Poppy Penny

Following the lead of the IPL there was big money on show at the inaugural Women’s Premier League auction with Aussie all-rounder Ashleigh Gardner, going for more than half a million dollars. 15-years ago, the IPL changed the way people thought about domestic T20 cricket in the men’s game, so now all eyes are on the WPL to do the same. With big names, big money, and a big broadcast deal the WPL is set to bring the women’s game to more people in more places. Poppy Penny speaks to Tracey Holmes…

Oscar Piastri is Australia's newest Formula 1 poster boy after his maiden podium in Japan. We chat to the man himself about the highs and lows of his rookie season and what he misses most when he's away from home. Plus, there's a top of the table clash in the AFLW and we reveal what Liverpool and the Adelaide Crows have in common.  Featured: Oscar Piastri, Formula 1 driver, McLaren <a href=https://www.abc.net.au/connect>Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter</a>

After the worst year of her professional career, Saya Sakakibara came back for her best.

Oscar Piastri is Australia's newest Formula 1 poster boy after his maiden podium in Japan. We chat to the man himself about the highs and lows of his rookie season and what he misses most when he's away from home.  Featured: Oscar Piastri, Formula 1 driver, McLaren Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Jess Hull's silver medal was one of the best Australian moments at the Paris Olympics. She joins us to talk about her Paris experience, the different ways her parents contributed to her growth and how her belief evolved in a stellar 2024.  Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Incoming CA Chief Executive Todd Greenberg is about to get busy. He's going to try to fix cricket's financial struggles, get along with India, ensure our national teams stay competitive and consider how to improve the T20 leagues. How will he do that? We asked him. Featured: Todd Greenberg, CEO Cricket Australia.  Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

With the summer of tennis just around the corner, there are plenty of storylines to dig into. The breakthrough seasons from Australians like Alex de Minaur, Olivia Gadecki and Alexei Popyrin. The doping sagas around Iga Świątek and Jannik Sinner, and can Novak Djokovic win his 25th Grand Slam, proving to the next generation that he's still got it? Add to all of that the long awaited return of Nick Kyrgios and there is a lot to get excited about.  Featured: John Millman, former ATP player and ABC Tennis Podcast host Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

Madison Keys might be the best story at the Australian Open so far. Can she finish the job against Aryna Sabalenka? We ask Casey Dellacqua. We recap Australia's W-Ashes victory and unpack why England are in a huff. Plus, our favourite fire-up speech of the year so far. Featured: Casey Dellacqua, ex-WTA player. Michelle Goszko, former Australia cricketer. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

We now know where the RWC games are being played, but we don’t know who will coach the Wallabies. How much longer before we learn about Joe Schmidt’s future? Josh Inglis is a vibe, but his parents might be even better. Alana King is a cricket queen and Tiger Woods has made his mum a guarantee. Featured: Iain Payten, rugby journalist, Sydney Morning Herald. Tom Wilson, cricket reporter, Channel Seven. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter