‘Live with it’: Wayne Bennett’s reality check for Lomax
Wayne Bennett has dealt Zac Lomax a brutal reality check as he rules out the prospect of South Sydney engaging Parramatta to bring the winger back to the NRL.
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Bennett ‘impressed’ by 73kg Souths halfback
Ashton Ward has got one kilogram on Allan Langer, an NRL exemption to play in round one and the full confidence of South Sydney head coach Wayne Bennett.
Lomax legal wrangle ends Storm boss’s NRL trip to Vegas
Melbourne Storm's chairman will face a courtroom grilling instead of enjoying the NRL opener from a luxury Las Vegas lounge as a battle over Zac Lomax heats up.
Titans pocket battleship inspired by Panthers ace
Gold Coast winger Sialetili Faeamani is set to make his NRL debut and, when he does, it'll be with a nod to Penrith dynamo Brian To'o who he wants to emulate.
Parramatta, NRL investigate photo of star fullback
Parramatta are liaising with the NRL after photos were circulated online of rising star Isaiah Iongi.
Fletcher Sharpe hits the jackpot in Las Vegas
Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has solved his conundrum in the halves, while Matt Burton's big boot is set to get the chance to shine in Vegas for Canterbury.
Bellamy blast has Storm primed to continue Rd 1 record
Melbourne's defensive standards were below par in their trial thrashing by the Gold Coast and Tyran Wishart says coach Craig Bellamy has the squad on notice.
Lomax’s Storm switch delayed further as boss eyes Vegas
Zac Lomax's NRL return will be delayed again as Melbourne Storm's boss prepares to jet off to Las Vegas right before the winger's fate is hashed out in court.
‘It’s BS’: Haas reveals why he really joined Souths
Payne Haas says pressing family reasons and a rapport with Wayne Bennett were key reasons for signing with South Sydney as he shed new light on his contract.
Ex-Panther set for Dolphins debut as star tweaks groin
The Dolphins are set to reward Brad Schneider with a club debut and remain confident half Isaiya Katoa will recover from a niggle to play South Sydney.
Veteran Bronco gets another crack after bad breaks
Stoic Jack Gosiewski has another chance at starting the season at second-row for Brisbane as he aims for a rare injury-free run and a contract extension.
What happens in Vegas need not stay in Vegas for NRL
USA's Rugby League chair has urged the NRL to consider California and Texas for future matches, while pointing to the NFL model to grow the game in the US.
Ikin unveils plan for Slater’s future as Maroons coach
Off-contract Billy Slater is tipped to stay as Queensland coach beyond 2026 as QRL boss Ben Ikin confirmed talks have begun to make him a long-term mentor.
Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange
The NRL's biggest overhaul of interchange rules this century is set to leave coaches rethinking the use of their bench during matches.
Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals
Cronulla have half of their roster off-contract at the end of 2026 and CEO Dino Mezzatesta has conceded they won't be able to stave off cashed-up rivals.
Weight of Dragons No.7 jersey no concern for Atkinson
Dan Atkinson last wore the No.7 jersey as a 21-year-old for Sunshine Coast, but the new St George Illawarra halfback says he's ready for the job in the NRL.
‘Big shoes’: New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud
Cameron Munster said new Melbourne fullback Sua Fa'alogo will "prove people wrong'" this year and be a worthy heir to Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen .
The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top
Reece Walsh enters 2026 with more attention on him than any other player, but few fullbacks have been able to back up untouchable seasons year after year.
Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7
Dylan Brown said he is ready to deal with the pressure of being the NRL's highest-paid halfback - and there is one thing that he must change when wearing No.7.
‘Don’t give up’: Broncos gem wants even more in 2026
Off-contract Brisbane centre Gehamat Shibasaki is a template for using hard work to rise to the top of rugby league, and he's targeting more success.
Holmes the US salesman as NRL takes over downtown Vegas
An estimated 16,000 fans have rolled in for the NRL's Las Vegas launch event, with Valentine Holmes the centre of attention for American broadcasters.
Purdue a centre for now, but still eyes future as half
Jaxon Purdue will start the 2026 season in the centres for North Queensland, but he is still eying a long-term future as an NRL half.
‘We’ll force rule changes’: Walkers to upset applecart
Ben and Shane Walker are set to transform rugby league again as coaches of the Western Clydesdales as they vow to exploit and change the rules of the game.
Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025
Todd Payten has opened up on a difficult 2025 amid rumours he could be sacked as North Queensland coach, but insists the Cowboys are a different team in 2026.
Stupid expectations: Flanagan won’t talk up title hopes
St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan insists the Dragons are on the rise, but says he's only being realistic by conceding 2026 won't be a title year.
NRL looking at global expansion one country at a time
Las Vegas will remain on the NRL's calendar even if it goes global, with Peter V'landys eying off gradual international expansion over the next three years.
‘Stop doing it’: Flaw Broncos must fix to defend title
Brisbane launched six stunning comebacks on the way to last year's title but the loss to Hull KR, after a failed resurgence, gave the players a reality check.
‘We travel enough’: Cowboys’ NRL global round warning
The NRL are eying off gradually building towards four overseas double-headers each season by the end of this decade, but there will be some hurdles with clubs.
Sivo bags four in Vegas as coach Arthur makes statement
Former Parramatta flyer Maika Sivo has scored four tries in just his second game for Leeds, helping the Rhinos to a 58-6 demolition of Hull KR.
‘It’s perfect’: Dolphins co-captain move frees Gilbert
Dolphins star half Isaiya Katoa will co-captain the side in 2026 with Tom Gilbert, who says the new partnership will bring out the best in both.
Knights relief for Fletcher with Ponga still main man
Kalyn Ponga remains the most important man in Newcastle's attack, inspiring the Knights to a 28-18 season-opening win over North Queensland in Las Vegas.