Darren Lockyer and Broncos rookie Blake Mozer.

Lockyer's timely contract call to Broncos rookie

Blake Mozer could become hot property later this year - and the young hooker will have a chance to impress at Magic Round.

'My family don't care': Star's blunt Origin response

The hard-nosed utility is on the cusp of a NSW debut - but that hasn't even played into his thought process ahead of Magic Round.

'Cashed-up' club chasing in-demand cult hero

Dallin Watene-Zelezniak could be on the move next season, while the Roosters have been dealt a blessing in disguise.

Ponga issues resolved despite Roosters rumours

A potential salary cap breach at the Knights has been shut down in swift fashion, with a third-party sponsor speaking out.

Tyson's worrying admission ahead of pro boxing return

Mike Tyson is edging closer to his massive fight with Jake Paul - but the heavyweight boxing icon has made one worrying admission.

Mitchell Moses and James Tedesco of the Blues celebrate winning game three of the State of Origin series.

'Not ready': Origin hopes fade as Moses dealt setback

Brad Arthur has revealed star halfback Mitchell Moses is "not guaranteed" to return next weekend, putting his Origin hopes in doubt.

'Broken' Magpies fan apologises over 'innocuous' incident

A lifelong Collingwood fan has apologised over an incident with a West Coast player after being suspended by the AFL.

Cronulla player Braydon Trindall.

Teams: Stood down Sharks star in line for shock return

Cronulla is set to welcome back an exiled star for their Magic Round clash, while a number of clubs have been hit with injury blows.

Caitlan Johnston of the Blues is tackled.

'Quite disgusting' behaviour called out by NSW star

ULTIMATE GUIDE: Caitlan Johnston has taken aim after she was targeted with some horrific comments ahead of the Origin opener.

Bulldogs draftee Aiden O'Driscoll has been forced to retire without playing an AFL game.

Teen AFL draftee forced to retire without playing a game

A Western Bulldogs draftee has been medically retired from the AFL following a significant head injury suffered during pre-season.

Jack Wighton won't be coming out of Origin retirement.

Why retired Wighton will snub Maguire's SOS

Jack Wighton has confirmed he won't be coming out of State of Origin retirement to answer a Blues SOS.

Wallaroos players at Allianz Stadium.

Familiar face on sidelines puts Wallaroos on edge

The Eagles are now coached by former Australia assistant Sione Fukofuka, who beat out more than 90 applicants to land the gig in November.

RB drivers Liam Lawson, Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo.

Red Bull supremo dismisses 'nonsense' Ricciardo reports

Helmut Marko has labelled claims that Daniel Ricciardo could be replaced during the next Formula 1 race weekend as "nonsense".

Jed Holloway of the NSW Waratahs and teammates line up.

Aussie 'flaw' laid bare in great's grim injury reveal

Stephen Hoiles has described Australia's Super Rugby Pacific academy system as "flawed" while questioning NSW's player management.

The NRL is investigating an incident where a spectator allegedly threw an object in the direction of touch judge Matt Noyen after a try was scored.

NRL investigating after bottle thrown at match official

The NRL is investigating an incident where a spectator allegedly threw an object in the direction of touch judge Matt Noyen on Friday night.

Tottenham coach Ange Postecoglou. Arsenal.

Ange claps back as bitter 'rivalry' hijacks Spurs fans

Aussie coach Ange Postecoglou has lashed the idea his Tottenham will attempt to lose its game against Manchester City.

'I am crushed': Announcer 'sorry' for 'epic mistake'

Ring Announcer Dan Hennessey has apologised for his "s---storm of a performance" after he declared the wrong winner in a WBA title fight.

Callum Ilott (middle) with FIA World Endurance Championship team-mate Will Stevens after winning the Spa 6 Hour.

IndyCar driver's hilarious interview gaffe

The news hadn't been made official but the star driver made it as good as confirmed when he let slip in a post-race interview.

Obscene Tyson-Paul VIP ticket prices revealed

If you had questions about the match-up, then you're certainly going to love the price of admission.

Josef Newgardn takes the chequered flag ahead of Marcus Ericsson.

Frustrations boil over call that could decide race fate

A former F1 driver has vented his frustration over the lack of clarity about red flag procedures at the end of the Indianapolis 500.

Phil Gould has cast doubt on the David Fifita deal.

'Couldn't make sense': Gould grills $3.3m Roosters move

Phil Gould has admitted his confusion over David Fifita's move to the Sydney Roosters, claiming it "made more sense" for the back-rower to join the Panthers.

Cam McCarthy of the Dockers looks to pass the ball during the round 18 AFL match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Hawthorn Hawks at Domain Stadium on July 22, 2017 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Paul Kane/Getty Images)

'Going backwards': Plea to clubs after tragic death

Caroline Wilson says the AFL has a lot to learn after the tragic death of former GWS and Fremantle player Cam McCarthy.

'Low-ball' offer leaves injured star at crossroads

Injured star Adam Doueihi has been offered a new deal by the struggling Wests Tigers - but it would come with a heavy paycut.

'I agree': Why Lloyd backs controversial Lyon tweet

Matthew Lloyd says he agrees with the sentiment of St Kilda youngster Mattaes Phillipou's manager's controversial tweet.

Gallen backtracks on radical Blues halves pick

Former NSW skipper Paul Gallen believes selectors should pick Jarome Luai to fill the void left in the halves by Nathan Cleary.

Fury's dad headbutts rival in wild pre-fight chaos

Tyson Fury's father headbutted a member of Oleksandr Usyk's entourage in the lobby of the Riyadh Hilton Hotel in Saudi Arabia.

Chris Scott, Senior Coach of the Cats addresses his players during the 2024 AFL Round 09 match between the Geelong Cats and Port Adelaide Power at GMHBA Stadium on May 10, 2024 in Geelong, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Cats coach meets with umpires after lengthy rant

AFL umpiring boss Stephen McBurney met with Geelong coach Chris Scott after the Cats leader's lengthy rules discussion in round nine.

'Not worried': Sergis' bold call ahead of Origin opener

NSW star Jessica Sergis has made a bold statement ahead of the women's State of Origin opener, labeling the Sky Blues as the 'underdogs.'

'God rest his soul': Boxer dies after knockout on debut

A 29-year-old stepped into the ring for the first time as a professional on Sunday. He was knocked out and died after being rushed to hospital.

Alastair Clarkson says he has faith in his young side.

Clarkson 'yet to undergo education' after slur

Caroline Wilson says the AFL is more concerned about the optics of homophobic slurs, instead of educating players using them.