Bulldogs tie down key forward to new deal
Bailey Hayward has signed a new two-year deal with Canterbury as a showing of faith in the man likely to become the Bulldogs' long-term hooker.
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They smacked us in the face: Crows reset after scare
Adelaide forward Izak Rankine says the ladder-leading Crows must rapidly recover from copping a 'smack in the face' from lowly West Coast.
Storm gun has point to prove with Panthers on the prowl
Ahead of their NRL grand final rematch, Melbourne's Stefano Utoikamanu is hopeful of getting Nelson Asofa-Solomona back to help halt Penrith's winning run.
How a small town is turning into an NRL breeding ground
Gerringong is a town more than 140km south of Sydney, but it may have produced its next famous rugby league name.
Walker’s on for Roosters, Marky Mark his words
Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker has returned from injury to ignite a finals charge after the prospect of playing with a former Wallaby inspired his recovery.
Star Swan ruled out of clash with Cats after head knock
Star ruck Brodie Grundy will miss at least one week of AFL action, as one of two Sydney stars to suffer injuries in their thrilling win over Brisbane.
Walters set for Broncos halves as history repeats
Billy Walters is on the cusp of following in his illustrious father's footsteps and wearing the famous No.6 jersey against the Dolphins.
Another big name out of Demons’ AFL coaching race
Two days after John Longmire ruled himself out of applying for Melbourne's vacant head coach role, another big-name candidate has also opted out of the race.
Season seems over early for Cowboys hit man Coen Hess
North Queensland enforcer Coen Hess looks to have played his last game of the NRL season after being handed a three-match ban.
Kiwi ace re-signs as Giant makes a Super move for love
Two international netball stars have locked in their futures, with Diamond Jamie-Lee Price in Melbourne and Kiwi Grace Nweke recommitting to the NSW Swifts.
Christchurch to stage Super Round in stadium opener
Rugby's Super Round will return and officially launch Christchurch's new, 25,000-seat roofed stadium in a three-day event that spans Anzac Day.
Magpie great to play on, ruck star signs fresh deal
A Collingwood legend will extend his decorated career, while the Pies have also locked in a key big man on a fresh three-year contract.
Giant slays Demon, but Walton stuns former world No.1
Alex de Minaur's US Open preparations have taken a surprise hit, but compatriot Adam Walton has toppled a former world No.1 at the Cincinnati Open.
Atlas in arms, Kerr set for Dragons with heart full
Dolphins prop Josh Kerr left St George Illawarra a boy but will return in 2026 a man, a better player and a proud father as he opens up on his move.
Injury seemingly cruels Caslick’s Wallaroos Cup dream
Charlotte Caslick's ankle will not heal in time for the superstar sevens convert to feature in the Wallaroos' Rugby World Cup pool stage as first hoped.
Health the key as Crows plot deep finals run
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks will consider resting some of his older players if he feels it will help them avoid carrying a niggle into the finals.
Cronulla star set for long ban as Dolphins’ woes mount
Cronulla's push for a top four spot has taken a hit with Briton Nikora facing a three-match ban as the Dolphins prepare to lose another prop to suspension.
David and Hazlewood shine as Australia sink Proteas
Tim David starred with the bat and Josh Hazlewood with the ball as Australia won the first Twenty20 international against South Africa in Darwin.
Moses field goal sinks Cowboys in NRL thriller
Josh Addo-Carr grabbed a try double before Mitchell Moses kicked a match-clinching field goal as Parramatta pipped North Queensland 19-18.
‘One of the best’ – Bulldogs hold off spirited Demons
Melbourne were spirited in their first AFL game since Simon Goodwin's sacking but suffered a six-point loss to the finals-hunting Western Bulldogs.
Star Giants forward no certainty to return
GWS have cruised to a 54-point win over struggling North Melbourne in Canberra, but could be without gun forward Jesse Hogan for another week.
Roosters roll on in NRLW as Broncos receive a big scare
Brisbane's Romy Teitzel scored 16 points to lead the NRLW season points-scorers list as her team battled to beat Canberra while Sydney Roosters stay unbeaten.
Mitchell stars on return as Souths hold out Titans
South Sydney went a long way towards avoiding the wooden spoon after Latrell Mitchell shone in a 20-18 win over Gold Coast.
‘We take ownership’: Cripps addresses Blues’ tough year
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps believes the energy within the club has turned around, praising the Blues' decision to back in coach Michael Voss.
Titans respond as captain Tino prepares to test market
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is set to test the market for 2027 and will speak with Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga when the time is right.
Smith questioned by police, released to play for Souths
South Sydney star Brandon Smith was interviewed by police and let go on arrival on the Gold Coast before taking his place in the team to play the Titans.
‘New Jamie Whincup’ arrives with thrilling Ipswich win
Supercars championship leader Broc Feeney held his nerve after pit lane chaos to prevail over Cam Waters and claim a second victory in Ipswich.
Soaring Dockers warned: ‘Don’t get caught in the hype’
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is urging his players to not get caught in the hype of rising into the AFL's top four.
‘Shoosh!’: Leniu adds vim to villainy after sin bin
Sydney Roosters props Spencer Leniu and Naufahu Whyte showed real character after being sin-binned, going on to inspire a thrashing of the Dolphins.
Swans count costs of ‘massive’ Lions boilover
All-Australian ruck contender Brodie Grundy was left groggy after Sydney outplayed Brisbane to continue their impressive late-season form.
Gold Coast closing in on maiden AFL finals berth
Gold Coast can almost lock in a maiden finals berth, but coach Damien Hardwick is refusing to look ahead to September just yet.