History beckons after Brumbies book Super Rugby semi
The Brumbies must make history against the Chiefs to win a Super Rugby Pacific final berth after a Billy Pollard double swept aside the Hurricanes in Canberra.
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Broncos blackout of Titans gives Reynolds a great 300th
Brisbane relieved pressure on coach Michael Maguire with a 44-14 win over Gold Coast, their first victory since April in Adam Reynolds' 300th game.
Smith set for quick return to bolster red-hot Cats
Bailey Smith's stint on the sidelines with a hamstring injury is set to be a short one, with Geelong coach Chris Scott tipping a return against Essendon.
Power guns fire in pressure-relieving win over Giants
With coach Ken Hinkley under the pump, Port Adelaide have fought out a 16-point win over GWS in Canberra to snap a four-game losing run.
‘No excuse for it’: Hasler fumes over new Titans low
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler has launched into his players after a diabolical first half in the 44-14 loss to Brisbane.
Fitness watch for star Giant ahead of huge Lions clash
After losing to Port Adelaide, Greater Western Sydney face the daunting task of taking on Brisbane at the Gabba with a cloud over Toby Greene's fitness.
Injured Huni counts cost of world title near-miss
Justis Huni will likely require surgery after suffering a 10th-round knockout in a WBA interim world title fight he had dominated against Fabio Wardley.
One year on: Dees know past pain won’t daunt Petracca
Melbourne star Christian Petracca is ready to attack the King's Birthday blockbuster, one year on from the collision that caused him serious internal injuries.
Mal’s Mission: How Meninga plans to poke the Bears
NRL Immortal Mal Meninga says it is a 'great privilege and responsibility' to be appointed head coach of the Perth Bears.
Popovic delivers special message after Japan success
The Socceroos are on cloud nine after defeating Japan for the first time since 2009, but a desperate Saudi Arabia lie in wait in Jeddah.
‘No-excuse’ mantra driving Warriors’ record year in Oz
The Warriors are on track for their best ever season in Australia, having already won more games in the country than in most years in the club's history.
Broncos star axed as Walsh gives Maguire new hope
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says the axing of Selwyn Cobbo is all about "standards" while the return of fullback Reece Walsh has come at just the right time.
How rejection put Montemurro on a path to Matildas gig
Joe Montemurro was overlooked when the Matildas needed a coach in 2020 but, as he explains, it proved one of many key steps in a winding path to the top job.
Tasmania’s AFL saga ’embarrassing’ for our state: Paine
Former Test star Tim Paine feels Tasmania is the "laughing stock" of rival states as its planned AFL entry hangs in the balance because of political upheaval.
‘You’re accepted, you’re loved’: Galvin a hit at Dogs
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury teammates have made a special effort to welcome the high-profile mid-season signing into the fold.
Danger ready to fire as Cats eye Suns’ top-four spot
Patrick Dangerfield has overcome his latest hamstring setback and will bolster a Geelong outfit that has history on its side for the home clash with Gold Coast.
Knights coach sorry for criticising frustrated fans
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has apologised for saying the home fans who booed the Knights do not understand rugby league.
Devils call for ‘sanity’ with AFL licence under threat
AFL expansion team the Tasmania Devils are under threat as the state heads towards another election which could delay the building of a new stadium.
‘Without a doubt’: Dragon tipped to bounce back to NRL
Tyrell Sloan has been axed from St George Illawarra's first-grade side for round 14, but coach Shane Flanagan is expecting the winger to bounce back.
‘I disagree – a lot’: Leishman whacks LIV Golf doubters
After qualifying for next week's US Open, Australian star Marc Leishman says it's rubbish to suggest LIV Golf players can't compete at the major championships.
Kiss goodbye to doubts about safety of betting on Reds
History suggests the Queensland Reds don't stand a chance in Christchurch, but coach Les Kiss has seen evidence to suggest they can upset the Crusaders.
Star duo return for Dolphins, but Stone ruled out
The return of key forwards Jeremy Marshall-King and Max Plath gives the Dolphins more ammunition to fire at St George Illawarra on their climb up the ladder.
Suns’ top-four spot on line in Geelong ‘litmus test’
Finals hopefuls Gold Coast head to Geelong for the first time in four years, facing a huge test and hell-bent on strengthening their grip on a top-four spot.
Crows tap into Lions defector’s inside intelligence
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has tapped into his new coaching director's inside knowledge of Brisbane ahead of Friday night's game.
Bears’ huge task revealed as coach announcement looms
The Perth Bears have a mighty task to become competitive from the outset as history shows how expansion clubs typically struggle in their early seasons.
NRL hands bans, $35k in fines to player agents
Two NRL player agents, who between them manage such household names as Josh Addo-Carr and Benji Marshall, have received bans and fines from the league.
‘What is Wardy?’: Kingsley’s key message to Giants
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has implored his team to borrow a page from much-loved veteran Callan Ward's playbook as they seek to shore up a spot in the top eight.
Dangerfield back as Cats name ex-Sun for club debut
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield will return for Saturday's big home game against Gold Coast, while former Sun Jack Martin will make his Cats debut.
O’Brien hits out at booing Knights fans before comeback
Newcastle have come back to beat Manly 26-22 after fans vented their frustration at the Knights following another scoreless half at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Behich stunner set to become iconic Socceroos moment
Aziz Behich says he didn't know his match-winning goal against Japan had gone in until seeing the crowd erupt and players run to him like crazy.
Jones turns up the power in French Open double mission
Australia's Emerson Jones, who wants a piece of history and her junior world No.1 ranking back, is through to the French Open girls singles semi-finals.