Stronger, smarter Tino back to raise Titans from depths
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui feels wiser and stronger as he prepares to make his NRL return from an ACL rupture.
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‘Not an easy decision’: Cowboys axe Origin star
North Queensland have dumped Maroons forward Jeremiah Nanai after his horror performance against Manly.
Boom or bust: the stark reality of Knights’ $13m gamble
Dylan Brown's $13 million deal with Newcastle has the potential to turn them into legitimate title contenders. It could also cause decade-long problems.
How NRL merry-go-round could give Tigers space for May
The Wests Tigers appear the most likely landing spot for Taylan May, as the final piece in an early-season, multi-club, NRL transfer jigsaw puzzle.
Why Hazelton spurned NRL rivals to ink new Sharks deal
Towering prop Tom Hazelton has revealed why he declined offers from rival NRL clubs to remain with a Cronulla side boasting high-calibre forwards.
Manly expect Vegas disappointment to spark Warriors
Manly are wary of the Warriors after the Kiwi side struggled under the bright Las Vegas lights in round one of the NRL season.
Flanagan backs Ilias to prove a point against Souths
Lachlan Ilias believes he is a better player on arriving at St George Illawarra, and the No.7 has a chance to prove it in his return bout against South Sydney.
Cobbo sends signal to Broncos legend of carnage to come
Brisbane winger Selwyn Cobbo has started the season with a hat-trick, and mentor Steve Renouf has noted key signs the "freakish talent" is about to cut loose.
Dolphins suffer double injury blow after week from hell
The Dolphins have further adversity to face in Newcastle with forwards Connelly Lemuelu and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki both ruled out.
NRL’s Tatola urges Munro to avoid the mistakes he made
Junior Tatola went to a dark place when sidelined with a long-term injury and says he'll be ready to make sure Tyrone Munro doesn't make the same mistakes.
‘Speed is power’: Kini lives Bruce Lee ethos for Titans
Keano Kini is the 'Special K' of the Gold Coast and the pocket rocket has promised more fearless charges as he brushes aside any talk of second-year syndrome.
Brown to leave Eels, set to join Knights on mega deal
Parramatta have confirmed five-eighth Dylan Brown will leave the club at season's end, with the five-eighth set to sign a monster deal to join Newcastle.
Rachael Pearson on outer of Sky Blues’ Origin team
NSW coach John Strange has picked star teenager Kasey Reh in his squad for the Sky Blues' preliminary camp, throwing another star's Origin future into doubt.
Dropped DV case opens door to smiling NRL star’s return
Ex-Penrith Panthers player Taylan May's domestic violence charges have been dropped after his wife did not come to court, costing taxpayers $20,000.
‘No bad blood’: New Bulldog shines as Roosters toil
Canterbury's Sitili Tupouniua says he has no ill feeling toward the Sydney Roosters, whose decision to part ways with him has refreshed his NRL career.
Dolphins, Titans fly south early to escape floods
The Dolphins have flown to Newcastle and the Gold Coast fly to Sydney on Tuesday to prepare for their round two NRL matches after being flooded in Brisbane.
Humphreys set to hold No.7 spot when Souths meet Ilias
Jamie Humphreys looks set to retain South Sydney's No.7 jersey when the Rabbitohs face off against former halfback Lachlan Ilias for the first time in the NRL.
Broncos emerge above water in cyclone’s aftermath
Brisbane's training base emerged unscathed from Cyclone Alfred as players returned to training on Monday after minor inconveniences from the natural disaster.
New Eels coach sees promise in Storm second half
While the scoreline wasn't ideal in his first match as Parramatta coach, Jason Ryles says he can take positives from the second half against the Storm.
Deadly Storm set up Eels thrashing with first-half romp
Melbourne have continued their opening-round winning streak under coach Craig Bellamy, scoring eight first-half tries to set up a 56-18 victory over Parramatta.
Storm set up Eels thrashing with first-half romp
Melbourne have continued their round one win-streak under coach Craig Bellamy, scoring eight first half tries to set up a 56-18 victory over Parramatta.
Bulldogs skipper Crichton avoids ban, can face Titans
Bulldogs skipper Stephen Crichton has avoided a ban for his tackle on Christian Tuipulotu that collected the Dragon in the head and led to a penalty try.
Taumalolo return looms for badly beaten Cowboys
North Queensland will likely get a much-needed boost in the return of Jason Taumalolo against Cronulla, after their defence was torn apart by Manly.
Manly dismantle Cowboys in early-season statement
Tom Trbojevic, Daly Cherry-Evans and Haumole Olakau'atu have shown off Manly's attacking threat, leading the Sea Eagles to a 42-12 win over North Queensland.
Dogs downplay injury fears after dousing Dragons’ fire
Canterbury have played down injury concerns over their captain after downing a depleted St George Illawarra outfit to kick off their 2025 NRL season.
Bellamy knows Storm’s 22-year streak is under threat
After two hefty pre-season losses, coach Craig Bellamy says the Storm will need to improve their defence if they are to keep their round-one win streak alive.
Terrell May finds kindred spirit in “big brother” Benji
Terrell May says he wants to thrive on being a big-minute prop that goes hard from the kick off at Wests Tigers, fuelled by his connection with Benji Marshall.
Hull KR maintain unbeaten run to top Super League
Hull KR have posted a 20-10 win over St Helens to move to the top of the Super League.
Sharpe says Knights new spine can be one to shine
Newcastle's new five-eighth Fletcher Sharpe believes the signs are there that he, Kalyn Ponga and Jack Cogger can form a long-needed connection at the Knights.
More pain for Souths as Wighton faces high-tackle ban
Jack Wighton is facing a one-game ban for a high tackle in South Sydney's win over the Dolphins, adding to the Rabbitohs' backline issues.
Souths edge Dolphins in clash moved from cyclone’s path
Wayne Bennett's second stint coaching South Sydney is off to a winning start, with the Rabbitohs beating the Dolphins in their first game under Kristian Woolf.