Hawthorn's Sam Mitchell wants the AFL to relax its Brownlow Medal laws to protect fair players from being ruled out for minor offences.

Star Geelong player Paul Chapman wants to repay his teammates after they "carried" him to a premiership last year.

The AFL asks for feedback on the controversial priority draft pick system as tanking fears escalate. What's your solution?

Brendan Fevola's new coach isn't worried about the baggage and media spotlight that accompanies the former AFL superstar.

Collingwood star Alan Didak will miss the next month of training after suffering a torn adductor muscle, the Magpies confirm.

Dustin Fletcher joins Essendon's coaching ranks with the 36-year-old to combine playing with a role alongside James Hird.

Former AFL star Brendan Fevola confirms he'll play with Yarrawonga Pigeons instead of pursuing career as NFL punter. 

Super-fit skipper Jonathan Brown says he's excited about playing a significant role in Brisbane Lions' 2012 NAB Cup campaign.

Hawthorn defender Stephen Gilham is set for a round-one return from a wrecked knee that prematurely ended 2011 season.

The AFL places the priority pick back on the agenda before the first uncompromised draft in three years.

Hawthorn's Sam Mitchell wants the AFL to relax its Brownlow Medal laws to protect fair players from being ruled out for minor offences.

Star Geelong player Paul Chapman wants to repay his teammates after they "carried" him to a premiership last year.

The AFL asks for feedback on the controversial priority draft pick system as tanking fears escalate. What's your solution?

Brendan Fevola's new coach isn't worried about the baggage and media spotlight that accompanies the former AFL superstar.

Collingwood star Alan Didak will miss the next month of training after suffering a torn adductor muscle, the Magpies confirm.

Dustin Fletcher joins Essendon's coaching ranks with the 36-year-old to combine playing with a role alongside James Hird.

Former AFL star Brendan Fevola confirms he'll play with Yarrawonga Pigeons instead of pursuing career as NFL punter. 

Super-fit skipper Jonathan Brown says he's excited about playing a significant role in Brisbane Lions' 2012 NAB Cup campaign.

Hawthorn defender Stephen Gilham is set for a round-one return from a wrecked knee that prematurely ended 2011 season.

The AFL places the priority pick back on the agenda before the first uncompromised draft in three years.

New York pranks "butterfingers" Welker, Contador speaks after drug ban and Ricciardo quicker than big guns.

Forget the international tri-series, the most exciting match this weekend will happen in the humble surrounds of Sydney grade cricket.

Dave Hussey says the prospect of being dropped again by Australia's selectors is helping drive him to succeed at international level.

Pakistan cricket authorities and the ICC clarify confusion over Saeed Ajmal's bowling action, saying the spinner is within the specified limits.

Tasmania openers Ed Cowan and Steven Cazzulino haunt their former state NSW on day two of the Sheffield Shield match at Bellerive.

Tom Cooper saves South Australia from self-destruction - and Bushranger Jon Holland - in dramatic Ryobi Cup win over Victoria.

Struggling WA batsman Shaun Marsh takes advantage of an early life to find some form in Shield clash against Queensland.

David Warner gives a unique insight into his dramatic rise to stardom in a refreshingly candid interview with Inside Cricket.

The mastermind behind the Pakistan cricket spot-fixing scam has reportedly found himself a cleaner's job in a British jail.

Simon Katich is cleared of fractures after copping a ball to the face in NSW's Sheffield Shield clash against Tasmania.

New York pranks "butterfingers" Welker, Contador speaks after drug ban and Ricciardo quicker than big guns.

Australian Formula 1 driver Mark Webber vows to use Red Bull's new car design to make up for the disappointments of 2011.

Former world champion Kimi Raikkonen sets the early pace on his return to Formula 1 racing as pre-season testing gets under way.

Superbike stars Jonathon Rea, Andrew Pitt and Fabian Foret are threatened with a meat cleaver while cycling in Melbourne.

TeamVodafone drivers Craig Lowndes and Jamie Whincup unveil their fresh new 2012 Holden Commodore livery and new race suits.

Ford Performance racing driver Will Davison unveils his Trading Post-sponsored 2012 Ford Falcon V8 Supercar.

Toyota to run two TS030 Hybrid prototype cars in 2012 Le Mans 24 Hour with former F1 drivers Alex Wurz and Kazuki Nakajima.

MotoGP veteran Valentino Rossi undergoes surgery to remove a rod that was inserted into his right tibia after a crash in 2010.

Veteran-Formula 1 team Sauber looking to move closer to the front of the field as they unveil their 2012 contender in Jerez.

Red Bull's Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel says he is searching for hat-trick of titles as the 2012 RB8 is unveiled online.

Chris Sandow will debut for the Eels in a trial against Wests Tigers on Saturday, and he won't be burdened by expectation.

Manly are confident they can re-sign star halves Kieran Foran and Daly Cherry-Evans before the kick-off to the 2012 NRL season.

Which player is most pivotal to your team's NRL premiership campaign, and you fear his absence for even one game?

Manly winger David Williams is no certainty to return from injury in the Sea Eagles' World Club Challenge match against Leeds.

Less than two years quitting a NSW team camp over racial comments, Timana Tahu reveals his dream to play State of Origin again.

This is Geoff Toovey's chance to show the NRL world the Manly hasn't fallen down in the wake of Des Hasler's defection.

Greg Inglis will miss the opening NRL round with scans confirming a minor fracture and sprained ligaments in his left ankle.

Moving the NRL-Indigenous All Stars match to grand final week could be one way of lessening the chance of serious injury.

The experimental six-to-go rule used in the All Stars match to clean up the ruck might be trialled in NRL matches late in the season.

No players were charged by the NRL Match Review Committee following the Harvey Norman Rugby League All Stars match.

With seven games to go, the fight is on to save something from a painful A-League season for Sydney FC and make the finals.

Ange Postecoglou says Brisbane Roar have no intention of paying Scottish club Rangers a fat fee to buy back Matt McKay.

As Miron Bleiberg hails Perth as a title contender, Glory coach Ian Ferguson takes his cue to push for a multi-year contract extension.

Who is the best player currently plying his trade in the A-League? Vote in our exclusive poll and have your say!

Why can't Sydney perform at home or in the first-half? Have the Roar landed a psychological blow? Have your say in A-League Talking Points.

Issey Nakajima-Farran will seek talks with Ange Postecoglou after being left out of Brisbane's AFC Champions League preliminary squad.

Matt McKay wants to come back to Brisbane - now it is up to the cashed-up Roar to prove how much they want their former captain.

Former Socceroo Mark Bosnich urges Kevin Muscat to make a shock playing return in a bid to save Melbourne Victory's season.

Perth Glory extend their impressive unbeaten streak to eight with comprehensive victory over Gold Coast United at nib Stadium.

Sydney FC welcome the news that marquee man Brett Emerton will return from injury in time to face Perth Glory on Saturday night.