AFL semi-final tips: Who’s in danger of straight-sets exit?
Hokball or Port? Brisbane or GWS? The fate of two more premiership contenders will be decided this weekend in cutthroat semi-finals. See who our experts are tipping here.
Port Adelaide
‘That’s uneducated’: Ken blasts critics in tense exchange
If Port Adelaide bows out in another straight sets finals exit on Friday night, the speculation on Ken Hinkley’s future will shift into overdrive. But the Power coach wasn’t having any of it on Thursday.
Go around again? Veteran duo’s futures up in air
Charlie Dixon and Travis Boak’s futures beyond finals are both in limbo. Should they go around again? Port’s fate could have a big say in it, writes MATT TURNER.
All eyes on Ken: If the Power goes out, who makes the tough choice?
The pressure couldn’t be higher on Ken Hinkley and his team ahead of their date with the Hawks. But win or lose, one footy great thinks the coach will get to decide his future.
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Power skipper’s latest injury concern sours North romp
Port Adelaide stormed to a commanding win over North Melbourne — giving Jason Horne-Francis the last laugh against his old side. But, two injuries to key players have soured the victory.
Star incites former team as Roos lose again
Port’s Jason Horne-Francis was public enemy No. 1 against North Melbourne, but he had the last laugh in a fiery victory in Hobart.
Three rucks in three weeks? Port merry-go-round turns again
Ken Hinkley has hinted at a surprise return for Ivan Soldo before Port Adelaide’s bye, putting pressure on understudy Jordon Sweet as he returns to the Power side on Saturday.
SPP’s role in Power’s mid-season draft plans, Crows hunting talls
The Power are set to move injured star Sam Powell-Pepper to their inactive list, so what does this mean for their mid-season draft plans? Meanwhile, the Crows look to fill a glaring need.
Power legend’s new lawsuit alleges ex-MP took $250k from his account
Port Adelaide premiership hero Byron Pickett is suing the AFL Players’ Association, alleging it breached its duty of care as a former federal MP siphoned his fortune.
Power’s concession over nine-day break as Crows take another hit
Normally a nine-day break would be something most clubs would jump at to give players a refresh over a mini-bye. However, Port assistant Josh Carr said the break may have done more harm than good as the Crows cop another injury blow.
The Lowdown: Crows fans must stop defaulting to ‘Vic bias’
It’s hard for Crows fans not to be frustrated at the end sequence of their loss to the Pies, but it’s time to for fans to put an end to reverting back to the Victorian bias angle.
Furore over 19 seconds that stung Hawthorn
The AFL has responded to the late drama in Port Adelaide’s comeback win over Hawthorn with footage showing a controversial umpire call.
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