The NRL rumour mill is in overdrive. But Grant says Kangaroos only focused on Cup final

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 9, 2026

Harry Grant is just one of a clutch of Australian stars whose future is the subject of daily conjecture. For now, though, he only has eyes for Sunday’s World Cup final against New Zealand.

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Roar address A-League concussion confusion

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Roar address A-League concussion confusion

A communication breakdown between the officials was to blame for allowing a concussed Brisbane player back on the ground, the A-League club says.

Warner backs Khawaja's claims: '100 per cent accurate'

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Warner backs Khawaja's claims: '100 per cent accurate'

David Warner, one of the three Australian players banned for Sandpapergate, has strongly endorsed Usman Khawaja's claims about the scandal.

Gillingham ‘let themselves down’ in FA Cup humbling

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Gillingham ‘let themselves down’ in FA Cup humbling

Gillingham midfielder James Brophy admitted the players had “let themselves down” after a disappointing FA Cup exit at the hands of Barrow.

IRL chair defends great-grandparents eligibility rule as Leniu lashes World Cup chiefs

Nov 9, 2026

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The new international eligibility criteria for rugby league was announced on Monday, as Samoa forward Spencer Leniu claimed World Cup organisers had “used our people to sell games”.

‘We’ll do special things’: Haas says Rabbitohs can win title, opens up on Broncos exit

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‘We’ll do special things’: Haas says Rabbitohs can win title, opens up on Broncos exit

He helped lead Brisbane to a drought-breaking premiership in 2025. Now, the game’s premier prop intends to do the same at South Sydney.

Scott Boland rejects Usman Khawaja book claims over Victorian cricket ball-tampering

Nov 9, 2026

Scott Boland rejects Usman Khawaja book claims over Victorian cricket ball-tampering

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‘I like a challenge’: Kalyn Ponga reveals 11 screws in broken arm after stunning World Cup return

Nov 9, 2026

‘I like a challenge’: Kalyn Ponga reveals 11 screws in broken arm after stunning World Cup return

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Aussie boxing gun successfully defends WBC title

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Consistent Kiwi has driving ambition for new F1 deal

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