Wighton defends Demetriou, quits social media
Jack Wighton has admitted he did not realise the intensity of the Sydney spotlight before moving to Souths, prompting the ex-Canberra star to quit social media.
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Lack of hip-drop charges leaves Fitzgibbon ‘confused’
Craig Fitzgibbon has questioned why more players are not charged over hip-drop tackles, with Cronulla losing a third player in two years to similar challenges.
Women’s game in Vegas can open talent pipeline for NRL
The NRL is getting closer to playing a women's game in Las Vegas in 2025, a move Americans believe could attract more local talent towards the NRLW.
Wellington youngsters must grab big ALM chance: Ball
English warhorse David Ball has warned Wellington Phoenix's high-flying A-League Men young guns that chances to win silverware don't come around often.
Latrell charged for dangerous contact on Addo-Carr
Despite referee Gerard Sutton labelling the collision "incidental", Souths superstar Latrell Mitchell has been charged for dangerous contact on Josh Addo-Carr.
Tiger Tim ready to fight ‘giraffe’ for world title belt
Squaring off against the tall Sebastian Fundora, Tim Tszyu has likened himself to a tiger taking on a giraffe as he looks to become a unified world champion.
Bulldogs driven by hurt of finals-scuppering loss
The Western Bulldogs missed out on finals last year because of a shock loss to West Coast and midfielder Adam Treloar is desperate to make amends.
Melbourne, Tasmania set for NBL title decider slugfest
Melbourne United will have home-court advantage for the deciding game of the best-of-five NBL championship series against the Tasmania JackJumpers.
Consistency key as Tigers’ Yze plots Sydney’s downfall
Richmond coach Adem Yze wants a consistent four-quarter performance from his winless Tigers in their battle with the red-hot Sydney Swans.
Boredom the key for Fremantle as the buzz and hype grow
Fremantle's 3-0 start to the season is their best since 2015, but they will face a big challenge against Carlton in Gather Round next week.
Frustrated Crows not giving up on AFL finals hopes
Adelaide's finals hopes are already on thin ice after slipping to a 0-3 record following their 35-point loss to Fremantle at Perth's Optus Stadium.
Broncos lock Carrigan fires without Haas to honour Webb
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan says the forwards must keep lifting without Payne Haas and revealed why winning the Carl Webb Medal against the Cowboys was special.
Fremantle rocket to 3-0 after beating winless Crows
Adelaide face a major battle to reach this year's finals after slipping to 0-3 following a 35-point loss to unbeaten Fremantle in Perth.
Reynolds genius fires Brisbane to big win over Cowboys
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds kicked North Queensland into oblivion in a performance that lifted his side to a 38-12 win at Suncorp Stadium.
Rebels leave Waratahs’ Super Rugby season in tatters
The Melbourne Rebels have consolidated their Super Rugby Pacific finals hopes and dented NSW's with a spirited win over the Waratahs in Sydney.
Carlton recruit Hollands ‘humbled’ by Blues support
Carlton Elijah Hollands has earned the respect of his new teammates after making up for an off-season mistake to play an important role in his Blues debut.
Bulldogs’ promise blunted by attack weapon’s injury
Canterbury's attack looked as threatening as it has in several seasons before Josh Addo-Carr's concussion on Friday.
‘Confident’ McKay powers Blues’ Good Friday romp
Carlton stars Harry McKay and Charlie Curnow have run riot against winless North Melbourne, kicking nine goals between them in a 56-point win at Marvel Stadium.
Rabbitohs hold off Dogs to ease pressure on Demetriou
South Sydney's lethal left edge has shown signs of kicking back into gear, as the Rabbitohs eased the pressure on Jason Demetriou by beating Canterbury 20-16.
Pies veteran Pendlebury avoids ban for whacking Neale
Collingwood star Scott Pendlebury can escape with a $2500 fine with an early guilty plea for his strike on Brisbane's two-time Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale.
Bennett backs Flegler to fill Tino void for Maroons
Dolphins prop Thomas Flegler can stake his claim for a starting Queensland jersey after the season-ending knee injury to Tino Fa'asuamaleaui.
Superstar rivals queueing up for a piece of Tszyu
Tim Tszyu is a wanted man, with Errol Spence the latest boxing big name to call out the Australian, who first must get past towering American Sebastian Fundora.
Upbeat skipper wants a Red-hot go against ACT Brumbies
Despite last week's loss to the Force, Queensland Reds captain Tate McDermott doesn't want his players to change too much when they take on the ACT Brumbies.
Wayne Bennett calls for patience on his coaching future
Off-contract Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has shut down talk of a return to South Sydney next year, saying his future will be revealed in due course.
Force told to stick to structures against Fijian flair
The Western Force will be aiming to make it two wins on the trot when they take on Fijian Drua in enemy territory on Sunday.
Holy Moses, Eels rookie set for another Blaize of glory
Cool-headed rookie Blaize Talagi is being backed to fill the Mitchell Moses-shaped void in Parramatta's spine ahead of a clash with Wests Tigers.
Fifita returns for Titans, Bennett backs Hasler’s nous
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler says star forward David Fifita will play against the Dolphins, as Wayne Bennett weighs in on the challenge facing the Titans mentor.
AFL drugs policy doesn’t cater for clean players: coach
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge says the AFL's illicit-drugs policy doesn't properly cater for clean players.
‘This is destiny’: Sydney relish ALW premiership chase
Thirsting for their fourth consecutive A-League Women premiership, Sydney FC are viewing their do-or-die clash against Melbourne Victory as destiny.
‘Stigmatised’ Bulldogs out to bury West Coast demons
The Western Bulldogs take on West Coast in round three and admit they haven't completely moved on from a shock defeat that curtailed last year's finals plans.
‘Glad to have the last name’: Geyer’s family legacy
Mavrik Geyer's debut in the second half against the Sydney Roosters brought a huge cheer as son followed father into NRL history.