‘Turned the corner’: how Latrell feared season was over
South Sydney came close to losing Latrell Mitchell to injury for the season, but now he's firing on all cylinders in time for the NRL finals.
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Money isn’t everything: Penrith star’s big future hint
Penrith star Liam Martin has revealed he could forego more money elsewhere to stay at the Panthers, as he weighs up his future beyond the end of 2027.
‘New levels’: Pacific to reap rewards from MCG NFL game
Star LA Rams receiver Puka Nacua has outlined how the NFL's first regular-season game in Australia will benefit the Pacific community.
‘Pretty easy’: inside CA’s plan to defend Test summer
With private money set to roll into the Big Bash League, Cricket Australia plans to safeguard the Test schedule against new owners.
‘Rapt’: Lions star Bailey explains contract decision
Brisbane Lions star Zac Bailey has turned down a monster offer from Adelaide to re-sign with the dual reigning premiers until the end of 2034.
Cats’ star trio ready to fire as midfielder ruled out
Geelong have dispelled fears over Jeremy Cameron, Max Holmes and Patrick Dangerfield ahead of their knockout semi-final against Fremantle in Perth.
Penrith’s ‘mongrel’ takes lead on coaching feedback
Mitch Kenny has returned from a lengthy lay-off with a new perspective on rugby league after becoming a de facto member of Penrith's coaching staff.
Lions cop blast on chin, hunger remains: Dunkley
Noah Answerth wore a moon boot at training as the Lions, set to host Adelaide in an AFL semi-final, prepared their response to a lacklustre Sydney showing.
Why the Roosters want NRL’s No.1 villain red lining
Spencer Leniu takes no prisoners each time he steps on the field and the Roosters want the prop to bring the fire for their NRL finals encounter with Penrith.
The Brisbane Lions nuffy who became a key Crow
An Adelaide Crows stalwart has fond memories of the Brisbane Lions and their home ground, the Gabba.
Life changer: Max moment set dynamo Dolphin on NRL path
In hindsight, Dolphins star Max Plath seemed destined for NRL success but his journey to the top kicked off with a classic display when under Brisbane's noses.
NRL to move Warriors out of home if they host prelim
The Warriors have been told they are unlikely to host a preliminary final at Mt Smart, with Peter V'landy's 90 per cent sure the game would be at Eden Park.
A bit ‘unfair’: Sharks players unhappy over finals call
NRL boss Peter V'landys says many Cronulla fans wanted the club's first final played at Allianz Stadium, but prop Addin Fonua-Blake says the move is unfair.
‘Can’t keep a good man down’: Cats back winged star
Geelong star Jeremy Cameron is still hampered by his injured arm but teammate Mark Blicavs believes the forward can have a finals impact from the wing.
‘Big marker’: Perkins warns on Brisbane Olympic sports
Australian Sports Commission boss Kieren Perkins says the Olympics faces a big moment around decisions on the program for the Brisbane Games.
Finals heartbreak for Mills as Swans learn bad news
Already understrength, embattled AFL club Sydney will again pursue a premiership without defender Callum Mills after scans confirmed the captain's injury.
Gilbert gets ‘nice reward’ after almost giving NRL away
Dolphins co-captain Tom Gilbert was thinking of his son and his teammates when he almost quit the NRL, but he persevered and will now make club history.
Travers’ stellar start catches eye of United teammates
Import Josh Oduro has given returning Australian Luke Travers his tick of approval following a statement showing at the pre-season Blitz tournament.
49ers coach backflips on view of Melbourne trip
Initially put off by the prospect of flying around the world for an NFL season opener, San Francisco coach Kyle Shanahan is now on board.
‘We always believed’: Crows on breakthrough finals win
Adelaide's Darcy Fogarty says the Crows always believed they could perform in finals as they switch focus to playing reigning premiers Brisbane in a semi-final.
‘I don’t buy that’: NRL boss dismisses player confusion
Captains from finals clubs say they aren't entirely clear around set restarts and what ruck speed NRL referees want. Peter V'landys doesn't believe them.
Swans culture rebuild ‘actually beautiful’: AFLW team
Sydney star Cynthia Hamilton believes continued support across the AFL and AFLW is a testament to the Bloods culture, believing the club is tighter than before.
Cowboys to roll dice on Cotter at judiciary
North Queensland will challenge co-captain Reuben Cotter's grade two careless high tackle charge at the judiciary.
Fresh Gordon blow as Wallabies aim up for Boks Test
The Wallabies' playmaking stocks have taken a hit, with Carter Gordon's leg injury likely ruling him out of a clash with South Africa and the Bledisloe Cup.
‘Shattered’: Luckless Bunny’s finals blow
Euan Aitken's quest to play his first finals game since 2015 will roll into next year after South Sydney ruled the forward out for the rest of the year.
‘Confident’ selectors back Labuschagne for South Africa
Marnus Labuschagne has been retained in Australia's Test squad for the three-Test series in South Africa despite a string of middling returns with the bat.
Why Penrith duo’s comebacks have Nathan Cleary excited
Mitch Kenny and Isaah Yeo are back at the right time and their impact in the finals will be invaluable to Penrith's premiership tilt, Nathan Cleary says.
Antonelli grabs historic Italian GP win; Piastri fifth
Home driver Kimi Antonelli has claimed a stunning win at the F1 Italian Grand Prix after Charles Leclerc earlier crashed vying with Australia's Oscar Piastri.
Re-United Travers stars as Melbourne blitz NBL rivals
Melbourne United have sent a warning shot to their NBL rivals by winning the Blitz tournament, despite missing two of their star signings.
NRL axes Shark Park for 2026 finals series
The NRL has announced its draw for the first week of the finals series, with three games to be played in Sydney and one in Auckland.
NRL minor premiership a major achievement for Panthers
Penrith have claimed the NRL's minor premiership by beating Wests Tigers to lock in a week-one finals clash with the Roosters.