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• Smith monitored for concussion after hit to helmet while batting

  12-10-2026 23:22 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia will continue to test Steve Smith for a delayed concussion, after the vice-captain's blow to the head added further questions to the side for the second Test. 
  
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• Renshaw had the game of his life at five. Cummins says he could open next Test

  13-10-2026 16:12 via smh.com.au
  
  Pat Cummins has hinted that Matt Renshaw may be on the move back up the order, as the victorious tourists stressed their desire for a flexible batting line-up.
  
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• Quick hits: Carey's classic starts the rot and Hoff finishes it off

  13-10-2026 14:58 via abc.net.au
  
  Alex Carey breaks the game open with a spectacular take, Pat Cummins confuses Beau Webster for Muttiah Muralitharan, and Josh Hazlewood's career-best wins it for Australia. Here are the quick hits from the final day of the first Test between Australia and South Africa. 
  
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• Australia player ratings: The perfect 10 who shone with bat and ball

  13-10-2026 14:06 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia’s comprehensive victory in the first Test against South Africa showcased standout performances. Here’s how every player rated across the five days.
  
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• Hayes unfazed about wide draw for Ka Ying Rising but keeping an eye on the skies

  13-10-2026 12:44 via theage.com.au
  
  Ka Ying Rising’s trainer David Hayes believes the wet weather was no worry for Ka Ying Rising, for now.
  
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• From Pullman to pulling power: How Nick Blakey profited from scandal and the AFL’s strange economy

  13-10-2026 10:53 via theage.com.au
  
  Weeks after being suspended by the Swans, Nick Blakey has secured a new contract with the Kangaroos that is effectively a pay rise at least $2 million over the next five years.
  
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• Press conference cut short after Blakey questioning

  13-10-2026 10:43 via smh.com.au
  
  North Melbourne's press conference surrounding their signing of Nick Blakey turned sour after the PR team called it quits in the middle of journalist's questioning.
  
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• Star sprinter's trainer confident despite rain

  13-10-2026 10:15 via smh.com.au
  
  David Hayes is confident Ka Ying Rising can go back-to-back in The Everest, despite the rain forecast in Sydney.
  
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• What has Tyson Frizell excited about joining the Wests Tigers

  13-10-2026 10:09 via theage.com.au
  
  The 35-year-old was asked to join the Wests Tigers on several occasions by good friend Benji Marshall – and this is why he can see good times ahead in 2027.
  
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• Walsh gets the nod as Preston earns debut

  13-10-2026 09:49 via theage.com.au
  
  Reece Walsh will play fullback for the Kangaroos, while back-rower Jacob Preston's debut has been confirmed.
  
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• Murray, Rivers and Coleman top final day trade targets, after Roos and Blues get their men

  13-10-2026 09:23 via smh.com.au
  
  The penultimate day of the AFL’s trade period is here. Follow along for all the news and analysis from our experts.
  
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• Swans frosty as Blakey departs for North Melbourne with an apology

  13-10-2026 09:17 via smh.com.au
  
  There were no tributes from the Swans’ top brass in the club’s statement announcing the departure of a life member and academy graduate who played 173 games for Sydney and was an All-Australian in 2024.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Six wickets needed for Cummins’ team to claim first Test win; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia are closing in on a 1-0 series lead but there still is work to do on the final day of the first Test in Durban.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Six wickets needed for Cummins’ team to claim first Test win; Smith takes to the field; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia are closing in on a 1-0 series lead but there still is work to do on the final day of the first Test in Durban.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Six wickets needed for Cummins’ team to claim first Test win

  13-10-2026 09:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia are closing in on a 1-0 series lead but there still is work to do on the final day of the first Test in Durban.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Hazlewood strikes twice in an over to put Aussies on brink of victory; Smith takes to the field; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia are closing in on a 1-0 series lead but there still is work to do on the final day of the first Test in Durban.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Australia have won the first Test against South Africa by 214 runs after a six-wicket haul from Josh Hazlewood; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia have secured a 1-0 series lead after Josh Hazlewood claimed career-best figures on the final day in Durban.
  
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• Australia vs South Africa LIVE: Australia enjoy key breakthrough, eye first Test win; Smith takes to the field; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via theage.com.au
  
  Australia are closing in on a 1-0 series lead but there still is work to do on the final day of the first Test in Durban.
  
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• Australia claim series opener with 214-run win over Proteas; Waugh says Marnus needs to do more

  13-10-2026 09:00 via smh.com.au
  
  Australia have secured a 1-0 series lead after Josh Hazlewood claimed career-best figures on the final day in Durban.
  
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• Live: South African batters digging in as Durban Test nears gripping finale

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs six wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Hazlewood double strike has Australia nearing victory in Durban

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs four wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Australia wins first South Africa Test after new ball does the damage

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs as the hosts lose their last four wickets for five runs and Josh Hazlewood takes career best figures. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Australia one wicket away as new ball does the damage in Durban

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs one wicket to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs on day five in Durban

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs as the hosts lose their last four wickets for five runs and Josh Hazlewood takes career best figures. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Australia chases victory as Durban Test approaches gripping finale

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs six wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Live: Alex Carey screamer earns Australia long-awaited breakthrough

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  Australia needs five wickets to win the first Test against South Africa as the Kingsmead contest comes down to the fifth day. Follow live.
  
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• Australia defeats South Africa by 214 runs on day five in Durban

  13-10-2026 08:56 via abc.net.au
  
  South Africa loses its final four wickets for just five runs to be bowled out for 206, with Josh Hazlewood finishing with career-best figures in Durban.
  
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• Suaalii keen for swift Wallabies return of Marky Mark

  13-10-2026 08:55 via theage.com.au
  
  Like Mark Nawaqanitawase during one of his flying catches, the prospect of the cross-code star going on the Wallabies’ spring tour remains up in the air.
  
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• A great’s milestone beckons, but will Brisbane 2032 keep Australia’s elite around?

  13-10-2026 08:19 via smh.com.au
  
  Could the allure of representing Australia at the Olympic Games keep seasoned veterans playing longer? A great of the game reveals why it could.
  
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• Nawaqanitawase considering bombshell switch

  13-10-2026 07:39 via theage.com.au
  
  Mark Nawaqanitawase is considering a bombshell switch to play for Fiji at next year's Rugby World Cup.
  
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