A Test recall seemed so unlikely for Joe Burns that he booked a surfing trip on the Sunshine Coast this week.
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Australia vs South Africa Test cricket: Hosts feeling the pinch as Proteas' confidence soars
Confident South Africa believe they have landed a psychological blow on an Australian team that coach Darren Lehmann concedes is feeling the pressure from their long run of poor form.
Jeremy McGovern turns recruiter for West Coast Eagles, vouches for Darcy Cameron
Jeremy McGovern has played just about every key position with the West Coast Eagles – but now the All-Australian seems to be angling for a new role, using social media to help out the club’s recruiting staff.
Melbourne United's Chris Goulding unlikely starter again as ankle recovery continues
Chris Goulding’s hopes of helping Melbourne United end its four-game losing streak this Saturday night sit somewhere between doubtful and hopeful.
Tomi Juric ruled out of Socceroos' World Cup qualifier
First-choice striker Tomi Juric has been ruled out of the Socceroos’ World Cup qualifier against Thailand after scans confirmed the extent of his knee injury.
India won't be stressed by DRS, says vice-captain
India are determined to avoid stressing out over the decision review system in the five-Test series set to get under way against England in Rajkot.
Melbourne Stars coach Stephen Fleming on the benefits of men and women training together
The Melbourne Stars’ men could learn about decision-making from its women when they go on pre-season camp together for the first time, coach Stephen Fleming said.
World Cup of Golf: Graeme McDowell tips Adam Scott, Marc Leishman to star
Northern Ireland’s Graeme McDowell says Adam Scott and Marc Leishman will get support but also pressure when they tee up at Kingston Heath, while Matt Jones won’t be around to defend his Australian Open crown.
Australia vs South Africa Test cricket: Peter Siddle to miss second Test through injury, Jackson Bird on standby
Australian paceman Peter Siddle will miss the second Test after suffering a recurrence of the back injury that forced him out of the game for eight months.
IOC gives award for top woman in sport to a man
The best woman in world sport is a man. You read that right. The International Olympic Committee has given its top award for women and sport to a man.