged head of Martin Skrtel rescued a dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw for 10-man Liverpool against Arsenal on Sunday.

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Report: Newcastle 0 Sunderland 1

Adam Johnson's last-ditch strike earned Sunderland a 1-0 win that continued their recent Tyne-Wear derby dominance over Newcastle.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Sydney Thunder and Brisbane Heat at ANZ Stadium on Sunday December 21. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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Burns double downs Sydney

Nathan Burns staked a claim for a place in Australia's Asian Cup squad by inspiring Wellington Phoenix's 2-0 win over Sydney.

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Report: Man City 3 Crystal Palace 0

David Silva scored twice as Manchester City beat Crystal Palace 3-0 to move level on points with Premier League leaders Chelsea.

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Report: Aston Villa 1 Man United 1

Manchester United's winning run came to an end on Saturday as they were held to a 1-1 Premier League draw by 10-man Aston Villa.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Melbourne Stars v Hobart Hurricanes

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Melbourne Stars and the Hobart Hurricanes at the MCG on Saturday December 20. Coverage starts from 7:00pm AEDT

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AS IT HAPPENED: Second Test - Australia v India

Re-live all the action as Steve Smith and Mitchell Johnson helped Australia recover from a poor first day to come from behind and defeat India by four wickets at the Gabba on Saturday.

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KP: Cook out, Morgan in

Kevin Pietersen claimed on Friday that England have ditched Alastair Cook as one-day international (ODI) captain in favour of Eoin Morgan.

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KP barbs put extra spear into Captain Cook

Kevin Pietersen has kept up his ongoing war of words with the English cricket hierarchy, this time adamantly declaring on Twitter that Alastair Cook has been ditched as England’s ODI captain before any official announcement has taken place.

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NRL Big Hits: Top Trending NRL Stories

A day is a long time in rugby league, let alone a week. So take a deep breath and dive into our choice picks of the week

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Sydney Strikers v Melbourne Renegades

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Sydney Strikers and Melbourne Renegades at the SCG on Friday December 19. Coverage starts from 7:30pm AEDT

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The Final Rev Up - Summer Edition

The Final Rev-Up brings you the inside word on all the off-season news.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Big Bash - Adelaide Strikers v Melbourne Stars

Join our live coverage, live updates and live scorecard of the first KFC Twenty 20 Big Bash match between Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars at Adelaide Oval. Coverage starts from 7:15pm AEDT

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LIVE COVERAGE: Sonny Bill Williams and Quade Cooper press conference

Here's your chance to ask questions to Sonny Bill Williams and Quade Cooper at their boxing press conference on Friday, 19 December. Our man will be there getting the answers to the best of your questions.

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Cahill: Thierry Henry helped get me to MLS

Socceroos star Tim Cahill has paid tribute to “close friend” Thierry Henry, who announced his retirement from football this week.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Benji Marshall press conference

Ask your questions to St George Illawarra Dragons playmaker Benji Marshall. Our man will be live at Marshall's press conference and answering the best of your questions.

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Report: Bournemouth 1 Liverpool 3

Raheem Sterling rediscovered his scoring touch as under-fire Liverpool beat Bournemouth 3-1 in the League Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday.

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Liverpool face Chelsea in last four

Liverpool will take on Chelsea in the League Cup semi-finals, while Tottenham go head to head with third-tier Sheffield United.

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Ashley-Cooper to move to France

Australia international Adam Ashley-Cooper has agreed a two-year deal to join Bordeaux after the 2015 Rugby World Cup.

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Wanderers beaten again at Club World Cup

ES Setif had to rely on a 5-4 penalty victory over Western Sydney Wanderers to seal fifth place at the Club World Cup.

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Amla, De Villiers star for Proteas

Centuries from Hashim Amla and AB de Villiers helped lift South Africa away from an early wobble to dominate day one of the first Test.

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Australia hopeful over Clarke

​Australia hope to have captain Michael Clarke fit for the Cricket World Cup in February after surgery on a troublesome hamstring injury.

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Sarita Devi given one-year ban

Laishram Sarita Devi has been given a one-year ban from boxing after she refused to accept a bronze medal at the Asian Games.

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Williamson belts NZ to victory against Pakistan

Kane Williamson scored a sublime century as New Zealand beat Pakistan by seven runs to keep the one-day international series alive.

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AS IT HAPPENED: FFA Cup Final - Adelaide v Perth Glory

Re-live all the colour, excitement and action as Adelaide United took out the inaugural FFA Cup in a dramatic clash with Perth Glory.

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LIVE COVERAGE: FIFA CWC - San Lorenzo v Auckland City

Follow our live coverage of the FIFA Club World Cup semi-finals as semi-professional Auckland City take on South American champions San Lorenzo in Morocco on Thursday December 18. Coverage starts at 6.15am (AEDT).

