Door open for Sharks’ debutants to play finals
Craig Fitzgibbon is unsure how long Mawene Hiroti will require on the sidelines, opening the door for one of Cronulla's debutants to hold their spot in finals.
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Fullback still No.1 choice for breakout Manly star
Clayton Faulalo has been a shining light at fullback and five-eighth for Manly, while playing centre appears likely in 2027, but No.1 is still his best spot.
Broncos fall to 45-year low despite defeating Bulldogs
Canterbury have rolled over with a whimper in their final NRL regular-season game as the Bulldogs fell to Brisbane in a 34-20 defeat.
PNG’s Young hurdle could be sign of things to come
PNG's failed bid to sign Hudson Young for sizeably less than Canberra could be the first of many clashes between the Chiefs, the NRL and clubs over contracts.
Milestone man finds his confidence at Warriors
Important lock forward Erin Clark is preparing to play his 50th game for the Warriors, almost a decade after his first.
Legacy piece: Boyd to coach Maroons in State of Origin
Queensland's search for a new State of Origin coach is over, with Maroons legend Darius Boyd to take over in 2027 after signing a two-year deal.
‘No preference’: Dolphins ready for either of top two
The Dolphins have rested three of their big guns for the final round against Gold Coast as they prepare for a week-one finals tilt at Penrith or the Warriors.
‘If we’re serious about it’: Tonga’s rugby reminder
Wycliff Palu, the former Wallaby with Tongan heritage, is invested in providing consistent exposure to the sport in a country that still loves rugby.
Roosters coach backs NRL wildcard weekend
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson would be in favour of introducing a wildcard weekend ahead of the NRL finals once the competition has more teams.
PNG’s Young pursuit on hold after salary-cap drama
PNG's signing spree has met its first major hurdle, with the NRL to push back on the offer that was expected to be made to Canberra star Hudson Young.
World Cup ticket sales boost Christchurch NRL hopes
A match between New Zealand and Cook Islands looms as the first to sell out for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, in another case for NRL expansion.
Dogs coach in plea to NRL over potential rule changes
The six-again changes flipped the NRL upside down and sent the Dogs tumbling down the ladder. Now coach Cameron Ciraldo wants long-term clarity for 2027.
Cruel Knights blow as injury toll claims fresh victim
Trey Mooney's NRL season is over with the metre-eating prop ruled out of Newcastle's finals campaign.
Penrith star back tackling as return edges closer
Penrith could receive a pre-finals boost with Isaah Yeo back in contact training and tackling again over the past week, ahead of the final round.
May responds to vaping rumours, reveals World Cup plans
Terrell May has addressed the vaping rumours that have surrounded his time at the Wests Tigers since the Adam Doueihi saga erupted.
Not a yo-yo club: Tigers lock in Campbelltown as home
Wests Tigers have declared they can have the best pathways in the NRL after locking in at least six home games in Campbelltown for the first time in 25 years.
Roosters rest nine players including new halves duo
The Sydney Roosters have rested players en masse ahead of the last round of the regular season, while Penrith have taken the opposite approach.
Yeo reveals World Cup stance, contract timeline
Isaah Yeo is nearing a return to full fitness for Penrith, and hopes to lock in a new deal and play in the World Cup.
Raiders star admits lure in Chiefs signing blitz
Canberra star Hudson Young says he will either be at the Raiders or PNG in 2028, with the challenge of joining the Chiefs and their big-name signings a lure.
Cleary reveals contract stance after brother’s NRL bow
His contract talks will dominate the the NRL news cycle, but Nathan Cleary has expressed a desire to play with younger brother Jett at Penrith.
Ditching Shark Park final would be typical NRL: skipper
Cronulla are hopeful of playing their home elimination final at Shark Park rather than being moved by the NRL to another Sydney venue.
Time zones, turnarounds cause finals headaches for NRL
The NRL could be forced into a finals first in week one, while plans to play matches on Friday and Sunday in weeks two and three also have hurdles.
Howzat: Australia funds Pacific sport on road to 2032
Australia lacked a sports diplomacy strategy leading into the 2000 Sydney Olympics but is set on maximising leverage from the upcoming Brisbane Games.
Cleary on brink of greatness with Brad Fittler Medal
Nathan Cleary has added another individual gong to what is already proving a massive season, after being voted NSW's best in State of Origin.
Major MND move must go nationwide for research boost
Experts hope a fresh development in the battle against motor neurone disease will become a national priority, as a state helps researchers develop better care.
Roosters lean on Cherry-Evans to end premiership wait
Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters to end their wait for an NRL premiership. But can he do it without Sam Walker?
Broncos want Haas back after Rabbitohs stint
Brisbane have not given up hope of Payne Haas one day returning to the Broncos, as CEO Dave Donaghy also weighed into coach Michael Maguire's future.
Knights prop ruled out of NRL finals with mammoth ban
Jacob Saifiti's sole hope of playing in the NRL again in 2026 relies upon the Newcastle prop successfully contesting a reckless high contact charge.
Chief reasons why superstar Panther signed up with PNG
For the first time, four-time premiership winner Brian To'o has opened up on his decision to swap Penrith for PNG.
‘No malice’ as Volkman faces Dragons for first time
Ronald Volkman is not holding any grudges as he prepares to play against St George Illawarra for the first time since they bungled his contract.
‘Idiots’: Webster slams critics as Wahs eye first place
Centre Adam Pompey was involved in a social media pile-on during the week, but coach Andrew Webster insists he wasn't affected by any hate.