Melbourne lost their self-belief in the final days under Simon Goodwin last season but have rediscovered that confidence with new coach Steven King at the helm.
Nathan Lyon is on track to return from injury for Australia's next Test in August, but chief selector George Bailey admits big blocks of games may be difficult.
Former NRL star Zac Lomax is ready to go after being named on the bench for the Western Force's Super Rugby clash with the Queensland Reds in Brisbane.
Barely three weeks after switching codes, Zac Lomax will make a sensational rugby union debut, with the Western Force declaring him “ready to go” in his new sport.
Australia’s Cooper Connolly has made a grand entrance to the Indian Premier League, marking his debut with an unbeaten half-century in Punjab Kings’ three-wicket win over Gujarat Titans.