Michael Nicholls

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 …

This game to close out the round is compelling for all the right reasons. Carlton’s disastrous 74-point loss to Hawthorn last week has cast serious doubt on their finals aspirations, …

Both the Sharks and Knights enter this clash off impressive wins, but Cronulla looks like the clear bet. Despite missing Trindall and Hynes in the halves, the Sharks can dominate …

The “Showtime” Hawks have become the talk of the footy world after dismantling Carlton last week, solidifying their spot in the top eight. Hawthorn’s aggressive ball movement and their ability …