The AFL last changed a rule 24 years ago that the athletes playing the game at an elite level have now outgrown. The game has ...

Among the new rules revealed on Wednesday, it has been confirmed that a ‘last disposal’ rule will come into play in 2026, which will see a free kick against the team who kicks or handballs the ball ...

The AFL has confirmed the arrival of the last disposal rule as one of seven rule changes for the 2026 season. Free kicks will now replace boundary throw-ins when the ball goes out of play off a clear ...