Harrison arrested in drugs scandal

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Former Gold Coast Titan Ashley Harrison is the latest player arrested over the Queensland sport cocaine scandal... Read more

AB de Villiers scores the fastest ODI century in Australia in South Africa's record West Indies victory.

West Coast beat Carlton in the NAB Challenge but star defender Eric Mackenzie suffers a serious knee injury.

Melbourne City breathe new life into their A-League finals campaign with a thrilling win over Adelaide United.

The Highlanders register their first Super Rugby win over Queensland in four attempts, outclassing the Reds.

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Ablett confident Suns are drug-free in AFL
Gold Coast AFL captain Gary Ablett says he doesn't think any current players are set...
Eagles beat Blues, star hurt in AFL cup
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City surge to thrilling win over Adelaide
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China says football stars of future need training from birth
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