Aerial weapon Warbrick for Storm debut in season opener
Code-hopper Will Warbrick will make his NRL debut for Melbourne in their season-opener against Parramatta as the Storm enter the season with a huge injury toll.
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Lions’ Rayner defensive AFL experiment to continue
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is keen to see how Cam Rayner performs in his new defensive role in the AFL practice match against Geelong.
Five Lions put hand up to replace Zorko as captain
The Brisbane Lions are poised to name a new captain to replace Dayne Zorko, after coach Chris Fagan and a panel whittled down a list of five hopefuls.
Pressure on Raiders to cap champion careers with titles
Canberra prop Joe Tapine admits the Raiders' premiership window could be closing soon, with some club legends hitting the twilight of their careers.
Tigers go back to the future for 2023 NRL season
The Wests Tigers are banking on a familiar formula from their golden era to lift them out of the NRL cellar in 2023.
Centre move unlikely for Garrick at Manly in 2023
Reuben Garrick has revealed he is preparing as if he will spend the entire season playing on the wing at Manly, with his proposed switch to centre put on ice.
Jayden Sullivan wins race for Dragons’ No.6 jersey
Jayden Sullivan has won the battle to start the NRL season at five-eighth for St George Illawarra, with Jack Bird to play lock.
Townsend excited yet wary of NRL parity
Chad Townsend anticipates a tighter fight for top eight spots this season as parity between NRL sides grows stronger.
Sudanese refugee chases basketball dream in Australia
Manyiel Wugol's story is one of perseverance and dedication to a friend whose basketball career was cut short.
Why Nicho Hynes wants to end his NRL career at Cronulla
Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes has outlined his passionate plan to stay at Cronulla for the rest of his NRL career and what's driving the pin-up playmaker.
Dolphins kickers get ‘Rich’ thanks to AFL Lions maestro
The kicking nous of the AFL's best continues to influence the NRL with Dolphins half Sean O'Sullivan receiving tuition from Brisbane whiz Daniel Rich.
Alastair Clarkson defends temper after latest clash
While North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson apologised for his latest run-in, he says he was defending the club's players and staff.
Cats dealt blow with Jack Henry to undergo foot surgery
Geelong defender-turned-forward Jack Henry will undergo surgery after injuring his foot in a practice match against Hawthorn.
Papali’i shrugs off calf concerns before Raiders opener
Canberra prop Josh Papali'i has backed himself to beat a calf injury in time to play in the Raiders' NRL season opener against North Queensland.
Thomas warned on behaviour as he returns to Kangaroos
While North Melbourne are pleased with Tarryn Thomas' progress in changing his off-field behaviour, he's been warned that must continue.
Ramien the latest star back to re-sign with Cronulla
Strike centre Jesse Ramien is the latest star back to recommit to Cronulla, saying he reckons the Sharks can win the NRL premiership in 2023.
Bomber Dyson Heppell struck down by foot injury
Former Essendon skipper Dyson Heppell has suffered a low-grade foot sprain and is in doubt for the round-one AFL clash with Hawthorn.
Starc to return for Australia’s third Test in India
Mitchell Starc has declared himself a certain starter for Australia's third Test in India but admits he will be far from 100 per cent fit.
Walsh set to miss Penrith game in another Broncos blow
Pat Carrigan expects the Broncos will rest injured Reece Walsh against Penrith, and says losing two stars to the Dolphins has been 'tough'.
NRL, RLPA more aligned than ever on key CBA matters
Rugby League Players Association director Wade Graham has claimed the union and NRL are aligned on most key issues in the pay war as peace looms.
Dolphins six guns Milford, Katoa in High Noon shootout
Dolphins halfback Sean O'Sullivan has confidence in whichever of Isaiya Katoa or Anthony Milford wears the No.6 jersey as the duo swapped the role in training.
NRL superstar Hynes’ emotional plea for jailed mum
Reigning Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes says supporting his mother in jail is proving to be the toughest time of his life ahead of Cronulla's NRL season opener.
Docker Luke Jackson ruled out with head knock
Fremantle big man Luke Jackson isn't in doubt for round one but will sit out this week's practice match against Port Adelaide after suffering a head knock.
Elliott fit for Knights’ NRL season opener at Warriors
Adam Elliott has declared himself fit for Newcastle's NRL season opener against the Warriors, after spending the off-season battling a hip injury.
Dangerfield looks to the future as Geelong captain
New Geelong leadership duo Patrick Dangerfield and Tom Stewart are both genuine locals at the AFL's only regional club.
Leniu becomes latest Panther to tell club he’s leaving
Spencer Leniu has told Penrith he will leave the club at the end of this NRL season, with the prop expected to sign with the Sydney Roosters.
Dragons duo have regret, not ill-will after Mudgee row
Zane Musgrove and Mikaele Ravalawa insist they are on good terms after the St George Illawarra pair were fined over a spat in Mudgee.
Aussie men scrape into soggy LA Sevens rugby quarters
Australia were upset by Kenya on the opening day of the World Rugby Sevens series in Los Angeles and were fortunate to scrape into the quarter-finals.
Late Irankunda blast snatches point for Reds in ALM
A dramatic late blast from teenager Nestory Irankunda has earned Adelaide United a 1-1 draw with Melbourne Victory in the first A-League Men Pride Cup.
Coletta wins TPS Hunter Valley on fourth playoff hole
Victorian Brett Coletta has won his first professional golf tournament, prevailing on the fourth playoff hole at the TPS Hunter Valley.
Townsville, Southside to fight for top spot in WNBL
Townsville have won another thriller as the Southside Flyers thumped the Melbourne Boomers again and Perth replaced Bendigo in the WNBL top four.