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2014 – The Year That Was: Top 10 Social Media Fails

We’re taking a look back on the sporting highlights of 2014, and today we’re looking at the biggest social media fails, from explicit nude photos to online fights and cunning marketing plans gone wrong.

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Full list of Australian Test captains

Steven Smith, today, became the 45th player to be named Australian Test captain. He replaces Michael Clarke, who was ruled out with a hamstring injury.

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Carter facing sack from Titans

Gold Coast Titans prop Paul Carter is set to be sacked by the club after once again being arrested for drink driving.

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The Full 2015 NRL draw

Five games on ANZAC Day, live television coverage of Sunday afternoon games and a host of massive clashes to begin the season are the highlights of the 2015 NRL draw.

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The Repeat Set - Summer series

The Repeat Set looks at all the big issues in the world of Aussie sport.

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Clarke backs Haddin for captaincy

Australia captain Michael Clarke has backed Brad Haddin to replace him as he sits out the Test series with India due to a hamstring injury.

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Lampard ensures Leicester stay on bottom

Frank Lampard again underlined his value to Manchester City with the only goal in the 1-0 Premier League win at bottom club Leicester City.

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West Ham draw at Sunderland

Draw specialists Sunderland halted West Ham's impressive winning run with a 1-1 stalemate at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.

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Crouch denies Crystal Palace victory

Crystal Palace failed to win for a fourth consecutive Premier League match as they were held 1-1 at home by Stoke City on Saturday.

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Costa breaks drought as Chelsea cruise

Chelsea returned to winning ways in the Premier League with a comfortable 2-0 victory over 10-man Hull City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday.

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Burnley's Ashley Barnes nets late winner

Ashley Barnes netted the winner after Tom Heaton had saved Dusan Tadic's penalty as Burnley beat Southampton 1-0 in the Premier League.

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Report: West Brom 1 Aston Villa 0

Craig Gardner's first West Brom goal condemned his 10-man former employers Aston Villa to a 1-0 Premier League loss on Saturday.

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Trio fined after Adelaide Test

David Warner, Shikhar Dhawan and Virat Kohli have been fined for their conduct in the first Test between Australia and India in Adelaide.

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Report: Arsenal 4 Newcastle 1

Olivier Giroud and Santi Cazorla both scored twice as Arsenal claimed a 4-1 victory over Newcastle United to lift boss Arsene Wenger.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Cruz Azul v Western Sydney Wanderers

Follow our live coverage of the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-final as Cruz Azul take on the A-League's Western Sydney Wanderers in Morocco on Sunday December 14. Coverage starts at 6.15am (AEDT).

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Mariners hold on for gutsy draw

The Wellington Phoenix have been left to rue missed opportunities and eventually had to come from behind to draw 1-1 with the struggling Central Coast Mariners at Eden Park.

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Ronaldo and Messi should share Ballon d'Or - Law

Manchester United legend Denis Law has suggested Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi should share this year's Ballon d'Or.

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AS IT HAPPENED: First Test - Australia v India

Re-live a dramatic five days from the City of Churches as Australia produced a nailbiting win over India in the first Test.

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Warner regrets Aaron spat

David Warner regrets his verbal spat with Varun Aaron on day four of the first Test with India, but admits it motivated him to score big.

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Preview: Man Utd v Liverpool

Louis van Gaal will rely on Ryan Giggs to fire up Manchester United for Sunday's Premier League game with fierce rivals Liverpool.

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Photos: First Test Australia v India day four

Must see photos from day four of the first test at Adelaide Oval between Australia and India.

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The Final Rev Up - Summer Edition

The Final Rev-Up brings you the inside word on all the off-season news.

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Photos: Philadelphia 76ers v Atlanta Hawks

Photos from the Hawks 95-79 win over the 76ers at Philips Arena.

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HOW IT HAPPENED: NRL Nines press conference

Ask your questions to some of NRL's biggest names at the NRL Auckland Nines jersey launch press conference on Thursday December 12. Stars include Issac Luke, Josh Dugan, James Maloney and Trent Hodkinson.

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LIVE COVERAGE: Australian PGA Championships - Day 1

Follow our live coverage of the Australian PGA Golf Championships from Royal Pines Resort on the Gold Coast. Day 1 coverage starts on Thursday December 11 from 8am AEDT,

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Covic unhappy at Socceroos snub

Western Sydney Wanderers goalkeeper Ante Covic isn't happy about being overlooked by Ange Postecoglou and doesn't expect the Socceroos coach to change his mind any time soon.

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Nasri-inspired Man City reach knockout stages

Samir Nasri inspired Manchester City to a 2-0 UEFA Champions League win at Roma and qualification from Group E.

