Tupou lifted by rookies, Roosters make big Origin call
Daniel Tupou is the most capped player at the Sydney Roosters, but finds himself reinvigorated by two NRL rookies.
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Upset Hasler wants ‘please explain’ from NRL after loss
Melbourne have secured a scrappy 28-16 victory over Gold Coast but Titans coach Des Hasler was unhappy with a crucial bunker call.
Bateman gains revenge in Cowboys win over Wests Tigers
North Queensland looked set for a 50-point win before the Wests Tigers roared home, scoring four late tries for a thrilling finish in Townsville.
Cherry-Evans makes Origin statement in big Manly win
Daly Cherry-Evans says he would be at peace with whatever call Queensland make on his State of Origin future, after starring in Manly's 34-6 win over Brisbane.
The one thing Nawaqanitawase must fix to dominate NRL
Mark Nawaqanitawase's handling has been ruthlessly exposed by rival NRL sides but Roosters coach Trent Robinson is willing to play the long game.
Youthful Raiders overpower Roosters in NRL win
Without Jamal Fogarty and Tom Starling, Canberra's future has shone brightly in a 26-24 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Origin stars breathe new life into Panthers’ NRL season
Penrith have climbed off the bottom of the NRL ladder with a gritty defeat of their most bitter rivals Parramatta.
Johnston close to new deal as NRL try record beckons
Alex Johnston's hopes of breaking Ken Irvine's try-scoring record have been given a significant boost, with talks ramping up on a new deal at South Sydney.
Barnett’s Origin fitness clouded as Warriors top Souths
Alex Johnston has scored his 200th career try with a hat-trick for South Sydney against the Warriors, but it wasn't enough to stop the Rabbitohs losing 36-30.
Tigers mates hope scrutiny can finally ease off Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Wests Tigers teammates are at peace that the star five-eighth is leaving the club after weeks of public scrutiny.
New Blues forge own winning path far from past failures
Beating Queensland once seemed near-impossible for NSW legend Ruan Sims, but the current Blues want to start a new women's Origin dynasty with a whitewash.
Blues on the cusp of back-to-back Origin success
Zac Lomax scored twice as NSW beat Queensland 18-6 in Brisbane to begin their State of Origin defence with a bang.
Maroons dominated in all areas by ruthless Blues
Queensland must now win two games away and make history to secure the State of Origin series after having no answers to a NSW side that ruled in all facets.
Cleary, Moses provide halves answers in NSW triumph
Mitchell Moses and Nathan Cleary have proven they have no issue working together in the halves, starring in NSW's 18-6 State of Origin I win over Queensland.
Don’t sack me: Cherry-Evans responds to legend’s call
Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans insists his team can make history and win the current Origin series after NSW legend Andrew Johns said he should be dropped.
‘Long way to go’: MVP Haas delivers Origin warning
After dominating on one leg, Payne Haas has warned he's far from the finished product as NSW sit on the cusp of back-to-back Origin series wins.
Maroons face all-time salvage mission to regain shield
Queensland must replicate NSW's 2024 heroics to come back and win State of Origin on the road. But game one suggests it will be far harder for the Maroons.
Broncos hooker still holds hope for 2026 contract offer
Brisbane's Cory Paix returns to the starting side against Manly with his future yet to be secured as the Broncos aim to revive their spluttering season.
Bring on Perth: Why Toia wants another crack at Latrell
Robert Toia's strong State of Origin debut for Queensland has revealed why he will have many classic battles with NSW star Latrell Mitchell in years to come.
Titans make call on Tino after nasty eye injury
Battered Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleui wants to play against Melbourne in round 13 after sustaining a bruised and swollen left eye in Origin I.
Record within reach as veteran Dragon hopes to play on
Veteran middle forward Jack de Belin hopes he can remain a one-club player and return for St George Illawarra next NRL season.
Moses-Cleary combo: The news Qld fans will hate to hear
Mitchell Moses and Nathan Cleary had a special message for fans after State of Origin I - and it is not going to please Maroons supporters.
Blues reveal ‘secret weapon’ after Origin 1 success
NSW stars Stephen Crichton and Payne Haas were among the Blues' biggest performers in Origin 1, but they both almost missed out due to injury.
Queensland upset NSW to avoid women’s Origin whitewash
Queensland have saved face with a tight win over NSW in the third game of the women's State of Origin series.
NSW praise Togatuki’s strength to play after tragedy
NSW prop Sarah Togatuki took the field for the third State of Origin match only days after the death of her sister.
Under-fire Brigginshaw opens up on her Origin future
Queensland captain Ali Brigginshaw has addressed her playing future following criticism of her form during the 2025 State of Origin series.
Big Ben’s return can chime for a loud Broncos boost
Karmichael Hunt has coached Brisbane prop Ben Te Kura and says he is ready to run amok in the NRL on his recall against Manly.
Red alert as Horsburgh enters Origin frame for Maroons
Canberra cult hero Corey Horsburgh has been backed to stake a claim for a Queensland recall as the Maroons aim to bounce back from a dire Origin loss.
Gold Coast Titans sign young gun to long-term deal
Exciting New Zealand international Keano Kini has signed a monster contract extension to remain at the Gold Coast Titans.
Why Moses’ Origin encore could eclipse toughest moment
Mitchell Moses finished last year's State of Origin decider with a ruptured biceps, but there's two reasons his Brisbane return with the Blues could be tougher.
Destroyer Toia gets Maroons tick from 1995 tyro Ikin
Ben Ikin, the youngest and least experienced State of Origin debutant, has explained why 10-game NRL rookie Robert Toia can shine on Queensland debut.