Jon Pierik

The future of the AFL’s newest club, the Tasmania Devils, is likely to be settled soon, after a key order over the contentious construction of a billion-dollar stadium was presented to parliament on Tuesday.

Michael Vaughan, the man who led England to the famous 2005 series victory, says the “connection” between the Australian Test team and public is questionable.

Amid the fallout from trade period tensions, the Bombers have launched an audacious bid to lure Hawk Josh Weddle. But former club president Jeff Kennett says the young star must consult his grandmother first.

Hawthorn president Andy Gowers has opened up on the failed trade for Essendon star Zach Merrett, while one club great said he never expected a cordial deal to be struck because of the history between the two clubs.

Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon remain Australia’s best bowlers, but they are nearing the end of their fabled careers. Here are six bowlers to keep an eye on.

The Gold Coast Suns unveiled boom recruit Christian Petracca on Friday, and the former Demon is already warming to his new life in the sunshine state.

Ahead of the Ashes, we profile six young batters who could light up the national teams in the coming years.

Follow all the action from day two of this year’s AFL trade period, with all the news as it breaks and the best analysis in the business.

Follow all the action from day two of this year’s AFL trade period, with all the news as it breaks and the best analysis in the business.

Follow all the action from day two of this year’s AFL trade period, with all the news as it breaks and the best analysis in the business.