Fit Lynagh’s time to ‘get out there and boss’ in return
Tom Lynagh will return for the Queensland Reds in a pre-season fixture days after teammate and fellow Wallabies flyhalf Carter Gordon broke his leg.
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Pole position: Dolphins gun puts contract talks on hold
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth is in no rush to sign his next deal because he wants to win the title first and get his six training poles prep' done.
Experienced forward signs on with Collingwood
With Jamie Elliott sidelined until the middle of next season, veteran Collingwood forward Tim Membrey has committed to playing on next year.
It’s all in the timing as Bailey deal livens up Lions
Cam Rayner isn't sure if he meant it, but admits the timing of Zac Bailey's Lions contract extension was perfect ahead of an AFL semi-final against the Crows.
‘Silly’ not to deliver in finals for Roosters, says DCE
Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters for a reason, and the veteran is ready to deliver "this club that feeling of winning a premiership".
Don King threat has Opetaia’s Vegas fight on ropes
Australian champion Jai Opetaia is getting use to legal dramas as he forges a path towards a potential undisputed world title blockbuster next May.
‘Worse off’: BBL sales slammed by Cricket NSW
Cricket Australia's decision to open up the Big Bash League to privatisation could lead to the sport being "worse off", according to Cricket NSW.
‘Ride wave like 2017’: Cowboys gun predicts finals run
North Queensland centre Jaxon Purdue insists being written off in the finals sits just fine with the team as they aim to go one better than the 2017 side.
Smith vows to repay Rabbitohs for their faith in him
South Sydney hooker Brandon Smith has opened up about his ongoing drugs case, vowing to repay the Rabbitohs for supporting him.
Ruck row: PVL breaks bread with riled up players’ union
NRL supremo Peter V'landys and players' union boss Clint Newton have hit reset about set restarts after the former's frank claim about "not telling the truth".
Socceroo Volpato learns fate over failed cocaine test
Cristian Volpato has been fined by police for testing positive for cocaine while driving, with Football Australia now facing a big call on the Socceroos star.
Knight’s Sharpe rise from hospital bed to NRL finals
Fletcher Sharpe started the NRL pre-season down on fitness after being confined to bed after organ damage. Now he's a key man in Newcastle's finals charge.
‘A good local member’: PM defends campaign grant funds
Labor has dismissed claims of conflicts of interest over a $560 million grant scheme to fulfil election promises as the crossbench pushes for more transparency.
Where to now as Smith, LIV stars owed millions
Cam Smith could find another career path on his return to St Andrews, with millions owed to him as LIV Golf seeks bankruptcy protection and plots its next move.
Why Australia believe Smith can thrive in South Africa
Australia's players are adamant crowd abuse won't faze them in South Africa as they return for the first Test series there since "sandpaper-gate" in 2018.
‘He’s looking down’: Fifita determined to do dad proud
South Sydney David Fifita has opened up about losing his father and how it is driving him to return to his best football again.
Cleary sight: Cronk has Dolphins No.7 running to glory
The example of Nathan Cleary and the wisdom of legendary halfback Cooper Cronk have given Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa inspiration ahead of the finals.
Old Cowboy gives Cotter biggest win at NRL judiciary
A former North Queensland under-20s player has had his greatest moment for the club, acting as Reuben Cotter's lawyer to clear the lock to play in the finals.
What Sharks players think about coach’s monitor mauling
Craig Fitzgibbon went viral when he belted a monitor screen in his box and Cronulla players are feeling their coach's frustration.
‘Elites’: Olympic rowing site critics cop premier blast
A premier has hit back at critics of the proposed 2032 rowing venue for the Brisbane Olympics, accusing them of not wanting the event held in a regional area.
Home truths that set rising Knights star free
Newcastle wrecking-ball Francis Manuleleua was struggling for game time part of the way through 2026 before being told to lose weight and fix his work ethic.
Why Socceroos coach has no regrets about shootout calls
Coach Tony Popovic claims even with hindsight he would still substitute Maty Ryan on for Australia's penalty shootout defeat to Egypt at the World Cup.
‘Turned the corner’: how Latrell feared season was over
South Sydney came close to losing Latrell Mitchell to injury for the season, but now he's firing on all cylinders in time for the NRL finals.
Money isn’t everything: Penrith star’s big future hint
Penrith star Liam Martin has revealed he could forego more money elsewhere to stay at the Panthers, as he weighs up his future beyond the end of 2027.
‘New levels’: Pacific to reap rewards from MCG NFL game
Star LA Rams receiver Puka Nacua has outlined how the NFL's first regular-season game in Australia will benefit the Pacific community.
‘Pretty easy’: inside CA’s plan to defend Test summer
With private money set to roll into the Big Bash League, Cricket Australia plans to safeguard the Test schedule against new owners.
‘Rapt’: Lions star Bailey explains contract decision
Brisbane Lions star Zac Bailey has turned down a monster offer from Adelaide to re-sign with the dual reigning premiers until the end of 2034.
Cats’ star trio ready to fire as midfielder ruled out
Geelong have dispelled fears over Jeremy Cameron, Max Holmes and Patrick Dangerfield ahead of their knockout semi-final against Fremantle in Perth.
Penrith’s ‘mongrel’ takes lead on coaching feedback
Mitch Kenny has returned from a lengthy lay-off with a new perspective on rugby league after becoming a de facto member of Penrith's coaching staff.
Lions cop blast on chin, hunger remains: Dunkley
Noah Answerth wore a moon boot at training as the Lions, set to host Adelaide in an AFL semi-final, prepared their response to a lacklustre Sydney showing.
Why the Roosters want NRL’s No.1 villain red lining
Spencer Leniu takes no prisoners each time he steps on the field and the Roosters want the prop to bring the fire for their NRL finals encounter with Penrith.