DARK SECRETS: 25 | Vintage Vibes

Tigers ready to handle old mates, favourites tag

Richmond will have to deal with a rare favourites tag against West Coast but coach Adem Yze insists that is irrelevant.

AAP · May 8, 2025

Oliver 'frustrated' at AFL speculation: Goodwin

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says there was nothing more to Clayton Oliver's AFL week off than the health and well-being of the star midfielder.

AAP · May 8, 2025

Max gone? Mitchell wants to see back of Dees skipper

Melbourne captain Max Gawn is in vintage form and has been giving Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell headaches ahead of their MCG clash in round nine.

AAP · May 8, 2025

Yze backs Balta after jeers from Hawks fans

Richmond defender Noah Balta was jeered by Hawthorn fans as he returned to AFL action for the first time since being sentenced for assault.

AAP · May 4, 2025

Clarko back as Hawks mark centenary with Tiger mauling

Alastair Clarkson and fellow Hawthorn greats helped celebrate the club's AFL/VFL centenary before Jack Gunston kicked three goals in a big win over Richmond.

AAP · May 4, 2025

Hawks ruck Meek ready to step up and tame Tigers

Hawthorn ruckman Lloyd Meek is raring to go toe-to-toe with Richmond captain Toby Nankervis in their clash at the MCG.

AAP · May 3, 2025

Hawks coach defends Sicily's form, Barrass switch

Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has defended James Sicily's form and backed his own decision to send Tom Barrass forward late in the 50-point win over West Coast.

AAP · May 2, 2025

'Everyone hated me' says Eagles captain Oscar Allen

Eagles captain Oscar Allen says he has taken a step away from social media after receiving a torrent of criticism in the wake of his meeting with Sam Mitchell.

AAP · May 1, 2025

Balta back as Tigers aim to spoil Hawthorn's party

Richmond premiership defender Noah Balta will return from a week off in his side's clash with Hawthorn, who are celebrating 100 years in the AFL-VFL.

AAP · May 1, 2025

Ex-coach Clarkson to attend Hawks' centenary match

Hawthorn have invited past players and coaches to their match celebrating 100 years in the VFL/AFL, and former coach Alastair Clarkson will be there.

AAP · Apr 30, 2025