Roosters beat Knights by one point in classic NRL grand final

Indianapolis Colts' $44million superstar Jonathan Taylor linked with bombshell trade after GM Chris Ballard was fired

The Indianapolis Colts have fired general manager Chris Ballard leaving everything on the table including trading star running back Jonathan Taylor for the right price.

Former Scotland rugby star, 39, to go on trial charged with rape, controlling and abusing a woman over a 14-year period

Former Scotland rugby international Tim Visser will stand trial in court on charges of raping, controlling and abusing a woman.

Inside Matthias Jaissle's Newcastle struggles: 'Vertical football' philosophy that led to crisis meeting, fan concern at Ruben Amorim echoes, square pegs in round holes and why he wants to copy Hansi Flick's Barcelona blueprint

CRAIG HOPE: It's a good time to play Crystal Palace. That, at least, is the crumb of comfort being nibbled at on Tyneside. The more uncomfortable truth is that it's also a good time to play Newcastle.

Widow of Middlesbrough icon Willie Maddren calls for greater protection for footballers over link between headers and fatal MND - which caused Rob Burrow's premature death

MATT BARLOW: For Teessiders of a certain age, Willie Maddren needs no introduction.

Tottenham's defensive dilemma unpacked: Why Roberto De Zerbi went to a back-three against Coventry and why it may work at Chelsea, the problem with 'Double Dutch' pairing and the pitfalls of shifting Micky van de Ven

MATT BARLOW: Roberto De Zerbi discussed his three-at-the-back formation as if it was likely to be a one-off following Tottenham's win over Coventry on Monday night.

Curling Canada CEO sees opportunity to think about future of curling in Canada

Curling Canada chief executive officer Nolan Thiessen wants people thinking big thoughts and asking new questions about the sport.

Inside Norwich City's slump under Philippe Clement: How Belgian's 24/7 intensity is leaving players running on empty and staff mentally drained - with 'absentee landlord' Mark Attanasio adding to toxicity

Norwich are back in the doldrums. Their 1-0 defeat by Portsmouth last weekend was their eighth in 11 league matches this season.

Birmingham City hire ex-Man United man John Murtough as their new director of football - with ambitious plans to play in the Premier League at their new stadium

John Murtough will be the new director of football at Birmingham - his first job in English football since leaving Manchester United.

How the Lakers' Luka Doncic went from 'Wonder Boy' to 'The Man'

The usually reserved Slovenian superstar has always been a vocal leader on the court, but as he's matured he has built chemistry with teammates off it.

How a clash between Inglewood leaders and SoFi Stadium operators hit the ballot

Ballot measures regarding billboards and ticket sales highlight a protracted dispute between Inglewood and its NFL team the Rams.

Poll: Would you start Erling Haaland vs Aston Villa after last week's knock?

Erling Haaland was an unused substitute against AEK Athens in midweek after picking up a knock in the win over Ipswich.

Splits, villains & new rules: Piper Gilles & Asher Hill preview Grand Prix season