Luai’s ‘unselfish’ move as PNG contract twist revealed after ‘shock’ 72-hour coup

PNG are “still in shock” at landing Jarome Luai as their first signing. They just revealed major details about his contract and the team that will be built around him.

AFL

Shock winners from controversial rules shake-up... and how it exposed biggest ‘fallacy’ in AFL

NRL

Other shock axing that’s haunting Ciraldo; why Roosters are baulking at re-signing superstar

Cricket

$600m Big Bash plan put on hold as another state joins Aussie cricket revolt

Golf

Bad blood and who’s on blacklist: ‘Scar tissue’ to spark PGA hunger games after $8bn LIV bombshell

Football

How PL chaos club reached brink of Euro shock... and $23m landmine that could spoil fairytale

NRL

‘Reeled away in pain’: Broncos sweat on Reynolds after training blow — Early Mail

Michael Maguire was dealt a major injury scare with Adam Reynolds reportedly having to be treated by Broncos medical staff after an incident at Brisbane training on Wednesday night,

AFL

Star’s blow opens door for debutant; surprise Pies injury blow as FOUR to miss: Team Whispers

TEAM WHISPERS: An injury to one of Brisbane’s star has opened the door for a first-year debutant. Plus, a Collingwood call has become even riskier by a pair of injury blows.

NRL

Verdict on awkward Munster call; troubling question Dogs can’t escape — NRL Buy or Sell

Why a couple of struggling stars will earn Maroons selection. Meanwhile, the troubling question facing a Bulldogs side short of answers. NRL Buy or Sell!

NRL

Brutal finals reality for sliding contender; proof title dark horse has changed: Power Rankings

The Panthers remain on top of the NRL power rankings for another week but a fellow contender is quickly falling.

Smith caught seething after wicket!
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Nicolson v Turner: Full Fight Highlights
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"Sickening" - Teremoana flattens Tupou
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Luai grilled over Galvin exit comparison
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Bolt opens main card with 'scary' KO
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Luai on PNG: "It's more a vision!"
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NRL

Edwards v Tedesco: Who has the edge as huge decision looms in Blues No.1 selection race

The shootout for the NSW No.1 jersey is on. So how do Dylan Edwards and James Tedesco stack up when it comes to the Red Bull High Flyer Rankings?

Orlando Magic v Detroit Pistons - Game Five

Basketball

Cunningham explodes as Pistons stay alive, force Game 6 against Magic — NBA Playoffs Wrap

Cade Cunningham delivers a 45-point masterclass to lift Detroit past Orlando 116–109, cutting the series to 3–2 and setting up a must-win Game 6 as the pressure shifts back onto the Magic.

AFL

Rival OUT of Butters race as new target emerges; exiled Blues’ ‘frustrations’ grow — Whispers

An out-of-favour Carlton veteran could seek a trade if his exile from the senior side persists. Plus, a powerhouse club has reportedly “moved on” from its initial Zak Butters interest.

NRL

‘Basket case’ Bears’ big issues exposed as ‘mess’ takes toll on PNG player race

Papua New Guinea’s signing of Jarome Luai has highlighted the Perth Bears’ roster-building challenges but some of it is their own making, according to the NRL 360 panel.

AFL

Fallen AFL giant ‘orchestrating own demise’; contender ‘left for dead’ in worrying reality

TALKING PTS: Why one struggling club continues to “orchestrate its own demise”. Plus, it’s clear which club presents as the AFL’s “greatest challenge” through eight weeks.

NRL

‘We are talking big money...’: Tigers call set to be made ‘within days’ in big Luai twist

The Tigers have resumed contract talks with star prop Terrell May in the wake of Jarome Luai’s decision to sign with the PNG Chiefs. WHISPERS!

Boxing

What’s next for Aussie monster after terrifying KO as Hearn eyes blockbuster heavyweight plans

Eddie Hearn has unveiled his bold plan to bring US superstar Deontay Wilder Down Under, while also promising to have hyped prospect Teremoana Jnr fight for the Australian heavyweight title.

NRL

‘He will fill shame’: Ex-NRL bad boy learns fate over drunken crash

The former Melbourne Storm and Canberra Raiders centre drove while over the legal limit when he crashed his ute into trees.

