Nawaqanitawase achieves 89-year first in Roosters rout
Code-hopping superstar Mark Nawaqanitawase has bagged another try-scoring hat-trick to help pilot the Sydney Roosters into the NRL finals.
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Scintillating Cats topple Lions in AFL qualifying final
Geelong have beaten reigning premiers the Brisbane Lions by 38 points in the second AFL qualifying final to charge into a 14th preliminary final in 19 years.
Umpiring controversy revved up red-hot Geelong
Geelong star Max Holmes has revealed two controversial umpiring calls that led to Cam Rayner goals "pissed off" the Cats and motivated them against Brisbane.
Socceroos win – but here’s why Popovic isn’t satisfied
Tony Popovic will cop the teething pains of ugly Socceroos performances if it means they learn and are ready to rise to a higher level at next year's World Cup.
Geelong’s ‘marvel’ could ruck ‘n roll his way to glory
Versatile big man Mark Blicavs has stepped up massively in the ruck in Geelong's AFL qualifying final win over Brisbane, but that doesn't mean he'll stay there.
Season over for two Lions premiership heroes
The Brisbane Lions' premiership defence has been dealt two huge blows after Eric Hipwood and Lachie Neale were ruled out for the rest of the finals series.
‘No one respects us’: Wahs against the world in finals
The Warriors have a message for their doubters as they enter the NRL finals at the longest odds to win the premiership of any team still in contention.
‘Amazing what happens when valued’: Suns’ missing piece
John Noble has a complicated relationship with AFL finals but still played enough of them to be a source of wisdom this week for Suns teammates.
Alcaraz deals with a Djoker, now to exorcise a Sinner
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will meet for the third grand slam final in a row when they play for the US Open title.
Rabbitohs halfback faces late start to 2026 season
South Sydney will be without their halfback for the first two games of 2026 as they fight to recover from a dismal season.
‘Tragedy’: Dad fatally mauled by ‘obviously huge’ shark
A man killed by a shark while surfing leaves behind a wife and young daughter as beaches remain closed while authorities probe the species involved.
‘More than welcome’: Roosters coach eyes more Wallabies
The incredible transition of ex-Wallaby Mark Nawaqanitawase has prompted Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson to throw down the welcome mat to more rugby stars.
‘False promises’: players fume over Western United woes
Western United players have become free agents after their club was placed into A-Leagues hibernation, with the players' union demanding action.
Veteran forward retires as Dolphins rue finals fade-out
The Dolphins will not play finals this year but have plenty to look forward to in future as Kenny Bromwich announces his retirement from the NRL.
Let us pick when we play: Raiders ramp up finals push
Ricky Stuart claims minor premiers Canberra will be massively disadvantaged unless the NRL let them host Brisbane on Sunday in the first week of finals.
Knights hoping to send O’Brien out a winner
Newcastle have the chance to send Adam O'Brien out a winner when they face Parramatta at CommBank Stadium.
Suns secure breakthrough win for new coach Rhyce Shaw
Gold Coast have recorded their first AFLW win under new coach Rhyce Shaw, dominating GWS in the middle en route to a crucial 19-point victory.
Panthers book finals date with ‘beast’ Fisher-Harris
Penrith's win over St George Illawarra means they will face one of the chief architects of their premiership dynasty in the first week of the NRL finals.
‘Didn’t want to draw’: Wallabies in 86th-min thriller
The Wallabies have scored in the 86th minute to secure another remarkable comeback Test win, this time 28-24 over a slick Argentina in Townsville.
Hawks respond to Mitchell’s message, book spot in semi
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has praised his side for responding to a simple three-quarter time message after they powered past GWS and into a semi-final.
Storm lock down flyer until 2027, but door open for PNG
Melbourne have taken one of their key players off the market for 2027, meaning he cannot become a priority target for the Perth Bears' first roster.
Sharks’ finals confidence hit, Cowboys fly in NRLW
Tayla Preston helped orchestrate an upset win over her old team as the Bulldogs beat the Sharks in the NRLW, while the Cowboys thrashed the Dragons.
Schmidt’s O’Connor plan after latest Lynagh setback
Flyhalf Tom Lynagh will miss the next Wallabies Test and potentially the Bledisloe Cup after suffering a fourth concussion this year.
Titans comeback win gives Foran, Hasler super farewell
Gold Coast have launched a stunning second-half comeback to beat Wests Tigers 36-28 and send Kieran Foran and Des Hasler out as winners.
Next year, who knows?: Giants defiant after finals loss
The chase of a maiden premiership is over for GWS after a loss to Hawthorn, but coach Adam Kingsley already has his sights on next year.
Hawks star bounces back to form as Saints outclassed
Injury-hit Hawthorn have hit their straps on a windy night in Cairns and proved too good for St Kilda, who didn't kick a goal until well into the last quarter.
Dogs cop double blow on eve of NRL finals
Cronulla have sounded an ominous warning on the eve of the finals, beating Canterbury 24-6 as the Bulldogs lost two players to injury at the worst time.
Hard to Swallow: Dockers sunk late by Suns in thriller
Gold Coast will take on Brisbane in a blockbuster QClash semi-final at the Gabba after kicking a late behind to sink Fremantle by one point in Perth.
Dockers have five or six more cracks at the flag: Fyfe
Fremantle great Nat Fyfe says he was left feeling numb after his AFL career was brought to a close in a heartbreaking one-point loss to Gold Coast.
Glad Max: fastest ever F1 lap thwarts McLaren duo
Max Verstappen has taken a record-breaking pole at the Italian Grand Prix as Lando Norris pipped Oscar Piastri for a spot on the front row of the grid.
Time to knock Big Brother off Gabba perch: Hardwick
Gold Coast have lost their past 10 games at the Gabba, but they are confident they can buck history in the QClash semi-final against Brisbane.