Both sides enter Thursday night desperate for a response after bruising Round 1 defeats. Brisbane’s title defence stumbled badly with a 26-0 shutout against Penrith, while Parramatta endured a nightmare …
Essendon and Hawthorn meet in an early?season clash that could reveal plenty about both teams’ prospects. The Bombers hope their midfield group continues to develop after flashes of promise last …
Carlton return home looking to bounce back after a disappointing opening performance, while Richmond continue their rebuild with a young list gaining experience. The Blues will rely on their midfield …
The Dolphins and South Sydney meet at Suncorp Stadium in a contest that could signal how both clubs shape in 2026. Much of the Dolphins’ attacking direction rests with talented …
Canberra host Manly in what could be one of the more unpredictable clashes of the opening round. The Raiders remain a difficult side to read, but their direct style – …
Cronulla will look to begin their campaign strongly when they host the Titans, with the Sharks’ powerful forward rotation expected to set the platform at Ocean Protect Stadium. Much of …
Brisbane launch their title defence at Suncorp Stadium in a blockbuster clash with a Penrith side eager to reassert its premiership credentials. The Panthers endured a slow start last season, …
The Roosters begin a season filled with expectation with a challenging trip to Auckland, taking on a Warriors side still searching for stability in the halves. Injuries to key playmakers …
Melbourne’s remarkable record in Round 1 under Craig Bellamy will face a stern test when the Storm host Parramatta at AAMI Park on Thursday night. While Melbourne are traditionally fast …
The 2026 AFL season begins under lights at the SCG, where Sydney hosts Carlton in a season-opener rich with storylines. All eyes will be on Charlie Curnow as he lines …
Friday night at People First Stadium offers an early measuring stick for two clubs with genuine premiership ambitions. Gold Coast enters 2026 on the back of its most successful campaign …
In a rematch of last season’s Elimination Final, GWS and Hawthorn launch their 2026 AFL campaigns at ENGIE Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Giants enter the season under a cloud, …
The Brisbane Lions begin their pursuit of a potential third straight premiership when they host the Western Bulldogs at the Gabba on Saturday night. Brisbane strengthened an already formidable list …
St Kilda’s bold recruiting drive will be put to the test when the Saints open their 2026 campaign against Collingwood in front of a big Sunday night crowd at the …
Newcastle opens its 2026 campaign on the Vegas stage under new coach Justin Holbrook, charged with reviving an attack that averaged just 14 points per game last season. The arrival …
Canterbury’s steady rise under Cameron Ciraldo faces its latest test against a Dragons outfit still searching for consistency. The Bulldogs returned to the finals in 2024 and pushed into the …
The stage is set for a blockbuster NRL Grand Final between the Melbourne Storm and Brisbane Broncos at Accor Stadium. Melbourne arrive as 2.5-point favourites after comfortable wins over Canterbury …
Cameron Munster leads the Clive Churchill Medal market at $6 as the Storm’s key playmaker, with Harry Grant ($7) and Reece Walsh ($7) close behind. History suggests the halves are …