NRL

‘A new era’: The borrowed selection tactic buoying QLD women’s Origin side

Queensland women’s coach Nathan Cross has unlocked a selection process he believes will give the Maroons their best shot yet at Origin redemption.

Motorsport

F1’s US project blew up in total disgrace. Now this final piece could seal incredible redemption

Colton Herta has traded in his successful IndyCar career for a season in Formula 2 with the hope of achieving his dream of a seat on the Formula 1 grid. Can he make it?

Motorsport

F1’s calendar chaos explained... and what contract clause means for Aus GP — State of play

The Australian Grand Prix is expected to drop to third position on the 2027 Formula 1 calendar, but it’s far from the only change anticipated for next season’s schedule.

Motorsport

‘Could’ve got nasty’: Piastri’s admission over Norris reality ‘no one believes’

Oscar Piastri battled his McLaren teammate Lando Norris for the F1 title last year. He has opened up about how that impacted their relationship.

Cricket

‘Don’t see that often’: Smith blows fuse vs Manus as changeroom dummy spit caught on camera

Steve Smith’s PSL campaign is over, with the Multan Sultans losing their must-win eliminator against Marnus Labuschagne’s Hyderabad Kingsmen in Lahore.

Football

‘Can’t comprehend’: Unthinkable football scenario you might’ve missed... and Aussie in thick of it

Scottish football is on the cusp of a feat that has been described as “incomprehensible” for 41 years — and an Australian is at the centre of it.

Motorsport

‘You going to go home?’: Aussie’s frustration builds; truth behind call that left rivals fuming — Pit Talk

NEWS WRAP: Yamaha has reverted to old parts to resuscitate a season slipping away, while a grey area in the rulebook saved Marc Marquez after his Jerez sprint win.

Motorsport

‘Could’ve got nasty’: Piastri’s admission over Norris reality ‘no one believes’

Oscar Piastri battled his McLaren teammate Lando Norris for the F1 title last year. He has opened up about how that impacted their relationship.

Motorsport

F1’s calendar chaos explained... and what contract clause means for Aus GP — State of play

The Australian Grand Prix is expected to drop to third position on the 2027 Formula 1 calendar, but it’s far from the only change anticipated for next season’s schedule.

Motorsport

F1’s US project blew up in total disgrace. Now this final piece could seal incredible redemption

Colton Herta has traded in his successful IndyCar career for a season in Formula 2 with the hope of achieving his dream of a seat on the Formula 1 grid. Can he make it?

Motorsport

Inside F1’s mission impossible... and the US dream scenario no one saw coming

Cadillac’s start to life as a Formula 1 team has gone better than expected after a rushed debut, but the mountain is still getting steeper on the ever of its first home race.

Basketball

Cunningham explodes as Pistons stay alive, force Game 6 against Magic — NBA Playoffs Wrap

Cade Cunningham delivers a 45-point masterclass to lift Detroit past Orlando 116–109, cutting the series to 3–2 and setting up a must-win Game 6 as the pressure shifts back onto the Magic.

Basketball

Champions secure rising star in key off-season move; Taipans eye veteran: NBL free agency latest

Cairns are edging closer to landing veteran guard Sunday Dech as they reshape their roster, while Sydney have secured Makuach Maluach on a new deal after his breakout, championship-winning season.

Basketball

Aussie in career night... but one moment says it all; contender’s fatal flaw — NBA Playoffs Wrap

Joel Embiid delivered a dominant second-half performance to lift Philadelphia over Boston 113-97, cutting the series deficit to 3-2 and forcing a Game 6 back in Philadelphia.

Basketball

Next Star’s deal imminent as Aussie teen phenom chooses NBL team after $3m sacrifice

The Cairns Taipans are closing in on highly rated 17-year-old Luke Paul, with the Next Stars prospect expected to begin his professional career in Far North Queensland.

Basketball

Dunk of the year contender as shock NBA playoffs exit looms; Jokic saves Nuggets — Wrap

The Orlando Magic have taken a commanding 3-1 series lead over the top-seeded Detroit Pistons after a 94-88 Game 4 win, leaving the favourites needing three straight victories to stay alive.

UFC

‘Give me my damn title shot’: Ex-champ wants Volk next; deep end debut for Whittaker after switch?

