Australia to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup
Australia have been handed hosting rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with some matches to also be played in Papua New Guinea.
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Ben Te’o returns to Broncos as assistant coach
Brisbane have staged a coup by signing former tough as teak forward Ben Te'o from the Dolphins on a two-year deal as an assistant coach from 2025.
Munster all clear for Storm return as Eels lie in wait
Melbourne have received a boost as they look to firm up top spot with victory over Parramatta, with Cameron Munster returning from a long-term groin injury.
Bulldogs ready to add Utoikamanu to their bite
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has confirmed his club's interest in Wests Tigers prop Stefano Utoikamanu, leaving a four-horse race for his signature.
How Tigers gun Bula beats his battle with anxiety
Jahream Bula says he had to overcome an internal battle with his mental health to become a beacon of hope for Wests Tigers.
Bronco Taupau targets new deal ahead of milestone game
Off-contract prop Martin Taupau has found a second wind at Brisbane in the last month and wants to play on in 2025.
Lomax desperate for finals exit at Dragons
St George Illawarra are adamant their tough run home can be a positive, as they fight an uphill battle to return to the NRL finals.
‘Like Christian Cullen’: Umaga’s big call on Hammer
All Blacks great and Moana Pasifika coach Tana Umaga, a guest at Dolphins training, says Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reminds him of New Zealand legend Christian Cullen.
Taumalolo finds form for Cowboys ahead of passing Bowen
Jason Taumalolo will have only Johnathan Thurston ahead of him on the all-time North Queensland games-played list after clashing with Cronulla on Saturday.
Eels withdraw NRLW player Fallon from weekend match
Parramatta have withdrawn NRLW centre Kate Fallon from playing this weekend citing safety and welfare concerns.
Knights hold on in dramatic NRLW season opener
Newcastle's defence has held on for a 12-10 win over Sydney Roosters, after a missed conversion on the siren stopped the NRLW opener going to golden point.
Luai ready to be bigger threat in Cleary reunion
Jarome Luai has more confidence to utilise his attacking skills after a stint at No.7, with the playmaker adamant Penrith's attack can go to another level.
Crichton blow for Bulldogs as Broncos’ Walsh falls ill
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton will miss the clash with Brisbane, while Broncos coach Kevin Walters expects fullback Reece Walsh to recover from the flu.
Not the Nicho show: Sharks out to sink Hynes theory
Cronulla are keen to prove their NRL title fortunes don't solely revolve around Nicho Hynes as they head to face North Queensland on the road.
Leniu tasked with filling Roosters’ JWH-shaped hole
Spencer Leniu's switch to the Sydney Roosters' starting side is a chance for the prop to prove he can fill Jared Waerea-Hargreaves' shoes, Trent Robinson says.
Tigers release Bateman mid-game, insist he’ll be back
Wests Tigers announced they would release forward John Bateman to play in the Super League for the rest of 2024 during their round 21 clash with the Warriors.
Storm warning with Munster to take Hughes to next level
Jahrome Hughes has been one of the best players in the NRL in 2024, but his game could go to another level with Cameron Munster back on the field.
Munster returns as Storm claim seventh straight win
Melbourne's push towards the NRL's minor premiership has continued as they marked Cameron Munster's return from a torn groin by beating Parramatta 32-14.
Cowboys’ win soured by injuries to key forwards
North Queensland have moved into the NRL top eight with a win over Cronulla, but victory was dampened by injuries to forwards Reuben Cotter and Jason Taumalolo.
A week in Wayne’s world inspires All Blacks great Umaga
Tana Umaga, Moana Pasifika coach and All Blacks legend has spent a week with Wayne Bennett at the Dolphins to soak up some cross-code benefits
Luai’s six-year-old son the coach behind rare dropouts
Jarome Luai has detailed how his six-year-old son has helped him perfect a rugby style drop kick, proving more effective in regaining the ball on dropouts.
Raiders unfazed by NRL’s toughest finals run-in
Canberra face the toughest opposition of any team vying for an NRL finals berth in the last seven rounds but are confident of a late-season resurgence.
‘Bang or whimper’: Dolphins must choose how 2024 ends
The Dolphins have slumped in the second half of the season suffering five losses from seven games, but Wayne Bennett says the issue can be fixed soon.
Two binned as Eels upset Broncos in spiteful NRLW clash
Parramatta have beaten Brisbane 22-10 in an NRLW clash that featured an all-in melee, while Cronulla had a 14-0 shutout of North Queensland.
Razzle dazzle Bulldogs dismantle dire Broncos
Brisbane's semi-final hopes are in tatters after Canterbury blitzed them 41-16 at Suncorp Stadium in a ruthless and brilliant display.
Double injury blow sours hard-fought Cowboys win
The Cowboys have moved into sixth place on the NRL ladder with a win over Cronulla but have Reuben Cotter and Jason Taumalolo nursing injuries.
Roosters survive scare in NRL win over Manly
The Sydney Roosters have survived a scare against Manly, hanging on in the final 60 seconds to claim a 34-30 NRL win.
Manly drama gives NRL ‘food for thought’ on concussion
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has urged the NRL to re-examine if their concussion protocols are limiting coaches' tactical flexibility.
Jennings faces two-game ban, big NRLW penalties loom
Sydney Roosters centre Michael Jennings is facing a two-game ban for a high tackle, while Brisbane NRLW prop Annetta-Claudia Nu'uausala is in judiciary trouble.
Titans slay Dragons to launch NRLW title tilt in style
NRLW runners-up Gold Coast have reasserted their title credentials with an 18-10 win over St George Illawarra, while Canberra thrashed Wests Tigers 32-12.
Cleary masterclass as Panthers destroy hapless Dragons
Nathan Cleary has scored a hat-trick and had a hand in two other tries as the Penrith halfback led his side to a thumping 46-10 win over St George Illawarra.