If not for a bold gamble to venture into the unknown and away from rugby league’s most dominant juggernaut, Katoa’s meteoric ascent may never have eventuated.

Playing his first Test in three years, James O’Connor was helpless as the Springboks shot out to a 22-0 lead. But the veteran playmaker knew the Wallabies were still in the match.

Wharfie Time has sent fans into a spin, but it is a concept introduced by Justin Longmuir at 2025 exit interviews that has lifted Fremantle deep into September.

The Lions youngster who was banned for slamming a rival’s face into the turf is now set to play in another AFL grand final, saying he has learnt his lesson.

Arthur Beetson is an icon of both clubs. Friday’s preliminary final clash provides a fitting opportunity to remember the big fella’s incredible rugby league legacy.

The Sydney Flames aren't mucking around, with co-owner Luc Longley making clear some quality off-season WNBL recruitment brings high expectations.

After decades of being starved of AFL premiership success, Fremantle fans are praying the tide finally turns as they prepare to make the pilgrimage to the MCG.

The Wallabies will be set for an intense battle in the air and at ground level when they take on world No.1 South Africa at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

Australia will return to the scene of the ball-tampering saga next month in the first Test tour since – and one player isn’t sure about the reception they will get.