‘I get tingles’: NSW halves on cusp of cementing legacy
NSW halves Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary have the chance to cement their State of Origin legacy by winning a decider together for the first time.
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‘No words’ but Slater knows what Munster is feeling
Billy Slater says Queensland must lift for Cameron Munster as the captain prepares to play in the State of Origin decider days after his father's death.
NRL team media officer admits drink driving after crash
A media officer's drunken crash made her the third person linked to the same NRL team to be charged with drink or drug driving in the past 10 months.
Broncos veteran back from injury to tackle Titans
Brisbane utility Ben Hunt has recovered from a hamstring injury and will return from a two-month layoff against Gold Coast.
Blues carry big-game edge into State of Origin decider
Penrith's premiership dynasty and victory in the 2024 decider have handed the Blues a significant advantage headed into the State of Origin finale.
Dogs cop fresh blow as Ciraldo makes halves call
Canterbury have lost Marcelo Montoya for up to six weeks with a neck injury, while Toby Sexton and Matt Burton have been reunited in the halves.
Titans usher in ownership, team changes before Broncos
Gold Coast welcome back David Fifita and Jayden Campbell from injury to play Brisbane, as Titans co-owner Darryl Kelly sells his stake in the club.
Blues out to avoid repeat of stop-start Perth contest
NSW want more ball in play in the State of Origin decider and say it's on them to clean up their act and create a free-flowing game in Sydney.
Daley gets boost as duck-breaking decider chance looms
Brian To'o and Payne Haas have both been declared fit for State of Origin III, as NSW attempt to help Laurie Daley to his first series win in 11 years.
Why Lachlan Galvin doubts won’t faze Bulldogs coach
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has come out in defence of the Bulldogs' plan for using highly prized mid-season recruit Lachlan Galvin.
‘A few tears’: Broncos give prop NRL debut after toil
Brisbane will give prop Ben Talty an NRL debut and have recalled veteran centre Delouise Hoeter for the clash with Canterbury after injuries to key men.
‘I replied with an F-bomb’: Papalii to rock for Maroons
It's been a big week for recalled Queensland prop Josh Papalii after he welcomed son Jeremiah into the world and got a stunning call from Billy Slater.
Broncos stand by ‘legend’ after drink-driving charge
Brisbane Broncos legend Steve Renouf has apologised for "unacceptable" drink-driving after being allegedly caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
Nathan Cleary asks NRL to sort out scheduling quirk
Penrith could not play their five NSW stars on a recent trip to Auckland and halfback Nathan Cleary hopes that kind of fixturing can be avoided in future.
Eels turn tables on Sharks in NRLW season opener
Parramatta caused the first upset of the new NRLW season in the opening game with a slim win over last year's grand finalists Cronulla.
One year on, Eels star erases NRLW injury nightmare
Rueben Cherrington had extra reason to be fiercely motivated going into the NRLW season opener. It was her first NRLW game since round one last year.
Josh Papalii could play against Raiders in 2026
Canberra great Josh Papalii has left open the possibility of continuing in the NRL next year at another club as he prepares to make a call on his future.
Bulldogs’ halves puzzle solved with playmaker’s exit
Canterbury's halves puzzle has been solved as Toby Sexton signs with a rival, paving the way for Lachlan Galvin to start.
Cordner wants Yeo to feel what only he has in 20 years
If Isaah Yeo gets to lift the Origin trophy after Wednesday's decider he will join a very exclusive club indeed.
Grant puts Origin No.9 bogey to bed ahead of decider
Harry Grant claimed his first State of Origin win as a starting hooker in Perth and the Maroons' new-look spine has him believing the decider can be his second.
Marshall defends Wests Tigers’ latest roster gamble
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has addressed the club's controversial call to allow a second local product to walk from the club mid-season.
Papenhuyzen scratching adds to Storm’s backline issues
Jonah Pezet's long-awaited NRL comeback will come starting in Melbourne's halves after Ryan Papenhuyzen's calf tightness caused more headaches for the Storm.
Bulldogs announce their NRLW arrival with upset win
The Bulldogs have bared their teeth with a five-tries-to-two win over two-time NRLW premiership winners the Newcastle Knights.
Broncos’ top-four charge is on as Mam leads comeback
Ezra Mam has laid on three tries in the space of 20 minutes as Brisbane went from 18-0 down to 22-18 winners over Canterbury.
How a 6am bus ride changed Hugo Savala’s career path
Hugo Savala had endured one of the toughest 15-minute periods of his NRL career when a spot was offered on a 6am bus to Canberra. Taking it changed his season.
Brandon Smith in as Souths cop fresh injury blow
Brandon Smith has been named for his first game with new club South Sydney, who have received more bad news in a season of injury hell.
The day NSW’s star of the future blew Cleary away
NSW halfback Nathan Cleary remembers distinctly the day he first took notice of Isaiya Katoa, who is now rated a genuine State of Origin prospect of the future.
Why Coates is ready to give NSW a Bellyache in Origin
Maroons winger Xavier Coates is prepared for anything in the State of Origin decider and it is his club coach and opposing NSW mentor Craig Bellamy he credits.
Bulldogs hooker Mahoney to join Cowboys in 2026
Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney will join North Queensland on a three-year deal from next year after being granted permission to negotiate with other clubs.
Expansion clubs unlikely to prise star duo from Storm
Melbourne have a knack of securing their big guns long-term but Harry Grant and Xavier Coates are two that are more than happy where they are.
Hat-trick hero helps Raiders pip Dragons, top NRL table
Canberra have held off a gallant and depleted St George Illawarra, thanks largely to the efforts of zippy fullback Kaeo Weekes.