AFL Rich 100: Footy’s mega earners, millionaires revealed
The AFL Rich 100 for 2024 is here. There are new faces, a few big surprises and, of course, some eye-catching contracts for all the wrong reasons. See the full list and have your say.
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NRL Rich 100: Millionaire’s club skyrockets in 2024
The 2024 NRL Rich 100 is here and the number of seven-figure earners is higher than ever, as the game’s best are rewarded with big-money salaries. SEE THE FULL LIST HERE.
NRL Rich 100: Top-heavy cap strategy delivering Storm success
They’ve evolved The Big Three into The Big Four but the approach has stayed the same, with Melbourne’s distinct salary cap strategy continuing to reap rewards. See the breakdown of how the Storm maintain their dominance.
AFL Rich 100: The biggest boom and bust contracts revealed
It’s all about finding value where you can, and while some clubs are doing that well, others are struggling, paying high-price for little reward. Check out the AFL’s biggest boom and bust deals.
NRL Rich 100: The junior club producing rivers of rugby league gold
While Western Sydney has long been renowned for its supply of rugby league talent, south-east Sydney is where the real gold lies. See which junior clubs have produced the most big earners in this year’s NRL Rich 100.
$2m Harley? Huge price Eagles must pay to ward off Reid raid
AFL clubs wanting to be part of the next Harley Reid bidding war will have to be prepared to stump up $2m a season. We delve into footy’s newest millionaires in this year’s Rich 100.
NRL Rich 100: Walsh among nine snubbed Maroons stars
Reece Walsh is among a posse of Queensland Origin stars that didn’t make the 2024 Rich 100 list, in proof that big bucks doesn’t guarantee big-name performances. See the analysis of notable omissions and underperforming inclusions.
The bag is due: Stunning numbers behind end of Richmond dynasty
Despite having the worst season in club history, the Tigers dominate the Rich 100. But, as Josh Barnes finds out, it’s all part of how the AFL wants the cycle of footy to work.
NRL Rich 100: The best bargain hunting clubs revealed
Ahead of the release of our full NRL Rich 100 numbers on Sunday morning we reveal which clubs have proven the masters of extracting premium performance at a bottom-dollar budget.
AFL Rich 100: LDU on track to be one of footy’s highest-paid
This year’s AFL Rich 100 reveals the highest-paid players in footy. But with a few bumper contracts in the works, there’s set to be big shake-up across the league.
NRL Rich 100: The true cost of rugby league’s injury crisis
Analysis of our exclusive NRL Rich 100 list reveals the incredible proportion of their salary cap some clubs had left languishing on the sidelines in 2024. SEE THE NUMBERS HERE
Sport Con: Joey’s shock take on Newcastle great
The Newcastle Knights lost the match but Kalyn Ponga won high praise from NRL Immortal Joey Johns who anointed the star fullback with an incredible honour.
Sport Confidential: Bennett’s Cobbo, RCG signing admission
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett says the club “can’t afford” to make a play at the two hottest free agents in the NRL.
Broncos’ $1.1m gentle giant: Why NRL rivals don’t fear Payne Haas
For Brisbane to become a bona fide title contender next season, the Broncos need Payne Haas to transform from locomotive to hit man or risk spending another NRL season in the doldrums.
Tigers stun with most embarrassing act yet
The Wests Tigers have a long and embarrassing history of stuff-ups – but their latest gesture for a star who quit the club takes the cake.
Through the fire: How Rioli found happiness after ‘very dark days’
Willie Rioli’s best footy comes when he’s happy according to his cousin Dean – but there was serious doubt he’d ever get back here. MATT TURNER tells the Port star’s story of perseverance.
Eight years since Port lost to the Swans: Where are they now?
Port has the wood over Sydney – in fact, the Swans haven’t beaten them in eight matches. So where are the players who faced off the last time Sydney defeated Port, in round 20, 2016, now?
‘Too long’: Trap Lions haven’t fallen into
The Lions have been quick to switch their focus rather than enjoy last weekend’s thrilling win over the GWS Giants for longer than needed.
‘Start again’: Support for Petracca’s awards absence
Opting to skip the club’s awards night after a turbulent season for Christian Petracca has been labelled a good idea.
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