Magpies to swoop on Gawn with dual rucks Cox, Cameron
Craig McRae has locked in big men Darcy Cameron and Mason Cox to play in Collingwood's qualifying final against Melbourne at the MCG.
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Webster’s Warriors rise no surprise to Panthers players
Andrew Webster attracted less fanfare than most coaches when he arrived at the Warriors, but the likes of Nathan Cleary knew what the club were getting.
Roosters star Radley ditches hothead tag for meditation
Sydney Roosters teammates have hailed Victor Radley's improved ability to keep his emotions in check.
Wallabies look to aerial targets in World Cup attack
The Wallabies plan to utilise the aerial strengths of their Rugby World Cup wingers including Suliasi Vunivalu, who embraced the tactic through his NRL career.
Neale’s added motivation boosts Lions’ AFL flag hunt
Lachie Neale's omission from this season's All-Australian team could play into the Brisbane Lions' hands in their qualifying final against Port Adelaide.
Ross Lyon’s hard edge key to Saints’ success in 2023
St Kilda players have dispelled the myth about coach Ross Lyon's so-called "cuddly" new persona, declaring the AFL taskmaster as tough as ever this season.
Reynolds claims he’s proven doubters wrong on longevity
Adam Reynolds has asked if those who questioned his longevity would have changed their stance after he helped Brisbane to the finals and NRL's top two.
Papenhuyzen ‘forever in Slater’s debt’ for Storm return
Storm's Ryan Papenhuyzen spent 405 days out of the NRL due to injury and says Billy Slater and his family's care, along with a Buddhist tenet, got him through.
How Broncos went from spoon to boom so fast: Staggs
In 2020 wooden spoons were hurled on the Broncos training field, but centre Kotoni Staggs says the players are now back in NRL finals after embracing the coach.
Blue-collar duo driving Knights in NRL finals campaign
Phoenix Crossland and Tyson Gamble might not be household names in the NRL but they have played an influential role in Newcastle's premiership tilt.
Fogarty finds upside in Raiders’ late halves shake-up
Jamal Fogarty believes he and Matt Frawley can make it work for Canberra after the surprise decision to move Jack Wighton out of the halves.
To’o, Tonegato take major Origin awards for Blues
Penrith winger Brian To'o and Cronulla fullback Emma Tonegato have been named NSW's players of the year in the men's and women's State of Origin series losses.
Hatcher and Perry take four to put Australia A on top
Australia A have bowled New Zealand A out for 277 on the first day of their pink-ball match, with Liam Hatcher and Mitchell Perry both taking four wickets.
Dixon ruled out for Port’s tough Gabba AFL finals test
While Port Adelaide had some good news, key forward Charlie Dixon has been ruled out of the Gabba qualifying final against Brisbane.
Rich confirms he will retire once Lions’ season ends
Defender Daniel Rich will retire at the end of Brisbane's finals campaign, ending his 275-game AFL career after only managing seven matches this season.
King confident he is ready for Saints’ finals return
St Kilda key forward Max King says his body is in good shape as he prepares for an elimination final against GWS at the MCG.
Hunger no issue as Penrith firm for historic three-peat
Penrith are just as hungry as in the past and even more experienced as they launch their final assault at a historic third straight NRL premiership.
To’o, Tonegato take major NSW’s Origin awards
Penrith winger Brian To'o and Cronulla fullback Emma Tonegato have been named NSW's players of the year in the men's and women's State of Origin series losses.
Warriors newcomers drive NRL title quest: Stacey Jones
Stacey Jones says the quartet of Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Dylan Walker, Marata Nikuore and Mitch Barnett have driven standards at the Warriors in 2023.
Reborn Sharks seek to flip script on finals failings
Cronulla haven't won a finals game since 2018 and retiring club great Wade Graham wants to change that against the Sydney Roosters.
Broncos’ Mam ready for Nelson re-match with no fear
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam was trampled by Melbourne giant Nelseon-Asofa Solomona at Suncorp Stadium last year but he's made key changes in mind and body since.
Roosters eye Joey Manu boost for Sharks finals clash
Reigning Golden Boot winner Joey Manu is set to be named by the Sydney Roosters as they head to Cronulla for Saturday's elimination final.
NRL stands by under-fire finals stadium policy
Andrew Abdo insists there is no need for the NRL to move finals matches to bigger stadiums, despite fans being locked out of sold-out suburban grounds.
Raiders won’t fear tough Knights trip: Elliott
Adam Elliott is warning Newcastle his ex-Canberra teammates will have no fear entering the Knights' cauldron for this weekend's do-or-die elimination final.
Croker doesn’t want to be pity pick for Raiders
Jarrod Croker didn't like his one NRL game on the bench and would rather not finish his Canberra career as a passenger.
AFL welcomes back Mark Thompson in grand final role
Troubled former Geelong coach and Essendon captain Mark Thompson will present the Jock McHale Medal to this year's AFL premiership coach.
Magpies’ Howe moves on from horror break as finals loom
Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe contemplated retirement after his horror arm break but is back firing for the Magpies' finals campaign.
‘Not a victim’: Olam hopes his Storm hardships inspire
Melbourne centre Justin Olam wants his many supporters in Papua New Guinea to know he coped with his shock axing by having the right mental approach.
Try-scoring record is Young’s parting gift for Knights
With a pair of four-pointers against St George Illawarra, Dom Young confirmed the most prolific try-scoring season of any player in Newcastle's history.
‘Invest in Sydney’: Aussie rules on the rise in NSW
Australian rules football is becoming the preferred sport for young women in NSW, with participation rates increasing by 60 per cent compared to 2022.
Hijikata craves more following breakout US Open run
Rinky Hijikata will be among nine Australian men in the world's top 100 following his inspired wildcard run to the US Open's last 16.