Demons hang on after mighty Suns AFL scare
Gold Coast have matched Melbourne's all-star midfield but fallen just short of a mighty AFL upset, pipped in an intense five-point AFL loss.
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Dolphins thrash Sharks to give Bennett magic 900th
Dolphins debutant Valynce Te Whare has scored a double in a stunning 36-16 win over Cronulla to give Wayne Bennett a perfect milestone match.
Firebirds mow down Magpies in Super Netball battle
Collingwood have suffered their fourth successive Super Netball defeat as the injury-hit Queensland Firebirds took control after halftime to win 73-67.
Fijiana Drua claim back-to-back Super W titles
Fijiana Drua are Super W champions once more after a 38-30 win over the Queensland Reds in Townsville.
Culley knee injury compounds West Coast’s woes
Young midfielder Jai Culley has been added to West Coast's long injury list after hurting his right knee during the 46-point loss to Richmond at the MCG.
Penrith ease pressure with hard-fought Magic Round win
Penrith's two-game NRL losing streak has come to an end, with fullback Dylan Edwards inspiring his side to a 18-6 win over the Warriors at Magic Round.
Prestia breathes life into Tigers’ AFL season
Richmond midfielder Dion Prestia has kicked three crucial goals in a 46-point win over West Coast, who lost promising youngster Jai Culley to a knee injury.
Victorious Cats hoping Dangerfield injury ‘minor’
Geelong superstar Patrick Dangerfield has suffered an injury to his left hamstring in the Cats' workmanlike 26-point AFL win against Adelaide at GMHBA Stadium.
Foran gets green light for Titans as Meninga pays visit
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook says the players have been boosted by a visit from Mal Meninga ahead of their Magic Round clash with Parramatta.
AOC seeks funding to boost prospects at home Games
The Australian Olympic Committee is calling for more funding for their member sports as they look to nurture athletes for the Queensland Games in 2032.
Warriors unfazed by Tigers’ interest in Shaun Johnson
The Wests Tigers have Kiwi veteran Shaun Johnson in their recruiting sights but Warriors coach Andrew Webster is not feeling threatened by their interest.
Hunt affirms commitment to Dragons, open to hooker role
St George Illawarra's Ben Hunt is open to remaining at hooker if the switch plays the Dragons into form and has affirmed his commitment to the struggling club.
Carlton’s Newman offered AFL ban for elbow on Neale
Carlton defender Nic Newman has been offered a one-game suspension after appearing to elbow Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale during the Blues' 26-point loss.
Fagan hails ‘tougher’ Lions after crushing Carlton
The Brisbane Lions are a "tougher" team than they have been in the past, coach Chris Fagan says.
Reynolds: Broncos’ best player Walsh ready for Origin
Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds has helped Reece Walsh find his best NRL form and it has meant reining in his desire to be involved in everything.
AFL issues lifetime bans in ongoing racism battle
Nine AFL supporters have been banned for life under a new zero-tolerance approach to racist behaviour at the football and on social media.
Why Croker wouldn’t listen to Stuart’s retirement call
Even after being told to retire by his coach Ricky Stuart, injury-plagued Canberra veteran Jarrod Croker knew he had more left in him.
Dragons’ latest loss a turn for the worse: Nightingale
St George Illawarra great Jason Nightingale believes his old club took a turn for the worse last week, which makes a win this weekend all the more essential.
David Fifita gets Slater tick for Maroons recall
He is not over the line yet, but Titans forward David Fifita has taken his game to new heights that Queensland coach Billy Slater has noted ahead of Origin.
Ban makes things harder for out-of-form Nanai: Payten
North Queensland second-rower Jeremiah Nanai has had a slow start to 2023 and a four-game suspension won't make things any easier, says coach Todd Payten.
No deal yet with Bayern Munich for Irankunda: Veart
Bayern Munich are among a batch of global football powers pitching to win the signature of Adelaide United's Nestory Irankunda, Reds coach Carl Veart says.
Seibold wants Schuster for Manly and Sharks showdown
Manly coach Anthony Seibold is sweating on the success of the reconditioning program undertaken by star No.6 Josh Schuster after two consecutive NRL losses.
Voss understands frustrated Carlton fans booing
Carlton supporters exited Marvel Stadium early against the Brisbane Lions but Blues coach Michael Voss understands their frustration.
Lions secure commanding win over disappointing Blues
The attacking Brisbane Lions have put in their best defensive display of the season to humble a disappointing Carlton by 26 points at Marvel Stadium.
Broncos thrash Manly with Cobbo hat-trick hero again
Brisbane have taken Manly to the cleaners in a 32-6 win, with Selwyn Cobbo continuing his stunning form against the Sea Eagles and Reece Walsh in superb touch.
Goodwin brace fires Reds to finals win over Wellington
Adelaide United captain Craig Goodwin has scored both goals in a 2-0 victory against Wellington Phoenix in their A-League Men elimination final.
Raiders make it four in a row in NRL Magic Round opener
Canberra have held off a Canterbury comeback to claim their fourth win on the trot and get the 2023 NRL Magic Round off to a high-octane start.
Luai relishes underdog status in NSW Origin battle
With his Penrith Panthers on the back foot, five-eighth Jarome Luai is relishing the challenge of proving his credentials for NSW State of Origin selection.
Kane Richardson left off Queensland’s state list
Australia's white-ball seamer Kane Richardson has been left off Queensland's list of state contracts, allowing him to pursue Twenty20 riches overseas.
Bennett threatens walk-out but 1227 is the magic number
Cryptic Wayne Bennett is in no mood to talk about his coaching achievements, leaving it to the statistics to reveal the full extent of his stellar record.
Bellamy ‘weeks’ away from call on coaching future
Craig Bellamy insists he is close to making a call on his NRL coaching future as he prepares Melbourne to face the team he rates as the current benchmark.