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The Lions hunt for back-to-back flags is strengthening with forward, Lincoln McCarthy's return from injury, firming for Opening Round. Hitting the training paddock for the first time this season, McCarthy's not the only key player set to shake-up a premiership-winning lineup.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Stars and Sixers are due to lock horns in a crucial Big Bash clash at the MCG. But first, Victorians Todd Murphy and Scott Boland have been picked for Australia's upcoming Sri Lanka Tour while Glenn Maxwell has been overlooked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broncos have closed ranks around Ezra Mam, backing the embattled five-eighth to pull his career back from the brink. But that task has been made all the more difficult by the game's governing body. For more, Mitch Kroehn reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Carlton's president is promising to hunt down hackers over a nude photo scandal. Luke Sayers says his social media account was hacked when a lewd photo of a naked man was posted and linked to a female executive at one of the club's major sponsors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They're teetering on the edge of the top four, but Heat Quick Spencer Johnson insists Brisbane still boasts plenty of fear factor. That's even without their two test stars who've been barred from taking part in Saturday's must-win Strikers clash. For more, Mitch Kroehn reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Magic Millions show will go on with the new Gold Coast track now backed by racing's elite. Event bosses have called in some extra star power for Queensland's richest race day, but first jockeys will test the new turf, live on TV. For more, Amanda Abate reports.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weather threatens a crucial night for Sydney Thunder and Sam Konstas. Leading the Thunder from a wooden spoon to the finals, part of learning cricketing superstardom on the run for the 19-year-old. For more, Matt Carmichael reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After giving Australian Open bosses another almighty scare, Nick Kyrgios now says he's in no doubt to make his Grand Slam comeback. 4 days before it begins, Kyrgios revealed a new injury but set the record straight exclusively with 7News. For more, Mitch Cleary reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lachie Rose's first A-League goal in over a year sealed the Jets' 1-0 win over Brisbane Roar. The 25-year-old scored in the 74th minute, just eight minutes after coming off the bench. Melbourne City moved to second with a 2-0 victory over Western United.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie Daniel Sanders remains the Dakar Rally leader despite finishing 21st in stage three, 15 minutes behind Spanish winner Lorenzo Santolino. Fellow Aussie Toby Price, a two-time bike winner, slipped to sixth overall in his first four-wheel attempt. Dakar legend Sébastien Loeb flipped his car but recovered to continue.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A stunning 92-run stand by Will Sutherland (70) and Tom Rogers (49*) rescued the Melbourne Renegades from 4/10 to chase down 143 against the Perth Scorchers. Mitchell Marsh fell for a golden duck as the Renegades ended a 3-match losing streak.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Broncos star Ezra Mam has returned to training after a nearly three-month exile following a drug-driving crash that nearly ended his career. The 22-year-old, fined $120,000 and suspended for nine weeks, will rejoin Brisbane in round 10 against the Rabbitohs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adelaide United earned a dramatic stoppage-time win over Macarthur FC, with Luka Jovanovic scoring in the 92nd minute. The victory lifts Adelaide to second in the A-League.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australia's Daniel Sanders extended his lead in the Dakar Rally's motorbike category, winning the second stage by 12.5 minutes. Fellow Aussie Toby Price is fourth in his first year in the car category.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Kyrgios returns to Australia's Davis Cup squad for the first time in over five years. At the Adelaide International, Thanasi Kokkinakis, Chris O'Connell, Adam Walton, and James Duckworth all won their opening matches.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brisbane Heat boosted their Big Bash title defence with a crucial five-wicket win over Sydney Thunder at the Gabba. The result puts the Heat back inside the top four.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defending Australian Open champion Aryna Sabalenka is in top form after winning the Brisbane International. The World No. 1 rallied to beat qualifier Polina Kudermetova. The Australian Open starts Sunday.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bryce Cotton's hot streak continues, scoring 41 points in the Perth Wildcats' 96-86 win over the New Zealand Breakers. He's averaging 38 points per game over his last 7 outings and now has 9 career 40-point games, the most in Wildcats history.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris Lynn shook off a brutal bouncer from Riley Meredith to score 49 (27) in the Strikers' 186/5. Hobart’s Mitch Owen (37 off 16) and Tim David (50 off 22) powered the Hurricanes to a 5-wicket win, their 4th straight, moving them to 3rd, while the Strikers sit 7th.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

India argues Sam Konstas had no right to engage in a heated exchange with Jasprit Bumrah during the SCG's first innings. The visitors disagree. Konstas, in his first two Tests, averages 28 runs, including a debut 60 at the MCG.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.