Rugby Australia’s new high performance boss says he’s open to Michael Cheika making a stunning return as Wallabies coach. Peter Horne has also pleaded with players to ignore offers from Rugby League, promising there’s better times ahead for the code. @Luke_Dufficy #9News

Rudolph delivered early this Christmas: 🎄 290 yards 🎄 2 touchdowns 🎄 Dominant 34-11 win in Pittsburgh

A dazzling late afternoon spell from Pat Cummins has turned the MCG test on its head. Pakistan started the day strong, but three final session wickets to the skipper has the tourists 6 for 194 at stumps, trailing Australia by 124. nine.social/upg @Luke_Dufficy #9News

A simple dropped catch gave Mitch Marsh the chance to score a memorable century at the MCG - but sadly for the entertaining all-rounder he fell 4 runs short. MORE:nine.social/uv0 @Luke_Dufficy #9News

There was controversy, close calls, gutsy batting from Pakistan and plenty of Pat Cummins magic on an unforgettable day 4 at the MCG. A short time ago Australia won the test by 79 runs to wrap up the series. MORE: nine.social/uzB @Luke_Dufficy #9News

It's official - Jarome Luai will be a Tiger. The triple premiership winner says he wants to prove to his doubters, and himself, he can take control of a team. MORE: nine.social/uVz @Luke_Dufficy #9News

David Warner's farewell test hasn't gone to plan so far, the opener shattered after being caught on 34 in his first innings. It was a frustrating day all round at the SCG, with bad weather ending play early. @Luke_Dufficy #9News

Alex De Minaur is into the third round here at the Australian Open - and has barely raised a sweat in doing so. LATEST: nine.social/w3H @Luke_Dufficy #AO #9News

Max Purcell has given home fans a show here at the Australian Open today, taking 11th seed Casper Ruud to a gripping fifth set tiebreak. The Aussie eventually went down - but not before producing some of the rallies of the tournament. @Luke_Dufficy #AO #AustralianOpen #9News

Usman Khawaja will have to pass another concussion exam to play in the second Test at the Gabba next week, after copping a nasty blow to the head against the West Indies in Adelaide. @Luke_Dufficy #9News

Nobody at Parramatta was happy with missing the finals last season - but the disappointment hit their halfback more than most. MORE: nine.social/wDg @Luke_Dufficy #9News

Steve Smith says a change of format is exactly what Marnus Labuschagne needs to blast out of his batting slump. @Luke_Dufficy #9News

Newly-crowned Allan Border medallist Mitch Marsh believes his cricketing resurgence can last for years to come. Marsh's triumph has completed the ultimate turnaround; his acceptance speech winning over even more new fans. READ: nine.social/xmy @Luke_Dufficy #9News

The NRL's charge into America is gathering speed and picking up superstar supporters along the way. ⭐️ Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Russell Crowe and big-name NFL players are among those caught up in the hype of the Las Vegas doubleheader. Luke Dufficy #9News

David Warner has farewelled the Test and One Day formats. Now, he is fully focused on leaving T20 cricket on a high. Luke Dufficy #9News

Dragons players say their big win over the Titans marks the beginning of a new era with a bright future for the Red V. The 28-4 victory was built on some gritty first-half defence and fuelled by the haters. Luke Dufficy #9News

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Trent Robinson says David Fifita's best football is yet to come and the Roosters are the place for him to reach his potential. As well as recruiting the Titans forward the Tricolours are also on the verge of re-signing some current stars. Luke Dufficy #9News

A number of Nathan Cleary's potential replacements for the Blues team are battling injuries as well, with the latest to go down being Nicho Hynes. Luke Dufficy #9News

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