‘I don’t buy that’: NRL boss dismisses player confusion
Captains from finals clubs say they aren't entirely clear around set restarts and what ruck speed NRL referees want. Peter V'landys doesn't believe them.
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Swans culture rebuild ‘actually beautiful’: AFLW team
Sydney star Cynthia Hamilton believes continued support across the AFL and AFLW is a testament to the Bloods culture, believing the club is tighter than before.
Cowboys to roll dice on Cotter at judiciary
North Queensland will challenge co-captain Reuben Cotter's grade two careless high tackle charge at the judiciary.
Fresh Gordon blow as Wallabies aim up for Boks Test
The Wallabies' playmaking stocks have taken a hit, with Carter Gordon's leg injury likely ruling him out of a clash with South Africa and the Bledisloe Cup.
‘Shattered’: Luckless Bunny’s finals blow
Euan Aitken's quest to play his first finals game since 2015 will roll into next year after South Sydney ruled the forward out for the rest of the year.
‘Confident’ selectors back Labuschagne for South Africa
Marnus Labuschagne has been retained in Australia's Test squad for the three-Test series in South Africa despite a string of middling returns with the bat.
Why Penrith duo’s comebacks have Nathan Cleary excited
Mitch Kenny and Isaah Yeo are back at the right time and their impact in the finals will be invaluable to Penrith's premiership tilt, Nathan Cleary says.
Antonelli grabs historic Italian GP win; Piastri fifth
Home driver Kimi Antonelli has claimed a stunning win at the F1 Italian Grand Prix after Charles Leclerc earlier crashed vying with Australia's Oscar Piastri.
Re-United Travers stars as Melbourne blitz NBL rivals
Melbourne United have sent a warning shot to their NBL rivals by winning the Blitz tournament, despite missing two of their star signings.
NRL axes Shark Park for 2026 finals series
The NRL has announced its draw for the first week of the finals series, with three games to be played in Sydney and one in Auckland.
NRL minor premiership a major achievement for Panthers
Penrith have claimed the NRL's minor premiership by beating Wests Tigers to lock in a week-one finals clash with the Roosters.
Tyrell Sloan’s parting gift as Dragons stun Eels
Tyrell Sloan will leave St George Illawarra a hero after drilling a two-point field goal that sealed the Dragons' 24-22 defeat of Parramatta.
Titans playmaker injured as Upton dazzles for Broncos
Gold Coast will hope a star's injury isn't serious, an error-ridden Brisbane overcame St George Illawarra, and the Eels clinched victory in the dying seconds.
Souths veteran makes big call on NRL future
Cody Walker has revealed whether or not he wants to play on in the NRL in 2027, as he enters the finals as South Sydney's oldest-ever player.
Katoa credits axing by Bennett in 2024 as turning point
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa has reflected on two conversations with Wayne Bennett - one harsh and the other heartwarming - for his rise to the top.
Gordon injured, Wallabies’ draw lets Pumas ‘off hook’
Carter Gordon is under an injury cloud after the Wallabies settled for a frustrating Test draw that still secured them a historic series win in Argentina.
‘Career-changing week’: wildcard Sweeny out of US Open
Ambitious wildcard Dane Sweeny won't be squandering his US Open pay cheque after Australia's last man standing bowed out of the US Open in New York.
Bellamy ready to fight for Munster’s signature
Craig Bellamy says Cameron Munster has earned the right to leave Melbourne if he wants to, but the Storm coach is desperate to ensure that is not the case.
Brave Swans ‘shattered’ for injured captain Mills
Sydney star Tom Papley has spoken of the pain Swans players are feeling for captain Callum Mills, who is expected to miss the club's push for an unlikely flag.
Cotter faces wipeout for Sharks final after charge
North Queensland co-captain Reuben Cotter will miss the elimination final against Cronulla unless he can get a careless high tackle charge downgraded.
No contract talk before finals win: Crows coach
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says relief isn't the right word to sum up his feelings after an elimination final win that may have saved his coaching tenure.
Everyone’s frustrated: Stars’ warning before NRL finals
The NRL's officiating is back in the spotlight ahead of the finals, with Harry Grant, Cameron McInnes and Craig Fitzgibbon all voicing their confusion.
Too early to speculate: Bulldogs boss on Butters chase
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says it's too early to speculate if his club will win a fierce battle for the prized signature of Zak Butters.
Lions leaders seeking another bounce back
Brisbane face the prospect of another gruelling 27-match campaign and having to produce a trademark bounce back after their AFL qualifying final loss.
Adelaide knock Western Bulldogs out of AFL finals
Adelaide have knocked the Western Bulldogs out of the AFL playoffs with a 22-point elimination final win that eases pressure on coach Matthew Nicks.
Storm stun Sharks to leave rivals finals-bound on a low
Melbourne have scored a brilliant try on the siren to claim a 24-20 win over Cronulla, ending a difficult season for the Storm.
Brisbane midfielder denies Lions were complacent
Josh Dunkley has dismissed the suggestion his Brisbane Lions took understrength Sydney lightly in their shock qualifying final loss at the SCG.
Forgotten forward to finals star for fit-again Swan
Forced to miss the 2025 AFL season because of injury, Sydney forward Logan McDonald has marked his return to the finals stage with a career-best goal haul.
Anxious wait for co-captain on Black night for Cowboys
North Queensland's upcoming finals campaign has been rocked with co-captain Reuben Cotter reported as Canberra debutant Coby Black broke all-time records.
NRLW top six all but decided as Roosters run riot again
Newcastle have shored up their position inside the NRLW's top six, while the Sydney Roosters claimed the equal-second largest victory in competition history.
Sizzling Swans defy critics to stun lacklustre Lions
Under-fire Sydney have stunned AFL premiers Brisbane to book a home preliminary final, but may lose captain Callum Mills to a season-ending knee injury.