Aljamain Sterling believes he deserves the next crack at Alexander Volkanovski’s featherweight crown ahead of unbeaten contender Movsar Evloev.

Boxing

Tszyu Ashes battle could headline historic PPV: snubbed Volk rival tees off — Fighting Words

This is Fox Sports Australia’s combat sports column Fighting Words , where we give you all the latest news and views in MMA and boxing, from Australia and abroad.

UFC

‘Dumb as f**k’: UFC champ goes nuclear on ‘little weasel’ contender in savage spray

UFC champ Ilia Topuria has gone on the attack, slamming Arman Tsarukyan and taking fresh shots at several big-name rivals.

UFC

‘Ten minutes from your gym’: UFC title rivalry turns dark over champ’s street fight death threat

Sean Strickland has issued a warning to UFC champion Khamzat Chimaev after trying to lure him into a street fight, while Dana White has revealed a dramatic security escalation for UFC 328.

UFC

‘Total bulls***’: New UFC champ slams ‘pretender’ rival over post-fight claims, shuts down rematch

Carlos Ulberg has hit back strongly at Jiri Prochazka’s claims that only his ‘mercy’ enabled the New Zealander to become UFC light heavyweight champion.

Boxing

‘Kills the fight’: Veteran promoter’s warning for Joshua ahead of all-British grudge match

Veteran boxing promoter Frank Warren has warned Anthony Joshua that defeat by Kristian Prenga would “kill” plans for a long-awaited clash against Tyson Fury.

Boxing

What’s next for Aussie monster after terrifying KO as Hearn eyes blockbuster heavyweight plans

Eddie Hearn has unveiled his bold plan to bring US superstar Deontay Wilder Down Under, while also promising to have hyped prospect Teremoana Jnr fight for the Australian heavyweight title.

Boxing

Full stacked card revealed as Nikita Tszyu returns for toughest test: Everything you need to know

The Tszyu family’s flawless 13-fight Newcastle streak faces its ultimate test as Spaniard Oscar Diaz arrives with knockout intentions and brotherly revenge plans.

Boxing

‘Truly scary’: Beast delivers biggest KO you’ll see; Aussie champ calls for undisputed bout

Skye Nicolson has defeated Mariah Turner to retain her WBC interim gold with a clinical display on Wednesday night, while a rising Aussie star delivered a ‘sickening’ knockout.

Boxing

‘Said his name 10 times’: The 18mth dream starting to become reality for Aussie star

Teremoana Jnr is eager for an all-Australian heavyweight blockbuster against Justis Huni, revealing he was only ever “half in” when the pair first threw down as hyped amateurs 10 years ago.

Cricket

Fresh blow for $600m Big Bash plan as another state joins Aussie cricket revolt

Cricket Australia’s plan to privatise the Big Bash League has suffered another heavy setback, with Queensland Cricket reportedly rejecting the $600 million plan.

Cricket

‘Don’t see that often’: Smith blows fuse vs Manus as changeroom dummy spit caught on camera

Steve Smith’s PSL campaign is over, with the Multan Sultans losing their must-win eliminator against Marnus Labuschagne’s Hyderabad Kingsmen in Lahore.

Cricket

Head stars in 492-run blitz as fifth-straight win puts powerhouse on brink of elimination

Ryan Rickelton’s maiden IPL century came in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down 244 to beat Mumbai Indians by six wickets.

Cricket

Star’s career-best stunner as $4m man, Aussie hero seek answers: IPL mid-season report card

At the competition’s mid-point, Fox Sports has taken a look at how the Australians are faring in the 2026 Indian Premier League.

Cricket

15yo freak jumps to top of IPL charts with latest blitz as Aussies’ unbeaten run ends

Fifteen-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi became the leading run-getter in this IPL season with a cracking 43 on Tuesday that helped Rajasthan Royals beat Punjab Kings.

Netball

Vixens stay unbeaten; Firebirds shaken by another injury scare — Netball Wrap

The Melbourne Vixens remain unbeaten after winning the grand final rematch, while Firebirds coach Kiri Wills had some choice words after her side’s thrilling loss. Round 7 WRAP!

Netball

‘Up for the challenge’: Vixens’ unbeaten run under threat as Fever seek GF redemption

It’s taken until Round 7, but we finally get the Super Netball grand final rematch as the Melbourne Vixens travel to Perth to take on the West Coast Fever.

