Sport News Update, what you need to know

Sport News Update, what you need to know.

CRICKET - Young quick Josh Hazlewood has backed himself to play all six Tests this summer, rejecting claims from chairman of selectors Rod Marsh that he would need a rest during the three-Test series against the West Indies.

RUGBY LEAGUE - Gold Coast have set their sights on unwanted Canterbury centre Tim Lafai in the wake of star James Roberts' decision to walk out on the club - with Roberts heavily linked with a move to Brisbane.

SURFING - The battle for the men's world surfing title has been put on hold, with Pipeline Masters organisers forecasting big swell on Thursday for what is expected to be the opening day of competition.

ATHLETICS - Paralympic champion Oscar Pistorius has been released on bail, as he vowed to appeal against his murder conviction for shooting dead his girlfriend Reeva Steenkamp in 2013.

SOCCER - English Premier League giants Arsenal are reportedly set play two matches in Sydney in 2017, for what would be the Gunners' first trip Down Under since 1977.


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