Papali’i ready to rebound with Panthers after ‘plateau’
Isaiah Papali'i has admitted his career stalled at the Wests Tigers, but says he's feeling more physically fit and mentally locked at Penrith.
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Injured Crow Michalanney to miss rest of AFL pre-season
Adelaide hope defender Max Michalanney will return for round one of the AFL's premiership season after dislocating a thumb in a trial game.
Sea Eagles embrace chaos in bid to end capitulations
Anthony Seibold hopes a summer of training chaos, with weekly mystery sessions, can help eradicate Manly's habit of cracking amid adversity in the NRL.
Kostecki eager to deliver Supercars title for DJR
Making the move from Erebus, former Supercars champion Brodie Kostecki is confident he can help Dick Johnson Racing return to their winning ways.
NRL players to be given loose leash in Las Vegas
If Warriors coach Andrew Webster runs into one of his players on the infamous Las Vegas Strip late at night, he won't react in the way you might expect.
Lyon unconvinced Demons have turned corner in AFL
Former Melbourne captain Garry Lyon is hopeful, rather than confident, his old AFL club has solved its many problems over the last few years.
Dunstall hoping young Hawks will repeat their brand
Hawthorn great Jason Dunstall believes the young Hawks can continue to impress and surprise if they employ their aggressive playing style again this season.
‘Tamer’ but more dangerous Walsh unleashed for Broncos
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh will ditch the rushes of blood that marred his game last year for a calmer, measured approach as he prepares for his first hit-out.
Konstas faces scrutiny after bizarre Shield cameo
Sam Konstas is facing pressure to prove his approach can work, after being bowled slog-sweeping Scott Boland in the third over of a Sheffield Shield game.
Bulked-up Reds Super centre hungry for rugby success
Centre Josh Flook has been eating six meals a day as he looks to make an impact for Queensland and the Wallabies, with the Reds opening their season on Friday.
GWS star Green to miss AFL season start with injury
GWS will be without Tom Green for their AFL opening-round clash against Collingwood after the star midfielder strained his calf during a match simulation.
WA spinner bags career-best haul as Queensland stumble
Western Australia, inspired by spinner Corey Rocchiccioli's haul of seven wickets, are in control of Queensland after day one of their Sheffield Shield fixture.
Plath trials new role, Dolphins look for more answers
Dolphins utility Max Plath will start in the second-row against Gold Coast as 2024's player of the year prepares to showcases why he's an indispensable asset.
Dearden gets new No.7 partner as Cowboys rope young gun
The off-season exits of three veterans has opened up the race for key North Queensland outside backs spots ahead of the Melbourne Storm trial.
Tiger Woods picks Aussie ace to wear his Sun Day Red
Australian golf prodigy Karl Vilips has been chosen as the first brand ambassador to wear Tiger Woods' Sun Day Red apparel at this week's Mexico Open.
Why Mitch Barnett won’t overthink Warriors captaincy
Mitch Barnett spent almost half of his best NRL season acting as captain, so he's not worried about taking on the mantle fulltime.
England epic revisited as Wallabies return to Twickers
The Wallabies will revisit the scene of their recent epic win over England at Twickenham among four Tests to be played on their European spring tour.
Murray, Mitchell injured in double blow for Rabbitohs
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray's NRL season is in tatters with a suspected ruptured achilles, while Latrell Mitchell has suffered a hamstring injury.
Carpool coaching has Saints’ sevens convert up to speed
Former rugby sevens star Nathan Lawson is keen to make an impact in rugby league after signing with the NRL's St George Illawarra.
Tigers charge more for trials seat than Origin ticket
Wests Tigers' ticket prices for a pre-season challenge double-header have come under the microscope.
AFL boss flags possible return of state of origin games
State of origin could return to the AFL calendar as soon as next year, with league boss Andrew Dillon keen on more pre-season representative football.
Soligo joins Crows chorus lauding Rachele’s leadership
Adelaide midfielder Jake Soligo has joined coaches and teammates in praising Josh Rachele's response to his controversial axing last season.
Dragons must sort out Molo before any Klemmer move
St George Illawarra have given Francis Molo permission to talk to rivals, with the prop's future needing to be sorted before any potential David Klemmer move.
‘Gay problem’: Fijian Drua move on after director axed
The Fijian Drua say they won't let the sacking of the country's head of women's rugby over her statements about a "gay problem" affect their 2025 campaign.
Reds’ muscle man De Lutiis given Super Rugby start
Queensland coach Les Kiss has backed Massimo De Lutiis to deliver after naming the super-strong 21-year-old to start in their Super Rugby Pacific opener.
Don’t mention the Wallabies: Kiss focused on Reds only
Queensland Reds head coach Les Kiss has deflected questions on his Wallabies coaching aspirations ahead of the Super Rugby clash with Moana Pasifika.
Kuhnemann undergoes ICC testing, awaits fate on action
Australian spinner Matt Kuhnemann is set to soon learn if his action is deemed illegal, after being put through ICC biomechanical testing.
Hunt eyes Broncos title in twilight zone with Reynolds
Returned Brisbane star Ben Hunt will play his first game for the club since 2017 and is excited about linking with fellow veteran half Adam Reynolds.
Hunt eyes Broncos title in twilight zone with Reynolds
Returned Brisbane star Ben Hunt will play his first game for the club since 2017 and is excited about linking with fellow veteran half Adam Reynolds.
Tayla Harris ready to shine after injury, trade drama
Melbourne forward Tayla Harris has moved on from her failed AFLW trade and is firmly focused on returning strong after her shoulder surgery.
Fanning misses ton, WA on top of Queensland in Shield
Opening batsman Sam Fanning made 95 to place Western Australia in a strong position against Queensland at stumps on day two of their Sheffield Shield game.