Two forgotten moments changed the course of NRL history in 2015: One, a regret that still haunts a Broncos legend; the other, a stunning play dwarfed by Johnathan Thurston’s field-goal heroics. As told by the players who shaped the greatest ever grand final.
Media gigs, starring roles on reality TV, grand final revenge – we reveal the decade-long journeys of the 34 players who competed in one of the greatest deciders in rugby league history.
A decade on from becoming the tragic poster boy of Brisbane’s agonising 2015 grand-final loss, Ben Hunt has revealed the dark places the defeat took him and the help he sought to deal with his demons. WATCH the exclusive video.
Beneath the exterior of Newcastle’s $6 million man lies a tragedy that has stuck with Kalyn Ponga for most of his life. It hit home again this week — and makes him even more determined to succeed.
When picking his team of the quarter-century, Phil Rothfield admitted he’ll “get pelted” for his decision to include a certain winger, but it’s a decision he’s standing by. SEE THE FULL TEAM AND HAVE YOUR SAY.
Much has been made of Parramatta’s struggles to hold junior talent, but the club still boasts a number of emerging stars that are knocking on the door of first-grade debuts. We reveal every NRL club’s rookie prospects.
NRL player agents are set to be slapped with restrictions on signing teenage rugby league talent following a sweeping review into grassroots football.
With Daniel Saifiti gone and Leo Thompson on the way out, the Knights have now lost one of their most promising young forwards to a Queensland club. It comes as more exit rumours swirl at Newcastle.
In August last year, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was seemingly at the peak of his powers. Five weeks later, he was almost dropped for an elimination final. SCOTT GULLAN lifts the lid on the complex situation.
It’s been 25 full seasons of the AFL since the turn of the century – so who makes the cut in the best 23? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane took on the almost-impossible task of deciding.
A game adored by millions, yet footy often seems to find itself engulfed in scandal. Michael Warner lists the 25 biggest shocks and sagas to hit the AFL this century.
This century, the AFL – once described as ‘cashed up bogans who did what they wanted’ – has wielded unrivalled power and influence over Australian sport. But who is the true top dog?
When the big names move clubs, it tips the AFL world on its head. JON RALPH picks out the 25 biggest trade and free agency moves of the 21st century. See the full list and have your say.
Booms, bargains, busts and backflips. The past 25 years have been filled with draft decisions that have shaped the direction of clubs – in both directions. We rank the biggest calls of the century.
Dom Sheed steals the 2018 flag? Carey vs the Roos? Bulldogs win it all? Some of the biggest moments in AFL history have come this century. Watch our top 25 and have your say on the best.
There’s been 126,666 goals kicked in this century. Josh Barnes has narrowed that list down to his top 25, with Eddie Betts and Lance Franklin prominent. Did he get it right? HAVE YOUR SAY.
Muttiah Muralitharan is Test cricket’s greatest wicket-taker – but can anyone break his record? He reveals all, as well as opening up on his ‘chucking’ scandal, in a wide-ranging exclusive interview.
Cricket fans worldwide raved about the cavalier batting of Sam Konstas on debut. As DANIEL CHERNY writes, it’s why they can’t turn on Cooper Connolly after one rush of blood.
Australia faces a puzzling dilemma when it comes to handling Travis Head’s future, writes Robert Craddock. Plus, will Nathan Lyon follow in Shane Warne’s footsteps at the Allan Border Medal?
Cricket changed forever one fateful day at the Sydney Cricket Ground in late November 2014. For those on the scene, the days, nights and weeks that followed remain harrowing. This is their story.
It’s a bowling action that is as compelling to watch as it is dangerous to face, but what is the key to Indian quick Jasprit Bumrah’s action? We go to the experts to break it down.
It was one of the ugliest feuds in the history of cricket and while the late Andrew Symonds never forgave the game for the Monkeygate scandal, incredibly he forgave Harbhajan Singh.
The greatest Test series Australia has played in since the 2005 Ashes provided several moments that will take pride of place in the annals of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. ROBERT CRADDOCK reveals his series awards.
In an exclusive interview, Sam Konstas says if he had his time over again he wouldn’t say a word to Jasprit Bumrah, and reveals the surprise aftermath to his showdown with Virat Kohli.
Tim Johnston had prime ministers, business leaders and sports stars eating out of the palm of his hands. His company collapsed, and destroyed lives along the way, writes MATT LOGUE.
He’s the first Australian to play in two Super Bowls – and could become the first to start in a Super Bowl victory. And that’s just the start. Because Jordan Mailata is set to become Australian sport’s $300m man.
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii knew at a young age how much a dollar was really worth, as his parents worked night and day to make ends meet. Before he was even a teenager he knew he needed to step up.
Gout Gout isn’t just the hottest name in Australian sport – he’s making waves in international athletes. And the teen freak has put the world’s fastest man on notice.
Fits and kicks have owned conversations at this AO, but have we forgotten about tennis’ most necessary weapon? CALLUM DICK analyses who is owning the ‘secret’ racquet market.
Australia’s international rugby revival has hit a major hurdle, with the Wallabies forced to head to market again for a head coach following a surprise announcement from Joe Schmidt.
Alex de Minaur has been here before – and emerged bigger and better because of it. But what does he need to do to turn a Jannik Sinner humiliation into becoming a genuine grand slam threat?
It’s been five months since Australian basketball GOAT Lauren Jackson claimed a fifth Olympic medal. One of the greatest competitors in sporting history is finally ready to say “I’m done”, as she tells MICHAEL RANDALL.