Netball

Netball Australia CEO stands down, interim replacement locked in as sport faces next era

Netball Australia chief executive Stacey West has stood down. The interim CEO will be Netball World Cup Sydney 2027 chief executive Mark Falvo, effective from Monday.

Netball

Scans confirm worst news for Giants star as Comm Games dream now over

The 2026 Super Netball season is only getting worse for the winless Giants.

Netball

‘Big hole’ exposed for T-Birds as fringe Diamond shines in Vixens statement — What we learned

Melbourne Vixens cracked the almighty defence of Adelaide Thunderbirds in what shaped as a potential Super Netball grand final preview — while the T-Birds were left with questions over their Super Shot strategy.

Football

How PL chaos club reached brink of Euro shock... and $23m landmine that could spoil fairytale

Nottingham Forest have arrived at the moment they hired Ange Postecoglou for despite one of the wildest seasons by a Premier League club in recent memory.

Football

‘Wrong decision’: Arsenal boss blasts ‘unacceptable’ controversy as CL semi sits on knife edge

Arsenal were upset at a late penalty decision being overturned following a VAR review that cost them a potential victory in the Champions League semi-finals.

Football

‘Can’t comprehend’: Unthinkable football scenario you might’ve missed... and Aussie in thick of it

Scottish football is on the cusp of a feat that has been described as “incomprehensible” for 41 years — and an Australian is at the centre of it.

Football

Legendary manager tipped to make bombshell return as great’s reply reignites old feud

Jose Mourinho has been tipped to make a sensational return to Real Madrid as the Spanish giant prepares to make a change of manager.

Football

‘Game for the ages!’: Football world loses its mind over historic NINE-goal CL semi epic

Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembele each scored a brace as reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain beat Bayern Munich 5-4 in a wild Champions League semi-final first leg.

Football

‘Can’t comprehend’: Unthinkable football scenario you might’ve missed... and Aussie in thick of it

Scottish football is on the cusp of a feat that has been described as “incomprehensible” for 41 years — and an Australian is at the centre of it.

AFL

Every AFL club’s most overpaid, underpaid player... and star’s ‘code red’ trade alarm

In the latest episode of the Midweek Tackle digital-only show, the ‘Tackle The Headline’ panel dissects who they believe are the most overpaid and underpaid players at your club.

NRL

‘Alarm bells’ ringing for Panthers over skipper’s ‘astonishing’ contract admission

Are “alarm bells” ringing at the Panthers and Tigers following Jarome Luai’s shock defection to the PNG Chiefs from 2028?

Football

‘Wrong decision’: Arsenal boss blasts ‘unacceptable’ controversy as CL semi sits on knife edge

Arsenal were upset at a late penalty decision being overturned following a VAR review that cost them a potential victory in the Champions League semi-finals.

Cricket

Head stars in 492-run blitz as fifth-straight win puts powerhouse on brink of elimination

Ryan Rickelton’s maiden IPL century came in vain as Sunrisers Hyderabad chased down 244 to beat Mumbai Indians by six wickets.

Boxing

‘Truly scary’: Beast delivers biggest KO you’ll see; Aussie champ calls for undisputed bout

Skye Nicolson has defeated Mariah Turner to retain her WBC interim gold with a clinical display on Wednesday night, while a rising Aussie star delivered a ‘sickening’ knockout.

Boxing

Full stacked card revealed as Nikita Tszyu returns for toughest test: Everything you need to know

The Tszyu family’s flawless 13-fight Newcastle streak faces its ultimate test as Spaniard Oscar Diaz arrives with knockout intentions and brotherly revenge plans.

AFL

AFL ‘tanking’ claim shut down as footy boss, great in fiery live TV clash over rule changes

AFL football boss Greg Swann has issued his response to a brash “tanking” claim made by a club president.

NRL

‘No one took this seriously’: Forgotten reality in $1.2m PNG coup as big Luai fears laid bare

Braith Anasta has likened the introduction of the PNG Chiefs to the now-defunct Australian Super League competition due to the tax-free dollars players can earn.

LAL	47
HOU	51

CLE	125
TOR	120

MI	5 /243
SRH	4 /249

NSW	–
QLD	–

COL	–
HAW	–

DET	116
ORL	109

GT	–
RCB	–