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Alonso hails Ferrari years

Fernando Alonso says he was at his "best level" during his five years with Ferrari.

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Pistorius prosecutors can appeal

Prosecutors have been granted permission to appeal Oscar Pistorius' conviction for culpable homicide.

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Mumbai Indians appoint Ponting

Mumbai Indians have announced the appointment of former Australia captain Ricky Ponting as head coach.

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Hafeez to undergo remodelling

Pakistan off-spinner Mohammad Hafeez will be sent to Chennai to work on remodelling his action, it has been confirmed.

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Photos: First Test Australia v India day two

Photos from day two of the first cricket test between Australia and India at the Adelaide Oval

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Hopoate jailed over vicious assault

Manly junior Jamil Hopoate has been jailed for a minimum of 12 months.

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Photos: Sean Abbott bowling at the SCG

Sean Abbott was back "on the horse" at the SCG bowling for NSW against Queensland in the Sheffield Shield.

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Report: Galatasaray 1 Arsenal 4

Aaron Ramsey helped Arsenal get back to winning ways in sublime fashion as they eased to a 4-1 UEFA Champions League win at Galatasaray.

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Warner: Hughes was with me

David Warner says he felt the presence of the late Phillip Hughes as he hit a century on day one of the opening Test against India.

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Photos: Australia v India day 1

Must see photos from day 1 of the first cricket test at Adelaide Oval between Australia and India.

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Tom Rogic: The forgotten Socceroo

You have to search far and wide to find a capped Australian international who wasn't named in this week's 46-man provisional Asian Cup squad, so spare a though for Tom Rogic, who is hoping to be back in action next month, although it won't be with the Socceroos.

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Premier League Team of the Week

Three Tottenham players feature in our Premier League Team of the Week with Robin Van Persie again up-front with and Yaya Toure anchoring the midfield, according to OPTA, the league's official data supplier.

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Photos: NFL Cheerleaders week 14

Pro bowl cheerleaders in Arizona and Santa cheerleaders in Denver are all a part of the NFL cheerleaders of the week gallery.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Cronulla Sharks fan forum

We'll be there as Sharks coach Shane Flanagan, Chairman Damian Keogh and CEO Lyall Gorman face the tough questions from Cronulla fans at Sharks HQ on 7pm AEDT Tuesday night.

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Report: Southampton 1 Man Utd 2

Robin van Persie scored a goal in each half as Manchester United edged Southampton 2-1 to seal a fifth consecutive Premier League win.

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Hughes' state memorial cancelled

A state memorial service for cricketer Phillip Hughes has been cancelled after consultation with the player's family and Cricket Australia.

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NRL's top 10 dumbest off-field acts

Peeing in the street isn't the smartest move in the world, especially when you're one of the best known footballers in the land.

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Troisi makes a fool of Ryan

It may have only been a consolation goal, but something tells us James Troisi won't let Socceroos teammate Mat Ryan forget about this stunner for a long time to come!

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Watson: Australia hurting

Shane Watson has revealed the mental demons that Australia's players have been battling following the death of Phillip Hughes.

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F1 trophies stolen in Red Bull break-in

Red Bull had more than 60 trophies stolen when the Formula One team's Milton Keynes factory was broken into overnight.

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Wanderers threaten CWC boycott

Western Sydney Wanderers' players are considering their Club World Cup participation amid a dispute over the allocation of prize money.

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QPR 2 Burnley 0: Austin strike seals victory

Charlie Austin scored and was sent off as QPR beat Burnley 2-0 in a crucial match at the bottom of the Premier League on Saturday.

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Lleyton Hewitt falls to Marin Cilic at IPTL

Gael Monfils was Micromax Indian Aces' hero on Saturday as they edged Manila Mavericks 26-25 in the International Premier Tennis League.

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Hull held to goalless draw by West Brom

Graham Dorrans missed a first-half penalty as Hull City and West Brom extended their winless runs with a 0-0 draw on Saturday.

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London derby ends in stalemate

Tottenham were held to a 0-0 draw by Crystal Palace at White Hart Lane on Saturday as the hosts were left to rue a lack of cutting edge.

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Donald leads at Sun City

Luke Donald showed composure to birdie the 18th and finish the third round of the Nedbank Golf Challenge with a slender one-stroke lead.

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Report: Liverpool 0 Sunderland 0

A toothless Liverpool failed to break down Sunderland as the two sides played out a dour goalless draw in the Premier League on Saturday.

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Banned spinner Ajmal in Pakistan World Cup squad

Saeed Ajmal has been included in Pakistan's initial squad for the next year's ICC World Cup, despite a suspension due to his bowling action.

