Panthers circle ‘marquee’ Fifita as contract call looms
David Fifita has been labelled a "marquee player" by Penrith coach Ivan Cleary after the Panthers met with the Gold Coast star at the weekend.
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‘Not a gender issue’: NRL launches defence of referee
NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the performance of referee Kasey Badger amid intense scrutiny over her officiating.
Souths’ Gray, Hawkins face lengthy injury lay-offs
Jack Wighton looks set for an extended stint in the halves after South Sydney confirmed Dean Hawkins and Jye Gray were both facing long-term lay-offs.
Moloney’s final flurry not enough, loses title in Tokyo
Australia is without a current male world champion after bantamweight Jason Moloney was upset on points by Yoshiki Takei on a historic Tokyo card.
Cleary wants compensation as rivals raid Penrith kids
Ivan Cleary believes Penrith should be compensated for player development as their junior nursery is raided by NRL rivals.
Hawkins unfazed by form as Cats games record looms
Tom Hawkins will draw level with Joel Selwood for the most games for Geelong but the milestone comes amid a form slump.
Crichton a possible Penrith option if they miss Fifita
Angus Crichton could become a potential option for Penrith if they miss out on David Fifita, after a preliminary inquiry about the Sydney Roosters forward.
Arthur enters defining month at under-pressure Eels
Parramatta are entering a crucial month and their priority must be cutting "brain explosions" from their second-half performances, says Ryan Matterson.
Longmire remains a ‘maybe’ on AFL send-off rule
Sydney coach John Longmire says Callum Brown's bump on Sydney defender Tom McCartin, resulting in a three-game suspension, appears to have been an accident.
Skipper McDermott wants to continue Reds’ Super roll
After watching his team take down the Crusaders amongst fans in Christchurch, Reds skipper Tate McDermott says there's a big buzz about their Super prospects.
Draw critics won’t faze Sharks ahead of NRL litmus test
Siosifa Talakai has declared that Cronulla must prove to themselves in Melbourne they are among the NRL's best, despite topping the ladder after nine rounds.
McCluggage poised for long-term contract at Brisbane
Hugh McCluggage says he's in talks with Brisbane about a long-term deal as restricted free agency status looms.
Broncos select rookie Josh Rogers to fill Reynolds void
Josh Rogers, with just one game of NRL to his credit, will step into the Brisbane halfback role vacated by Adam Reynolds in the clash with Parramatta.
Returning Leniu to make up for lost time, say Roosters
The Sydney Roosters believe firebrand prop Spencer Leniu is ready to make up for lost time after serving an eight-match NRL ban for a racial slur.
Likely return for Hurricanes player acquitted of rape
Nikhil Chaudhary, who was found not guilty of rape, will likely return to play for Hobart in the Big Bash League despite not telling the club about the charges.
McDonald defends call to back experience over IPL form
Coach Andrew McDonald has made no apology for prioritising Australian experience over franchise T20 returns, insistent his squad will hit the World Cup in form.
Dolphins’ Gilbert to meet surgeon and go under knife
It has been a long wait for Dolphins lock Tom Gilbert who is hopeful he can get surgery on his injured knee and start rehab with round one, 2025 in his sights.
Souths turn to debutant halfback amid injury crisis
South Sydney have named their third different halfback of the season with Dion Teaupa set to make his NRL debut amid the club's injury crisis.
Season over for Lions duo as Richmond guns eye return
Brisbane's Lincoln McCarthy and Darcy Gardiner require knee reconstructions while Richmond's Dion Prestia and Noah Balta are chances to return from layoffs.
Manu has good and bad news for Sydney Roosters fans
Rugby-bound Sydney Roosters star Joey Manu has just one goal in 2024 before his move to Japan next season.
Bennett never intended to coach Dolphins in 2025: CEO
Dolphins CEO Terry Reader has scuppered suggestions the club should have signed Wayne Bennett for 2025 and explained why Bennett's succession plan can succeed.
Surrey sign Aussie paceman Spencer Johnson for Blast
Australia and Brisbane Heat paceman Spencer Johnson will play for Surrey in this year's Vitality Blast.
Hughes wants to stay at Storm, refutes move to Titans
Melbourne half Jahrome Hughes says he intends to stay at the Storm for the rest of his career and win more titles, refuting any mooted move to Gold Coast.
Bennett backs Perth NRL bid, cagey about Souths talks
Wayne Bennett says he will eventually "get around to it" when it comes to talking with South Sydney about his coaching future, while backing the Perth NRL bid.
One-time Super reject chooses Reds, eyes Test recall
Hunter Paisami's many styles in the centres, to go with his formidable defence, meant he was in hot demand before recommitting to the Queensland Reds.
My pleas for Amiss protection not a whinge: Longmuir
Jye Amiss is still being illegally manhandled by his opponents despite Fremantle airing its concerns to the AFL, according to coach Justin Longmuir.
Rest may be best for Souths captain Murray: Walker
Cody Walker concedes a period of rest may do Cameron Murray some good as the South Sydney skipper faces eight weeks on the sidelines.
Regretful Moloney stews on Tokyo loss, vows to fight on
Dethroned champion Jason Moloney has spoken of regret, anguish and the future in his first interview since relinquishing his world boxing title in Tokyo.
‘It was close’: Turuva opens up on contract call
Reigning Dally M rookie of the year Sunia Turuva has revealed what convinced him to move from all-conquering Penrith to Wests Tigers.
Mariners make history with AFC Cup triumph, eye treble
Substitute Alou Kuol's late winner has settled the AFC Cup final in Muscat as Central Coast Mariners became the first Australian club to lift the trophy.
Lions’ lesson proves Suns aren’t ‘big dogs’ yet
Gold Coast have walked away from a comprehensive QClash loss to Brisbane with "a million different things" to learn under new coach Damien Hardwick.