Rain, schedule and flights conspire against Skelton
Will Skelton says he wanted to play in Australia's Bledisloe Cup opener against New Zealand, but a series of logistical hurdles denied him the chance.
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Lions’ Ashcroft named AFL player of the finals
Brisbane Lions midfielder Will Ashcroft has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring throughout September for the premiers.
Reynolds ready to be hoodoo guru for Broncos in decider
Adam Reynolds says Melbourne's long-term dominance of Brisbane won't be a grand final factor as he eyes more magic moments to break a 19-year title drought.
A gift: Broncos fire back at Stefano’s arrogance claim
Brisbane players have noted Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu's not-so-subtle dig at them and have responded with a warning as a grand final feud erupts.
Penrith’s 1463 days at the top may never be matched
Penrith's premiership run is over after four straight titles, but their feat in the salary-cap era of the NRL could take lifetimes to chase down.
‘Emotional roller-coaster’ amid Bronco Broughton’s exit
Ahead of the NRLW grand final, Brisbane five-eighth Gayle Broughton has opened up on her impending move to the Warriors.
Storm half Hughes right at home in quiet GF build-up
Melbourne star Jahrome Hughes is relishing a grand final build-up relatively free from distraction after being overlooked for a Dally M Awards invite.
Storm enforcer puts target on ‘stuck up’ Broncos
Storm prop Stefano Utoikamanu has promised the NRL grand final will have fireworks from the kick-off as he attempts to make his mark on the big stage.
Broncos get grand final boost as ‘tractor’ avoids ban
Brisbane's pack will be at full strength for the NRL grand final, after prop Xavier Willison avoided a ban for a cannonball tackle against Penrith.
Europe prevails over the US in tense Ryder Cup battle
Europe have retained the Ryder Cup after holding off a dramatic fightback from the United States at Bethpage Black.
‘Huge call’ to rub Sorensen out of prelim: Cleary
Penrith were forced to play almost the whole NRL preliminary final with one less man, despite Scott Sorensen passing a mid-game head injury assessment.
‘Little apprentice’ Walsh in awe of ice-cool Reynolds
An awe-struck Reece Walsh has opened up on the decision to rescind goal-kicking duties to Adam Reynolds in the last minutes of Brisbane's grand final qualifier.
Cotton scores 39 in club debut as 36ers down Brisbane
Adelaide fans are set to be spoilt this season after Bryce Cotton starred for his new team, leading the 36ers to a seven-point win over the Brisbane Bullets.
‘What’s over?’: Panthers insist dynasty not dead
Penrith insist their NRL dynasty is not over, despite a charmed run of premierships coming to an end in their preliminary final loss to Brisbane.
Lions’ tougher road to sequel as AFL dynasty beckons
After taking over the Brisbane Lions at rock bottom, Chris Fagan has built a team that now sits on the verge of AFL immortality.
Broncos stun Panthers with Reynolds redemption
Brisbane have produced a remarkable second-half comeback against Penrith to advance to the NRL grand final.
Anderson shines as Lions make it a perfect weekend
Brisbane have piled on the final six goals against Richmond to ensure a weekend that started with an AFL premiership ended with an AFLW victory.
Taipans bare their fangs to dethrone wayward Kings
The Sydney Kings were ice-cold from three-point range in their first game of the NBL season, going down to the Cairns Taipans by three points at home
Crows fly past Swans to toast Marinoff’s milestone
Ebony Marinoff has played a starring role in her record 100th AFLW game as Adelaide shook off a plucky Sydney side in the final quarter to claim victory.
Broncos gallop into NRLW grand final date with Roosters
Brisbane have progressed to their first NRLW grand final since 2020 after thrashing Newcastle in the second preliminary final at Suncorp Stadium.
Cameron’s flag fire sparked by basketball great
Brisbane goal-sneak Charlie Cameron endured form fluctuations throughout 2025 but saved his best for last in a crucial grand final contribution.
No shouting about it but Storm star in miracle return
While his voice remains a raspy whisper, Shawn Blore is thankful to be playing in another grand final with the Storm gun recovering from a fractured larynx.
Lion Ah Chee likely bows out as dual flag hero
Ahead of an expected move to Adelaide next year, Callum Ah Chee had a second-straight outstanding performance in a Brisbane Lions grand final win.
Frustrated Wallabies coach says Bledisloe loss ‘on us’
While frustrated by some refereeing calls, coach Joe Schmidt says the Wallabies need to improve across the board in the second Bledisloe Cup Test in Perth.
Titans add veteran to new-look coaching staff
NRL strugglers Gold Coast have appointed the most successful Super League coach in history as right-hand man to incoming coach Josh Hannay.
Jeered champion Lion happy to play up to villain tag
Brisbane Lions forward Cam Rayner was jeered relentlessly by Geelong fans in the grand final but enjoyed every moment on his way to a second AFL premiership.
‘Pretty similar’: Panthers climbing Everest again
Penrith adopted the theme "Climbing Everest" as motivation in the 2021 finals series, and are finding themselves scaling the mountain again four years later.
‘Better than last year’: Fagan hails Lions’ premiership
Brisbane's second premiership has topped their 2024 triumph, according to coach Chris Fagan, and there could be more flags to come.
‘Forks in the road’: flat Cats keen to reload again
Chris Scott would rather have stayed in bed the morning after their grand final loss, but has praised Cats fans and urged them to stick with the club.
Ice queen Kelleher out to seal unbeaten Roosters year
She starred to put the Sydney Roosters into the grand final and now Jocelyn Kelleher wants her side to complete an NRLW double along with an undefeated season.
Europe close in on Ryder Cup glory after fiery day
Europe have one hand on the Ryder Cup with a stunning performance on an ill-tempered second day of competition at Bethpage Black.