Walters defends Reece Walsh after clash with NRL fan
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has been caught in a verbal exchange with a young Penrith supporter at the NRL's grand final fan day.
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Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is happy to claim underdog status for their grand final clash with Collingwood at the MCG.
Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight
Surviving a Richmond fightback, Fremantle have posted a seven-point win over the Tigers to force their way back into the AFLW top eight.
Magpie Ginnivan comes full circle in premiership tilt
Collingwood livewire Jack Ginnivan will finish off a rollercoaster year in the starting 22 on grand final day, delighting friend and teammate Isaac Quaynor.
Panthers ironman Yeo braces for one last NRL marathon
As he aims to down a Brisbane pack containing Payne Haas, Penrith's Isaah Yeo has emerged as the ultimate barometer for NRL forward durability.
Lions’ Dunkley ready for shutdown role in AFL decider
Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley shapes as the obvious option to tag Collingwood dynamo Jordan De Goey in the AFL grand final but he's prepared for all comers.
Broncos pack today better than 2006 champions: Hannant
Premiership-winning props Ben Hannant and Petero Civoniceva have hailed the "scary potential" of Brisbane's forwards, calling them better than the 2006 vintage.
Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies’ AFL flag plans
Collingwood's Isaac Quaynor carries a chip on his shoulder into the AFL grand final after being torched by Brisbane livewire Charlie Cameron this season.
Magpie Frampton delights in grand final elevation
Billy Frampton has played 39 AFL games across nine years at three clubs but is Collingwood's fairytale inclusion for the grand final against Brisbane.
Nevin seeks to build on her promise with Leicester City
There are more than a dozen Australians in England's Women's Super League but few are maturing as fast as Leicester City's Courtney Nevin.
Coach Cleary keeps cool head in bid for NRL three-peat
Ivan Cleary rarely gets flustered, with Penrith's players crediting his success as an NRL coach in part to his calm nature.
Tom Hooper will use Wallabies’ pain as fuel for future
Australia flanker Tom Hooper says he will never move on from the Wallabies' record loss to Wales - but thinks it will spur him for future World Cup success.
NRLW grand finalists back themselves to handle the heat
Temperatures are expected to stretch beyond 30C during the NRLW grand final but both Newcastle and Gold Coast have shrugged at the weather forecast.
Daley not interested in NSW State of Origin return
Laurie Daley has ruled himself out of consideration for the NSW State of Origin coaching role vacated by Brad Fittler.
Me against the world: Hate can’t break Penrith’s Luai
Penrith star Jarome Luai is on the brink of a third-straight premiership, but he's still one of the most divisive players in the NRL.
Fagan finds calm amid crisis to reach new Lions heights
Chris Fagan's players have lauded the Brisbane Lions coach's ability to block the outside noise and find a new level of calm to guide them into the AFL final.
How Gold Coast shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final
Penpix of Gold Coast's team for the NRLW grand final against Newcastle.
How Newcastle shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final
Penpix of Newcastle's team for the NRLW grand final against Gold Coast.
Brisbane search for answers to deny Penrith three-peat
Brisbane may have the ingredients needed to beat Penrith - but denying the Panthers an NRL three-peat in the grand final remains the most daunting of tasks.
Leniu, Smith go from frenemies to grand final teammates
Lindsay Smith and Spencer Leniu spent years clashing in the Penrith District Rugby League. Now, they're two days from becoming grand final teammates.
Brisbane’s AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act
Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko has seen the popularity of his AFL team surge this season despite the city's NRL team also storming to a grand final.
Matthews plays down MCG factor for AFL grand final
Triple Brisbane premiership coach Leigh Matthews does not believe the Lions' poor recent record at the MCG will be a determining factor in the AFL grand final.
Bronco Billy’s following famous uncles in grand final
Brisbane No.9 Billy Walters has silenced the doubters ahead of the NRL grand final, where he aims to emulate the feats of his famous hooker uncles.
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.
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.