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Australian opener Nathan McSweeney aims to counter Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah at the Gabba. Fast bowler Josh Hazlewood eyes a return from injury after missing out on the Adelaide test; Ryan Papenhuyzen has extended his contract at the Storm until 2026. While Isaah Yeo will receive the Golden Boot Award for the first time in 7 years; Papua New Guinea will receive its NRL licence in Sydney, with $600 million dollars in funding from the Australian government over the next 10 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Selectors face a tough call for the third Test to either keep Scott Boland or bring back Josh Hazlewood, who is set to return from injury. While Nathan Lyon is confident he will play a bigger part in the next test match after only bowling one over in the pink ball test; International stars arrive as the Big Bash season kicks off on Sunday, with the Scorchers hosting the Stars in Perth; Payne Haas says the Broncos have moved on from Kevin Walters' sacking and are thriving under new coach Michael Maguire, who helped him excel in Origin.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Captain Pat Cummins has denied reports of a team rifts, while India welcomes back skipper Rohit Sharma; Broncos coach Michael Maguire has banned players from going shirtless at training, linking professionalism to success; Latrell Mitchell hopes Wayne Bennett's return will inspire the Rabbitohs to a Premiership. 7NEWS Sport Headlines with Zac Warburton for December 06, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tasmanian all-rounder Beau Webster joins the Australian Test squad as cover for Mitch Marsh, sidelined after a tough Perth loss. Webster earned his spot after leading Tassie to a Sheffield Shield win over NSW. The second Test starts next Friday in Adelaide. Sydney Thunder beat Hobart Hurricanes by 6 wickets in the Women’s Big Bash Finals opener. Captain Phoebe Litchfield shone with 46 off 36 balls. Thunder face the Heat in Brisbane for a shot at Sunday’s final against the Renegades at the MCG. Wests Tigers' overhaul continues with a 3-year, multi-million-dollar sponsorship from Pepper Money. New stars for 2025 include Jarome Luai, Sunia Turuva, and Jack Bird. Liverpool’s perfect start to the Champions League continued with a 2-nil win over reigning titleholders Real Madrid. It’s the Reds’ first win over Real in 15 years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Teammates consoled Sean Abbott during a tribute at the SCG on the 10th anniversary of Phil Hughes' death. A minute’s silence preceded day four of the Sheffield Shield match between NSW and Tasmania, where Abbott, who bowled the fateful bouncer in 2014, took three wickets. Dean Cox led the Swans as head coach for the first time, aiming to build on John Longmire's legacy after seven years as his apprentice. His main focus is re-signing star midfielder Chad Warner. Manchester City blew a 3-0 lead at home to Feyenoord, ending with a 3-3 draw in the Champions League. Pep Guardiola fielded questions about the collapse and a scratch on his nose during the post-match conference. Olympic legend Anna Meares will remain Australia's Chef de Mission for the 2028 Los Angeles Games, following her leadership in Australia’s record-breaking Paris Olympics with 18 gold medals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia’s selectors won’t make mass changes after the 295-run loss to India. Pat Cummins denies any team divide, calling the group "tight." At 13, Vaibhav Suryavanshi joined Rajasthan Royals for $200,000 after a 58-ball century against Australia in under-19s cricket. John Longmire quit as Swans coach after 14 seasons, with Dean Cox stepping up on a 4-year deal. Wallabies’ Joseph Suaalii avoided a broken arm and may play Ireland on Sunday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia is facing a heavy defeat in the first Test against India in Perth, with paceman Josh Hazlewood under scrutiny after day 3 ended with the Aussies at 3/12, chasing 534 for victory. The Wallabies' Grand Slam hopes ended with a 27-13 loss to Scotland at Murrayfield, as Joseph Suaalii exited the game with a wrist injury. Mary Fowler has pulled out of the Matildas upcoming friendlies with Brazil and Chinese Taipei, due to physical and mental fatigue. Teammate Tameka Yallop says it’s a struggle all professional athletes deal with.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aussies completed their final training at Perth Stadium ahead of the first Border-Gavaskar Test. Skipper Pat Cummins, despite his stellar record, is yet to win a Test series against India. Seven’s coverage starts Friday at 12:30 PM Eastern. As expected, Richmond took Victorian Sam Lalor with the number one pick on night one of the AFL Draft in Melbourne. The 18-year-old has been compared to Tigers legend Dustin Martin and hopes to inherit Dusty’s number-four jumper.  Souths and the Bulldogs won’t return to Accor Stadium until round four of the 2025 NRL season, as it’s set to host the Race of Champions in March, featuring Aussie rally driver Molly Taylor against stars like Sebastian Vettel and Sébastien Loeb. Samu Kerevi is out for the Wallabies' Spring Tour after a 3-game ban for a high tackle against Wales. Joseph Suaalii will step in for Monday's clash with Scotland at Murrayfield.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seven Cricket’s Ricky Ponting expects Steve Smith to shine in the Border-Gavaskar series after moving back to number four. The first Test starts Friday in Perth. Rafael Nadal bid farewell to tennis with tears and cheers after Spain's Davis Cup loss to the Netherlands, ending a legendary career. The Socceroos salvaged a 2-all draw against Bahrain in a World Cup qualifier, with Kusini Yengi scoring in stoppage time. The Wallabies face Scotland on Monday, led by Victorian-born Sione Tuipulotu, who left Australia for more opportunities.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia swept Pakistan 3-nil in the T20 series with a 7-wicket win at Hobart's Bellerive Oval. Chasing 118, Marcus Stoinis smashed 61 not off 27 balls. Glenn Maxwell exited with a minor hamstring injury. The Socceroos face Bahrain in a key World Cup Qualifier on Wednesday, with coach Tony Popovic eyeing revenge for September's home loss. Rafael Nadal will retire after representing Spain at the Davis Cup finals in Malaga, remaining humble despite his 22 Grand Slam titles.