‘Not a day for anyone to celebrate’: AFL leaves door ajar for further penalties to players

The Sydney Morning Herald - Nov 13, 2026

While the AFL has endorsed the significant sanctions already imposed by the Swans, the league has stopped short of declaring the matter closed.

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Pat Cummins hits out at Usman Khawaja’s Sandpapergate claims

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Pat Cummins hits out at Usman Khawaja’s Sandpapergate claims

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Charges dropped but 'work to be done' at Sydney Swans

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Ghana earn first Cup of Nations qualifying points

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Ghana have posted their first African Cup of Nations points, while DR Congo are a step closer to qualifying for the continental showpiece event after their win.

Kiwi's perform touching haka for Ponga

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I ordered the underarm ball in 1981, and the shame is rarely about the act alone

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Australian captain Pat Cummins addresses Usman Khawaja’s memoir, spat with wife

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Warner fires back at Cummins after "nonsense" claims

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David Warner has fired several shots at his former captain Pat Cummins, after the quick refuted a number of ball-tampering claims raised by Usman Khawaja.

Harry Kane marks milestone night with winning goal

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