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Worsfold opens up on Cousins downfall

Former West Coast premiership coach John Worsfold maintains he did everything he could for Ben Cousins right up until the relationship between the Eagles and the Brownlow Medal winner reached a breaking point.

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Worsfold opens up on Cousins downfall

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AFL open to Christmas grand final

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan says the league must be agile and flexible in its thinking, including the timing and venue for this season’s grand final.

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AFL open to Christmas grand final

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Richmond open season with eerie win

Both need to work on their social distancing, but there was a bit to like for Richmond and Carlton out of the the Tigers’ 24-point win at an eerily quiet MCG without any fans.

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Richmond open season with eerie win

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AFL considering virus options ahead of season start

Fresh doubts have been cast on the opening round of the AFL premiership season after the cancellation of the Australian Formula One Grand Prix due to coronavirus fears.

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AFL considering virus options ahead of season start

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AFL considering virus options ahead of season start

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McLachlan warns games without crowds a possibility due to coronavirus

AFL chief executive Gillon McLachlan says the league is preparing to play games without fans present as part of the fight to contain the coronavirus outbreak.

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McLachlan warns games without crowds a possibility due to coronavirus

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McLachlan warns games without crowds a possibility due to coronavirus

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Polly Farmer researchers warn AFL on head knocks

The message from Graham ‘Polly’ Farmer’s shock neurodegenerative disease diagnosis is clear: the AFL must do more to reduce head knocks for the sake of players now and in the future.

AFL

Feb

Polly Farmer researchers warn AFL on head knocks

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Polly Farmer researchers warn AFL on head knocks

AFL

Feb

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No plans for AFL to become AFLM

The AFL has clarified that it has no plans to change its name after football boss Steve Hocking’s comments about potentially calling the men’s competition the AFLM.

AFL

Feb

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No plans for AFL to become AFLM

AFL

Feb

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Merrett dumped from Essendon leadership group after player vote

Despite being vice-captain for the past three seasons, dual best-and-fairest winner Zach Merrett has been axed from Essendon’s AFL leadership group.

AFL

Feb

Merrett dumped from Essendon leadership group after player vote

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Merrett dumped from Essendon leadership group after player vote

AFL

Feb

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Stars limp into BBL finals

The Melbourne Stars will limp into the BBL finals on a three-game losing streak following their 71-run drubbing at the hands of the AB de Villiers-inspired Brisbane Heat.

Cricket

Jan

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Stars limp into BBL finals

Cricket

Jan

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Devastated de Minaur out of Aussie Open

Alex de Minaur couldn’t get out of bed without suffering sharp abdominal pain this week, but the the top-ranked local hope was still determined to play in the Australian Open.

Tennis

Jan

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Devastated de Minaur out of Aussie Open

Tennis

Jan

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Blues lose Curnow for start of AFL season

Luckless Carlton star forward Charlie Curnow will miss the start of the AFL season as he continues his rehabilitation from knee surgery.

AFL

Jan

Blues lose Curnow for start of AFL season

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Blues lose Curnow for start of AFL season

AFL

Jan

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Varcoe to miss weeks with shoulder reconstruction

Collingwood veteran Travis Varcoe’s AFL pre-season program has suffered a major setback, with the speedy midfielder to have shoulder surgery. The 31-year-old was hurt during a pre-season training drill on Monday and must undergo a shoulder reconstruction. “While Trav will miss some early rounds of the season, we’ll have a better idea of his return […]

AFL

Jan

Varcoe to miss weeks with shoulder reconstruction

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Varcoe to miss weeks with shoulder reconstruction

AFL

Jan

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Pattinson set to play Boxing Day Test: Langer

Victorian express quick James Pattinson is set to be unleashed on New Zealand in the Boxing Day Test, with coach Justin Langer looking forward to watching him bowl at the MCG.

Cricket

Dec

Pattinson set to play Boxing Day Test: Langer

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Pattinson set to play Boxing Day Test: Langer

Cricket

Dec

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Disaster for Dockers as Mundy breaks leg in bicycle accident

Star Fremantle veteran David Mundy has suffered a broken leg while riding a bike with his kids.

AFL

Dec

Disaster for Dockers as Mundy breaks leg in bicycle accident

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Disaster for Dockers as Mundy breaks leg in bicycle accident

AFL

Dec

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Dayne Beams taking indefinite break from AFL

Collingwood veteran Dayne Beams has taken an indefinite break from the AFL to concentrate on his mental health.

AFL

Dec

Dayne Beams taking indefinite break from AFL

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Dayne Beams taking indefinite break from AFL

AFL

Dec

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Another AFL captaincy change as the Bont becomes Bulldogs skipper

Star midfielder Marcus Bontempelli has taken over from Easton Wood as Western Bulldogs captain in the AFL.

AFL

Dec

Another AFL captaincy change as the Bont becomes Bulldogs skipper

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Another AFL captaincy change as the Bont becomes Bulldogs skipper

AFL

Dec

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Maxwell edges closer to return

All-rounder Glenn Maxwell has trained with Victoria’s Sheffield Shield squad as he edges closer to a return from a mental health break.

Cricket

Dec

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Maxwell edges closer to return

Cricket

Dec

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WATCH: Aaron Finch subbed out of Sheffield Shield clash after being struck at short leg

After losing Aaron Finch to a concussion, Victoria have moved to 2-110 at tea on day of the Sheffield Shield clash against NSW at the MCG.

Cricket

Nov

WATCH: Aaron Finch subbed out of Sheffield Shield clash after being struck at short leg

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WATCH: Aaron Finch subbed out of Sheffield Shield clash after being struck at short leg

Cricket

Nov

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SA clubs set to shake up the second round of the draft

Port Adelaide and Adelaide will entertain offers for their early picks in the second round of the AFL draft.

AFL

Nov

SA clubs set to shake up the second round of the draft

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SA clubs set to shake up the second round of the draft

AFL

Nov

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Warner sets up big summer

Australia opener David Warner is back among the runs just in time for a busy summer of cricket.

Cricket

Nov

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Warner sets up big summer

Cricket

Nov

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