Storm star overcomes latest injury to tackle Dragons
Star fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is set to line up for the Storm against the Dragons with coach Craig Bellamy expecting a tough trip despite contrasting results.
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Don’t boo DCE: Manly players want respect for captain
Manly have started to prepare for life without Daly Cherry-Evans, with the veteran half having played more games than any other for one team at No.7.
Alex Johnston laughs off injury after comeback match
Alex Johnston has suffered damage to his shoulder blade in South Sydney's shock NRL win over Penrith, but the Rabbitohs are confident the injury is not serious.
Cleary insists no panic from Penrith after Souths loss
Penrith have suffered three straight defeats for the first time since 2019, losing to South Sydney, but coach Ivan Cleary says the real Panthers will emerge.
Staggs in frame for NSW, new Broncos deal: Maguire
Brisbane and former NSW coach Michael Maguire insists Kotoni Staggs can regain his NSW jersey as the club ramps up plans to keep him long-term.
Dolphins face historic curse bigger than Wayne Bennett
The Dolphins need to beat Brisbane to prevent a 0-4 start to the year, a predicament that no team has recovered from to win a title in 92 years.
‘Not acceptable’: Warriors coach regrets journo clash
The Warriors assistant coach who grabbed a sports journalist by the throat has accepted the punishment he received from the NRL
DCE saga not a good look but Jurbo won’t follow him out
Jake Trbojevic is committed to leading Manly into a new era as the club's messy break-up with captain Daly Cherry-Evans continues.
Roosters favourites to land DCE as Bulldogs opt out
Daly Cherry-Evans has officially rejected Manly's last-ditch bid to retain him, while the Bulldogs say he won't be joining them.
Crichton looks back on Fifita saga with a smile
Angus Crichton reflects on a "sliding doors" moment and the David Fifita contract saga that almost spelt an end to his time at the Sydney Roosters.
Broncos’ dynamic duo target derby gains
Brisbane's veteran halves Ben Hunt and Adam Reynolds are preparing to torment the Dolphins with their boots and craft as their new combination ramps up.
‘It was my call’: Taumalolo hits back at Matthew Johns
North Queensland powerhouse Jason Taumalolo has explained why he played Queensland Cup for Mackay recently after Matthew Johns questioned the move.
Australia set for first rugby league Ashes in 22 years
A generation of Australian players will embark upon their first Test tour of England later this year as the Ashes returns to the rugby league calendar.
Hasler equates Cherry-Evans drama to viewing reality TV
Des Hasler has had a rocky road with Manly, but is surprised Daly Cherry-Evans could end his NRL career away from the Sea Eagles.
‘Out of the shadows’: Willison must take Broncos step
Xavier Willison is the most promising young prop in Brisbane's arsenal but club legend Petero Civoniceva says it is time for him to make an emphatic mark.
Gamble pays off in Jenkins’ unlikely Penrith return
Penrith back Tom Jenkins has gone from training with St Mary's in third-grade Ron Massey Cup to playing for the four-time premiers Penrith inside six months.
Titans brace for lengthy Kini absence, new No.1 a gun
Gold Coast No.1 Keano Kini will visit a neck specialist on his latest injury but his speedy replacement Jaylan De Groot has been backed to slot in and shine.
‘Done plenty of talking’: Api downplays Tigers’ start
Wests Tigers are the unlikely owners of the NRL's best defensive record through three rounds but co-captain Api Koroisau is remaining level-headed.
Souths wants Johnston to stay, break tries record there
Wayne Bennett says South Sydney will open talks with Alex Johnston over a new contract, as the winger resumes his pursuit of Ken Irvine's try-scoring record.
Bennett wants trade windows, rules out Souths DCE play
Wayne Bennett has described the Daly Cherry-Evans scenario as a "self-destruct button" on the NRL season, as he calls for trade windows to be introduced.
Walker to reinforce Eels, Brailey signs with Raiders
Dylan Walker has been released from the rest of the final season of his Warriors contract as off-contract Jayden Brailey finds a new NRL home for 2026.
Dolphins to use Ricky Stuart template and bash Broncos
Dolphins prop Daniel Saifiti has revealed the side looked at how Canberra's pack mauled Brisbane in round two as a blueprint to beating the Broncos.
Broncos warrior Paix tackling his way to new contract
Brisbane hooker Cory Paix is on the cusp of a new deal after proving to coach Michael Maguire he is a skilful and tough player that can be relied on.
Penrith hand Toelau first start as NRL halfback
Trent Toelau has emerged as Nathan Cleary's unlikely replacement at Penrith, while Tom Trbojevic and Kotoni Staggs have been named to return for their clubs.
‘Earned the right’: Petero backs DCE on Maroons call
Petero Civoniceva, Queensland's oldest ever Origin player, says Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans has earned the right to decide if he breaks his own record.
Rabbitohs bunny man sorry over child pushing incident
Charlie Gallico has apologised for pushing a child during an NRL match between South Sydney and Cronulla while dressed as Rabbitohs mascot Reggie Rabbit.
Dolphins to make DCE bid as star prop makes his own
Dolphins club bosses are preparing to make an offer to bring Daly Cherry-Evans home to Redcliffe as prop Daniel Saifiti makes the case for his recruitment.
Manly defend handling of DCE as they fight to keep No.7
Manly CEO Tony Mestrov hopes Daly Cherry-Evans will change his mind and accept a two-year deal at Brookvale, adamant there is no bad blood with the captain.
Dolphins set to move on Cherry-Evans for NRL homecoming
The Dolphins are poised to make Daly Cherry-Evans an offer to return home to Redcliffe, after Manly's star No.7 announced he was finishing at Brookvale.
Cherry-Evans says he will knock back Manly extension
Manly have launched a last-ditch bid to keep Daly Cherry-Evans playing at the NRL club, but the Sea Eagles most-capped player says he will not accept it.
NRL weigh up call on Stuart’s post-match comments
Ricky Stuart could still earn the ire of the NRL over comments he made following Canberra's round-three loss to Manly.