2024 NRL Grand Final: Penrith Panthers take on Melbourne Storm at Accor Stadium, with Nathan Cleary in the lead role
Nathan Cleary lent his authority to the NRL grand final when it was needed most in the first half.
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PCB boss: ICC Trophy not affected by stadium renovation
The Pakistan Cricket Board is adamant that upgrading to three stadiums for next year's ICC Champions Trophy will not have any impact on the tournament.
AFLW Western Derby: The most important duel was moved from Optus Stadium due to pitch renovations
Optus Stadium's under-fire pitch has led to a rescheduling of the AFLW derby, with the October game between West Coast and Fremantle being moved to another venue due to reconstruction work. The derby – scheduled to be the only meeting between the WA rivals this season – will now be played at Leederville Oval.
Optus Stadium CEO Mike McKenna announces plans to 'renovate' rather than replace surface due to concerns about turf
Optus Stadium CEO Mike McKenna has announced plans to “renovate” rather than replace the surface at Burswood Stadium amid ongoing concerns about the turf. A heavy downpour and back-to-back games in Perth over the weekend have put the surface in the spotlight again, with a large section of the north wing the biggest concern.
Optus Stadium groundsmen faced with task after storms; Rugby test leaves muddy pitch
All eyes will be on the pitch at Optus Stadium after torrential rain and a rugby test between Australia and South Africa that turned parts of the pitch to mud on Saturday night. As West Coast faces Carlton in its final home game of the season less than 24 hours after a convincing win over … Read more
Controversial turf at Allianz Stadium is being investigated
An investigation has been launched into the condition of the pitch at Allianz Stadium following a failure to properly drain water during Friday night's NRL match.
Optus Stadium staff are confident the pitch will stand the test of Wallabies and West Coast Eagles games despite heavy rain
Optus Stadium's pitch will be put to the test as it prepares for torrential rain and a double dose of international rugby and AFL action less than 18 hours apart. But stadium staff are confident that the pitch will withstand the double game on Saturday and Sunday despite the forecast rain.
Optus Stadium will host the first Test of the Australian international summer for the next three seasons
Perth will host the first Test in Australia's international cricket schedule for the next three years, including next summer's thrilling opening match of the Ashes against England. The West Australian has learned that confirmation of a three-year agreement is imminent, with the commitment to Perth as the first stop of the home season part of … Read more
Fremantle Dockers lose to Geelong Cats at Optus Stadium despite three goals from Caleb Serong
Fremantle's quest for a top-four finish has suffered another setback after the team once again let a lead slip in the final quarter to lose to Geelong at Optus Stadium.