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Wallabies are two from two on their Spring Tour after dominating Wales in Cardiff, despite a controversial red card for Samu Kerevi. Coach Joe Schmidt hinted at appealing Kerevi’s 1-game suspension. Next, they face Scotland at Murrayfield. India captain Rohit Sharma will miss Friday's first Test in Perth for the birth of his second child but will join the team for the second Test in Adelaide.  The Wests Tigers are on the cusp of landing another big recruitment target. Roosters prop Terrel May has agreed to a 3-year deal with the joint venture through to the end of 2027.  Rory McIlroy equalled the late Seve Ballesteros by winning his sixth European Tour Order of Merit, now known as 'The Race to Dubai'. McIlroy won the season-ending World Tour Championship by 2-shots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Indian star Ravi Ashwin has fired a shot at the Aussies ahead of next week’s first Test in Perth, claiming to 7 Cricket that he has Steve Smith all figured out. Hobart Hurricanes star Lizelle Lee made history in the Women's Big Bash, becoming the first to hit back-to-back centuries.  ANZAC Day in the 2025 AFL season will feature a double-header, with Collingwood vs. Essendon at the MCG followed by Dockers vs. Crows in Perth. The NRL has cleared Titans star AJ Brimson of wrongdoing after a Melbourne Cup day post, finding no breach of gambling rules.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NRL star Ezra Mam faces charges from Queensland police for drug and driving offences after a crash that injured a 4-year-old girl.  7 Cricket's Ricky Ponting says new opener Nathan McSweeney has the technique and temperament to thrive against India.  Broc Feeney admits his Supercars title hopes are slim, trailing Will Brown by 180 points, but vows to fight until the final lap at the Adelaide 500. Alex de Minaur is on the brink of elimination from the ATP Finals. The Aussie is winless from 2 matches, after being thrashed by Daniil Medvedev 6-2, 6-4.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The NRL is looking at changing its kickoff rules in a bid to reduce the number of concussions resulting from high-speed collisions. Wallabies star Len Ikitau can't speak highly enough of his new centre partner Joseph Suaalii. Ikitau played alongside Suaalii in the upset win over England at Twickenham. The Indian cricket team flew out from Mumbai bound for Perth without captain Rohit Sharma who stayed behind for the birth of his second child.  Carlos Alcaraz crashed to a shock defeat in his ATP Finals opener in Turin, going down to Casper Ruud in straight sets.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Kangaroos went their separate ways hoping to reunite next year on the mooted Kangaroo Tour revival; With their Test stars resting, Australia created unwanted history, in the deciding third game against Pakistan in Perth; In the Premier League, Tottenham were stunned at home 2-1 by the previously winless Ipswich Town; lex de Minaur lost to world number one 1 Jannik Sinner in his debut appearance at the season-ending ATP Finals.  7NEWS Sport Headlines with Nick Markham for November 11, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rising Aussie cricket star Jake Fraser-McGurk says he won’t be changing his high-octane batting style. The 22-year-old is being urged to temper his aggression, after a lean run of scores, but he says he doesn’t listen to the critics. In the Women’s Big Bash, Ellyse Perry starred in the Sixers’ six-run win over the Hurricanes, hitting 86 off 62 balls. Tonga are convinced they can pull off a massive upset, in Sunday’s Pacific Championships final against the Kangaroos. Captain Addin Fonua-Blake expects a fierce battle. Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii is set to debut for the Wallabies, in Sunday morning's Spring Tour opener against England at Twickenham. Coach Joe Schmidt is expected to name the former NRL star at inside centre. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Less than a fortnight after his leadership ban was overturned by Cricket Australia, David Warner has been named the captain of Sydney Thunder for this summer’s Big Bash; Melbourne Cup-winning co-trainer Sheila Laxon says Knight’s Order’s shock win at Flemington proves that the Cup is a race for everyone; New Man United manager is already causing headaches for their bitter rival. 7NEWS Sport Headlines with Nick Markham for November 06, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skipper Pat Cummins guided the Aussies to a nervy 2-wicket victory in the one-day series opener against Pakistan at the MCG; The Kangaroos say they're ready to play in front of a 'red sea' of Tongan supporters at CommBank Stadium in Sunday's Pacific Championships final; Melbourne City have two wins from their opening three A-League games after taking down the winless Western United 1-nil. 7NEWS Sport Headlines with Nick Markham for November 05, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UK galloper Onesmoothoperator will head into the Melbourne Cup as one of the favourites after a big win in the Geelong Cup; In the Premier League, Tottenham recovered from a goal down to thrash Aston Villa 4-1; Max Verstappen is on the cusp of a fourth Formula 1 driver’s championship after a masterful performance in the wet in Brazil. 7NEWS Sport Headlines with Nick Markham for November 04, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Canterbury Bulldogs have sacked Josh Addo-Carr following his positive roadside drug test; Broncos superstar Reece Walsh has inked a $5M contract extension; The sacking of CEO Gary Pert and also Joel Smith's 4-year ban has highlighted the cultural issues the Demons are facing; Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield has inked a new deal with the Cats until the end of 2026. 7NEWS Sport Headlines with Zac Warburton for November 01, 2024. For more sports news, head to www.7news.com.au/sport  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.