O’Connor in Reds return, Hoopert earns Force debut
The Queensland Reds have stacked their bench with experience as James O'Connor and Tate McDermott return from injury and suspension to face the Rebels.
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Brattan firms for Sydney as Talay laments Lolley injury
Sydney FC coach Ufuk Talay has revealed the club's star winger Joe Lolley won't play again this season, in a hammer blow for the Sky Blues' title hopes.
Farnworth boost for Dolphins as ‘Hammer’ nears return
The Dolphins welcome back strike centre Herbie Farnworth from injury against Manly as back-rower Felise Kaufusi prepares to spend time at prop.
Titans adamant Fifita can win premiership on Gold Coast
David Fifita's contract saga is set to go to the final hour at Gold Coast, with the Titans adamant he need not head to Penrith to try and win a premiership.
Injury piles on Warriors’ woes amid winless run
Second-rower Kurt Capewell is set to miss three high-pressure fixtures for the Warriors, who hope to break a four-game winless run against the in-form Roosters.
Storm skipper Grant expects speedster Fa’alogo to shine
Harry Grant says young gun Sua Fa'alogo has worked hard learning from Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen to be ready for his first Storm start at fullback.
Blues raring to face close-game specialists Melbourne
Melbourne and Carlton have played out some tight games recently and are prepared for their latest AFL clash at the MCG to come down to the wire.
Star Aussie out of Paris Olympics with achilles injury
Star gymnast Georgia Godwin has suffered an achilles injury in training, ruling her out of the Paris Olympics in a major blow for the Australian women's team.
Waratahs dominate Wallaroos side for Pacific Four rugby
The NSW Waratahs have been rewarded for their Super Rugby Women's domination with nine players in Australia's starting side to face Canada in the Pacific Four.
Blues coach backs star forward ahead of Demons clash
Carlton gun Charlie Curnow has come under some scrutiny but coach Michael Voss says he's been nothing but impressed with the key forward.
Broncos’ Walsh to take ‘chill pill’, Gosiewski debuts
Reece Walsh mustn't try for too much too early against Parramatta, while the "time is not right" for Tristan Sailor to return for Brisbane, Kevin Walters says.
Fifita tells Chooks he’s in after knocking back Titans
David Fifita is set to join the Sydney Roosters in 2025 after deciding to tear up the last years of his Gold Coast deal and knock back an offer from Penrith.
Beveridge not feeling pressure at under-fire Bulldogs
Coach Luke Beveridge insists he's feeling love, not pressure, at the Western Bulldogs, while Richmond counterpart Adem Yze has expressed his support.
Suns defender Powell banned for homophobic slur
The AFL has suspended Gold Coast defender Wil Powell for five games for directing a "highly offensive" homophobic slur towards a Brisbane Lions opponent.
Luai sets the scene with ‘Penrith Bulldogs’ sledge
Jarome Luai believes the foundations of Penrith's success are already starting to show at Canterbury, with four ex-Panthers playing under Cameron Ciraldo.
Boom rookie Talagi wants to stay at Eels: coach Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur says highly rated rookie Blaize Talagi has laid out his future plans as he hits the open market for 2025.
Sydney can’t clock off to Mariners’ Fergie Time threat
Sydney FC ought to be wary of a Central Coast side who have made a habit of scoring late, says Mariners midfielder Max Balard.
Missing Victorian alpine campers murder trial begins
Twelve jurors and two substitutes have been tasked with deciding whether Greg Lynn is guilty or innocent of the murder of two campers in regional Victoria.
Why Ciraldo approves of Mahoney’s chirpy ways
Canterbury have made a pact not to be stood over by rivals this year, which is why Reed Mahoney's front-foot approach sits fine with coach Cameron Ciraldo.
Northern Territory steps up push for AFL licence
An AFL club could be ready playing at a new Darwin stadium in seven to 10 years, according to a strategic business case.
Walters, Bellamy talks fire Pangai’s NRL return quest
Tevita Pangai Jr will give up boxing and turn his attention to returning to the NRL after chats with leading coaches strengthened his conviction.
Rebels desperate to crack Reds to lock in Super finals
Currently in sixth place and with a rugged run home, Melbourne head to Brisbane needing a win over the Reds to shore up a maiden Super Rugby finals berth.
Bennett’s magic dust ‘could lift Souths to NRL title’
Hooker Damien Cook is adamant Wayne Bennett would be inheriting a squad ready to win a premiership if he returned to South Sydney in 2025.
Kambosos laps up awkward stare-down ahead of title bout
Even former heavyweight world champion Lucas Browne couldn't separate George Kambosos and Vasiliy Lomachenko during an awkward stare-down.
Darcy out for Dockers, Hardwick swings the axe at Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has made six changes for the Suns' clash with North Melbourne following last week's 34-point loss to the Brisbane Lions.
Tom Trbojevic injured as Dolphins secure comeback win
Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic has suffered a hamstring injury as Dolphins No.1 Trai Fuller starred in a sensational 30-24 comeback victory.
Manly preparing for up to eight weeks without Trbojevic
Manly expect their gun No.1 Tom Trbojevic to miss up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury, in a devastating blow for both the Sea Eagles and NSW.
Voss hopeful Carlton gun’s latest setback only minor
Unlucky midfielder Adam Cerra's latest hamstring injury was a sour note to Carlton's thrilling one-point win over Melbourne at the MCG.
Aussie women sink ‘only shot’ to qualify for Paris 3×3
Australia's 3x3 women's basketball team have spoken of their pride after qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning a qualification tournament in Japan.
Departing Wallabies lock eyes Super title with Brumbies
Wallabies lock Darcy Swain is hoping to go out with a bang and help lead the Brumbies to a Super Rugby Pacific title before joining the Western Force in 2025.
Australian men’s 4x100m team qualifies for Paris Games
Australia will be represented in both team sprint events at the Paris Olympics after a strong showing at the World Relays in the Bahamas.