Samoa defections weaken Australia: England
The decision of high-profile NRL players to switch their allegiance from Australia to Samoa has been welcomed by England captain Sam Tomkins.
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Kennett welcomes WorkSafe’s Hawthorn probe
Outgoing Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett has again criticised Indigenous players and their partners who went public with racism allegations against the club.
Tigers extend AFLW winning streak
Richmond lost Maddie Shevlin and Jess Hosking to injuries and had Kodi Jacques reported in their narrow AFLW comeback win over Gold Coast.
Yorke’s Bulls secure first Australia Cup
Macarthur FC have secured their first piece of silverware with a 2-0 win over Sydney United 58 in the Australia Cup.
Eels seek 2001-style ambush to win NRL GF
Parramatta remain outsiders for the NRL grand final but could find inspiration from one of the darkest days of their 36-year title drought to beat Penrith.
Panthers’ Staines savours NRL GF shot
Charlie Staines is savouring his recall to the Penrith starting side for the NRL grand final against Parramatta ahead of an uncertain off-season.
The last ride for Parramatta’s Niukore
Parramatta forward Marata Niukore is one of four departing Eels hoping for a fairytale finish to their time at the club.
Cowboys pact saves Australia more woes
Jeremiah Nanai and Murray Taulagi's pact to play for Australia together at the Rugby League World Cup has saved Mal Meninga more selection headaches.
Lions belt Bombers in rebound AFLW win
Brisbane welcomed back star defender Kate Lutkins after nine months out injured as they rebounded from last week's Richmond loss to beat Essendon in the AFLW.
Panthers thrash Devils in NRL State Champs
Hours before Penrith's third NRL grand final in three years the Panthers' NSW Cup team thrashed Queensland Cup premiers Norths Devils in the State Championship.
Demons crush Dockers with late AFLW blitz
Melbourne forward Kate Hore has kicked three goals to lead her side to a 30-point AFLW win over the Dockers at Fremantle Oval.
Knights beat Eels to seal first NRLW title
Newcastle are NRLW champions in just their second season after claiming a 32-12 grand final win over Parramatta.
Masterclass caps off Luke’s whirlwind year
A man-of-the-match performance against Norths Devils in the State Championship capped a whirlwind 12 months for Penrith journeyman Soni Luke.
Panthers crush Eels to win NRL grand final
Penrith have claimed back-to-back NRL premierships with a 28-12 defeat of Parramatta that cements their status as one of the most dominant sides of the NRL era.
Paine makes successful start to comeback
Former Australian Test captain Tim Paine has enjoyed a win as he returned to cricket in Tasmania's Premier League.
Cotton fires as Perth edge Bullets in NBL
Bryce Cotton has played a starring role as the Wildcats defeated the Brisbane Bullets by 14 points in Perth to spoil the NBL debut of Boomers big Aron Baynes.
Fans flock back to Sydney NRL decider
Accor Stadium's concourse was absolutely buzzing ahead of the western Sydney derby NRL grand final, but it was Penrith fans that went home happy.
Tedesco edges closer to Thurston with gong
James Tedesco has claimed his third players' player award to take him one shy of Johnathan Thurston, while Raecene McGregor was voted by players in the NRLW.
Eels’ plans backfire in Penrith loss
Parramatta troubled Penrith briefly in the NRL grand final but they only had themselves to blame as their premiership hopes fell apart at Accor Stadium.
Edwards stars in Panthers’ grand final win
Hard working fullback Dylan Edwards was instrumental in securing Penrith's second consecutive premiership at Accor Stadium on Sunday evening.
Parramatta player ratings for the NRL GF
Parramatta couldn't handle a powerful Penrith line-up in Sunday night's NRL grand final, losing 28-12 at Accor Stadium.
Cleary lauds Churchill winner Edwards
Industrious Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards has claimed the 2022 Clive Churchill Medal for best player in the NRL grand final.
Penrith want spot as modern era’s greatest
Penrith have set their sights on becoming the most dominant team of the modern era after taking back-to-back NRL titles with their 28-12 win over Parramatta.
Daddy’s home: Panthers’ last jibe in win
Still dressed in full jersey, James Fisher-Harris has delivered one last shot at western Sydney rivals Parramatta at Penrith's NRL grand final celebrations.
Panthers keen for World Club Challenge
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says his club is keen for a World Club Challenge with St Helens, in what would be the first edition of the tournament since 2020.
Mixed emotions after tough Parramatta loss
Parramatta might have reached the NRL's grand final, but a 28-12 thrashing at the hands of Penrith showed how far they need to go to win a title.
Blues’ McKay signs seven-year AFL deal
Carlton forward Harry McKay has become the latest AFL star to sign a long-term contract, inking a new seven-year deal with the Blues.
Johnson snubbed as Kiwis’ RLWC squad named
New Zealand coach Michael Maguire has opted against picking Shaun Johnson in his squad for the Rugby League World Cup, which kicks-off in England this month.
Premiers Penrith rally around unlucky May
Taylan May's Penrith teammates have been quick to assure the winger he was a crucial member of the premiership team, even if he didn't make it onto the field.
Injury fears for Matildas’ Kyah Simon
Football Australia are waiting to hear the full extent of Kyah Simon's injury after the striker was stretchered from the field while playing for Tottenham.
Act fast on AFL racism row: Hawk Kennett
Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett hopes an AFL investigation into alleged racism at his club can be completed by Christmas.