Grandmaster crash: NRL wrecking ball’s love for chess
Oregon Kaufusi is one the NRL's most reserved characters but you're more likely to find the Cronulla prop waxing lyrical about rooks rather than rucks.
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Flying Phil to give Dragons fans a taste of the future
After inking his "The Godfather" deal with St George Illawarra, the electric Phil Sami has been dynamite for Gold Coast and aiming to explode at Kogarah.
Storm coach gives blessing for star to sign with rivals
A move to forthcoming expansion side PNG would be unlikely to sour Cameron Munster's relationship with Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy.
Storm hooker injured as finals hopes all but end
South Sydney have boosted their NRL finals hopes with a nervy two-point defeat of Melbourne, who lost yet another key player to injury.
Horror Knights injury toll overshadows Roosters’ win
A James Tedesco treble and a Daly Cherry-Evans field goal has helped the Sydney Roosters edge out Newcastle, who lost two rep. players to worrying injuries.
Cowboys hit hurdle with Dearden on ice again
North Queensland's hopes of beating arch-rivals Brisbane and playing in the NRL finals took a hit with re-injured Tom Dearden set to miss at least four games.
‘Not that confusing’: Crichton a firm No.6 post-injury
Two weeks after being dramatically carted off the field, Stephen Crichton will return as Canterbury's five-eighth for a decisive test against the Warriors.
Star forward opens up on Tigers’ NRLW transformation
Sarah Togatuki, who will play her 50th NRLW game on Sunday, reflects on Wests Tigers' improvement since last year's last-placed finish.
‘Tough decision’: Fifita’s three choices for World Cup
Gold Coast and Queensland star Jojo Fifita qualifies for New Zealand, Australia and Tonga at the Rugby League World Cup and D-day is fast approaching.
Tigers turmoil: Stuart feels little sympathy for rivals
Canberra and Wests Tigers face off in the nation's capital on Saturday, with the Sydney-based club entering the fixture in turmoil.
Titans won’t let ‘vultures’ get to Cooper Bai early
Gold Coast intend to wrap up star PNG international Cooper Bai long-term and he won't be given permission to talk to the Chiefs early like Cameron Munster.
‘Some worries’: Chink in Panthers’ armour exposed
Penrith edged out a win against Parramatta but their defensive shortcomings on the left could be a vulnerability come September.
Jenkins sets new record as Panthers edge past Eels
Penrith have edged Parramatta in a 24-18 win in which Panthers winger Tom Jenkins set a club record for the most tries in a single NRL season.
Big Ben wants to chime 11 more times for Broncos
Brisbane prop Ben Talty has not missed a match in 2026 and he wants it to stay that way as he refuses to bite about the "hate" between the Broncos and Cowboys.
‘Pretty crazy’: Raiders prepare for life without Young
Matt Timoko says Hudson Young's absence definitely hurts Canberra but they're putting in the work ahead of a crucial clash with Wests Tigers.
PNG Chiefs closing on another huge signing
PNG's already star-studded NRL roster could be in for another boost, with Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster granted permission to negotiate with the Chiefs.
Knights, Roosters to honour late NRL halfback Dureau
Coaches Trent Robinson and Justin Holbrook have paid tribute to the late Scott Dureau ahead of Newcastle's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Tiger sensationally rules himself out of must-win game
Wests Tigers teen Javon Andrews is set to start at halfback on NRL debut as Adam Doueihi rules himself out of the must-win trip to Canberra.
‘Terrible idea’: Wayne against special Latrell clauses
Wayne Bennett has rejected suggestions Latrell Mitchell's contract should contain clauses that tie the injured star's earnings to the number of games he plays.
Perth secure ‘Gem’ after signing Broncos title winner
Perth Bears have secured Australia and Queensland representative centre Gehamat Shibasaki until 2028 and added Fiji international Jope Rauqe to their squad.
Sharks keen to debunk narrative around NRL credentials
They have a fit squad, a favourable run towards September and have proven they can win gritty, so are Cronulla a real premiership threat?
Robbo hits Broncos 50 after mud and guts netball start
Brisbane superstar Julia Robinson had only played two games of league before she started her NRLW career and will notch her 50th match as the world's best.
Elderly alleged robber denied bail over ‘flight risk’
A magistrate believes a 78-year-old former rugby league international could abscond if granted bail while accused of a violent armed robbery three decades ago.
Badge not bucks drive Carrigan’s Broncos future plans
Tax-free money in PNG is appealing but not as appealing as staying a one-club player at Brisbane for Broncos lock Pat Carrigan.
Parramatta coach upbeat about Jarome Luai signing
The impending arrival of Jarome Luai has given Parramatta coach Jason Ryles extra reason to be excited for the 2027 NRL season.
Tigers to mull teen’s debut after star’s judiciary ban
Wests Tigers could turn to highly-rated teenager Javon Andrews for their must-win clash against Canberra after Latu Fainu failed in his fight at the judiciary.
Souths reel as Mitchell sees specialist, Fifita banned
Latrell Mitchell is set to see a specialist as South Sydney look to find a long-term solution as the gun centre endures an injury-plagued season.
New halves combination in Cowboys’ push for NRL finals
North Queensland have reshuffled their halves as they fight to stay on track for a finals berth, while Melbourne and the Sydney Roosters welcome back key men.
‘Not here yet’: Moses tight-lipped on Luai signing
The Parramatta captain has parried questions about Jarome Luai joining the club en route to the PNG Chiefs, preferring to talk up the Eels' top-eight tilt.
‘Don’t want them to go’: Penrith address roster squeeze
Penrith have 11 players about to enter the final year of their NRL contracts and their coach has vowed to fight to retain every single one of them.
‘Very sorry’: NRL player faces court for drink driving
A young NRL star "miscalculated" his blood alcohol level when getting behind the wheel hours after drinking alcohol, a magistrate has heard.