‘Elite talent’ stars on debut in thriller
It didn’t take long for Gold Coast Suns prodigy Izak Rankine to prove he was the real deal, scoring a “filthy” goal with his first touch.
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Teams: ‘Brave’ Lynch set for miracle recovery
Tom Lynch looked all but certain to miss Richmond’s clash against Sydney but his recovery and bravery to play through injury has stunned the Tigers. Check out the final Round 6 teams.
SuperCoach: Who to pick in rookie bonanza
Two popular KFC SuperCoach rookies have been dropped but there is lots of good news with the return of Marlion Pickett and up to nine first-gamers in Round 6. Who are the best buys? Get the inside word.
Footy Form: Why are the Demons favourites?
Round 6 is here in the AFL and there looks like being a little bit of value around for punters, with some favourites hardly deserving. Plus, who have been the big market movers with TAB?
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Robbo’s top 50: Why no love for Gaz?
FOOTY fans have given their take on Robbo’s top 50 and one thing is clear. They don’t rate Gary Ablett like they once did. How far has the star Cat fallen and who else is on the nose? See the full rankings here.
Can Gillon save football in Tassie?
GILLON McLachlan will finally venture to Tasmania this week to help save footy in the state. But how does the most powerful man in the AFL plan on doing it? JON RALPH has the latest.
Can Martin fill the void left by Gaz?
FOR all of his four years in the AFL, Jack Martin has been the Suns player to generate the most anticipation over the next stage of his development. But is he ready to be the club’s go-to midfield star?
Who will replace gun Sun Hall?
LIFE without Gary Ablett just got harder for Gold Coast with news Aaron Hall requires surgery on an injured finger. So who will the struggling club look to for a midfield boost?
Which draftees will debut in Round 1?
WE are just days out from Round 1 but there are still plenty of big selection questions facing all 18 clubs. JON RALPH runs his eye over which draftees are in prime position to debut for their new clubs.
King: Suns in safe hands with Dew
NEW coach Stuart Dew has a big job turning around Gold Coast’s fortunes but he has the talent to lead the revival, and a big season from Tom Lynch would help, writes DAVID KING.
What your club’s marketing slogan should have been
DID your club get its 2018 marketing slogan right? Fear not, we are here to help. With Round 1 approaching fast, check out the 18 club marketing slogans that should have got the green light this season.
Gil: AFL won’t ‘abandon’ Tasmania
AFL chief Gillon McLachlan has pledged his support to embattled Tasmania in a speech to club chiefs at the league’s season launch and gave more detail on a mooted mid-season draft or trade period.
Port’s new and old players need to gel, and quickly
WHY time is of the essence for Port Adelaide to get settled.
Hanley injury bitter blow for Suns
MICHAEL Rischitelli’s is set to step into Gold Coast’s backline after star defender Pearce Hanley was ruled out for more than a month after dislocating his shoulder.
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