Tigers player David Klemmer berates referee Kasey Badger after being sin-binned.

'Not a gender issue': Bizarre claim as Billy blasts 'cowards'

Billy Slater has taken aim at "cowards" who piled on to abuse referee Kasey Badger over the weekend as the NRL responds to the issue.

Reid was brought off the ground late in the match.

Cornes 'concern' for Reid after last-minute cramp

While he's loved the impact Harley Reid has already had on West Coast and the league, Kane Cornes has one concern about the young gun.

'Outgunned' Aussie loses world title in Japan

Australia's Jason Moloney lost his WBO bantamweight world title to Japan's Yoshiki Takei at the Tokyo Dome.

Slater's advice as Fifita faces three-club decision

The reigning premiers are closing in on a massive signing for 2025 - and departing star James Fisher-Harris could be to thank.

'Going to be shocked': Gould, Gal clash on Origin call

It's only a month until State of Origin begins and Paul Gallen has picked his backline for the Blues. But not everyone is convinced.

Weightlifting champion killed in Ukraine war

Two-time European weightlifting champion Oleksandr Pielieshenko died on the front line in the war in Ukraine.

'Internet might explode' after shock invite for LIV star

In an unexpected move, American Talor Gooch has received a special invite from the PGA Tour.

Why Bunnies need 'dancing and clapping' Bennett

Wayne Bennett has been weaving his magic at the Dolphins. And Billy Slater thinks he can do it again at South Sydney.

Players, coaches and officials stood arm in arm.

'Crazy' reason coaches 'weren't happy' with AFL move

Caroline Wilson says some AFL coaches "were not happy" with being given scripts to read out on gender-based violence post match.

Schuster's Titans meeting denied as future plan revealed

Josh Schuster was spotted on the Gold Coast with his manager. However, there's been a response to whether he was meeting Des Hasler.

Slater confused over costly call as NRL quashes theory

The Warriors could've gone into the half with the lead. It wasn't to be, and Billy Slater doesn't understand how that happened.

Tyler Brockman of West Coast Eagles.

'Complex': Police probe Eagles star over crash

Young West Coast player Tyler Brockman is being investigated by police after a car crash in Western Australia.

Gal unveils hidden blessing in awful Reynolds blow

The Broncos will hope to be in the finals race before Adam Reynolds returns. Paul Gallen believes his absence could be a positive.

Sam Draper

Draper banned from podcast after dodgy Dogs comments

Caroline Wilson says Sam Draper won't appear on his podcast for the next month following his controversial Bulldogs comments.

Darcy Wilson stayed on the ground after colliding with Wardlaw.

Why Cornes, Caro rated Lyon's rare in-game move

Kane Cornes says he's loving Saints coach Ross Lyon's post-match insights, especially after his decision to keep Darcy Wilson on after a collision.

Beveridge is under fire after a 3-5 start.

Caro questions 'deluded' Bevo after Hawks loss

Caroline Wilson says Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is "deluded" if he thinks the media are his problem, as fears surrounding his future arise.

Hawkins hasn't kicked a goal in four weeks.

Hawkins' worrying trend played down amid 'concerns'

Matthew Lloyd says it's time for Tom Hawkins to prove he's still got it. But, Cats teammate Zach Guthrie says there's nothing to worry about.

Aliir Aliir with coach Ken Hinkley.

Power big man's return to help goal kicking woes

Port Adelaide's Aliir Aliir is determined to return to the field after having a week off due to concussion, as his side head down the highway.

Powerhouse club enter race for in-demand Fifita

Penrith aren't the only club in the mix to sign David Fifita for 2025 and beyond, with the Sydney Roosters entering the race.

Liberatore copped a boot to the head.

Dogs star ruled out 'indefinitely' after scary concussion

Western Bulldogs star Tom Liberatore will miss an 'indefinite' period of footy after suffering a second concussion in a matter of weeks.

Souths duo facing lengthy absence amid injury crisis

Jye Gray and Dean Hawkins look set to join their captain on the sidelines for the next two months amid the struggles at South Sydney.

'Wildcard' options emerge in race for Blues jumper

Michael Maguire still has one major headache ahead of his first game in charge of the NSW Blues - and it's not getting any clearer.

Slater, Johns warn Dogs star over 'absolute rubbish'

The two greats have taken exception to a Reed Mahoney trait that has "crept into his game", giving the Bulldogs gun a piece of advice.

Reid kicked three goals in the Western Derby.

'Watch': Reid linked to rival club in bombshell move

West Coast young star Harley Reid has played just seven games, but he's already attracted interested from a Victorian club.

Wests Tigers enforcer David Klemmer.

'Absolutely pathetic' reaction to 'shameful' act

The NRL should have whacked David Klemmer with a "significant penalty" for his "shameful" behaviour towards a referee, writes Mark Levy.

Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary.

Cleary's blunt response to $2.5 million question

Ivan Cleary was grilled about the prospect of Penrith signing David Fifita but the champion coach wasn't giving too much away.

Latrell lesson Broncos must take in Reynolds absence

Adam Reynolds is the key to any success the Broncos will find this year - but they can't wait for him to return to win games.

Australian star Steve Smith in the field during a T20 match against New Zealand.

Star's case for Smith exposes baffling decision

Smith was a notable omission from the Australian T20 World Cup squad, and Josh Hazlewood believes his absence will be felt across the team.

David Fifita celebrates a try.

Geyer lifts lid on Cleary's plan for 'powerhouse' Fifita

Panthers premiership winner Mark Geyer has weighed in on the Panthers' bid to lure David Fifita, and the change the star will need to make.

West Coast veteran Jamie Cripps pushing Essendon's Nick Martin over.

AFL icon stunned by veteran's 'diabolical' act

Australian football icon Leigh Matthews could not believe Jamie Cripps' "diabolical" act which cruelled West Coast on Saturday night.