Luai sets the scene with ‘Penrith Bulldogs’ sledge
Jarome Luai believes the foundations of Penrith's success are already starting to show at Canterbury, with four ex-Panthers playing under Cameron Ciraldo.
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Boom rookie Talagi wants to stay at Eels: coach Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur says highly rated rookie Blaize Talagi has laid out his future plans as he hits the open market for 2025.
Sydney can’t clock off to Mariners’ Fergie Time threat
Sydney FC ought to be wary of a Central Coast side who have made a habit of scoring late, says Mariners midfielder Max Balard.
Missing Victorian alpine campers murder trial begins
Twelve jurors and two substitutes have been tasked with deciding whether Greg Lynn is guilty or innocent of the murder of two campers in regional Victoria.
Why Ciraldo approves of Mahoney’s chirpy ways
Canterbury have made a pact not to be stood over by rivals this year, which is why Reed Mahoney's front-foot approach sits fine with coach Cameron Ciraldo.
Northern Territory steps up push for AFL licence
An AFL club could be ready playing at a new Darwin stadium in seven to 10 years, according to a strategic business case.
Walters, Bellamy talks fire Pangai’s NRL return quest
Tevita Pangai Jr will give up boxing and turn his attention to returning to the NRL after chats with leading coaches strengthened his conviction.
Rebels desperate to crack Reds to lock in Super finals
Currently in sixth place and with a rugged run home, Melbourne head to Brisbane needing a win over the Reds to shore up a maiden Super Rugby finals berth.
Bennett’s magic dust ‘could lift Souths to NRL title’
Hooker Damien Cook is adamant Wayne Bennett would be inheriting a squad ready to win a premiership if he returned to South Sydney in 2025.
Kambosos laps up awkward stare-down ahead of title bout
Even former heavyweight world champion Lucas Browne couldn't separate George Kambosos and Vasiliy Lomachenko during an awkward stare-down.
Darcy out for Dockers, Hardwick swings the axe at Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has made six changes for the Suns' clash with North Melbourne following last week's 34-point loss to the Brisbane Lions.
Tom Trbojevic injured as Dolphins secure comeback win
Manly fullback Tom Trbojevic has suffered a hamstring injury as Dolphins No.1 Trai Fuller starred in a sensational 30-24 comeback victory.
Manly preparing for up to eight weeks without Trbojevic
Manly expect their gun No.1 Tom Trbojevic to miss up to eight weeks with a hamstring injury, in a devastating blow for both the Sea Eagles and NSW.
Voss hopeful Carlton gun’s latest setback only minor
Unlucky midfielder Adam Cerra's latest hamstring injury was a sour note to Carlton's thrilling one-point win over Melbourne at the MCG.
Aussie women sink ‘only shot’ to qualify for Paris 3×3
Australia's 3x3 women's basketball team have spoken of their pride after qualifying for the Paris Olympics by winning a qualification tournament in Japan.
Departing Wallabies lock eyes Super title with Brumbies
Wallabies lock Darcy Swain is hoping to go out with a bang and help lead the Brumbies to a Super Rugby Pacific title before joining the Western Force in 2025.
Australian men’s 4x100m team qualifies for Paris Games
Australia will be represented in both team sprint events at the Paris Olympics after a strong showing at the World Relays in the Bahamas.
Panthers circle ‘marquee’ Fifita as contract call looms
David Fifita has been labelled a "marquee player" by Penrith coach Ivan Cleary after the Panthers met with the Gold Coast star at the weekend.
‘Not a gender issue’: NRL launches defence of referee
NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the performance of referee Kasey Badger amid intense scrutiny over her officiating.
Souths’ Gray, Hawkins face lengthy injury lay-offs
Jack Wighton looks set for an extended stint in the halves after South Sydney confirmed Dean Hawkins and Jye Gray were both facing long-term lay-offs.
Moloney’s final flurry not enough, loses title in Tokyo
Australia is without a current male world champion after bantamweight Jason Moloney was upset on points by Yoshiki Takei on a historic Tokyo card.
Cleary wants compensation as rivals raid Penrith kids
Ivan Cleary believes Penrith should be compensated for player development as their junior nursery is raided by NRL rivals.
Hawkins unfazed by form as Cats games record looms
Tom Hawkins will draw level with Joel Selwood for the most games for Geelong but the milestone comes amid a form slump.
Crichton a possible Penrith option if they miss Fifita
Angus Crichton could become a potential option for Penrith if they miss out on David Fifita, after a preliminary inquiry about the Sydney Roosters forward.
Arthur enters defining month at under-pressure Eels
Parramatta are entering a crucial month and their priority must be cutting "brain explosions" from their second-half performances, says Ryan Matterson.
Longmire remains a ‘maybe’ on AFL send-off rule
Sydney coach John Longmire says Callum Brown's bump on Sydney defender Tom McCartin, resulting in a three-game suspension, appears to have been an accident.
Skipper McDermott wants to continue Reds’ Super roll
After watching his team take down the Crusaders amongst fans in Christchurch, Reds skipper Tate McDermott says there's a big buzz about their Super prospects.
Draw critics won’t faze Sharks ahead of NRL litmus test
Siosifa Talakai has declared that Cronulla must prove to themselves in Melbourne they are among the NRL's best, despite topping the ladder after nine rounds.
McCluggage poised for long-term contract at Brisbane
Hugh McCluggage says he's in talks with Brisbane about a long-term deal as restricted free agency status looms.
Broncos select rookie Josh Rogers to fill Reynolds void
Josh Rogers, with just one game of NRL to his credit, will step into the Brisbane halfback role vacated by Adam Reynolds in the clash with Parramatta.
Returning Leniu to make up for lost time, say Roosters
The Sydney Roosters believe firebrand prop Spencer Leniu is ready to make up for lost time after serving an eight-match NRL ban for a racial slur.