‘Finally worked it out’: Pickett’s light-bulb moment
Jake Lever has shone a light on a fresh aspect of explosive Melbourne star Kysaiah Pickett's game that his teammates are relishing this season.
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Milestone man Melksham feeding off young Dees’ energy
Veteran forward Jake Melksham will fittingly play his 250th AFL game when a revitalised Melbourne take on his former club Essendon in Gather Round.
Star Fremantle midfielder to remain on sidelines
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says a key pair of players will spend another week on the sidelines and miss the Gather Round clash against Collingwood.
‘Get on with it’: Voss blocks out Blues blowtorch
Under-fire coach Michael Voss remains focused on steering Carlton out of their rut amid intense scrutiny on the beleaguered AFL club.
It’s dangerous: Bulldogs on alert for struggling Dons
The Western Bulldogs are determined not to fall into the complacency trap when they take on wooden-spoon favourites Essendon on Sunday.
Brownlow winners boost Suns, Power in AFL tests
Gold Coast and Port Adelaide will welcome back their respective Brownlow Medal winners in AFL round four, while Sydney have regained superstar Isaac Heeney.
New Lions roar to humble Daicos-less Magpies
Two of the Brisbane Lions' big-name recruits have impressed in a 54-point defeat of Collingwood, who ruled star midfielder Nick Daicos out in the warm-up.
‘Sledgehammer’ keeps Fagan honest after quickfire wins
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan isn't sure if Hugh McCluggage will return from a calf injury that's seen him miss the last three games.
‘We got exposed’: Magpies lick wounds, wait on Daicos
Craig McRae was critical of what is usually one of his side's great strengths after Collingwood, without Nick Daicos, were outplayed in Brisbane.
‘Be smarter’: Crows on score woes ahead of Dockers test
Adelaide's once-feared attack has been a shadow of its usual scoring power this season, with an assistant coach saying the reasons are varied.
Hardwick delivers Rowell verdict, Petracca update
Gold Coast's midfield could be at full capacity for Gather Round, with Matt Rowell likely to return against Melbourne and Christian Petracca progressing well.
Blowtorch on Blues intensifies after latest meltdown
North Melbourne kicked the last five goals at Marvel Stadium to overrun Carlton and ensure another week of fierce scrutiny for Michael Voss and his team.
Petracca ‘shame’ as revitalised Dees eye red-hot Suns
Christian Petracca's injury has robbed the Melbourne-Gold Coast clash of its star attraction, but there is plenty on the line for both sides at the MCG.
Carlton coach’s job ‘absolutely’ safe for Gather Round
Carlton coach Michael Voss faces another week of fierce scrutiny, but has received support from his playing group and former captain Sam Docherty.
‘Electric’ Swans deliver hapless Eaglesre reality check
Sydney have celebrated Tom Papley's 200-game milestone in grand style, kicking the first 11 goals of the match on the way to a 128-point win over West Coast.
Yze suggests ‘subtle’ change to preserve high mark
Adem Yze would hate to see the high mark taken out of the game and says AFL players must protect themselves in marking contests.
Famed commentator to receive state send-off
Renowned broadcaster Dennis Cometti will receive a state memorial service in Western Australia, giving the public a chance to say farewell.
Not just about goals: Swans give Curnow the early tick
Charlie Curnow is yet to set the world on fire at the Swans, but his impact has helped Sydney make a flying start to the season.
Demons on the rise as skipper Gawn leads upset of Suns
Melbourne have three wins in four matches under new coach Steven King after Max Gawn inspired an upset of AFL premiership fancies Gold Coast.
Tiger banned over ‘silly’ strike as untried ruck looms
Richmond's ruck stocks have taken another hit through Samson Ryan's suspension and could force Adem Yze to blood a debutant against GWS in Gather Round.
‘Kicked in the nuts’: Hardwick laments midfield letdown
Gold Coast suffered their first defeat of the season when their star-studded midfield unit lowered its colours to Melbourne in a shock result at the MCG.
Injury blows sour Bulldogs’ win over battling Bombers
The unbeaten Western Bulldogs have claimed a 34-point victory over battling Essendon but suffered multiple injury blows.
Hawthorn write their names into Cats rivalry history
Hawthorn have claimed bragging rights in an Easter Monday classic, with Jack Gunston the hero as the Hawks scraped out a one-point win over Geelong.
King’s confident Demons are learning how to win again
Melbourne lost their self-belief in the final days under Simon Goodwin last season but have rediscovered that confidence with new coach Steven King at the helm.
Magpies ready for fresh showdown with Lions attack
Collingwood are ready for yet another blockbuster showdown with Brisbane after putting last year's preliminary final defeat behind them.
Curnow will prove critics wrong: Papley on Swans star
Critics can continue to write off Charlie Curnow, but fellow Sydney forward Tom Papley insists the new spearhead will live up to the hype.
Gabba fortress no more? Lions brace for Magpies entry
The Brisbane Lions' two AFL premierships have ironically coincided with their once-mighty Gabba record deteriorating.
North skipper’s message to banned ruck star Xerri
North Melbourne captain Nick Larkey wants teammate Tristan Xerri to learn a lesson out of his AFL suspension and return with his trademark competitive edge.
‘Good home ground’: McRae relishing Gabba test
Reigning premiers Brisbane at home will be a stern test for Collingwood, whose defence will miss a key player for Thursday night's AFL blockbuster.
‘I’m comfortable’: AFL boss on blood-smearing ban
The chief of the AFL says he's comfortable with the Tribunal's decision to ban a North Melbourne player three games for blood-smearing.
‘Best in five years’: Eagle lands on feet at Lions
Oscar Allen credits some tweaks in the gym to his rejuvenation after years of injury concerns before his move from West Coast to the Brisbane Lions.