‘It’s all on’: Fitzgibbon relishes Robbo coaching duel
Mates and mentors Craig Fitzgibbon and Trent Robinson have banned contact this week as the Cronulla and Sydney Roosters coaches chase an NRL preliminary final.
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‘He’s always there’: Warrior calls on family legend
Ali Leiataua has revealed the key to helping him thrive when the Warriors face Newcastle at a sold-out Eden Park.
‘It’s sad’: family-like Sharks feeling the break-up
A big cast of Cronulla players who won a reserve grade premiership with Newtown have one last chance to claim an NRL title together - and don't they know it.
What’s not special about Hawthorn’s cult hero?
Hawthorn star Nick Watson has cast a spell over teammates and opponents alike as he looks to further cement himself as a big-game player in the AFL finals.
Snub isn’t the end of Ryan’s Socceroos career: coach
Maty Ryan hasn't been selected for Australia's first games since the World Cup but coach Tony Popovic insists the captain's Socceroos career isn't over.
NBL rivals stocking up for chance to grab Kings’ crowns
The Sydney Kings face a raft of serious challengers in their NBL title defence, with fellow heavyweights Melbourne United and Adelaide 36ers top of the list.
Swans keep the faith amid turmoil as Dockers test looms
Driving Sydney's push for a grand final spot, veteran Jake Lloyd believes the Swans can't be reduced to a few individuals who "made the wrong choices".
Knights reveal Lucas timeline ahead of Warriors duel
Coach Justin Holbrook has kept the door ajar for Dylan Lucas to make a remarkable comeback and play in Newcastle's sudden-death final against the Warriors.
‘If not Marnus, who?’: Aussie Test great on No.3 debate
Former Australia cricket selector Merv Hughes has given insight into the battle facing under-pressure Test No.3 Marnus Labuschagne.
Wallaroos eye win against ‘physical, flamboyant’ French
The Wallaroos, who took plenty from a last-start battle with world-beating England, can return to the winner's circle in France.
Tahs set succession plan, RA courts ownership interest
Stephen Hoiles and Wycliff Palu have been confirmed as Michael Cheika's NSW Waratahs assistants as the club again attracts private ownership interest.
Sleepy Hollow to evil empire: how Cats beat the system
Toby Greene's looming move from GWS to Geelong is the latest in a string of draft and trade successes for the perennial powerhouse Cats.
Fans’ chants show faith restored in bulked-up Hipwood
Aware of the criticism the Lions stalwart has copped, Chris Fagan was moved by the crowd chanting Eric Hipwood's name during their finals defeat of Adelaide.
Raiders, Tigers looking for a final flourish in NRLW
The Canberra Raiders and Wests Tigers will do battle on Friday night, when one of the NRLW clubs will keep their premiership hopes alive.
Sparks to fly in final act of NRL’s wing-dong battle
Ronaldo Mulitalo v Mark Nawaqanitawase has been essential viewing in the NRL and teammates from both sides expect no let up in their final showdown.
‘Deeper connection’: Clark finds true self at Warriors
Warriors lock Erin Clark found form and his identity after his move from the battling Gold Coast to become one of the best players in his position in the NRL.
The ‘wake-up call’ that helped Hawks prep for prelim
Thrashed by Brisbane last month, Hawthorn have surged into a home preliminary final and will be out to right some wrongs when they host the Lions at the MCG.
‘Backing him in’: Swans make selection call for finals
Sydney winger Justin McInerney and forward Joel Amartey are fit again, but coach Dean Cox will gamble on only one for their finals clash against Fremantle.
Roosters coach to thank for Shark’s Bradbury-esque rise
Riley Jones has gone from NSW Cup to an NRL finals series in a month. And he says John Strange, the Sydney Roosters NRLW coach, is a major factor.
Be croc-wise: river snapped up as Olympics rowing site
A crocodile habitat has been approved as the Brisbane 2032 Olympics rowing host venue but an expert says the reptiles should not trouble competitors.
Teen accused burnt in botched execution clean-up
Two teenagers will be held in custody facing murder charges in relation to the mistaken-identity killing of a young university student.
All-star Warriors pack no worry for no-fuss Knight
Cody Hopwood grew up in Newcastle and is relishing the Knights' challenge of taking on the Warriors in New Zealand.
Penrith’s near-perfect injury record boosts Cleary bid
Penrith have had a stunning 94 per cent record of player availability in finals matches since 2020, with Nathan Cleary now the latest trying to defy injury.
GWS captain finally makes big call on his future
GWS skipper Toby Greene is leaving the Giants after 15 seasons at the club, electing to move back to Victoria for family reasons.
‘Deserved it’: coach spray turns Broncos’ season around
Brisbane coach Scott Prince's monumental halftime blow-up at the lowest season ebb has been credited by key figures for reigniting their premiership defence.
Aussie GP loses season-launch honour, gains sprint race
The Australian Grand Prix won't open the 2027 F1 season as it did this year -- but it will be bigger than ever as it stages its first sprint race.
Dolphins No.9 thrives after sliding doors Mahoney move
When Canterbury signed Reed Mahoney for the 2023 season it opened the door for rake Jeremy Marshall-King to join the Dolphins and showcase his true class.
Braveheart: Broncos rake played year with broken wrist
Broncos rookie Cameron Bukowski has silky skills but he's also one tough footballer after having post-season surgery on a wrist he fractured early this season.
AFL footy boss defends controversial Cats non-goal
AFL football operations boss Greg Swann said the right process was followed when Ollie Dempsey's spectacular shot at goal was controversially ruled a behind.
‘No better time’: Khawaja backs Renshaw for Test runs
Usman Khawaja, who re-signed with the Brisbane Heat, says Australian batter Matt Renshaw is in perfect position to make a success of his Test cricket return.
‘I haven’t plateaued’: Demon ready for Davis Cup
Alex de Minaur, still licking his wounds after an early US Open exit, is relishing a Davis Cup return to Brisbane where Australia host Poland.