NRL concede bunker got obstruction call wrong
Graham Annesley has admitted the NRL was wrong to deny Penrith a preliminary-final try against Cronulla, in a bid to clear up confusion on concussions.
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Triumphant Lions mark Mad Monday in style
The 2024 AFL premiership-winning side have donned a series of wacky outfits and hit Brisbane pubs as they continue their post-victory celebrations.
No Payne no glory: Big Lion’s hurt pays off
Brisbane Lions defender Jack Payne has endured his fair share of injury heartbreak but he put it all behind him with a breakthrough AFL premiership.
AFL admits smart ball error in Suns’ loss to Pies
The AFL has hit its first speed bump with the newly developed score assist system, admitting the technology incorrectly overturned a crucial goal in the AFLW.
Reds back Petaia’s big NFL gamble as path revealed
Two-time Wallabies World Cup talent and Reds star Jordan Petaia will go without pay for at least five months to chase his NFL dream at a Florida training camp.
Munster ready for more Martin niggle in NRL grand final
Cameron Munster has revealed he has off-field history with Penrith's Liam Martin, who will try to rattle the Storm star in the NRL grand final.
Wheels in motion as NSWRL meet on Maguire’s contract
The NSW Rugby League board have met to discuss Michael Maguire's contract, as the Blues' State of Origin coach edges towards taking over at Brisbane.
Super-charged Reds to push Super Rugby boundaries
The demise of the Rebels has pumped up the depth of the remaining Australian Super Rugby Pacific sides and Reds coach Les Kiss is keen to push the boundaries.
Penrith take pride in those who have come and gone
Penrith's list of former players during their dynasty sits at 31 players, but somehow the Panthers are still preparing for a fifth-straight NRL grand final.
Supercars veteran Courtney bent on Bathurst success
Supercars veteran James Courtney has one more box to tick before he retires from the sport: a Bathurst 1000 victory.
Lions premiership hero Daniher contemplating retirement
Even Joe Daniher's father Anthony insists he is in the dark about the Brisbane Lions premiership star's potential retirement plans.
Resilient Lions dare to dream of back-to-back AFL flags
Newly-crowned AFL premiers Brisbane believe they can go back-to-back after their tough journey to the summit in 2024.
Storm to heed Cronk lesson with Cleary shoulder injury
Melbourne stars Harry Grant and Jahrome Hughes says the Storm have learnt better than to target Nathan Cleary's injured shoulder in the NRL grand final.
AFL grand final with no Victorian teams a ratings hit
The AFL grand final between non-Victorian teams Brisbane and Sydney was the most-watched decider for three years but didn't hit the Matildas' high ratings mark.
Junkyard Dog Ryan re-signs, braces for selection battle
Emerging Queensland Reds winger Tim Ryan has confirmed a two-year contract extension at the Super Rugby club now flush with options in his position.
Asofa-Solomona fails to overturn NRL ban, will miss GF
Melbourne's Nelson Asofa-Solomona will miss the NRL grand final after failing to have his high tackle charge downgraded.
O’Connor silver puts Aussie cycling on top of the world
Ben O'Connor has been left proud at winning silver in the men's road race which has put Australia on top of the world championship medal table.
Fagan beams, credits lessons learned for flag triumph
The Lions were greeted by thousands of joyful fans on their return to Brighton Homes Arena, where they sung the team song with their victorious AFLW team.
Sharks left speechless after pulling off NRLW first
Cronulla coach Tony Herman was lost for words after his NRLW team managed an unprecedented shut-out against Brisbane to seal a maiden grand final berth.
AFLW tribunal finds Hawks’ Smith not guilty of bump
Hawthorn defender Tamara Smith has been found not guilty of rough conduct after a lengthy AFLW tribunal hearing, meaning she avoids a three-game ban.
Australia beat England – and rain – to win ODI series
Australia's cricket men, inspired by Travis Head, have won their rain-hit, one-day international decider to clinch the series 3-2 against England at Bristol.
Lions’ Irishman McKenna relishing second chance in AFL
Brisbane's Irish defender Conor McKenna has become just the second player to win an All-Ireland Gaelic football title and an AFL premiership.
Bulls put horror off-season behind them with Cup win
Macarthur FC have beaten Melbourne Victory 1-0 in the Australia Cup final at AAMI Park, with Marin Jakolis scoring the decisive goal in the upset win.
Bears fall, but bid for ending NRL hibernation rises
North Sydney's miserable luck continued in the NSW Cup grand final, but their hopes of reinstatement to the NRL are gaining momentum.
Perfect 10 as Eagles post record AFLW score to beat GWS
Ella Roberts was best afield with three goals as West Coast posted their club-record score to beat GWS at Henson Park and improve to 4-2.
Lion Smith kicks last-gasp goal in AFLW win over Crows
Brisbane have kicked the last two goals to pip Adelaide by two points in an AFLW thriller between the perennial powerhouses.
Roosters to face Cronulla in NRLW grand final
The Sydney Roosters have beaten reigning champions Newcastle for a place in the NRLW grand final against Cronulla, who upset minor premiers Brisbane.
Lohmann lapped up Aker’s advice before AFL grand final
From one Lions showman to another, Kai Lohmann soaked up advice from Jason Akermanis before joining him as a Brisbane premiership player.
Lions’ Mr September Ah Chee delights in AFL rise
Callum Ah Chee told Brisbane's coaches he wanted to play forward and the result was a sublime AFL finals series, culminating in a premiership.
Swans weren’t up for Lions challenge: Fox
Devastated after their second grand final loss in three years, utility Robbie Fox says Sydney were rattled mentally after a dominant first-half from Brisbane.
Chris Fagan’s revival of broken Lions complete
The Brisbane Lions were at rock bottom when Chris Fagan took over as coach and have now completed their climb to the top of the AFL mountain.