Dragons vow to make finals for banned Flanagan
St George Illawarra players say Kyle Flanagan's four-match ban for biting has given them more motivation to make the finals and allow for his week-one return.
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Broncos star Walsh requires surgery on broken hand
Brisbane have been dealt a major blow to their hopes of making an unlikely finals charge, with star fullback Reece Walsh to undergo surgery on a broken hand.
‘He’s ready’: Wallabies throw Jorgensen in against Boks
The Wallabies are aiming to make up for last week's 33-7 loss to South Africa in Brisbane when they take on the world champions in Perth on Saturday night.
‘Blindsided’ Ninnis ready for legal stoush with 36ers
Scott Ninnis says he expects the Adelaide 36ers to honour his two-year contract after he was sacked as coach just weeks out from the new NBL season.
Raygun says hate ‘devastating’ as AOC condemns petition
Rachael Gunn calls for end to harassment as Australian Olympic Committee defends breakdancer against petition claiming she manipulated Olympic qualifying.
Ryles’ first signing move at Eels, extends Simonsson
Parramatta winger Bailey Simonsson has become the first player to re-sign for the NRL club since Jason Ryles' arrival as coach for 2025.
Mitchell hit with breach notice over viral photo
The NRL has hit Latrell Mitchell with a breach notice after an image showed him in a room with white powder.
Aussie McDade capitalises on late PNG Open call up
PNG PM James Marape's late withdrawal opened the door for Australia's Connor McDade to play the PNG Open and he made the most of his chance on day one.
Freo roll dice on debutant ruck, Warner out for Swans
Fremantle have handed Liam Reidy an AFL debut for Saturday's clash with GWS, while Sydney star Chad Warner will miss Friday night's encounter with Essendon.
Kevin Sheedy to step down from Essendon board
AFL legend Kevin Sheedy will step down from Essendon's board in September, saying he feels the club is in safe hands now.
Panthers ‘concerned’ as Cleary injured in loss to Storm
Penrith's hopes of a fourth consecutive NRL premiership have taken a hit with Nathan Cleary injured in a 24-22 loss to fellow heavyweights Melbourne.
Storm announce themselves as real deal in Penrith
Melbourne have sat at the top of the NRL ladder since round 15 and now a 24-22 away win over Penrith has them poised to clinch the minor premiership.
Nathan Cleary set to return from injury for NRL finals
NRL heavyweights Penrith have shared a positive update on Nathan Cleary's fitness after the halfback went down with a shoulder injury against Melbourne.
Melbourne consider mass resting late in NRL season
Storm coach Craig Bellamy has confirmed he wants to manage his players' workloads in the final rounds, in a move that may affect the bottom of the top eight.
Suns eyeing first winning season ahead of Demons clash
Gold Coast winger Sam Clohesy believes if the Suns can achieve a winning season for the first time it would be massive for the AFL club.
Another blow for Panthers as Mitch Kenny faces ban
Penrith look set to make two changes to their spine for the clash against Canberra after Mitch Kenny received a one-match ban after the loss to Melbourne.
Beveridge takes aim at powerful AFL player managers
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has hit out at AFL player managers, declaring he wants clubs to have more power in the player movement market.
Bennett vows to help Mitchell, but 2024 season over
Returning coach Wayne Bennett will let South Sydney deal with Latrell Mitchell for now, but is looking forward to helping the superstar get his life in order.
Pies’ late AFL finals bid hangs on Lions tussle
Collingwood are desperate to keep their slim AFL finals chances alive but must overcome a Brisbane Lions outfit hell-bent on cracking the top-four.
No bitterness for Payten as Holmes leaves Cowboys
North Queensland coach Todd Payten is sad to see premiership-winning centre Valentine Holmes go, but says his departure frees up space for future stars.
Eagles’ coaching job the ‘plum’ role of AFL: Clarkson
Contenders to become West Coast's next senior coach have been dropping like flies, but Alastair Clarkson has spruiked the role as the best in the AFL.
Storm’s Hughes ready to embrace Kiwi face of league
Jahrome Hughes could be the next face of rugby league in New Zealand after Shaun Johnson's retirement, and it will only make his football better at Melbourne.
Sharks provide home comforts for Smale after Paris
Rugby sevens convert Sharni Smale will make her NRLW debut less than three weeks after Australia's shock exit from the Paris Olympics.
Young guns have Giants believing in deep finals run
GWS are attempting to once again contend for the AFL premiership, and the emergence of Aaron Cadman and Darcy Jones has given them a point of difference.
Brohman furious over Boyd’s Hall of Fame appointment
The NRL have drawn criticism over their appointment of Les Boyd to the Hall of Fame, with Daryl Brohman fuming over the announcement.
Draper insists Bombers will fight on after ‘heartbreak’
Essendon ruckman Sam Draper insists the Bombers won't be defined by their "heartbreaking" defeat against Gold Coast.
Fit-again De Minaur set for return at the US Open
Australian tennis star Alex de Minaur has confirmed his US Open participation, declaring himself fit again after being sidelined for a month with a hip injury.
Richardson back to old ways after beating hamstring woe
Fit-again Australian quick Jhye Richardson will return to his old tried-and-tested bowling formula, hopeful he has put two years of hamstring woes behind him.
Richmond table ‘really good’ offer to free agent Graham
Free agent Jack Graham is weighing up contracts from Richmond and West Coast as a host of Tigers teammates consider their own playing futures.
Penrith ready to mimic Storm record as NRL heavyweights
Penrith once saw Melbourne as an example of the powerhouse club they wanted to be. Now they can join them as the most consistent NRL side of the century.
Aussie veteran digs deep for three-set Cincinnati win
Australian tennis veteran Jordan Thompson has continued his impressive form, claiming a three-set victory over the 13th seed at the Cincinnati Open.