Brimson targets Test centre spot after Titans switch
Gold Coast's new centre AJ Brimson waxed lyrical about his move from fullback, one that he did not seek but a switch he intends to make a huge success.
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Webster cops huge ban in AFL’s concussion crackdown
The AFL's bid to crackdown on concussion has meant St Kilda's Jimmy Webster received a far greater suspension than he would have even 12 months ago.
Waratahs intent on backing up bumper win over Crusaders
The NSW Waratahs have wasted no time getting back to work after their stirring upset win over reigning Super Rugby Pacific champions the Crusaders.
Dockers suffer blow with Darcy to miss AFL season start
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy and emerging wingman Nathan O'Driscoll will both miss the early rounds of the AFL season through injury.
Key Tigers feeling refreshed under new coach Yze
Tiger coach Adem Yze has brought a new voice and freshness to Richmond, and key pair Liam Baker and Dion Prestia are soaking it all up.
Reath’s career-best not enough as Wolves tie Thunder
Australian forward Duop Reath hit five of his six three-point attempts to score a career-high 26 points in the Trail Blazers' loss to the Timberwolves.
Walters eyes options if Piakura ruled out for Broncos
Brisbane back-rower Brendan Piakura is racing the clock to play South Sydney next week after being concussed, but Kevin Walters says the club has depth to cope.
New Titans fullback Kini vows to honour Preston legacy
New Titans No.1 Keano Kini may be tiny, but he intends to play with the big heart of his idol Preston Campbell against St George Illawarra.
Stuart makes Strange call for Raiders against Knights
Ethan Strange has big shoes to fill at Canberra after being named to start at five-eighth in the club's season-opening trip to Newcastle on Thursday.
Cronulla to take no prisoners with future Shark AFB
Royce Hunt is pledging to meet the challenge of his future Cronulla teammate Addin Fonua-Blake head-on when the Sharks travel to Auckland in round one.
Dustin Martin in doubt for Tigers’ Hardwick reunion
Richmond star Dustin Martin has suffered a corked calf and the Tigers could be unwilling to risk him for their AFL opener against Damien Hardwick's Gold Coast.
Former Tiger Trent Cotchin to mentor Lions’ AFL leaders
Richmond's former premiership-winning captain Trent Cotchin will work with Brisbane's leaders in a new off-field role as the beaten grand finalists hunt a flag.
Jillaroos coach predicts multiple Americans in NRLW
The US could help fuel the next expansion of the NRLW, with Jillaroos coach Brad Donald predicting multiple Americans are good enough for the competition.
Dolphins selection shocks, Bromwich tips next captains
Dolphins skipper Jesse Bromwich has confirmed he'll retire at season's end and put forward two future candidates as Wayne Bennett made big selection calls.
‘Live your lives’: Cummins’ leadership inspired by mum
Pat Cummins says Australia's Test team have been encouraged to live broader lives while on tour, in part inspired by the death of his mother and COVID-19.
Hynes calls for Mam slur to be line in sand for NRL
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes has come out in support of Brisbane five-eighth Ezra Mam after an alleged racial slur by Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu.
Longmire backs Swans midfield after injury carnage
Without three injured experienced midfielders, Sydney coach John Longmire remains bullish ahead of his Swans' AFL round-one clash with Melbourne.
Fiji could follow USA in hosting NRL match in 2025
Melbourne are eying off playing a historic regular-season NRL game in Fiji in 2025, and are set to open talks with rivals and head office about the proposal.
Matildas star Kerr didn’t tell FA of harassment charge
Matildas captain Sam Kerr didn't tell Football Australia of her racial harassment charge, or her court appearance, says FA chief James Johnson.
Future uncertain as Raiders stalwarts enter new season
Canberra duo Elliott Whitehead and Josh Papali'i could be heading into their final NRL season, as a new generation of Raiders continue to stake their claim.
Clarkson under AFL scrutiny for ‘inappropriate’ comment
Alastair Clarkson has been issued a "please explain" by the AFL for an outburst towards two St Kilda players that allegedly included a homophobic slur.
St Kilda’s Webster cops landmark seven-game AFL ban
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been hit with the longest AFL suspension since 2018 after receiving a seven-game ban for his high bump on Jy Simpkin.
Queenslander rides his way to first elite cycling crown
Queensland cyclist Liam Walsh thrilled a parochial crowd by claiming the elite men's scratch race at the AusCycling Track National Championships in Brisbane.
WA boost prospects of making another Shield final
Dual defending champions Western Australia are within reach of making a third straight Sheffield Shield final after defeating Queensland by 146 runs.
Carlton star Walsh out indefinitely with back issue
Carlton will be without Sam Walsh for at least the first two games of their AFL season and potentially longer as the star midfielder deals with a back issue.
McSweeney helps SA hang on for dramatic Shield draw
NSW's hopes of making the Sheffield Shield final have been dealt a blow after falling agonisingly short of defeating South Australia on a dramatic final day.
Luai firms for Storm clash to begin Penrith exit tour
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary says Jarome Luai is close to getting the green light to play against Melbourne in Penrith's NRL season opener.
Manu wants rugby challenge but will return to Roosters
Joey Manu has confirmed he plans on finishing his career at the Sydney Roosters, but only after leaving for a stint in rugby union at the end of 2024.
Dolphin studies Drinkwater to hammer home advantage
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is watching North Queensland No.1 Scott Drinkwater's highlight reels to improve his ball-playing ahead of their clash.
Groin injury puts Munster in doubt for Storm opener
Cameron Munster is in major doubt for Melbourne's NRL round-one clash with premiers Penrith on Friday, battling a problematic groin issue.
Storm Hunter to spearhead Australia’s BJK Cup team
Doubles and singles star Storm Hunter has been named to spearhead Australia's Billie Jean King Cup team for their qualifier against Mexico in Brisbane.