Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane’s final selection call
A burst of hot spring weather influenced Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions in their selections for the AFL grand final at the MCG.
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Clarkson joins in Hawks’ 2013 premiership reunion
Four-time Hawthorn premiership player Jordan Lewis has confirmed coach Alastair Clarkson was part of this week's reunion for the team that won the 2013 flag.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘Can’t wait to play’: Sri Lankan batter cleared of rape
International Sri Lankan cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been found not guilty of raping a Tinder date by allegedly removing his condom without her consent.
Broncos’ Mam vows to play with ‘Benji flair’ in GF
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam watched Benji Marshall clips as a youth and says he will take the same expansive approach as Marshall did in 2005 into the NRL decider.
Magpies to name Lipinski as sub for grand final
Collingwood will make Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final against Brisbane as Lions defender Jack Payne looks unlikely for a recall.
‘Own the jersey’: Renouf still driving Broncos centres
Herbie Farnworth and Kotoni Staggs share a close bond with Brisbane legend Steve Renouf and are ready to heed his advice as they chase NRL grand final glory.
Vets Rich, Lester endure pleasure, pain of Lions’ rise
Dayne Zorko will play in the AFL grand final with brother-in-law Ryan Lester but says it "sucks" fellow Brisbane stalwart Daniel Rich won't be on the field too.
Magpies star backs Frampton to have grand final impact
Collingwood star Steele Sidebottom is confident Billy Frampton can play an important role in the AFL grand final after the versatile tall's unlikely call-up.
Matthews praises Fagan, calls Hawthorn claims ‘crap’
Leigh Matthews has called the Hawthorn racism allegations levelled against Brisbane coach Chris Fagan as "crap" as the Lions prepare for the AFL grand final.
Turuva’s safe hands play big part in Penrith mass gains
Sunia Turuva has been one of the most kicked-to wingers in the NRL this year, but it took until round 25 for the Penrith flyer to put one down.
Warrior Johnson doesn’t feel robbed by Dally M defeat
Warriors half Shaun Johnson insists Kalyn Ponga is a deserving Dally M Medal winner, adamant he does not feel robbed by losing to the Newcastle fullback.
Wallabies’ great Moore demands answers from Eddie Jones
Former Test skipper Stephen Moore says, as a player, he would find it difficult to play for Eddie Jones if the Wallabies coach was looking to switch to Japan.
Magpies and Lions hunt glory in showpiece grand final
Collingwood and Brisbane have taken different paths, with different methods, to reach Saturday's AFL grand final..
Billy Slater inks three-year extension as Maroons coach
Billy Slater's new deal as Maroons coach until 2026 has been hailed by QRL boss Ben Ikin, who identifies aspects of Mal Meninga and Craig Bellamy in his work.
‘Special’ captain Moore set for AFL’s grand stage
First-year Collingwood captain Darcy Moore is entirely his own man and it suits the Magpies just fine as they prepare for the AFL grand final.
Wallabies out to salvage pride against Portugal
The Wallabies, determined to make amends for their humbling by Wales, will hunt maximum points even if their World Cup hopes are gone when they face Portugal.
Marsh and Maxwell star in much-needed win over India
Mitchell Marsh led a storming batting display before Glenn Maxwell marked his return from injury by spinning Australia to a badly-needed 66-run win over India.
Star Sri Lankan batter not guilty of ‘stealthing’
International cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka has been acquitted of raping a Tinder date by allegedly removing his condom without her consent.
I wouldn’t have won Dally M without head knock: Ponga
Kalyn Ponga's maiden Dally M would likely not have been won if not for six weeks of introspection over his role and form, the Newcastle fullback admits.
Brisbane face AFL grand final call on Payne’s fitness
Brisbane face a call on whether defender Jack Payne is fit to return from an ankle injury for the AFL grand final while Collingwood could make just one change.
Sexual assault verdict looms for star Sri Lankan batter
International cricketer Danushka Gunathilaka is about to learn if he's been found guilty of raping a woman by allegedly removing his condom without her consent.