History awaits Garner on rare rise from last to first
Penrith's Luke Garner has put himself on the verge of becoming the third player of the NRL era to go straight from the wooden spoon to winning a grand final.
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Adelaide thrash GWS to continue hot AFLW season start
Adelaide have had minimal trouble posting a big win against GWS on Saturday afternoon, beating the Giants by 69 points at Manuka Oval.
Loss in NRLW semi still hurts: Roosters captain Kelly
The Sydney Roosters are out to right the wrongs of last year's shock NRLW semi-final loss, which still haunts captain Isabelle Kelly.
‘Spooked’ Wallabies ready for Wales challenge: Slipper
James Slipper, the most experienced player in the rookie Wallabies outfit, says they've fixed their problems ahead of their key World Cup clash with Wales.
Collingwood rule injured McStay out of AFL grand final
Collingwood forward Daniel McStay has been ruled out of the AFL decider in a "worst nightmare" scenario after injuring his knee in the preliminary final.
Voss welcomes rough stuff as Blues plan Gabba heist
Carlton coach Michael Voss has welcomed any rough treatment that might come his side's way in an AFL preliminary final against his former Brisbane Lions club.
Broncos unveil plan to thwart Warriors star Johnson
The Broncos will be on a mission to cut down Warriors playmaker Shaun Johnson's time and space in the preliminary final at Suncorp Stadium..
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
‘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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alexander steps down as NSW Origin overhaul looms
Brad Fittler has pitched several changes to his NSW State of Origin support staff for 2024, with Greg Alexander and Paul McGregor having already stepped down.
NRLW’s Broncos doing it for teammates Hunt, Gould
Brisbane's NRLW side will have Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould in their hearts when they run out for this weekend's semi-final.
History suggests preliminary finals aren’t predictable
The NRL's preliminary finals shape up as the most predictable in years, but history suggests both matches are rarely straight forward.
Magpies edge GWS to soar into AFL grand final
Collingwood have advanced to next week's AFL season decider after posting a dramatic one-point win over GWS in Friday night's preliminary final.
New Tigers coach Yze sets sights on top-four finish
As first-year coach Adam Kingsley leads GWS into a once-unlikely preliminary final, new Richmond mentor Adem Yze outlines his dream of replicating that feat.