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.
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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.
Giants prepare for Daicos as Blues swing selection axe
GWS coach Adam Kingsley says if Collingwood young gun Nick Daicos is allowed to, he will play well on his return from injury in their preliminary final.
Richmond confirm Adem Yze as Hardwick’s successor
Richmond have confirmed experienced Melbourne assistant Adem Yze as their new permanent senior coach.
Inexperienced Blues to ride the wave of AFL prelim
Former Swan George Hewett is a rare Blue with preliminary final experience but is adamant Carlton can attack their clash with Brisbane on the front foot.
Fittler to be made to wait on NSW coaching future
Brad Fittler is unlikely to be told at September's NSW Rugby League board meeting whether he has retained his job as Blues State of Origin coach.
Questions hang over Magpies ahead of Giants prelim test
Collingwood will start as favourites in front of a loud pro-Magpies MCG crowd on Friday night holding no fears for GWS and their surging finals campaign.
Port chairman backs coach Hinkley after finals flop
Port Adelaide chairman David Koch is backing coach Ken Hinkley despite a straight-sets exit from the AFL finals.
To’o and Crichton prepare for emotional last hurrah
Stephen Crichton says telling Brian To'o he'd signed with Canterbury was the hardest part of leaving Penrith, as the Panthers pair prepare to go separate ways.
Armstrong’s NBL move helps Taipan reach Giddey heights
A longtime teammate of Josh Giddey, Taran Armstrong has cut short his college career and returned to the NBL in an effort to join his friend in the NBA.