North Melbourne forward Lindsay Thomas admits he thought he was in trouble for his controversial bump on Collingwood’s Ben Reid. The match review panel has ignited widespread criticism for clearing …
If all goes to plan, the NAB Cup “curse” will strike at the Brisbane Lions this AFL season. Cynics could argue they are on track after the pre-season premiers crashed …
Former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett has apologised after he called for coach Alastair Clarkson to go at the end of this AFL season. Kennett has written a letter, saying he …
Shambolic on the field in Monday’s 50-0 defeat by the Sydney Roosters, Parramatta weren’t any better away from it 24 hours later when six players failed to show for an …
V8 Supercars newcomer Nissan are dreading this week’s trip to Tasmania – all because of one corner. Nissan Motorsport believes Symmons Plains’ famous hairpin could literally put their Altimas out …
Billy Slater has no plans to modify the spectacular way he catches high balls despite the controversy over his “karate kick” which floored Canterbury prop David Klemmer. Still mid-air after …
Gold Coast forward Ashley Harrison says he is fresh and ready to rip in against local rivals Brisbane after spending a frustrating week on the sidelines. The Queensland State of …
St Kilda want to be smart players rather than superpowers in the AFL’s renovations race. While conceding the Saints will have to expand their controversial new home at Seaford, coach …
Former All Blacks lock Anthony Boric is joining the exodus of New Zealand players to Japan. Boric, 29, who played 24 Tests for the All Blacks, has signed a two-year …
AFL hardman Jonathan Brown says he has no problem with North Melbourne forward Lindsay Thomas escaping suspension for his controversial bump on Collingwood’s Ben Reid – but urged the match …
Sydney coach John Longmire says he’s open to suggestions on how to combat Gary Ablett Jr on Saturday but he’s arming himself with plenty of weapons for the AFL mission. …
Brisbane will head to the NRL judiciary to fight a contrary conduct charge levelled against club captain Sam Thaiday. On the line will be Thaiday’s place in Friday night’s local …
Port Adelaide newcomer Ollie Wines didn’t hear the hype. While his landing was trumpeted as the arrival of a new AFL star, the 18-year-old kept a level head. “I don’t …
Gold Coast have recalled lock Ashley Harrison and centre Brad Takairangi for Friday night’s NRL derby against Brisbane. Harrison (concussion) and Takairangi (hamstring) both missed Sunday’s 28-10 victory at Penrith …
The third time he went down with a knee injury two years ago, Campbell Heath had nearly had enough. It seemed that his AFL career would involve nothing more than …
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio and his employers strongly rebutted suggestions he is racist after a club executive quit in protest at the Italian’s past support of fascism. Former British …
Brumbies coach Jake White says Wallabies centre Pat McCabe is likely to make his long-awaited Super Rugby return in the competition-leading Brumbies’ starting team on Friday night. And White may …
New Zealand rugby boffins are helping AFL club Adelaide tackle their greatest deficiency. Two Maori All Blacks are teaching the Crows how to tackle amid alarm from Crows coach Brenton …
