Daine Laurie made a try-saving tackle on Mathew Feagai in the opening minutes.

LIVE: Weakened Panthers survive early Dragons scare

Welcome to Wide World of Sports' LIVE coverage of Saturday NRL action. First up, the Panthers host the Dragons in Penrith.

Salesi Rayasi of the Hurricanes celebrates with Billy Proctor after scoring a try.

LIVE: Hurricanes pile pressure on Blues in finals race

Welcome to Wide World of Sports' LIVE coverage of Super Rugby Pacific round 15 on Saturday as the finals picture takes shape.

Rublev 'completely loses it' in Paris meltdown

He slapped himself in the face, smashed his knee with his own racquet and that wasn't all of it as the Russian was eliminated.

Dylan Edwards warms up with team mates during a New South Wales Blues State of Origin training session at Blue Mountains Grammar School on June 01, 2024 in Katoomba, Australia. (Photo by Brett Hemmings/Getty Images)

Tedesco on standby after 'devastating' Edwards blow

Axed former NSW captain James Tedesco has been put on standby for the State of Origin opener on Wednesday, after a training mishap.

Karim Benzema of Real Madrid lifts UEFA Champions League Trophy following his team's victory.

Insane Champions League dominance confounds logic

Real Madrid's recent history in the Champions League is even more astonishing than its long-term dominance of the European Cup.

'I'm not happy': 'Frustrated' Ricciardo's blunt admission

Having been out-performed by his young teammate all season, Daniel Ricciardo has come clean about his feelings.

Matildas star Sam Kerr writhes in agony after injuring her leg.

Epidemic threatening women's football exposed

"Anyone with an ACL (injury) we always ask 'Were you on your period?'" points out a Matildas great. And now that question is being followed up.

Geelong coach Chris Scott says his club remain "open" to any players.

Cats coach defiant in face of winless streak

Chris Scott isn't in panic mode, despite losing four straight for the first time in his career. The Tigers are their next big test.

Katie Ledecky.

Calls for probe as faith in WADA at 'all-time low'

Katie Ledecky says faith in the anti-doping system is at an "all-time low" after the China drugs scandal rocked world sport.

Mike Tyson V Jake Paul.

Tyson's fight with YouTuber Paul called off

Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul has been postponed, with both fighters adamant it will still go ahead.

Josh Addo-Carr came straight from the field after suffering a hamstring injury against the Knights.

'Not good news': Foxx blow rocks resurgent Dogs

Josh Addo-Carr scored a first half double against the Knights before a hamstring injury ended the star winger's night early.

The Pies struggled without Pendlebury in round 12.

Pendlebury 'setback' proves costly against Dogs

With Scott Pendlebury out with a bicep injury, Collingwood felt his absence in their 18-point loss to the Bulldogs.

Lachlan Croker, Tom Hazelton, Isaiya Katoa, and Nick Meaney are some of the NRL's most underrated players.

'Rarely gets a headline': Underrated NRL stars

From tireless workhorse forwards to young playmakers unable to break through into Origin, The Mole presents the game's most underrated.

Tate McDermott of the Reds makes a break.

Horror Waratahs season ends in more heartbreak

The Reds and Crusaders were victorious on Friday night as NSW's Super Rugby Pacific season ended with more pain.

Dylan Lucas of the Knights reacts to the teams loss during the round 13 NRL match between Newcastle Knights and Canterbury Bulldogs at McDonald Jones Stadium, on May 31, 2024, in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images)

'Tossing this up?': Joey fires up over Knights 'shame'

Newcastle were totally outplayed by the Bulldogs in front of a home crowd. Andrew Johns didn't hold back on his assessment.

Waratahs coach Darren Coleman interacts with fans.

Coach's classy farewell interview after losing job

His last game ended in more wooden spoon heartbreak but somehow departing Waratahs coach Darren Coleman won more fans.

Caitlin Foord assisted from the field by trainers.

'Concerning' signs for Matildas amid injury crisis

The Matildas have been struck with some more injury concerns as Caitlin Foord was removed from the field with a hamstring complaint.

Adam Zampa struggled.

Nine man Aussies smashed after Stoinis luggage disaster

Marcus Stoinis arrived just in time for Australia's practice T20 match against the West Indies, but wasn't allowed to play.

Jacob Saifiti was sent to the sin bin in the dying minutes for headbutting Reed Mahoney.

Saifiti in hot water for headbutt on Mahoney

Jacob Saifiti will likely find himself in hot water with the MRC, sent to the sinbin and put on report for headbutting Reed Mahoney.

Jude Bellingham of Real Madrid celebrates after scoring.

How to watch the Champions League final

The voice of football at the home of football. It doesn't get any better than that for fans, with the legendary Martin Tyler leading the coverage in Australia.

2024 NBA Playoffs. Dallas Mavericks V Minnesota Timberwolves. Josh Green.

'Can't believe it': Boomers duo secure NBA Finals dream

Dante Exum and Josh Green have secured their spot in the NBA Finals as the Mavericks humiliated Minnesota Timberwolves.

Zac Lomax looks on at the team photo during a New South Wales Blues State of Origin media opportunity.

'Guerilla warfare' behind surprise Blues move

Andrew Johns says "guerilla warfare" is likely the reason NSW moved away from its "spiritual home" ahead of the State of Origin opener.

Australian star Steve Smith in the field during a T20 match against New Zealand.

'Part of the game': Truth behind Smith snub

Usman Khawaja believes debate around selection in the Australian team – is a sign of the game's health.

John Steffensen celebrates at the Melbourne 2006 Commonwealth Games.

Claims of 'sinister' Athletics Australia play whacked

John Steffensen has launched an impassioned defence of Athletics Australia following the women's marathon selection saga.

Yuki Tsunoda during practice for the Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix.

Ricciardo teammate's telling F1 admission

Daniel Ricciardo's fate at RB could be decided by what his teammate Yuki Tsunoda decides to do in 2025.

Gianni Infantino, President of FIFA speaks on stage during the 74th FIFA Congress 2024.

'Inherently abusive': FIFA warned of strike action

FIFA has been warned that players are set to strike amid concerns over the excessive international playing schedule.

Aussie boxing star Tim Tszyu.

Bitter Tszyu blow as doctor calls Aussie's fight off

Australian boxer Tim Tszyu has been dealt a devastating blow with his next fight forced to be called off.

Nelly Korda of the United States at the US Open.

Top star folds after rare septuple-bogey

Nelly Korda was not even three holes into the US Women's Open when she dropped to a crouch and bowed her head in disbelief.

Kokkinakis confronts fan in 'craziest' five set epic

Thanasi Kokkinakis staged an epic comeback in an at times fiery atmosphere, while Alex de Minaur also progressed to the third round.

Matildas star reveals 'dream' to make history in Paris

Hayley Raso's sentiment on the Matildas' medal ambitions is one that many in Australia will be hoping comes true.