Ralph: ‘Shocked’ Balta should thank his lucky stars
Noah Balta was shocked at Tuesday’s court ruling that will see him miss multiple AFL matches. But Jon Ralph writes, the Tiger should be very grateful it wasn’t far worse.
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AFL star’s wild sentencing after assault trial
Richmond star Noah Balta has been sentenced over his assault conviction with a NSW court handing down a bizarre punishment.
Nankervis: Balta a changed man since summer incident
Noah Balta played his first game of 2025 on Saturday night — and his skipper welcomed the return with open arms. Plus, Damien Hardwick takes aim at the Victorian Premier.
‘Mockery’: AFL coach torches Vic Premier
Damien Hardwick has taken an unprompted swipe at Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan, accusing her of putting her nose where it shouldn’t be.
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‘X-factor’ ready to strike for Lions
Whether it’s as the substitute or in the top 22, Brisbane’s Bruce Reville is intent on again making a difference for the Lions on Saturday against Richmond.
Fagan has ‘empathy’ for Tigers coach
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan knows how his Richmond rival Adem Yze is feeling as the Tigers go through a significant rebuild.
Why Lions have to be at ‘absolute best’
The Brisbane Lions are still searching for their “best football” despite starting the defence of their AFL premiership with three successive wins.
‘They missed one there’: How Doc slid out of Tigers’, Dons’ clutches
Sam Davidson was running around last year in Richmond colours – and yet they let him slip. Jon Ralph and Paul Amy go behind the sliding doors moment which left ‘Doc’ a Dog.
The case for and against Mansell’s suspension
Rhyan Mansell’s case has divided opinions across the AFL after the young Tiger pushed Saint Liam O’Connell into an oncoming pack. Lauren Wood breaks down the for and against a ban.
What’s bleedingly obvious about the Saints – and what’s next
If it wasn’t already, it’s crystal clear now – for the competition and for those in charge at St Kilda, writes Josh Barnes. Here’s what Saturday’s victory over Richmond proved.
‘Unpredictability’: Port’s newest wrinkle leaves Tigers in dust
Ken Hinkley has praised his side’s player-driven response after the Power bounced back on Saturday – but, as Simeon Thomas-Wilson writes, a Hinkley move was the game changer.
Tigers fans go nuclear after Port thrashing
A week is a long time in footy, with Richmond fans turning on the fledgling team following an “insipid” belting against Port Adelaide.
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