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Al PatonSuperCoach AFL editor

Al Paton produces SuperCoach content across News websites and digital platforms including articles, videos and podcasts.

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GEELONG, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 15: Tim Seifert of the Renegades celebrates making a century during the BBL match between Melbourne Renegades and Brisbane Heat at GMHBA Stadium, on December 15, 2025, in Geelong, Australia (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

BBL late mail: Seifert allays injury fears after century heroics

Melbourne Renegades centurion Tim Seifert has played down fears he was injured during his matchwinning knock after failing to field in his side’s win over Brisbane Heat.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 18: Marcus Stoinis of the Stars celebrates the wicket of Matthew Renshaw of the Heat during the BBL match between Melbourne Stars and Brisbane Heat at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on December 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Morgan Hancock/Getty Images)

Top scorers nailed – not too late to copy the best in SuperCoach BBL

This expert SuperCoach BBL cheat sheet singled out the top four scorers from the season opener. One game down, it’s not too late to check the full list and start picking your ultimate team.

Adam Treloar and Jagga Smith

SuperCoach sneak peek: Six essential 2026 prices revealed

Get an early look at the prices of six players who could play a huge role in SuperCoach next season, from the top-priced defender to some huge bargains.

SuperCoach AFL 2026 draft rankings

Way too early expert 2026 SuperCoach Draft rankings

Pre-season is underway which means it’s time to rank the best SuperCoach Draft picks for next season. See the expert consensus No.1 plus full draft lists.

SuperCoach BBL fixture for 2025-2026

Ultimate planner: How to beat the SuperCoach BBL schedule

Don’t miss a bye or double game round in the BBL this summer. Set yourself up for SuperCoach success with the full schedule plus expert analysis.

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 26: Glenn Maxwell of the Stars plays a shot during the BBL match between Sydney Sixers and Melbourne Stars at Sydney Cricket Ground, on December 26, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Izhar Khan/Getty Images)

One simple rule behind Al Paton’s SuperCoach BBL team

SuperCoach BBL is fun, unpredictable, and almost here. See the rule fantasy guru Al Paton uses to pick a team … and the one player who breaks it.

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 11: Matt Short of the Strikers acknowledges the crowd as he walks off out for 109 runs Caught Xavier Bartlett and bowled Mitchell Swepson during the BBL match between Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat at Adelaide Oval, on January 11, 2025, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)

Take these 11 players out of your SuperCoach BBL team ASAP

Unavailable, injured, too expensive, poor fixture or just a bad idea. Here are the players to avoid in SuperCoach BBL.

MELBOURNE, DECEMBER 6, 2024: St Kilda pre-season training at RSEA Park. Mattaes Phillipou. Picture: Mark Stewart

Al Paton’s 13 best buys for SuperCoach 2026

From stars returning from injury to trade recruits, rookies and breakout contenders, see the top SuperCoach targets for 2026.

SuperCoach positions revealed for 2026

Rookies, DPPs: Every 2026 AFL SuperCoach position revealed

See who has gained and lost dual-position status in SuperCoach, positions for next year’s hottest rookies and the biggest lock of 2026. See the list of every single player.

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BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - JUNE 20: Ben Stokes of England reacts after dropping a catching chance off the batting of Nathan Lyon of Australia during Day Five of the LV= Insurance Ashes 1st Test match between England and Australia at Edgbaston on June 20, 2023 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

‘Career over’: 10 dropped catches that changed Ashes history

They say catches win matches, but the consequences of dropping a golden chance can be huge. And it means even more when they come in the biggest rivalry in cricket.

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