Ablett’s wise words give young Cat confidence
Geelong wingman Ollie Dempsey will lean on mentor Gary Ablett's advice when he lines up on a wing in the grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
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Be like Mike: Tyson clips pump up Panthers enforcer
Moses Leota is the prop tasked with halting Brisbane star Payne Haas in the middle, and he'll do so with the help of the baddest man on the planet.
Cats’ dynamic duo set to deliver on big stage
Max Holmes will play his first grand final three years after he was Geelong's heartbreak story and he and midfield partner Bailey Smith will be pivotal.
Wallabies true believers they can end Bledisloe drought
The Wallabies are saying 'why not' as they look to snap a 39-year drought in Auckland and give themselves a shot at lifting the Bledisloe Cup trophy again.
‘A huge shock’: champion paddler Fox on surgery
Australia's star paddler Jessica Fox says having surgery and being forced out of a world championships on her home course was a huge shock.
Dangerfield heroics excite reliable Lion for GF clash
Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley looms as the man to take on Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield on grand-final day and he relishes the challenge ahead.
Lions would be ‘mad’ not to pick Neale in grand final
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes the Lions would have been "mad" not to pick Lachie Neale for the grand final after his speedy recovery from a calf injury.
‘Net negative’: Cats’ take on GF player availability
Finding a way to cover for Tom Stewart shapes as the biggest grand final conundrum for Geelong coach Chris Scott.
Penrith’s new Brandy ready for crack at second title
Paul Alamoti carries the same nickname as Penrith great Greg Alexander, and the Panthers winger now has a reputation for standing up in big games to match.
Lions to play for injured ‘heartbeat’ in grand final
Brisbane stars Josh Dunkley and Will Ashcroft have hailed the courage of injured midfielder Jarrod Berry in ruling himself out of the AFL grand final.
The ‘larrikin’ leading an era of Brisbane Lions success
He might give off "dad" vibes, but Brisbane Lions co-captain Harris Andrews leads with a perfect mix of humour and seriousness.
Interesting that experts dismiss us: Sharks’ Penitani
Captain Tiana Penitani is unperturbed by critics dismissing Cronulla's NRLW premiership chances ahead of the semi-final against the Sydney Roosters.
Brisbane Broncos must fill Carrigan void or perish
Brisbane's forward pack have been put on notice to do their jobs and a bit more against Penrith in the preliminary final to cover the absence of Pat Carrigan.
Age not a barrier for AFL grand-final veterans
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield and Brisbane's Dayne Zorko are in their mid-30s but are among the key players in Saturday's AFL grand final.
Wild island league helps Sharks’ little guy Iro aim big
Getting knocked around by men as a teenager in the Cook Islands, lightweight Cronulla centre KL Iro loves the challenge of cutting his opponents down to size.
Livewire Lohmann finds roar as leader of Lions’ cubs
Darcy Wilmot, who has played 82 consecutive games since debuting in the 2023 AFL finals series, is pumped that Kai Lohmann's got his strut back.
NRL ace pulls out of Ashes duel in blow for England
Roosters ace Victor Radley has now pulled out of England's bid to win the rugby league Ashes following his recent ban by the Sydney club.
Doyle sparks ‘significant’ United blitz in NBL thumping
American import Milton Doyle has fired as Melbourne United blew away local rivals South East Melbourne in the final quarter of their NBL derby.
‘Exceptional’ Munster, Dearden clinch Maroons awards
Queensland captain Cameron Munster's emotional heroics in the State of Origin decider clinched him a favourite gong as star half Tom Dearden was also rewarded.
Broncos’ NRLW star takes aim at Knights fans
Ali Brigginshaw is grateful that Brisbane's NRLW semi-final against Newcastle will be played at Suncorp Stadium and not at the Knights' home ground.
Adelaide terminate drug-tainted NBL drawcard’s contract
The Adelaide 36ers have terminated Montrezl Harrell's NBL contract as the American drawcard serves a provisional drugs ban from a positive test in China.
Kenny’s last dance as Bromwich duo reunite on tools
Kenny Bromwich will play the Queensland Cup grand final for Norths Devils before working with his brother Jesse in the carpentry trade after a great career.
James O’Connor zooms in for Slipper’s big day
Wallabies prop James Slipper will notch an important milestone against New Zealand on Saturday, while a globetrotting James O'Connor will start at flyhalf.
Selwood steps away from AFL after heartbreaking year
Magpies assistant Scott Selwood says he will spend time travelling and exploring other opportunities in 2026 after losing two of his brothers this year.
How lucky Lion rallied for shot at flag after 2024 pain
Brisbane had three fan favourites miss the 2024 grand final because of knee injuries. Darcy Gardiner knows how lucky he is to be the only one tackling Geelong.
‘Unusual’ stat Sharks will own with grand-final berth
If Cronulla beat Melbourne at AAMI Park, they'll become the first team in 20 years to make it to the NRL grand final without any State of Origin players.
Sea Eagles boost forward stocks with Moale signing
Manly are investigating the possibility of bringing Davvy Moale over early after signing the Souths prop on a three-year deal that currently starts in 2027.
Storm back star to deliver with grand final on offer
Craig Bellamy says he's seen enough from Jahrome Hughes to be convinced the halfback is ready to fire in Melbourne's grand final qualifier against Cronulla.
Birth of the Broncos whiz kid: moment Walsh became No.1
A stunning Grade 10 display launched Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's career, but he has also made key changes to his approach ahead of the preliminary final.
Spoon to NRL title? How ex-Tiger has evolved at Penrith
Versatile forward Isaiah Papali'i has opened up about an ill-fated stint at Wests Tigers and what has changed in his first season at NRL powerhouse Penrith.
Lions star picked for grand final, Cats summon ruckman
The Brisbane Lions' Lachie Neale has won his race to overcome injury and play in the AFL grand final against a Geelong side to feature ruckman Rhys Stanley.