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Cricket Australia defends $11.3m loss amid strong criticism
Cricket Australia insists record numbers are ahead despite facing criticism after losing more than $11 million in a summer that included a five-Test home series against India. Source link
Papenhuyzen granted release from Storm to consider future amid R360 talk
Melbourne Storm premiership winner Ryan Papenhuyzen has been granted an immediate release from the club, with one year still remaining on his contract. Source link
AFL players charged over alleged involvement in Boxing Day brawl
Dion Prestia and Steven May are charged by police over their alleged involvement in a brawl in a Victorian coastal town last December. Source link
Australia waiting on skipper Healy's World Cup fitness call
Australia is leaving India guessing over whether Alyssa Healy will be passed fit to lead the defending champions in their Women’s World Cup semifinal in Navi Mumbai. Source link
Family mourns 'shining light' teenager who died after cricket accident
The family of Ben Austin, who died after being struck by a ball during cricket practice in Melbourne earlier this week, issues a statement mourning the 17-year-old and saying their thoughts are with the teammate involved in the incident. Source link
South Africa dominates England to reach World Cup final
As Australia prepares to play India in the second semifinal, South Africa books its berth in the tournament decider following a commanding performance against England. Source link
Brisbane teen dedicates world triathlon win to dad battling cancer
Nineteen-year-old Sam Fothergill is now racing against time to qualify for the professional circuit and honour his father through the sport they both love. Source link
Live updates: Australia and India battle for T20 supremacy ahead of World Cup
The world’s two best T20 teams Australia and India begin their preparations for next year’s World Cup by kicking off a five-match series in Canberra. Follow here for live updates. Source link
Fifita makes Bennett reunion official by joining Rabbitohs after Titans exit
After flirting with exits from the Titans previously, David Fifita makes his move official, joining the South Sydney Rabbitohs on a deal for the next two seasons. Source link
'Most that's been on the line for many clubs': AFLW heads into final round
The final round of the AFLW home and away season promises to be nervous watching for more than half the competition’s fans as eleven sides battle for seven finals spots up for grabs. Source link