Maroons dynamo Rapana credits Thurston legacy for form
Queensland wrecking ball Tazmin Rapana's family links set her on a league path but it was idol Johnathan Thurston who left an indelible mark on her career.
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Rebels unsure if Chiefs clash is a farewell Super match
Melbourne winger Lachie Anderson says uncertainty around the club's Super Rugby future is the elephant in the room as they prepare for their final home game.
Brisbane, Gold Coast suffer more injury carnage
Long-term injuries to Brisbane's Ben Te Kura and Tristan Sailor, and month-long absences for Gold Coast duo AJ Brimson and Phil Sami have rocked the clubs.
Renshaw project a priority for new Bulls coach Botha
Johan Botha will nut out a plan for Matt Renshaw in the Sheffield Shield pre-season to ensure the opener is ready for his Test chance if he gets one.
Angus Crichton has Roosters’ support amid Fifita coup
Angus Crichton could be the odd man out at Moore Park now that David Fifita has signed with the Sydney Roosters.
Big prize at stake for eager Wallaroos against US
The Wallaroos have earmarked their Pacific Four clash with the US on Friday in Melbourne as must-win in their quest to make the elite world rugby league.
Star hooker Egan signs two-year extension with Warriors
The Warriors have tied Wayde Egan to a new two-year deal, only weeks after coach Andrew Webster revealed plans to keep the hooker at the club for life.
Spirits still high as NSW Waratahs get desperate
The NSW Waratahs are clinging to the hope of miraculously qualifying for the Super Rugby Pacific finals, despite sitting last with three games remaining.
Wighton rules out reversing State of Origin retirement
Injury-hit NSW could do with a gritty, versatile player like Jack Wighton, but the South Sydney back won't be coming out of State of Origin retirement.
Returning Madden given the keys to the Broncos kingdom
Brisbane's Jock Madden will return from injury and get a lengthy stint at No.7, where he has been backed to show that he is more than just a fill-in.
Bombers’ red-hot form rewarded in AFL fixture
Essendon have been rewarded for their stellar form with three Friday night games in the next block of AFL fixtures.
Dolphins prop Flegler could miss season: Bennett
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says the severe injury to prop Thomas Fleger's shoulder could rule him out for the year as Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow returns to action.
‘Frustrating’ uncertainty over de Belin’s NRL future
St George Illawarra forward Jack de Belin always wanted to remain a one-club man, but that dream is in doubt as uncertainty clouds his playing future.
Tigers in sights as wayward Lion learns to clear mind
Brisbane Lions forward Charlie Cameron admits there's been "a lot of things going on" in his mind that have contributed to his early-season AFL inaccuracy.
Tide can still turn for battling Roos: North co-captain
Kangaroos co-captain Jy Simpkin concedes 2024 has been a frustrating year personally as well as for the AFL cellar dwellars as a whole.
Sky Bruise: heavy sessions prep NSW for Origin opener
Yasmin Clydsdale says NSW's State of Origin build-up has been perfect, despite so few players getting game time over the early part of 2024.
New Bulls, Heat coach Botha off and running
Former South Africa spinner and captain Johan Botha has signed a three-year contract to coach the Queensland Bulls and Brisbane Heat.
God speed: The climb of Broncos’ not-so ancient Mariner
Brisbane's pacey winger Deine Mariner has a tattoo that sums up his faith, flair and flourish after he was recruited on one viewing by a golden-eyed scout.
Storm’s Welch calls for common sense on leg collisions
Melbourne Storm prop Christian Welch says there should be more focus on head-high tackles than a sin-bin for making light contact with a rival player's leg.
Titans carnage with Foran one of five injured halves
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler faces having five halves unavailable for Magic Round after Kieran Foran and AJ Brimson were injured against North Queensland.
Cats forwards can deliver without star pair: Stengle
Geelong could be without both key forwards Jeremy Cameron and Tom Hawkins against Gold Coast but Tyson Stengle has backed their attack to deliver.
Upton issues warning to NSW: ‘My best is yet to come’
Queensland No.1 Tamika Upton, who learned to run again after a back fracture four years ago, had a 2023 for the ages but insists there's plenty more to come.
Mozer on standby for Walters, Broncos chance closer
Brisbane hooker Blake Mozer has been in form for South-Logan and good judges say is ready to shine in the NRL if called up to replace Billy Walters.
AFL to push for more Indigenous reps in officialdom
AFL chief Andrew Dillon says he's pushing for more Indigenous representation in official roles amid a slight drop in First Nations players at the elite level.
No rush to decide on further expansion: AFL boss
The AFL is in no hurry to make a decision on further expansion after Tasmania join the competition in 2028, chief executive Andrew Dillon says.
Melbourne to challenge Grant charge after shock sin-bin
The Storm are challenging Harry Grant's charge of dangerous contact after the Melbourne skipper was sin-binned for tangling with a Sharks kicker.
Reds star undergoes surgery to end Super Rugby season
Harry Wilson is expected to be out for eight weeks following surgery on his broken arm but the Queensland back-rower remains a contender for a Test recall.
Jack Rodwell’s career in limbo after two-game ban
Jack Rodwell may have played his last A-League Men game for Sydney FC after receiving a two-game suspension.
Giants rolling up sleeves after Bombers reality check
Condemned to a second-straight loss by Essendon, GWS captain Toby Greene admits his side aren't the finished product ready to claim a premiership just yet.
Change looms for Magic Round as Manly dump ‘home’ game
Manly have told the NRL they will not use Magic Round as a home game from 2025, with two other clubs considering joining them in the move.
Adelaide’s Rankine hits career-high after midfield move
Adelaide's dynamic Izak Rankine says increasing midfield time has led to a patch of AFL form he describes as career-best.