‘Frustrating’ uncertainty over de Belin’s NRL future
St George Illawarra forward Jack de Belin always wanted to remain a one-club man, but that dream is in doubt as uncertainty clouds his playing future.
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Dolphins prop Flegler could miss season: Bennett
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says the severe injury to prop Thomas Fleger's shoulder could rule him out for the year as Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow returns to action.
Returning Madden given the keys to the Broncos kingdom
Brisbane's Jock Madden will return from injury and get a lengthy stint at No.7, where he has been backed to show that he is more than just a fill-in.
Wighton rules out reversing State of Origin retirement
Injury-hit NSW could do with a gritty, versatile player like Jack Wighton, but the South Sydney back won't be coming out of State of Origin retirement.
Star hooker Egan signs two-year extension with Warriors
The Warriors have tied Wayde Egan to a new two-year deal, only weeks after coach Andrew Webster revealed plans to keep the hooker at the club for life.
Angus Crichton has Roosters’ support amid Fifita coup
Angus Crichton could be the odd man out at Moore Park now that David Fifita has signed with the Sydney Roosters.
Brisbane, Gold Coast suffer more injury carnage
Long-term injuries to Brisbane's Ben Te Kura and Tristan Sailor, and month-long absences for Gold Coast duo AJ Brimson and Phil Sami have rocked the clubs.
Maroons dynamo Rapana credits Thurston legacy for form
Queensland wrecking ball Tazmin Rapana's family links set her on a league path but it was idol Johnathan Thurston who left an indelible mark on her career.
Eels to miss Moses magic, Trindall a chance to return
Mitch Moses looks set to have just one chance to prove his State of Origin credentials, with the Parramatta halfback set to miss Magic Round through injury.
Harry Grant wins landmark NRL judiciary fight
Melbourne Storm's Harry Grant has fought the NRL judiciary and won, cleared of making dangerous contact with the legs of Cronulla five-eighth Daniel Atkinson.
Hasler wallops Fifita with noodles to get Titans firing
Gold Coast winger Jojo Fifita is thriving under the coaching of Des Hasler and credits the veteran mentor's techniques for his growth.
Fifita backflips on Roosters to stay at Titans
Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell has explained why David Fifita activated a two-year option to stay at the Titans, spurning a four-year deal at the Roosters.
Game over for NRL teams who lose backs while trailing
A break down of the first 10 rounds of the NRL season has shown no team has come from behind to win after losing a back in the first half.
Raiders coach Stuart pens new deal until end of 2029
Ricky Stuart is set to coach NRL side Canberra until the end of 2029 after he was handed a new four-year deal with the Raiders.
Change looms for Magic Round as Manly dump ‘home’ game
Manly have told the NRL they will not use Magic Round as a home game from 2025, with two other clubs considering joining them in the move.
NRL investigating Mitchell, Walker racism claims
Allegations South Sydney stars Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker were racially abused by a member of the crowd at Kogarah are being investigated by the NRL.
Melbourne to challenge Grant charge after shock sin-bin
The Storm are challenging Harry Grant's charge of dangerous contact after the Melbourne skipper was sin-binned for tangling with a Sharks kicker.
Mozer on standby for Walters, Broncos chance closer
Brisbane hooker Blake Mozer has been in form for South-Logan and good judges say is ready to shine in the NRL if called up to replace Billy Walters.
Upton issues warning to NSW: ‘My best is yet to come’
Queensland No.1 Tamika Upton, who learned to run again after a back fracture four years ago, had a 2023 for the ages but insists there's plenty more to come.
Titans carnage with Foran one of five injured halves
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler faces having five halves unavailable for Magic Round after Kieran Foran and AJ Brimson were injured against North Queensland.
Storm’s Welch calls for common sense on leg collisions
Melbourne Storm prop Christian Welch says there should be more focus on head-high tackles than a sin-bin for making light contact with a rival player's leg.
God speed: The climb of Broncos’ not-so ancient Mariner
Brisbane's pacey winger Deine Mariner has a tattoo that sums up his faith, flair and flourish after he was recruited on one viewing by a golden-eyed scout.
Sky Bruise: heavy sessions prep NSW for Origin opener
Yasmin Clydsdale says NSW's State of Origin build-up has been perfect, despite so few players getting game time over the early part of 2024.
Eels slump to another loss as Mam stars for Broncos
Parramatta have again felt the absence of Mitch Moses, beaten 30-14 by Brisbane as they slumped to a fifth loss in six games without their star halfback.
Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater’s magic dust
Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development.
Blaize of glory: teen Talagi shows his NRL promise
Parramatta teenager Blaize Talagi has shown why there could be interest for him on the open market, after several good moments for Parramatta at fullback.
Hynes injury adds to NSW’s horror weekend
NSW coach Michael Maguire is facing the prospect of starting the State of Origin series without Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic and possibly Nicho Hynes.
Cleary’s injury leaves Luai in for game-managing test
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary's latest hamstring injury leaves Jarome Luai in for a test across the coming weeks.
Fifita deal casts doubt over keeping Crichton: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have pulled off a huge coup in signing David Fifita, but Trent Robinson says the deal has left Angus Crichton's future at the club in doubt.
‘Ticks every box’: Why Perth deserves an NRL team
Peter Cumins, chairman of a Perth consortium for a new NRL side, has explained why the time is ripe for a new franchise in Western Australia.
Titans have cash to splash, Fifita backed to fire
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler expects David Fifita's decision to leave the club next year to have no impact on his form as the Titans prepare to go to market.