Tigers mates hope scrutiny can finally ease off Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Wests Tigers teammates are at peace that the star five-eighth is leaving the club after weeks of public scrutiny.
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New Blues forge own winning path far from past failures
Beating Queensland once seemed near-impossible for NSW legend Ruan Sims, but the current Blues want to start a new women's Origin dynasty with a whitewash.
’50-50′: Victory mull grand final call on injured stars
Melbourne Victory are yet to decide whether star Nishan Velupillay is fit enough to play in the A-League Men grand final, while other players push their case.
Brumbies regain key star for crucial Super Rugby clash
Fighting for a top-two spot heading into Super Rugby Pacific finals, the Brumbies have named star flyhalf Noah Lolesio, while the Reds welcome back Josh Flook.
Premiers leave out key pair for clash with Essendon
Brisbane Lions ruck Oscar McInerney is dealing with a "few issues" but coach Chris Fagan has stopped short of confirming the specific injury.
What Essendon forward learned from shock axing
An Essendon best-and-fairest winner, Peter Wright was dropped at the end of 2024, but the towering forward has been able to bounce back this year.
Blues on the cusp of back-to-back Origin success
Zac Lomax scored twice as NSW beat Queensland 18-6 in Brisbane to begin their State of Origin defence with a bang.
Essendon pick talls as injury cover in mid-season draft
Essendon have made two tall selections as injury cover in the mid-season draft while West Coast plucked a 24-year-old halfback with the first selection.
No Ruud awakening awaits as Popyrin powers on in Paris
Alexei Popyrin has reached the third round at Roland Garros for the first time, becoming the first Australian into the last 32 on a drizzly day in Paris.
Maroons dominated in all areas by ruthless Blues
Queensland must now win two games away and make history to secure the State of Origin series after having no answers to a NSW side that ruled in all facets.
Cleary, Moses provide halves answers in NSW triumph
Mitchell Moses and Nathan Cleary have proven they have no issue working together in the halves, starring in NSW's 18-6 State of Origin I win over Queensland.
Expect the unexpected: Demon to face Bublik enemy No.1
The brilliant if barmy Alexander Bublik stands in Alex de Minaur's way in Paris - but the Kazakh's last Australian victim is sure 'Demon' will prevail.
Don’t sack me: Cherry-Evans responds to legend’s call
Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans insists his team can make history and win the current Origin series after NSW legend Andrew Johns said he should be dropped.
‘Long way to go’: MVP Haas delivers Origin warning
After dominating on one leg, Payne Haas has warned he's far from the finished product as NSW sit on the cusp of back-to-back Origin series wins.
Maroons face all-time salvage mission to regain shield
Queensland must replicate NSW's 2024 heroics to come back and win State of Origin on the road. But game one suggests it will be far harder for the Maroons.
Broncos hooker still holds hope for 2026 contract offer
Brisbane's Cory Paix returns to the starting side against Manly with his future yet to be secured as the Broncos aim to revive their spluttering season.
Bring on Perth: Why Toia wants another crack at Latrell
Robert Toia's strong State of Origin debut for Queensland has revealed why he will have many classic battles with NSW star Latrell Mitchell in years to come.
Titans make call on Tino after nasty eye injury
Battered Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleui wants to play against Melbourne in round 13 after sustaining a bruised and swollen left eye in Origin I.
Record within reach as veteran Dragon hopes to play on
Veteran middle forward Jack de Belin hopes he can remain a one-club player and return for St George Illawarra next NRL season.
Why Kingsley feels Tigers clash spells danger for GWS
Top-eight side GWS will start as warm favourites against lowly Richmond, but Giants coach Adam Kingsley is taking no comfort from the ladder positions.
‘Not good enough’: Matildas coach’s big A-League gripe
Every player in the current Matildas squad came through the A-League Women but interim boss Tom Sermanni has unleashed on the domestic competition.
Moses-Cleary combo: The news Qld fans will hate to hear
Mitchell Moses and Nathan Cleary had a special message for fans after State of Origin I - and it is not going to please Maroons supporters.
Dockers star giving former boss Hardwick headaches
Fremantle gun Shai Bolton presents a tough match-up for any opposition coach - even one who knows him as well as former Richmond boss Damien Hardwick.
Blues reveal ‘secret weapon’ after Origin 1 success
NSW stars Stephen Crichton and Payne Haas were among the Blues' biggest performers in Origin 1, but they both almost missed out due to injury.
‘Football is crazy’: Bruno’s unique path to derby final
Bruno Fornaroli's long march to his first A-League grand final has been difficult and delightful, with Archie Thompson among those in awe of the 37-year-old.
Kane’s role split, Hosch going in major AFL changes
After months of growing concerns about how the game is being run, the AFL has split the management of football operations into two roles.
Dockers call on star to face Suns after Pearce blow
Fremantle have turned to a veteran star after losing skipper Alex Pearce, while the Magpies and Tigers also have big guns back at their disposal.
Veteran Wallabies duo gear up for Japanese farewell
Another chapter in a rugby halves partnership that has spanned four teams and many seasons is coming to a close.
Cats coach: ultra-conservatives should lay off Smith
Coach Chris Scott says the latest Bailey Smith controversy barely caused a ripple at Geelong while calling for "ultra-conservatives" to lay off the recruit.
Queensland upset NSW to avoid women’s Origin whitewash
Queensland have saved face with a tight win over NSW in the third game of the women's State of Origin series.
‘Burnt out’ Demon shattered by French Open collapse
Alex de Minaur has complained he's burnt out and mentally fatigued after losing a French Open match to Alexander Bublik in a manner he couldn't understand.