Kiwi Knights ready to upset their families in Auckland
Newcastle's Kiwi contingent will go to New Zealand with one job to do, but they know a Knights win could well disappoint family and friends at Eden Park.
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‘Have to step it up’: Sharks out to find another gear
Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey has challenged his Sharks to find another level to try to match the Roosters in a boom-or-bust all-Sydney NRL semi-final.
‘Bloody good effort’: Raiders end Tigers’ fairytale
Canberra have held on to beat Wests Tigers in a low-scoring NRLW semi-final, with Zahara Temara's game management the difference for the Raiders.
Double delight as Dolphins land two more big fish
The Dolphins have secured another two pieces of their star-studded roster, with Selwyn Cobbo and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki inking contract extensions.
‘I felt helpless’: Broncos great primed for finals tilt
Ali Brigginshaw was heartbroken to be suspended mid-season but her elite response has the side in good shape to give the Brisbane legend a winning send-off.
Upton to meet her match in do-or-die NRLW final
Olivia Higgins has made a bold claim about breakout star Lucy Spain as she prepares to do battle with the NRLW's best fullback, Tamika Upton.
Moment that summed up Newcastle’s attacking revolution
Newcastle have completed the fourth-greatest attacking turnaround in history, with one try encapsulating the big change about the Knights.
Roosters’ make call on star forward, Walker progress
Angus Crichton has been cleared to return for the Roosters in their knockout clash with Cronulla, with star halfback Sam Walker not too far behind him.
‘It’s all on’: Fitzgibbon relishes Robbo coaching duel
Mates and mentors Craig Fitzgibbon and Trent Robinson have banned contact this week as the Cronulla and Sydney Roosters coaches chase an NRL preliminary final.
‘He’s always there’: Warrior calls on family legend
Ali Leiataua has revealed the key to helping him thrive when the Warriors face Newcastle at a sold-out Eden Park.
‘It’s sad’: family-like Sharks feeling the break-up
A big cast of Cronulla players who won a reserve grade premiership with Newtown have one last chance to claim an NRL title together - and don't they know it.
Knights reveal Lucas timeline ahead of Warriors duel
Coach Justin Holbrook has kept the door ajar for Dylan Lucas to make a remarkable comeback and play in Newcastle's sudden-death final against the Warriors.
Raiders, Tigers looking for a final flourish in NRLW
The Canberra Raiders and Wests Tigers will do battle on Friday night, when one of the NRLW clubs will keep their premiership hopes alive.
Sparks to fly in final act of NRL’s wing-dong battle
Ronaldo Mulitalo v Mark Nawaqanitawase has been essential viewing in the NRL and teammates from both sides expect no let up in their final showdown.
‘Deeper connection’: Clark finds true self at Warriors
Warriors lock Erin Clark found form and his identity after his move from the battling Gold Coast to become one of the best players in his position in the NRL.
Roosters coach to thank for Shark’s Bradbury-esque rise
Riley Jones has gone from NSW Cup to an NRL finals series in a month. And he says John Strange, the Sydney Roosters NRLW coach, is a major factor.
All-star Warriors pack no worry for no-fuss Knight
Cody Hopwood grew up in Newcastle and is relishing the Knights' challenge of taking on the Warriors in New Zealand.
Penrith’s near-perfect injury record boosts Cleary bid
Penrith have had a stunning 94 per cent record of player availability in finals matches since 2020, with Nathan Cleary now the latest trying to defy injury.
‘Deserved it’: coach spray turns Broncos’ season around
Brisbane coach Scott Prince's monumental halftime blow-up at the lowest season ebb has been credited by key figures for reigniting their premiership defence.
Dolphins No.9 thrives after sliding doors Mahoney move
When Canterbury signed Reed Mahoney for the 2023 season it opened the door for rake Jeremy Marshall-King to join the Dolphins and showcase his true class.
Braveheart: Broncos rake played year with broken wrist
Broncos rookie Cameron Bukowski has silky skills but he's also one tough footballer after having post-season surgery on a wrist he fractured early this season.
Sliding doors moment delivered Marzhew back to Holbrook
Justin Holbrook handed Greg Marzhew a debut at Gold Coast back in 2021, but he is now feeling the benefit of releasing the winger to Newcastle 18 months later.
Cleary injury could lead to more World Cup tugs-of-war
Mitch Moses is one of several NRL stars named in multiple nations' World Cup squads, with Nathan Cleary's injury to potentially impact Lebanon's campaign.
Quite the legacy: Retiring Roosters duo add extra spice
Two of the NRLW's biggest stars will retire at season's end with Millie Elliott and Corban Baxter giving the unbeaten Sydney Roosters even more motivation.
‘Presentable’: how re-signed Dolphin won Bennett over
Dolphins winger Tevita Naufahu, the first academy player to graduate to the NRL, has inked a new deal, and it all started with a classic Wayne Bennett meeting.
‘Just a narrative’: Sharks out to bury NRL finals myth
In a stat that may shock NRL fans, Cronulla enter their do-or-die clash with the Sydney Roosters with the equal-most finals wins of any team in two seasons.
Raiders centre out of World Cup after sparkling season
Simi Sasagi has decided to undergo surgery on his shoulder, ruling him out of playing at the World Cup - one of his childhood ambitions.
Warriors gearing up for sold-out Eden Park cauldron
Hooker Sam Healey is preparing for his first match at Eden Park after the NRL announced that the ground will be sold-out for their clash against Newcastle.
‘Go after him’: Tongan tearaways target wounded Shark
Tongan wrecking balls Siua Wong and Rob Toia have vowed to put a target on Braydon Trindall's shoulder as they aim to knock Cronulla out of the NRL finals.
Roosters make Walker call as half’s absence laid bare
James Tedesco says Daly Cherry-Evans took ownership of his off night against Penrith, as the Sydney Roosters aim to knock Cronulla out of the finals.
Door ajar for Halasima as star winger pushes for return
The Warriors have unveiled their squad to take on Newcastle after a qualifying final defeat in which they lost two key players to injury.