Blow for Blues as Jake Trbojevic ruled out of Origin I

Manly prop Jake Trbojevic has been ruled out for four weeks with a calf injury, ending his hopes of playing in State of Origin I for NSW.

Force marvel at 'ridiculous' form of winger Kibirige

Western Force winger Zach Kibirige has scored eight tries this season, putting the Englishman just one try behind league leader Shaun Stevenson.

AFL confirms Wednesday Tasmanian licence announcement

The AFL's 19th licence is confirmed, with outgoing chief executive Gillon McLachlan announcing he will be in Tasmania on Wednesday.

Roos forward Charlie Comben could be back in 10 weeks

North Melbourne forward Charlie Comben has undergone surgery on his badly broken leg and is considered a strong chance to play again this season.

Ross Aloisi to take over reins at Brisbane Roar

Previously an assistant to brother John at the club, Ross Aloisi will take over from interim Nick Green as the new coach of A-League outfit Brisbane R...

Ivan Cleary gets critics' concerns over Penrith's form

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has conceded his team's recent weeks have been their scrappiest of the past three years, justifying questions over their for...

Richard Taylor signs new deal at St Mirren

The 22-year-old defender has made eight first-team appearances so far this season.

'Val Meninga' closer to Dolphins debut with Lee on ice

The Dolphins will welcome back Tesi Niu and Anthony Milford from injury against Cronulla, while centre Valynce Te Whare is on standby for Brenko Lee.

Force hope brutal honesty can erase ill discipline

Ill discipline cost the Western Force dearly in their round-10 loss to the Reds and they hope some straight talking can bring improvement against the...

Storm play waiting game on Craig Bellamy coaching call

Storm chief executive Justin Rodski says the NRL club is still waiting on a decision from master coach Craig Bellamy about whether this season will be...

Irankunda won't 'ruin career' with premature Euro move

Nestory Irankunda does not want to become Australian football's latest crash-and-burn story, with the Adelaide teen saying he still has plenty to lear...

Firing Sun King dismisses AFL trade rumours

Gold Coast's Ben King has little interest in the chatter around his AFL future, adamant he is content hunting a finals berth with the Suns.

Bayern blow kills ALM All Stars clash as GF locked in

Bayern Munich's decision to abandon an end-of-season tour of Australia has killed off the potential for an A-League All Stars game.

Adelaide's injured McAdam to miss chunk of season

Injured Adelaide forward Shane McAdam will miss up to six weeks as the Crows seek to rebound from a loss ruckman Reilly O'Brien calls his toughest in...

Future uncertain for Cronulla's fit and firing Graham

Cronulla forward Wade Graham has pushed speculation of his playing future down the track, insisting he is still feeling up to the rigours of the NRL.

NRL on right track with policing hip drop: Wade Graham

Cronulla forward Wade Graham says players and fans must be prepared for teething problems as the NRL works to rid the game of the dreaded hip-drop tac...

Wallaroos door ajar for Reds' Kiwi recruit Dallinger

Carys Dallinger's dream was to play for the Black Ferns but she could be the Wallaroos' answer at No.10 after starring in Super W for the Queensland R...

Nofoaluma happy again after struggling on Tigers return

Troubled on his return to Wests Tigers from Melbourne, David Nofoaluma says he has now regained his happiness at Concord.

Campbell double-act as Reds head for Super showdowns

Campbell siblings Jock and Tina will turn out for the Queensland Reds in Townsville in high-stakes Super Rugby Pacific and Super W fixtures.

Club presidents tick off Tasmanian AFL licence

All 18 AFL club presidents have backed Tasmania's bid for the competition's 19th licence, meaning the state will have its own team.