Captain Mitch Marsh blasted a quickfire 60 but said his Australian side were "outplayed", losing wickets tamely as South Africa comfortably won the first ODI.

Star Brisbane midfielder Lachie Neale has avoided becoming the first player to be suspended for an AFL grand final in 23 years after having his ban overturned.

Brennan Cox or Oscar McDonald? The biggest selection question ahead of this year’s AFL grand final has been answered as Fremantle and Brisbane’s final teams were named. SEE THE FULL TEAMS.

Peter Snowden believes Everest hope Beadman is going better than ever, but a 13m rail and wide draw at Caulfield have dampened his enthusiasm this weekend.

Brisbane’s bid for a third straight premiership has been overshadowed by Lachie Neale’s ban drama, and Lions legend Simon Black says that could be an advantage.

The Illawarra Hawks have parted ways with import centre Darius Days.

New footage of Lachie Neale’s strike on Jack Ginnivan has emerged but the vision was rejected at the Tribunal as the Brisbane Lions star’s bid to overturn his grand final ban moves to its final stage.

The fiery history between the Wallabies and Springboks is set to resume in Perth on Sunday.

The Dockers have broken all sorts of club records this year, but one of the most remarkable aspects of their season has been the squad's durability and fitness.