Dolphins bad boy back for finals tilt, set to extend
Dolphins enforcer Felise Kaufusi returns from suspension after a "sloppy" tackle gone wrong to boost his side's finals chances as a contract extension looms.
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Opetaia faces prospect of Turkey title defence
Australia's pound-for-pound king Jai Opetaia could be forced to defend his IBF cruiserweight title in Istanbul.
It stings: the big regret for Port’s departing coach
As he approaches his last game in 13 seasons as Port Adelaide coach, Ken Hinkley says he's staggered he lasted so long.
Penrith ponder Yeo’s comeback, Mitchell still out
Isaah Yeo, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Marcelo Montoya are among the key players rated a chance to return from injury for this weekend's NRL games.
Power star to miss Hinkley farewell after ban upheld
Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines has failed in his bid to overturn his three-match ban for a high bump that left Carlton's Cooper Lord concussed.
Coach weighs in as AFL grants Crows’ wish over slur ban
A rival coach says Adelaide star Izak Rankine shouldn't be demonised as he awaits a looming ban from the AFL for making a homophobic slur.
Time is now for Walker brothers to coach in NRL
Ipswich Jets chairman Steve Johnson has given Ben and Shane Walker the ultimate accolades as coaches as he explains why they must get an opportunity in the NRL.
Bronco Ben walks like an Egyptian into NRL dream
Brisbane mature-age rookie prop Ben Talty is proving to be a wrecking ball off the bench, while importing Egyptian oils for his exotic fragrance brand.
Tomic turns back clock, US Open main draw in reach
A resurgent Bernard Tomic is two wins away from his first US Open main draw appearance since 2017, but there are injury concerns for another Australian.
Love for both: Finefeuiaki has Tonga and Samoa in heart
Dolphins forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki is set to make his Tonga debut but his family background means Samoa also tugs at his heartstrings.
‘It sucks’: Garrick’s pain during Manly’s costly loss
Reuben Garrick will not play again this season after a mid-game shoulder injury that left the outside back powerless to prevent Manly's loss to Wests Tigers.
Western Utd given boost in A-Leagues licence fight
Embattled Western United have received an extension to their appeal against having their A-Leagues licence stripped as they attempt to keep their club alive.
Brisbane forward stocks take a further injury hit
Brisbane's forward stocks have taken a further battering with Jack Gosiewski set for an extended absence after having surgery on a fractured collarbone.
Lions forward out with dodgy calf, Berry still a chance
Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood might not play again until the preliminary final, but Jarrod Berry is still a chance to feature against Hawthorn on Sunday.
Saints, Nas aim to ‘shift the dial’ after massive deal
Now Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has become the AFL''s first $2 million player, he and St Kilda are targeting a finals return.
Star Crow still waiting for homophobic slur ban
Adelaide's Izak Rankine remains uncertain how long he'll be banned by the AFL for using a homophobic slur, with a verdict now expected on Wednesday.
‘Two-game season’: Suns aim to seal first finals spot
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is upbeat about their two season-defining games in round 24, despite the grief that shrouded their loss to GWS.
‘No fear’: Suaalii, Wallabies ready for Boks’ backlash
Superstar centre Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii insists the Wallabies have nothing to fear about taking on the smarting Springboks in the Rugby Championship return bout.
Brave Munro credits late mother for fighting spirit
Tyrone Munro has credited his late mother's wisdom for helping him through personal tragedy and professional setbacks at South Sydney.
No stopping Zorko as Lions ‘legend’ status awaits
Ryan Lester has hailed Dayne Zorko's longevity, versatility, charisma and stubbornness ahead of the Brisbane Lion's 300th AFL game this weekend.
‘Comfortable’ Canterbury warned to fix mindset
Canterbury's Stephen Crichton and Viliame Kikau want to see the inconsistent Bulldogs improve their mindset when they travel to Melbourne in round 25.
Broncos superstar to make big call on Samoa defection
Payne Haas is set to switch international allegiances, delivering an almighty boost to Samoa's hopes of winning a World Cup.
Three Aussies ruled out of northern white-ball games
Australia have had to make multiple changes for their white-ball games against South Africa, ruling out two allrounders and a speedster due to injury.
Star Blue returns, GWS without two gun forwards
GWS will have to overcome fellow finals contenders Gold Coast without Jesse Hogan and Jake Stringer, while Collingwood have dropped a pair of veterans.
Eagles bullish AFL’s $2 million man will stay
West Coast are confident they can stave off their Victorian rivals and re-sign Harley Reid, but all signs point towards Oscar Allen leaving the club.
‘He’ll make a great coach’: Dees boss on milestone man
Melbourne's interim coach Troy Chaplin believes defender Steven May, who plays his 250th AFL game this weekend, could be a great coach.
Paro walks walk, talks talk as star status looms
Australian boxer Liam Paro, two wins away from becoming a two-time world champion, thinks he's ready for some overdue domestic attention.
‘Very confronting’ injury steels Manly in finals fight
Jake Trboejvic's concussion rocked teammate and brother-in-law Corey Waddell, who says Manly are looking at their fallen lock as motivation in the finals fight.
‘Rage’ drives ‘Punky’ as end looms for Hawthorn great
Three-time Hawthorn premiership player Luke Breust will retire at the end of this season, ending a career that featured more than 300 games and 500 goals.
Freo’s comeback kings told: ‘No more mulligans’
Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce bailed his team out of trouble last week against Port, but the Dockers can't afford to give Brisbane a head start on Friday night.
Leniu’s energy ‘key’ for Roosters in pivotal clash
The Sydney Roosters and Canterbury will play in a match that has finals permutations for both sides on Friday night.