Titans No.7 Boyd took ‘next Alfie’ tag in his stride
Tanah Boyd has embraced the pressure of being the Titans' regular halfback and lines up against his old club Brisbane with gratitude and a sense of humour.
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Gather Round opens with Walsh’s return for Blues
Adelaide is heaving for Gather Round, which kicks off in earnest when the Crows take on the Blues.
Manly adamant Trbojevic’s back not a hamstring warning
Manly coach Anthony Seibild has insisted that Tom Trbojevic's back spasms are linked to a hip-pointer injury, and not a potential sign of hamstring tightness.
Thorn soldiering on as Reds fly into Samoan ambush
Under-fire Queensland Reds coach Brad Thorn has kept his head down this week with Moana Pasifika presenting a tricky task in their Samoan Super Rugby debut.
Fremantle forecast brutal battle against Gold Coast
After being told by their coach to toughen up, Fremantle midfielder James Aish is forecasting a brutal AFL battle against Gold Coast.
Brumbies machine rolls on, Fijian Drua next up
The in-form Brumbies will look to replicate the form that saw them smash Queensland last weekend when they tackle Fijian Drua on home soil.
Aussies Ewing, Wright win Bells Beach crowns
Ethan Ewing has beaten Ryan Callinan in the final at Bells Beach, winning the title 40 years after his mother did, while Tyler Wright has defended her crown.
Demetriou the fruit of grand Souths plan post-Bennett
Former South Sydney boss Shane Richardson has revealed why he earmarked Jason Demetriou as Wayne Bennett's successor at the Rabbitohs.
Mitchell Moses: I owe a lot to Wests Tigers
Despite knocking back West Tigers' rich contract offer, Parramatta half Mitchell Moses remains indebted to his former club for kickstarting his NRL career.
Newcastle co-captain Brailey tears ACL, out for season
Hooker Jayden Brailey will miss the rest of Newcastle's NRL season after rupturing his right ACL and tearing his meniscus against the Warriors.
England recognise threat to unbeaten run from Sam Kerr
Amid speculation about Sam Kerr's fitness for the Matildas in their London international, England have no doubt she'll be ready to torment them.
Sheens finding positives in Wests Tigers ‘nightmare’
An improved performance against Parramatta has given Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens reason for optimism despite his side going winless in six 2023 NRL games.
Lynch rough conduct charge thrown out at AFL tribunal
Richmond star Tom Lynch has been cleared by the AFL tribunal of rough conduct while Carlton's Harry McKay had his one-match striking ban downgraded to a fine.
Bold Matildas ready to risk all in the Lionesses’ den
The Matildas have promised to go on the attack in the Lionesses' den even if they risk getting mauled by England's European champions in the process.
States mark 100-day countdown for Women’s World Cup
Ahead of the highly-anticipated FIFA Women's World Cup, NSW Premier Chris Minns says the biggest ever women's football event will be "history-making" for NSW.
Rankine victim of online racial abuse after Crows’ win
Young Adelaide forward Izak Rankine was the subject of shocking online racial abuse during his side's win against Fremantle.
Moses leads Eels to NRL win, Tigers’ Doueihi injured
Playmaker Adam Doueihi has a suspected anterior cruciate ligament injury as Wests Tigers fell to Parramatta 28-22 in the NRL.
Geelong, Cameron flex muscles in Hawks AFL hammering
Geelong kicked 10 unanswered goals during the third quarter of an 82-point AFL thumping of Hawthorn as star forward Jeremy Cameron finished with seven majors.
Blyth escapes with three-week Super ban after red card
Angus Blyth has had his suspension reduced from six to three weeks after the Queensland lock was sent off for a late, high hit on Brumbies winger Corey Toole.
Lions’ Rolls-Royce seeks polish in North AFL test
Hugh McCluggage admits his usually silky distribution has been below its best during the Brisbane Lions' rollercoaster 2-2 start to the AFL season.
Gilbert will ‘fight over a 10-cent piece’ for Dolphins
Dolphins great Wally Fullerton-Smith says lock Tom Gilbert has a hint of madness about him, in a good way, as he drives the team's strong season start.
Andrew Moloney books ‘life changing’ Vegas title shot
Andrew Moloney wants Las Vegas redemption as he fights for a world title a week after his twin brother in a family double he says was "meant to be".
Brave and brilliant Raiders end Broncos’ unbeaten run
A brutally physical Canberra beat Brisbane 20-14 at Suncorp Stadium with Corey Horsburgh and a bloodied and brilliant Jordan Rapana playing starring roles.
AFL leaders St Kilda steamroll Gold Coast by 53 points
Ross Lyon's St Kilda have extended their winning start to the AFL season to four matches with a 53-point victory over a disappointing Gold Coast outfit.
Vixens grind past Lightning in Super Netball
The Vixens enhanced their reputation as netball's second-half specialists by mowing down the Lightning on Easter Saturday.
Trbojevic plays down injury after pain-killing needle
Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic has insisted back spasms are not a threat to his ongoing fitness, after he was needled up at halftime of the loss to Penrith.
Freo coach perplexed at lack of spark in loss to Crows
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he's troubled by the lack of intensity in a 39-point loss to Adelaide which leaves his club in early-season trouble.
Edwards scores four tries as Penrith flog Manly
Penrith have produced a 44-12 flogging of Manly, with fullback Dylan Edwards scoring four tries and Nathan Cleary dominating in the halves.
Roar beat Jets to keep ALM finals hopes alive
Brisbane's best player this season, Jay O'Shea, has risen to the occasion again in a 3-0 win over Newcastle to keep the Roar in touch with the ALM top six.
NSW avenge Super W grand final loss in style
NSW have jumped over Queensland to the top of the Super W Ladder after inflicting a first loss on Fijiana Drua, beating them. 31-5 in Sydney.
Rodrigues Chico, Doran through to Stawell Gift semis
Dhruv Rodrigues Chico and Jake Doran are among the big names to advance to the Stawell Gift semi-finals.