Grand Final

Michael Maguire celebrates with his Broncos playing group.

Analysis
NRL

'Handy' signing adds to Broncos dynasty claims

The Broncos broke their long premiership drought in emphatic style, producing one of the most stunning play-off campaigns in the game's history.

7:31pm Oct 8, 2025

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Michael Maguire head coach and Reece Walsh of the Broncos celebrate victory in the change rooms following the NRL Grand Final match between the Melbourne Storm at Brisbane Broncos at Accor Stadium on October 05, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

'Absolutely stuffed': Madge lifts lid on wild Broncos party

The Broncos coach didn't get a wink of sleep on grand final night, revealing that when he did finally crash text messages came flooding in.

2:00am Oct 7, 2025

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - OCTOBER 05: Ryan Papenhuyzen of the Storm reacts after a Broncos try during the NRL Grand Final match between the Melbourne Storm at Brisbane Broncos at Accor Stadium on October 05, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Cameron Spencer/Getty Images)

'Theirs to lose': Smith's blunt call on Storm capitulation

Cameron Smith was in disbelief as he watched the Storm blow a big grand final lead, pointing to a problem that has been clear all season.

9:30pm Oct 5, 2025

Reece Walsh of the Broncos celebrates victory after the NRL Preliminary Final.

'He can lose you some': Joey's Walsh warning for grand final

Reece Walsh's error rate might be the defining factor on Sunday, with Andrew Johns saying the Broncos fullback can win big games but "he can lose you some."

9:15pm Oct 4, 2025

'Tough' conversation that broke gun rookie's heart

Michael Maguire admits several "tough calls" this season left him bamboozled, but none moreso than this grand final decision.

3:44am Oct 4, 2025

Michael Maguire speaks to the media after the Broncos' win over the Panthers.

Madge dismisses 'garbage' Storm advantage claims

A seven-day turnaround for the grand final is not worrying Michael Maguire, even if it means his rivals have more time to prepare.

11:42am Sep 28, 2025

Chris Fagan, Brisbane coach with the premiership cup.

Historic first awaiting Lions if they go back-to-back

Brisbane will look to make history on Saturday as they could become the first AFL team to win back-to-back premierships twice in the 21st century.

4:13am Sep 26, 2025

Analysis
AFL

The many faces of 'Bazlenka': how pin-up boy became a superstar

Bailey Smith has many sides. Freakish athlete, social media phenomenon, off-field enigma, and now the superstar with the grand final at his mercy.

2:31am Sep 26, 2025

Snoop Dogg ahead of the AFL grand final.

TJ rips AFL over Snoop snub before awkward five-minute presser

9News sports presenter Tony Jones wasn't invited to the Snoop Dogg press event and took his opportunity to double down on his stance.

2:04am Sep 25, 2025

Analysis
AFL

Ten huge storylines to play out in grand final week

This year's AFL grand final is packed to the brim with fascinating storylines from selection to legacy to recent history. Here's 10 to watch out for.

8:22pm Sep 22, 2025