‘He’ll put his hand up’: Lions cub to fill massive void
Brisbane's Rising Star contender Levi Ashcroft is tipped to take on the challenge of filling the void caused by dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale's injury.
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Why finals rival is happy NRL backflipped on Hynes ban
The NRL wiped Nicho Hynes' suspension ahead of the finals but their unprecedented move hasn't fazed his rivals at the Sydney Roosters.
How star Panther copes with ‘disappointing’ errors
One of Penrith's key backs admits it's "disappointing" to hit the NRL finals series with errors creeping into his game, but he has a strategy to fix the slump.
Broncos gun recalled, Walsh cleared after injury scare
Gehamat Shibasaki will return at centre for Brisbane against Canberra with captain Adam Reynolds to miss the clash, as Reece Walsh had another drama.
Critics be damned: Konstas makes key tweak before Ashes
Sam Konstas heads to India oblivious to outside noise and criticism as he ditches social media and confirms his determination to play his way with no regrets.
Star ruckman cites injury woes for quitting Essendon
Ruckman Sam Draper has officially walked out on Essendon, with the 26-year-old tipped to join Brisbane next season.
Postecoglou confirmed as Forest’s new manager
After Nottingham Forest's sacking of Nuno Espirito Santo, Australia's Ange Postecoglou has been confirmed as the club's new manager.
‘We need him’: Kikau urges Mahoney to rise to challenge
Canterbury forward enforcer Viliame Kikau is among Bulldogs identities urging a departing and possibly disgruntled Bulldogs teammate to fire up for the finals.
No playing time guarantees for emerging Socceroos
Socceroos coach Tony Popovic has cast the net wider in choosing his squad for games against New Zealand but that doesn't mean he will be handing out caps.
AFL coaches unconvinced on merits of last disposal rule
AFL football performance boss Greg Swann is set to recommend a 'last disposal' rule to the AFL Commission but coaches aren't sure the change is necessary.
Mitchell braces for tough call if Hawks reach decider
Calsher Dear is out of Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide with a hamstring injury but the key forward could yet return to play a role in the AFL finals.
Gould, Ciraldo ink huge Dogs deals, eye Crichton boost
Canterbury are closing in on a new deal for captain Stephen Crichton after extending the contracts of Cameron Ciraldo and Phil Gould until 2031.
Hawks face finals shake-up with key forward ruled out
Mitch Lewis kicked four goals in the VFL and could be recalled for Hawthorn's semi-final against Adelaide after Calsher Dear was ruled out.
Dolphins star to miss Pacific Cup with knee injury
Dolphins try-scoring machine Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow will miss the Pacific Championships with Samoa after scans revealed a serious MCL injury.
Broncos forward joins Manly on four-year deal
Brisbane warrior Kobe Hetherington has signed with Manly from next year until the end of 2029 and his manager has revealed why.
NRL open to another Sunday shift in finals schedule
The NRL have moved a week-two semi-final to a Sunday for the first time since 2007, and a day-time preliminary final in week three remains a possibility.
Initial AFL rejection still driving Hawks gun
Jai Newcombe was overlooked by every AFL club before Hawthorn took a punt on him in the mid-season draft, and the move is paying serious dividends.
‘Thank God’: Hawks forward winning confidence battle
One of the heroes of Hawthorn's elimination final win over GWS has spoken candidly of his struggles with self-confidence.
Pressure is a privilege: Walsh targets Broncos legacy
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has opened up on the mindset that is driving his career-best form on the field and when no-one else is watching.
Bulldog reveals six-week mould infestation battle
Canterbury's Max King has lifted the lid on how a mould infestation at home affected his physical state as the prop looks to lead the Bulldogs' finals charge.
Popovic expects more ‘confident and positive’ Socceroos
Tony Popovic wasn't satisfied with the Socceroos' 1-0 win over New Zealand but has reason to expect a better performance in their second match.
Giants pair eye exit door after finals heartbreak
GWS pair Leek Aleer and Jacob Wehr are set to depart the club following the Giants' tough elimination final loss to Hawthorn.
Wallabies playmaker gets concussion test green light
Wallabies No.10 Tom Lynagh has passed further concussion testing but is still being monitored for an injury issue before the second clash with Argentina.
Sleep-deprived Hynes’ relief as ‘common sense’ prevails
Cronulla star Nicho Hynes has spoken of his difficult 24 hours before the NRL dramatically rescinded a ban that would have ruled him out of finals week one.
History looms: teams outside top four make title case
The four teams in the bottom half of the top eight have declared they can make a run for the title, in what shapes as an unpredictable NRL finals series.
‘No regrets’ as Brown prepares to join wooden spooners
Dylan Brown insists he has no regrets about his highly-anticipated move to Newcastle, who collected the wooden spoon in his last game as an Eel.
Enforcer Papalii in doubt for Raiders’ finals clash
Veteran prop Josh Papalii has suffered an injury at the worst possible time as Canberra prepare for their NRL finals campaign.
Reynolds reveals fitness hopes as Raiders target Walsh
Adam Reynolds has lifted the lid on his fitness struggles as the halfback revealed his chances of lining up in Brisbane's qualifying final clash with Canberra.
Raiders stars saved ‘Big Red’ from clutches of Broncos
Canberra forward Corey Horsburgh could have been lining up for Brisbane this week if not for the intervention of forward guns Joseph Tapine and Josh Papalii.
Alcaraz crushes Sinner for second US Open
Spanish sensation Carlos Alcaraz has won his second US Open and sixth grand slam with a four-set win over Italian rival Jannik Sinner.
‘Rips your heart out’: Dockers reveal misery over Fyfe
Fremantle players were left crushed after their one-point loss to Gold Coast officially ended the glittering career of Nat Fyfe.