How Gold Coast shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final
Penpix of Gold Coast's team for the NRLW grand final against Newcastle.
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Fagan finds calm amid crisis to reach new Lions heights
Chris Fagan's players have lauded the Brisbane Lions coach's ability to block the outside noise and find a new level of calm to guide them into the AFL final.
Magpies name Lipinski as sub, no changes for Lions
Collingwood have made Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final and have recalled Jack Ginnivan as Brisbane name an unchanged lineup.
Journey not over: Zorko inspired by former Lions greats
Dayne Zorko has taken inspiration from the Lions' last premiership side 20 years ago as the veteran prepares to play his 250th game in the AFL grand final.
Titans’ Hancock not retiring type as NRLW final looms
Gold Coast prop Stephanie Hancock has tried to retire on numerous occasions but she put the boots back on and is now playing in the Titans' maiden NRLW decider.
Brad Fittler steps down as NSW State of Origin coach
Besieged NSW coach Brad Fittler has coached his last State of Origin game, informing the NSW Rugby League he will not remain in charge next season.
Brad Fittler has walked away, where to next for NSW?
Brad Fittler's exit has left NSW Rugby League with a coaching conundrum on their hands after two successive State of Origin series losses.
Penrith kick blockers fair and legal: Kevin Walters
Penrith have been accused of using illegal tactics to protect Nathan Cleary, but Brisbane coach Kevin Walters insists only "whingers" question the strategy.
Reynolds’ long-term Broncos pledge, whatever GF result
Regardless of the result in the NRL grand final, Broncos halfback Adam Reynolds intends to leave Brisbane with a permanent souvenir.
Broncos’ resurgence no shock to Panthers: Ivan Cleary
Penrith haven't been surprised to see NRL grand final opponents Brisbane thriving in 2023 after missing the finals for the four seasons prior.
Sunny days forecast to warm up footy finals weekend
Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s for the start of the NRL grand final, with warm and sunny conditions also forecast for the AFL decider.
‘Fire in our belly’: Suns plot to scorch Crows in AFLW
With three consecutive wins to their name, unfancied Gold Coast are plotting to take out unbeaten Adelaide as they chase a first AFLW finals appearance.
Lanning to return to cricket for Victoria in WNCL
Long-term Australia captain Meg Lanning is in line for her first competitive match in six months when Victoria start their WNCL campaign in Perth.
Walker’s chance at another fairytale with Warriors
The Warriors are the feel-good story of 2023 and Dylan Walker is hoping to extend the fairytale into the grand final, just as his Rabbitohs did nine years ago.
Lions coach Fagan backs Gardiner to fill Payne void
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is backing a fit-again Darcy Gardiner to fill the void of defender Jack Payne, who has been ruled out with an ankle injury.
Matildas star Emily Gielnik rejoins Melbourne Victory
Australia international Emily Gielnik has rejoined Melbourne Victory in the A-League Women following a two-year stint in England with Aston Villa.
Johnson evolves from 2011 dazzler to Warriors destroyer
In 2011 rookie Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson scored a try for the ages at Suncorp Stadium, a venue he returns to as a complete player, ready to stun the Broncos.
Prelim pressure won’t bother young Broncos: Walters
Kevin Walters has backed his young Brisbane stars to go to another level in their do-or-die NRL preliminary final clash with the Warriors.
‘Mummy’s boys’ to mainstays: Lions’ rapid AFL revival
Lions star Tom Rockliff felt the brunt of Brisbane's 2013 mass player exodus but was still there to witness the first shoots that led to a rapid AFL revival.
Flying Kangaroos plan to flip the AFLW script on Lions
One of three unbeaten sides in the AFLW, North Melbourne hope a first-ever win against the Brisbane Lions can be the next step on their search for a debut flag.
History ‘irrelevant’ as Voss forges a path for Blues
Michael Voss hasn't leant on his past at Brisbane ahead of Carlton's preliminary final at the Gabba, insistent his Blues have a story of their own to tell.
Manly keep Brad Parker amid salary cap squeeze
Centre Brad Parker has signed a new two-year NRL deal at Manly, after entering the off-season without a contract.
Kellaway gets Wallabies start in Cup clash with Wales
Fullback Andrew Kellaway has been called into the Wallabies side while Ben Donaldson will start at five-eighth against Wales in a do-or-die World Cup clash.
Australia’s pre-World Cup woes continue with India loss
The long-awaited return of Pat Cummins and Steve Smith couldn't save Australia from a fourth successive ODI loss, a five-wicket defeat against India in Mohali.
Panthers demolish Storm to book NRL grand final spot
Penrith have brushed Melbourne aside in a 38-4 trouncing to qualify for their fourth-straight NRL grand final.
Hanks leads Demons to AFLW thrashing of Hawks
Reigning AFLW premiers Melbourne have defeated Hawthorn by 59 points to maintain their undefeated start to the season.
Penrith will take some stopping to deny NRL three-peat
Penrith's grand final opponent will need a near-perfect performance to beat them, after the Panthers booked a spot in the NRL decider by beating Melbourne 38-4.
Where to for Storm after preliminary final belting?
Melbourne were handily beaten by Penrith in Friday night's preliminary final but as the NRL season ends, the questions begin.
Snapshot of Collingwood’s AFL preliminary final win
A look at Collingwood's one-point AFL preliminary final win over GWS at the MCG that booked a spot in the grand final against the Brisbane Lions or Carlton.
How Luai convinced himself to play in preliminary final
Jarome Luai has detailed how an undying confidence in his own body's ability to recover helped him return for Penrith's preliminary-final win over Melbourne.
Storm coach Bellamy envious of Panthers’ precision
Craig Bellamy says that Penrith have surpassed his Melbourne side as the pin-ups of consistent NRL success.