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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Tom Hazelton is facing an extended stint on the sidelines. The Sharks fan favourite suffered a collarbone joint injury in Round 10 against Manly. He has since undergone surgery to correct the issue but is forecast to miss 12 weeks of action. Hazelton could return for the last few matches of the regular season and build his fitness up for a potential finals run with Cronulla.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Dominic Young will reportedly return to the Knights next month. According to the Daily Telegraph, the winger will exit the Roosters before the June 30 trade window closes. The English talent joined the Tricolours in 2024 but has dropped down the pecking order this season. He is now set to reunite with his former club Newcastle ... but not before an awkward clash.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
The Origin opener has concluded, and it's time to return to NRL action. Most Maroons and Blues stars are expected to back up for their club sides, although late changes cannot be ruled out. The Sporting News delivers its predictions and best bets for select Round 13 matches in the NRL — all odds per bookmaker Sportsbet. MORE: NRL injury list | NRL draw, fixtures | NRL ladder, standingsDragons vs.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Women's State of Origin is nearing its conclusion for 2025, with the Queensland Maroons and NSW Blues to face off in Game 3 on Thursday night. The Blues boast an unassailable 2-0 lead and will be looking to secure a clean sweep in Newcastle. Here's when the action will kick off. MORE: Trade smarter with eToro, the world's leading social investing platformWhen and where is Women's State of Origin Game 3? New South Wales are the home side for the third and final clash, scheduled for Thursday, May 29.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
NSW trainer Eddie Farah – brother of former NRL star Robbie Farah – found himself warned by referee Ashley Klein during Wednesday night's State of Origin opener. While it wasn't immediately clear what the trainer did, Nine's spider cam footage later revealed exactly what happened. Early in the second half, Queensland were given a scrum feed 10 metres out from their opponents' try-line. Farah gave the ball to Blues playmaker Mitchell Moses, who threw it away.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
There was a lot to like about NSW's Game 1 win over Queensland on Wednesday. While the 18-6 scoreline doesn't necessarily tell the full story, those who watched the game would know how physical and relentless the Blues were against their interstate rivals. Laurie Daley had both his backs and forwards thriving, as they made tough carry after tough carry. The result notably marked the Blues' third consecutive State of Origin win.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
The 2025 State of Origin series got underway on Wednesday night. Queensland hosted interstate rivals New South Wales at a raucous Suncorp Stadium for the opener. Could the Maroons get off to a hot start at home? Or would the Blues put themselves in the driver's seat as they look to retain the shield? Who won Origin Game 1 last night? NSW claimed an 18-6 victory over Queensland in Brisbane.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Tom Dearden is taking on a new role with Queensland this year. The talented playmaker was the starting five-eighth for all three games in 2024, but with Cameron Munster back on deck, he has been shifted to the bench. Named in the No. 14 jersey for Wednesday night's State of Origin opener at Suncorp, it's unclear exactly how Dearden will slot into the match. In fact, even his coach, Billy Slater, is unsure.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Typically, premier sports events are held on the weekend. State of Origin, however, is an exception to this rule. Rugby league's biggest rivalry – played as a three-game series annually – is usually played on a Wednesday night. The Sporting News breaks down the main reasons behind the unique scheduling. MORE: State of Origin Game 1 tipsWhy is State of Origin played on a Wednesday? Money makes the world, and rugby league, go round.
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1 week ago | 
sportingnews.com | Joshua Mayne |tennis. He
Port Adelaide's struggles this year could see Ken Hinkley leave the club before the season even finishes. It has already been confirmed that 2025 will be the veteran coach's last campaign with the Power, with Josh Carr to take the reins. However, there is a chance he could "walk away" before then. According to 9News' Tom Morris, Hinkley will leave his post when he believes the club is no longer in contention.
