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

May 15, 2023 04:05 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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 Thursday.

Maroons name five debutants for women's Origin opener

May 15, 2023 03:40 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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 in 2023.

Reds wary of potholes on Super Rugby finals path

May 15, 2023 03:20 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 03:13 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 02:14 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 02:03 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 01:12 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 12:50 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

North's Tarryn Thomas returns to AFL fray

May 15, 2023 12:17 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 12:14 PM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 11:33 AM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

Hawthorn coach Mitchell tests positive for COVID-19

May 15, 2023 11:28 AM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 11:22 AM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 10:38 AM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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

May 15, 2023 10:16 AM AEST| By AAPNEWS

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.