Michael Nicholls

With the minor premiership secured, the Melbourne Storm’s decision to rest key players has dramatically shifted the dynamics of their clash with the North Queensland Cowboys. Last week, the Storm …

This clash holds significance regardless of the previous results. For Fremantle, the scenario is clear: if both the Blues and Dogs win, the Dockers are out of the top eight. …

This local derby between the Dragons and Sharks indeed carries significant weight, particularly as both teams are battling for crucial positions on the ladder. The Dragons are pushing for a …

Much like in 2022, the Blues face a familiar scenario: win and secure a finals spot. However, just like last year against the Pies, they face the pressure of delivering …

The Titans have undoubtedly struggled in the past two weeks, but as we’ve seen before, they have the capability to bounce back sharply. The line set for this game seems …

Super Sunday kicks off with a crucial clash between the Bulldogs and Giants at Ballarat, with major top-eight implications on the line. A win for the Bulldogs could see them …

The Swans have nearly secured the minor premiership and regained some form with a solid win over the Bombers last week. Adelaide, on the other hand, fell short in the …

Newcastle has been dominant as a road favorite, winning nine straight, and they look poised to extend that streak to 10 against a depleted South Sydney side. The Rabbitohs, already …

There’s a certain symmetry between these two clubs in 2024—both had moments where it seemed the sky was the limit, yet both are likely to feel unfulfilled by season’s end. …

The Hawks are surging into finals, determined to secure a strong Elimination Final spot. Their explosive starts, like last week’s 57-7 blitz, have left opponents reeling. North Melbourne, on the …

Penrith is one of the safest bets in the NRL when coming off a loss. The Panthers have an impressive 15-2 record against the spread in the last four seasons …

The Storm and Dolphins have met twice before, with both games being close affairs decided by just six or eight points. This is their first clash at AAMI Park, and …

In one of the few dead-rubbers of the final round, the Suns and Tigers face off at the MCG to close out disappointing seasons. Richmond will bid farewell to Dusty …

The Cats are limping into the AFL finals, failing to make a strong statement as a top-four side in the season’s second half. Despite their struggles, Geelong is poised to …

Brisbane is heavily favored in this must-win clash, but with key players like Reece Walsh, Ezra Mam, and Payne Haas sidelined, this game has potential danger written all over it. …

Collingwood faces a nearly impossible task to keep their title defence alive, needing to beat Melbourne by at least 100 points, hope Carlton loses to St Kilda by a similar …

The New Zealand Warriors are set to bid farewell to club legend Shaun Johnson on Friday night, renaming the stadium in his honor and planning plenty of fanfare. However, it’s …

This clash has plenty at stake, with the Tigers fighting to avoid the wooden spoon and the Sea Eagles chasing a Top 4 spot. Adding to the drama is Luke …