Dockers back in Fyfe to rebound against Roos
Former Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe had a tough start to the AFL season against St Kilda but his teammates are backing him to regain his magic touch.
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Duke, Behich keen to drive Socceroos forward
Mitch Duke and Aziz Behich say they want to stick around and create more memories with the Socceroos after reaching the round of 16 at last year's World Cup.
Storm half Pezet looks to learn from game’s greats
Having scored a try in his NRL debut, exciting young halfback Jonah Pezet says he's trying to learn from some of the game's greats at Melbourne.
Port great Boak pushing for return from injury
Port Adelaide's former captain Travis Boak is pressing to return from a fractured rib and play against Collingwood at the MCG.
Robertson to follow Foster as All Blacks coach
New Zealand Rugby has appointed Crusaders coach Scott Robertson as the next All Blacks mentor, starting after this year's World Cup.
No shirking Lions’ limp AFL start: Andrews
Brisbane Lions co-captain Harris Andrews says the team has owned their poor first-round showing v Port Adelaide ahead of another stern test against Melbourne.
Former Bronco Milford a chance as Dolphins eye Brisbane
Anthony Milford has trained in the halves as cover for Isaiya Katoa, ahead of what could be a spicy Dolphins debut against his former NRL club Brisbane.
Goodwin says Pickett ban a reminder never to bump
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he now tells his players not to bump, in the wake of their star utility Kysaiah Pickett being banned for two games.
NRL defend Eels horror run of rivals after byes
The NRL has insisted there was no oversight in the season draw, with Parramatta handed three games in a row against rivals who are fresh off a bye.
Strong Port win won’t change coach Hinkley’s approach
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says not even a stunning round-one win has changed his outlook as he continues to wait on new contract talks.
NRL flags closest start to season since 1975
The NRL has had its closest start to a season since 1975, with an average winning margin of only 8.58 points through three rounds and only three teams unbeaten.
Souths hail one of the greats as John Sattler dies
Rugby league great John Sattler has died aged 80, with tributes flowing from South Sydney officials, the NRL and the Prime Minister.
Bateman hoses down injury concern, sees huge task ahead
Wests Tigers recruit John Bateman has rejected claims an ankle injury delayed his start to the NRL season, but is well aware of the job ahead at his new club.
Raiders hooker Levi to miss 8-10 weeks injured
Canberra hooker Danny Levi is out until at least round 12 after breaking his jaw early in the NRL win over Cronulla.
Penrith’s new left edge doing it their own way: Tago
Centre Izack Tago says Penrith's new-look left edge are intent on finding their own way after Viliame Kikau's departure and an injury to Taylan May.
Anger management not just a Walker problem: Cook
Cody Walker's Souths teammates won't be asking the five-eighth to tone his aggression down any time soon despite a contrary conduct charge over the weekend.
Demons back Pickett to fire on return from AFL ban
Kysaiah Pickett starred in Melbourne's season-opening win but won't play again until round four after he was hit with a two-match suspension for rough conduct.
Schuster revived by DCE’s warning about short career
Daly Cherry-Evans warned Josh Schuster he was headed for a short, wasted NRL career if he didn't make use of his talent and turn things around at Manly.
Adelaide’s McAdam sent to AFL tribunal over bump
Adelaide forward Shane McAdam will head to the AFL tribunal after being charged with rough conduct for his bump on GWS' Jacob Wehr.
Broncos on rival Kaufusi’s side at NRL judiciary
Dolphins forward Felise Kaufusi will seek to downgrade a dangerous contact charge at the judiciary and has found an unlikely ally in Broncos rake Billy Walters.
Legal fight with world boxing champ not over: promoter
Boxing promoter Dean Lonergan says his legal fight with world champion Jai Opetaia is not over, denying that the 27-year-old has landed a knockout blow.
NRL backs heat policy after playing through scorchers
The NRL has the power to delay games just before kick-off in the future due to extreme heat, with the Canterbury-Wests Tigers match almost pushed back.
Back injury rules Mooy out of Socceroos friendlies
Midfielder Aaron Mooy will miss the Socceroos' upcoming friendlies against Ecuador with a back injury, with defender Ryan Strain called up as his replacement.
Could Mitch Marsh be Australia’s World Cup opener?
Mitch Marsh's stunning form in India has raised the question about whether he should be given an opening role for the ODI World Cup as well.
Wembley beckons again for Kerr as Chelsea progress
Matildas captain Sam Kerr has reached another Women's FA Cup semi-final after Chelsea beat Reading, while Manchester United, Brighton and Aston Villa also won.
Flegler wants a Broncos title before joining Dolphins
Brisbane prop Tom Flegler will join the Dolphins next year but has sent a message to his derby opponents' skipper that he won't be intimidated on Friday night.
Why Dolphins enforcer Gilbert never considered Broncos
Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert is tough and thoughtful, and when he decided to return to Brisbane to be closer to family it was only the Dolphins he spoke to.
Nicho Hynes due back as Sharks look to steady NRL ship
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says his players' failure to stick to their roles cost them dearly after a narrow 24-20 loss to Canberra on Sunday night.
Red-hot Raider Horsburgh delivers double in career game
Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh scored two tries in the Raiders' narrow win against Cronulla, with his coach heaping praise on his blossoming maturity.
Gordon, Hunt net first ALW goals as Wanderers beat Roar
Western Sydney has secured its fifth win and second-most successful ALW season by wins in club history after beating Brisbane Roar 3-1 on Sunday.
Raiders off the mark with thriller win against Sharks
Canberra have won their first game of the NRL season, hanging on in a nail-biting finish to beat Cronulla 24-20 at GIO Stadium.