‘Less about Max’: Grundy stars in ruck battle with Gawn
Brodie Grundy left no prisoners in his reunion with Melbourne, getting one over Max Gawn and starring in Sydney's opening-round 22-point victory.
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Young to avoid ban over late shot on Ponga
They lack star power but Ricky Stuart is banking on his Canberra side of unlikely lads to give the Raiders a sniff in the NRL this season.
Kumuls captain wants Bennett to coach PNG NRL team
PNG captain Kyle Laybutt is backing a home-based NRL team and wants Wayne Bennett as the inaugural coach.
Lions an AFL Blue-print for Voss ahead of Gabba return
Replicating the long-term consistency of teams like Brisbane is now Carlton's goal after they surged home in 2023 to end a nine-year AFL finals drought.
Versatile Meaney can handle Storm centres: Bellamy
Craig Bellamy is confident Nick Meaney will handle his shift from fullback to the centres, as the Storm star prepares to test himself against Penrith.
Michael Lynagh’s son Louis to make debut for Italy
Louis Lynagh, son of Australian Rugby World Cup winner Michael, will make his international debut this weekend, for Italy against Scotland in the Six Nations.
Young Swans give Longmire something to think about
Without three injured experienced midfielders, Sydney coach John Longmire has praised his young stars for taking on Melbourne in their opening-round win.
Grundy, Swans surge past Melbourne in AFL season opener
Isaac Heeney starred and Brodie Grundy got one over his old side as Sydney opened the new AFL season with a 22-point victory over Melbourne.
Raiders run rampant over Knights in 28-12 NRL win
Canberra have shown they will be no pushovers in the NRL this year, opening their season with a hard-fought 28-12 win away to Newcastle.
‘I have full trust in our game plan’: Freo’s Switkowski
Fremantle's perceived poor ball movement was their major downfall last year, when they finished well out of the finals race, but have they fixed the problem?
Flanagan adamant Lomax on wing is best for Dragons
Shane Flanagan has hit back at claims Zac Lomax could be lured elsewhere, adamant the winger will stay at St George Illawarra even if he wants to play centre.
Kuol brothers in Olyroos squad, Circati unavailable
Tony Vidmar hopes the West Asian championship and under-23 Asian Cup can reignite Garang Kuol's career after the forward was named in the Olyroos squad.
Dustin Martin in doubt for Tigers’ Hardwick reunion
Richmond star Dustin Martin has suffered a corked calf and the Tigers could be unwilling to risk him for their AFL opener against Damien Hardwick's Gold Coast.
Cronulla to take no prisoners with future Shark AFB
Royce Hunt is pledging to meet the challenge of his future Cronulla teammate Addin Fonua-Blake head-on when the Sharks travel to Auckland in round one.
Stuart makes Strange call for Raiders against Knights
Ethan Strange has big shoes to fill at Canberra after being named to start at five-eighth in the club's season-opening trip to Newcastle on Thursday.
New Titans fullback Kini vows to honour Preston legacy
New Titans No.1 Keano Kini may be tiny, but he intends to play with the big heart of his idol Preston Campbell against St George Illawarra.
Walters eyes options if Piakura ruled out for Broncos
Brisbane back-rower Brendan Piakura is racing the clock to play South Sydney next week after being concussed, but Kevin Walters says the club has depth to cope.
Reath’s career-best not enough as Wolves tie Thunder
Australian forward Duop Reath hit five of his six three-point attempts to score a career-high 26 points in the Trail Blazers' loss to the Timberwolves.
Key Tigers feeling refreshed under new coach Yze
Tiger coach Adem Yze has brought a new voice and freshness to Richmond, and key pair Liam Baker and Dion Prestia are soaking it all up.
Dockers suffer blow with Darcy to miss AFL season start
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy and emerging wingman Nathan O'Driscoll will both miss the early rounds of the AFL season through injury.
Waratahs intent on backing up bumper win over Crusaders
The NSW Waratahs have wasted no time getting back to work after their stirring upset win over reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders.
Webster cops huge ban in AFL’s concussion crackdown
The AFL's bid to crackdown on concussion has meant St Kilda's Jimmy Webster received a far greater suspension than he would have even 12 months ago.
Dolphins’ Bromwich rules out joining JWH in England
Dolphins captain Jesse Bromwich will retire at the end of 2024 with no regrets, ruling out a Super League swansong like fellow veteran Jared Waerea-Hargreaves.
Brimson targets Test centre spot after Titans switch
Gold Coast's new centre AJ Brimson waxed lyrical about his move from fullback, one that he did not seek but a switch he intends to make a huge success.
Former swingman Balta excited to lead Richmond attack
Richmond big man Noah Balta has been handed the keys to the Tigers' attack and is ready to repay new coach Adem Yze's faith in him.
Patty Mills’ Miami NBA move a Paris momentum boost
After being released by Atlanta, Patty Mills could play deep into the NBA's post-season with Miami in a boost for his and the Boomers' Paris Games hopes.
Wanderers to back fans after ‘disturbing’ feedback
Wanderers officials have vowed to "stand in solidarity with our members and fans" after the Red and Black Bloc suffered heavy-handed policing on derby day.
AFL captains predict Lions will get back to grand final
Half of the AFL's 18 captains believe the Brisbane Lions can make it back to this year's grand final after losing a classic decider last September.
Kerr lawyers argue abuse of process in harassment case
Lawyers for Matildas captain Sam Kerr will seek to have her racial harassment charge withdrawn or downgraded next month, according to court documents.
Superstar Hurricane out for three weeks after red card
A dangerous head-high tackle during the thrilling Super Rugby Pacific win over the Reds has cost Hurricanes star Jordie Barrett three weeks on the sideline.
Port’s Lord says interest from Geelong was flattering
Port Adelaide forward Ollie Lord says he never seriously considered overtures from Geelong about a possible switch of AFL clubs.