‘Excited and optimistic’: young gun to know finals fate
Hawthorn utility Josh Weddle, one of their best players this season until his back injury, will soon learn whether he will return for the finals.
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New Wallabies skipper plans to stick to his strengths
New captain Fraser McReight says he'll let his game do the talking as the Wallabies hunt their first win in Cape Town in 33 years, with more history on offer.
Raiders pull off ‘gritty’ golden-point win over Penrith
Canberra have secured a dramatic 20-16 comeback win over Penrith in extra time, cementing their spot at the top of the NRL ladder.
Storm hold out fast-finishing Bulldogs in NRL thriller
Melbourne have edged Canterbury to cap a pulsating night of NRL games, with the win allowing the Storm to seal a top-two spot on the ladder.
Gold Coast’s finals chances in limbo after shock loss
Port Adelaide have upset Gold Coast by four points to leave the Suns' hopes of a maiden finals appearance hanging in the balance.
‘Made of something special’: Hardwick hails his Suns
Coach Damien Hardwick believes Gold Coast deserve to reach the finals, but says nothing is given ahead of their looming do-or-die clash.
Storm skipper faces ban, but Hughes readies for return
Melbourne captain Harry Grant faces a two-week stint on the sidelines, but the Storm can rest some of their key players after sealing a top-two ladder spot.
Destanee calling: Aussie pair make US Open main draw
Melbourne's Destanee Aiava and Brisbane's Priscilla Hon have both qualified for the US Open main draw, but teen hope Emerson Jones had her hopes dashed.
‘How can I walk away from Port?’: Hinkley’s lament
Port Adelaide greats Ken Hinkley and Travis Boak are pondering their futures after farewelling their beloved AFL club.
Four sixes in a row: Aussie ‘JJ’ lights Welsh Fire
In a battle of the Hundred's Australian allrounders, Jess Jonassen's record-breaking six-hitting display eclipsed even her illustrious compatriot Ellyse Perry.
‘Learn how to win’: Gawn outlines Dees’ summer focus
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says the simple fact facing his team over the off-season is that they need to learn how to win again after a dismal 2025 campaign.
Bulldogs getting their bite back for finals: Crichton
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton has told AAP that while disappointed to lose to Melbourne, their performance showed they can match the best in the finals.
‘Get a deal done’: Bennett keen on Fifita at Souths
David Fifita has been given permission by the Gold Coast to negotiate a deal elsewhere for 2026, and South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett is set to make his move.
‘Really good spot’: de Minaur primed for US Open tilt
Australian world No.8 Alex de Minaur says his preparation for the US Open is poles apart from last year's injury-ravaged build-up to the New York grand slam.
‘Where we want to be’: Lions ready for premiership test
Brisbane and Hawthorn meet in a high-stakes clash at the Gabba, with a top-four spot the prize for the winner as both eye a shot at the AFL premiership.
Tigers draw on 2005 for do-or-die Cowboys clash
The Wests Tigers won't have to look far for a reminder of what it takes to be a finals team, with the 2005 premiership team to watch on at Leichhardt Oval.
Unfinished Broncos business drives Hunt ahead of 350th
Brisbane halfback Ben Hunt will play his 350th NRL game, with the dream of winning an elusive premiership still very much alive.
‘A final in itself’: Season at stake for Dogs, Dockers
Despite having 14 wins apiece, the Western Bulldogs and Fremantle appear to be playing for a top-eight berth when they clash on Sunday at Marvel Stadium.
Crows secure AFL minor premiership after Rankine furore
Adelaide have claimed their first minor premiership in eight years despite the Izak Rankine homophobic slur furore threatening to derail their flag bid.
Molloy magic: AFLW star produces record-equalling haul
Sydney star Chloe Molloy has equalled a goalkicking AFLW record to help fire the Swans to a monster 82-point win over Gold Coast.
Milestone man Cherry-Evans stars as Manly lick Dolphins
Veteran halfback Daly Cherry-Evans helped set up five tries in his milestone 350th first-grade game for Manly as the Sea Eagles thumped the Dolphins.
Healthy Geelong roll into another finals series
Geelong have cruised past rebuilding Richmond for the second time in eight weeks, triumphing by 39 points to lock up a top-two finish ahead of the finals.
Warriors stay fourth with vital away win over Titans
The Warriors have beaten the Gold Coast 32-18 in Robina with winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck scoring a double and half Tanah Boyd shining against his old club.
Raiders enjoy NRLW revival with back-to-back wins
The Raiders have kept alive their finals hopes while the Titans and Roosters also racked up wins in the NRLW.
Crows’ climb an AFL rebuild beacon for Kangaroos
North Melbourne have finished in the AFL's bottom three for six consecutive years but are hopeful of climbing up the ladder next season.
McDonagh the hero as Hawks survive Blues scare
Fired by a late goal from Aine McDonagh, Hawthorn have survived a late scare to pip Carlton in a low-scoring arm wrestle.
Nawaqanitawase magic can’t overcome Eels’ dominance
Parramatta have ambushed an error-prone Sydney Roosters to win 30-10, leaving the Roosters clinging desperately to the top eight.
Miller time: Desiree grabs Wallaroos’ World Cup treble
Winger Desiree Miller has flown over for a hat-trick as Australia's rugby women opened their World Cup bid in Manchester with a 73-0 trouncing of Samoa.
Brave Wallabies miss late chances in heartbreaking loss
The Wallabies' bid for landmark back-to-back triumphs over the Springboks in South Africa has fallen just short, despite an impressive debut by Corey Toole.
Storm’s Stefano commits to Tonga after firing for Samoa
Storm prop Stefano Utoikamanu has opened up on why he will make himself available for Tonga in the Pacific Championships, and reveals his early Tongan heroes.
Wallaroos hope World Cup hero is fit for US showdown
The Wallaroos are hoping match-winning winger Desiree Miller will be cleared to fly again next weekend for the showdown that will define their World Cup.