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NRL urge bunker not to rush hip-drop sin-bin calls

The NRL has released its definitive guide to hip-drop tackles, and it includes an example of legal contact that was punished with a sin-binning last T...

Maroons name five debutants for women's Origin opener

Queensland coach Tahnee Norris wants the women's State of Origin series to be three games rather than the two that will be played for the first time i...

Reds wary of potholes on Super Rugby finals path

The Queensland Reds will be aiming to back-up a famous win over the Chiefs with a victory over the Blues in Brisbane.

Keary confident Smith can spark Roosters form

Luke Keary claims Brandon Smith can be the hooker the Sydney Roosters need him to be after an underwhelming start to life at the glamour club.

Fresh mindset puts Demons firmly in AFL flag frame

Angus Brayshaw says a changed approach this season has given Melbourne a strong platform from which to launch another AFL premiership raid.

Kisnorbo's Troyes relegated from France's Ligue 1

Australian Patrick Kisnorbo's Troyes have been relegated from Ligue 1 and the former Melbourne City coach has vowed to commence a rebuild.

Knights' Best sets record straight after Bali holiday

Newcastle centre Bradman Best is laughing all the way to the tryline after shining on his return from a controversial holiday to Bali.

Concussed Crow defender Doedee ruled out of Dogs game

Adelaide will be without Tom Doedee for their trip to Ballarat to play the Western Bulldogs, with the influential defender suffering delayed concussio...

North's Tarryn Thomas returns to AFL fray

Troubled utility Tarryn Thomas is returning to North Melbourne's AFL program on Monday after being stood down for eight weeks.

'Built for Origin': Papali'i on Horsburgh for Maroons

Canberra's Corey Horsburgh is on Queensland coach Billy Slater's radar, with one Maroon suggesting he's the perfect player for State of Origin.

Eels stand by Arthur's ref jabs but target improvement

Brad Arthur was uncharacteristically scathing of the referees after Parramatta's loss to Canberra and captain Clint Gutherson has backed his coach's c...

Hawthorn coach Mitchell tests positive for COVID-19

Coach Sam Mitchell is expected to lead Hawthorn against West Coast despite needing to spend time away from the Hawks' training base with COVID-19.

Dockers praise super sub Nat Fyfe for selfless role

Fremantle veteran Nat Fyfe could play the sub role for a third straight game against Geelong at Optus Stadium on Saturday.

Wallaroos captain Shannon Parry calls time on career

Wallaroos captain Shannon Parry will retire after Saturday's Test against Fiji, ending a successful career that includes an Olympic gold medal.

Dragons to address fans after potential NRL coach call

St George Illawarra bosses are set to meet with the club's fans hours after their next board meeting, as a decision looms on NRL coach Anthony Griffin...

Munster helps sway Bellamy to stay Storm coach in 2024

A plea from Cameron Munster help sway Craig Bellamy to decide to coach Melbourne Storm for a 22nd season in 2024, ending months of speculation.

Craig Bellamy to coach NRL's Storm into 2024

Craig Bellamy will coach Melbourne for a 22nd season in 2024, ending months of speculation as to his future in the top job at the Storm.

Kingsley concedes Giants failed Daicos test

GWS sent Xavier O'Halloran to Nick Daicos but couldn't prevent the young Collingwood star having an influence in his side's big win at the MCG.

De Goey can take Magpies to a new level: McRae

Jordan De Goey's influential display in a 65-point thrashing of GWS had Collingwood coach Craig McRae singing the explosive midfielder's praises.

Seibold hints at changes as slow starts cost Manly

Anthony Seibold will consider a shake-up to Manly's starting side to arrest their sleepy first half showings.