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Arsenal lose at Stoke, pressure back on Wenger

Stoke City survived a second-half comeback from 10-man Arsenal to claim a 3-2 victory from an enthralling Premier League game on Sunday morning.

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NRL big hits

A day is a long time in rugby league, let alone a week. So take a deep breath and dive into our choice picks of the week

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The Final Rev Up - Summer Edition

The Final Rev-Up brings you the inside word on all the off-season news.

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Cheika positive about Wallabies' future

Australia coach Michael Cheika feels he has plenty of positives to take from the side's performances in the November internationals.

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UEFA Nations League approved

The format and schedule for the UEFA Nations League has been finalised at a meeting in Nyon on Thursday.

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Liverpool to expand Anfield

Liverpool have confirmed plans to extend the Main Stand at Anfield, adding an extra 8,500 seats.

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Tell me those Test match odds again

Bookies are renowned for being hard-arsed and screwing us for every dollar. So punters thought they were dreaming when 5.75 was offered for an Australian victory in the first Test against India.

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LIVE BLOG: Fighting footballers - Gallen, SBW, Mason

Join our online brawl: should footballers fight? Who is the best of them? Who would you like to see step in the ring? Fire your questions in and league expert Dean 'Bulldog' Ritchie and our boxing expert Steve Orme will answer the best from 12pm AEDT.

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Michael Clarke's full tribute to Phillip Hughes

Michael Clarke's full tribute at the funeral of Phillip Hughes.

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As IT HAPPENED: The Foran decision

Ask your questions to Manly Sea Eagles five-eighth Kieran Foran. Our man will be live at Foran's press conference and answering your questions from Wednesday 10.00am AEST

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Report: Arsenal 1 Southampton 0

Alexis Sanchez scored a late winner as Arsenal finally broke a spirited Southampton to claim a 1-0 Premier League victory on Wednesday.

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Report: Chelsea 3 Spurs 0

Didier Drogba got on the scoresheet as Premier League leaders Chelsea made light of Diego Costa's absence in a 3-0 win over Tottenham.

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Report: Sunderland 1 Man City 4

Sergio Aguero's masterclass helped Manchester City to a 4-1 Premier League victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.

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F1 scraps double points for 2015

Formula One has dropped the controversial double points ruling for the last race of the season after just one year.

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Buffon: Neuer Ballon d'Or unlikely

Gianluigi Buffon believes Manuel Neuer would have to do something "truly exceptional" to win the FIFA Ballon d'Or.

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How it happened: Gallen v Watts - Geale v Fletcher

Follow our live coverage of the State of Pride as Paul Gallen fights Anthony Watts and Daniel Geale takes on Jarrod Fletcher in a middleweight title bout. Coverage starts from 6.00pm AEST

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The Spring Tour World XV

The Telegraph UK copped a massive backlash with the release of their World XV this week, so with the help of OPTA data, we’ve named the statistically best side of the Spring Tour.

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AS IT HAPPENED: Farewell to Phillip Hughes

Join our live blog from 2pm (AEDT) as the nation pays tribute to Phillip Hughes at his funeral in Macksville.

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Report: Man Utd 2 Stoke City 1

Juan Mata grabbed the winner as Manchester United secured a fourth successive Premier League triumph by beating Stoke City 2-1.

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Report: Leicester 1 Liverpool 3

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard put a tough spell behind him score in a 3-1 Premier League victory at 10-man Leicester City.

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Phillip Hughes funeral - Order of Service

The order of service for the funeral of Phillip Hughes. The service commences at 2pm (AEDT).

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Davidson on the outer at West Brom

​Only last month Jason Davidson was making his case for a loan move away from West Bromwich Albion, but the fullback could yet be forced out on a permanent basis, according to reports in the UK.

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LIVE COVERAGE: Daniel Geale & Paul Gallen press conference

Ask your questions to Daniel Geale and Paul Gallen at their press conference before they gear up for their State Pride fights at the Hordern Pavilion. Coverage starts from 3.00pm AEST

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Vettel describes 'fairytale'

Sebastian Vettel says it was a "fairytale" to drive a Ferrari for the first time over the weekend.

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Ballon d'Or shortlist announced

Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi and Manuel Neuer have been named on the final shortlist for the 2014 FIFA Ballon d'Or.

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Australia-India schedule confirmed

The first Test between Australia and India will begin in Adelaide on December 9, it has been confirmed.

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Webber has 'no recollection' of accident

Mark Webber says he has "no recollection" of the crash that left him hospitalised on Sunday.

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Premier League Team of the Week

Robin van Persie and Danny Welbeck are re-united in our Premier League Team of the Week while Cesc Fabregas just continues to make the grade according to OPTA, the league's official data supplier.

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