AFL State of Origin returns in style as Victoria holds off WA, Jacob Weitering taken to hospital

Victoria holds off a spirited WA side to win the first Aussie rules State of Origin clash for 27 years, though the game is ...

AFL State of Origin: Worst fears realised in grim injury update for Carlton star

The future of AFL State of Origin is bright after a 58,000-strong sellout crowd at Optus Stadium witnessed end-to-end football full of class and plenty of feeling.

As it happened: Stars injured as Victoria prevails in fiery Origin clash

A bruising State of Origin contest has left several stars hurt, headlined by Carlton key defender Jacob Weitering finishing the night in hospital following a heavy collision in the opening quarter.

NBL State of Origin? Here’s how it could work... and what your state’s team would look like

The NBL’s version of Origin could include six teams: Victoria, Western Australia, New South Wales, Queensland, Allies (South Australian ACT and Tasmanian players) and New Zealand. The NBL has plenty ...