Extended AFL mid-season bye period here to stay
The AFL has dismissed calls to trim the mid-season bye period back to one or two weeks, following an extended four-week stretch this year.
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Blues star Curnow thriving despite knee issues
Carlton spearhead Charlie Curnow says he will need to manage knee soreness for the rest of his career but the Coleman medallist is flying despite the pain.
Rowell, Daicos graduate to become AFL’s Yin Yang rivals
Bulldozing Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell and Collingwood ace Nick Daicos have graduated from schoolyard teammates to AFL rivals.
‘Unacceptable’ Walsh will learn lesson: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the Broncos will help No.1 Reece Walsh improve his behaviour after the fullback was hit with a three-week suspension.
Penrith’s Leniu could be Fittler’s Origin answer
After two devastating State of Origin losses plagued by bench mismanagement, Penrith's Spencer Leniu looms as a possible saviour for the Blues.
Rory Lobb ready for heat from former Dockers teammates
Rory Lobb was the focus of Fremantle's attention in their last meeting and the Western Bulldogs tall is ready for another attack from his former teammates.
AFL not ready to hand West Coast a priority pick
West Coast have won just three of their last 40 games, prompting discussion around whether the fallen power club deserve draft assistance from the AFL.
Hammer’s Dolphins switch, O’Sullivan puts demons to bed
Dolphins halfback Sean O'Sullivan has full confidence in his body ahead of facing Brisbane as Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow moves to centre and Kodi Nikorima to No.1.
Richmond concede star forward Lynch could miss season
Richmond are prepared to keep Tom Lynch sidelined for the remainder of the AFL campaign as the star forward makes a steady return after breaking his right foot.
‘Brutal’ Origin axing won’t hurt star Shark Nicho Hynes
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says halfback Nicho Hynes remains ready to deliver for NSW despite being controversially culled from their Origin II line-up.
Lions keep Zorko in cotton wool for Tigers clash
Dayne Zorko is back from injury but remains out of the Brisbane Lions' side as coach Chris Fagan experiments with his line-up in the hunt for an AFL flag.
Williams advocates for Voice in Hall of Fame speech
Port Adelaide AFL premiership coach Mark Williams has delivered a stirring and passionate Hall of Fame induction speech to advocate for Indigenous footballers.
Stokes won’t rein in Robinson as more Ashes fire looms
England have backed Ollie Robinson to continue launching verbal grenades at Australia in the Ashes, confident it brings out the best in the quick.
Walsh cops three-game ban for ref spray, out of Origin
Brisbane's Reece Walsh has been found guilty of lashing out at referee Chris Butler during Sunday's loss to Gold Coast and will miss State of Origin III.
Cats heroes Bartel, Enright inducted into Hall of Fame
Jimmy Bartel and Corey Enright have become the latest Geelong legends to be added into the Australian Football Hall of Fame.
Hunt over, Broncos move on after Dragons saga
Insisting they remain confident in their current roster, Brisbane say they are not going to dwell on St George Illawarra's decision not to release Ben Hunt.
Tigers recall Laurie in glimpse into post-Brooks era
Wests Tigers have begun planning for life without Luke Brooks in 2024 and will blood a new halves pairing this weekend.
Cummins and co embrace life as Ashes problem-solvers
Australia's bowlers have become Test cricket's most important problem-solvers against England's all-out Bazball attack with the bat, and they love it.
Skelton can bring French ‘edge’ to Wallabies pack
Will Skelton will enjoy some rare time in Wallabies camp before the Rugby Championship and hopes his superb club form can transfer to the Test arena.
‘Biased’ Murray wants more Rabbitohs in Origin III
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray openly admits he's got skin in the game when calling for more Rabbitohs in NSW's squad for game three of State of Origin.
Barry Cable’s Hall of Fame removal ’25 years too late’
A woman repeatedly sexually assaulted by Australian rules identity Barry Cable says his axing from the sport's Hall of Fame took quarter of a century too long.
King’s call to arms as Suns experience AFL deja vu
Ben King is relishing the sense of occasion and feels opportunity is knocking on Gold Coast's door ahead of a crucial fortnight of AFL fixtures for the club.
Storm’s Munster to face Penrith despite ongoing illness
Melbourne are confident Cameron Munster will be available for their blockbuster clash with Penrith despite the star playmaker still battling illness.
Eagles coach Adam Simpson digs in amid fan outrage
West Coast coach Adam Simpson is adamant he's the right man to lead the club's rebuild, despite fans of the AFL's bottom side calling for him to step aside.
Bumbling Bunnies look to NZ escape to revive NRL season
Fallen premiership favourites South Sydney are looking forward to turning their NRL season around with a road trip to Auckland to face the Warriors.
‘We’re not where we want to be’: Luke Keary
As the Sydney Roosters struggle through a disappointing season, captain James Tedesco has come under major scrutiny for one of the first times in his career.
Flegler a big doubt for Origin III with foot injury
Queensland's Thomas Flegler is racing the clock to line up in the third State of Origin match after suffering a foot injury against Gold Coast in the NRL.
Kemeny and Pietsch happy for any Wallabies role
Josh Kemeny and Dylan Pietsch are happy to play anywhere from the back row to wing for a Test spot, after being among eight new faces in the Wallabies' squad.
Dees’ Oliver still out with lingering hamstring injury
Hamstrung Demon Clayton Oliver is set to miss two more games while Richmond midfielder Dion Prestia is unavailable for Thursday's match against Brisbane.
Sea Eagles swoop to sign Brooks on four-year NRL deal
Manly have signed Luke Brooks on a four-year contract starting in 2024 after prolonged speculation a fresh start could be just what the playmaker needs.
Tennis won’t be divided by Saudi interest: Tiley
Saudi Arabia is poised to invest in the ATP tour but Australian Open chief Craig Tiley is confident tennis won't be divided like how golf was split by LIV.