Young talent peaking at right time for Freo
Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory.
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Lions star rediscovers best after backing of Fagan
After the toughest season of his glittering career, Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage has returned to form and is eyeing a historic premiership three-peat.
‘We will be immortals’: Dockers eye off history
Fremantle will feature in just the second grand final of the club's history after coming from behind to defeat Sydney by 12 points at the SCG.
Young plays down ‘fluke’ game-turning goal for Dockers
Hayden Young says he wasn't confident of nailing his after-the-siren set shot against Sydney but was glad it went in after copping a mouthful from Swans fans.
Dockers’ sizzling surge seals spot in AFL grand final
Fremantle will meet either Hawthorn or Brisbane in the AFL grand final as they chase a maiden premiership after coming from behind to beat Sydney.
‘Bloody good effort’: Raiders end Tigers’ fairytale
Canberra have held on to beat Wests Tigers in a low-scoring NRLW semi-final, with Zahara Temara's game management the difference for the Raiders.
Hawks hang tough to end Kangaroos’ record AFLW streak
Hawthorn have ended North Melbourne's record 32-game winning streak, upsetting the two-time defending AFLW premiers by seven points in Cairns.
Head back in the game as Aussies cane Zimbabwe
A return to form from centurion Travis Head has led the way as Australia overpowered Zimbabwe by 84 runs in Harare to clinch the ODI series victory.
Lions star addresses motivation of potential three-peat
Just two wins away from a third straight AFL premiership, Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is adamant the chance to pull off a three-peat has yet to be discussed.
‘A reason I’m still there’: Labuschagne on Test spot
Marnus Labuschagne says there's a reason he's still in Australia's Test squad, but concedes lean returns have opened him up for criticism.
Double delight as Dolphins land two more big fish
The Dolphins have secured another two pieces of their star-studded roster, with Selwyn Cobbo and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki inking contract extensions.
‘Arrogant’ premier lashed over 2032 rowing venue call
A state government has come under fire for its handling of an Olympic rowing venue announcement, with critics adamant it is not locked in just yet.
Central Coast Springboks: champs, Fiji lock in Test
South Africa will play Fiji in Gosford before defending the Rugby World Cup in Australia, with both sides set to base themselves on the NSW Central Coast.
‘I felt helpless’: Broncos great primed for finals tilt
Ali Brigginshaw was heartbroken to be suspended mid-season but her elite response has the side in good shape to give the Brisbane legend a winning send-off.
Upton to meet her match in do-or-die NRLW final
Olivia Higgins has made a bold claim about breakout star Lucy Spain as she prepares to do battle with the NRLW's best fullback, Tamika Upton.
Hewitt’s war cry as Demon leads Davis Cup charge
Australia, led by Alex de Minaur, face a must-win Davis Cup clash in Brisbane against Poland as they attempt to qualify for next year's finals.
Moment that summed up Newcastle’s attacking revolution
Newcastle have completed the fourth-greatest attacking turnaround in history, with one try encapsulating the big change about the Knights.
Roosters’ make call on star forward, Walker progress
Angus Crichton has been cleared to return for the Roosters in their knockout clash with Cronulla, with star halfback Sam Walker not too far behind him.
‘It’s all on’: Fitzgibbon relishes Robbo coaching duel
Mates and mentors Craig Fitzgibbon and Trent Robinson have banned contact this week as the Cronulla and Sydney Roosters coaches chase an NRL preliminary final.
‘He’s always there’: Warrior calls on family legend
Ali Leiataua has revealed the key to helping him thrive when the Warriors face Newcastle at a sold-out Eden Park.
‘It’s sad’: family-like Sharks feeling the break-up
A big cast of Cronulla players who won a reserve grade premiership with Newtown have one last chance to claim an NRL title together - and don't they know it.
What’s not special about Hawthorn’s cult hero?
Hawthorn star Nick Watson has cast a spell over teammates and opponents alike as he looks to further cement himself as a big-game player in the AFL finals.
Snub isn’t the end of Ryan’s Socceroos career: coach
Maty Ryan hasn't been selected for Australia's first games since the World Cup but coach Tony Popovic insists the captain's Socceroos career isn't over.
NBL rivals stocking up for chance to grab Kings’ crowns
The Sydney Kings face a raft of serious challengers in their NBL title defence, with fellow heavyweights Melbourne United and Adelaide 36ers top of the list.
Swans keep the faith amid turmoil as Dockers test looms
Driving Sydney's push for a grand final spot, veteran Jake Lloyd believes the Swans can't be reduced to a few individuals who "made the wrong choices".
Knights reveal Lucas timeline ahead of Warriors duel
Coach Justin Holbrook has kept the door ajar for Dylan Lucas to make a remarkable comeback and play in Newcastle's sudden-death final against the Warriors.
‘If not Marnus, who?’: Aussie Test great on No.3 debate
Former Australia cricket selector Merv Hughes has given insight into the battle facing under-pressure Test No.3 Marnus Labuschagne.
Wallaroos eye win against ‘physical, flamboyant’ French
The Wallaroos, who took plenty from a last-start battle with world-beating England, can return to the winner's circle in France.
Tahs set succession plan, RA courts ownership interest
Stephen Hoiles and Wycliff Palu have been confirmed as Michael Cheika's NSW Waratahs assistants as the club again attracts private ownership interest.
Sleepy Hollow to evil empire: how Cats beat the system
Toby Greene's looming move from GWS to Geelong is the latest in a string of draft and trade successes for the perennial powerhouse Cats.
Fans’ chants show faith restored in bulked-up Hipwood
Aware of the criticism the Lions stalwart has copped, Chris Fagan was moved by the crowd chanting Eric Hipwood's name during their finals defeat of Adelaide.