Fifita no closer to contract call as deadline looms
Gold Coast star David Fifita has little more than a week to decide if he wants to quit the NRL club, but his coach says he's not talking to him about it.
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Odd couple Welch and Munster hit Melbourne milestones
Christian Welch says it will be an honour to share a milestone NRL game with one of his best mates, Cameron Munster, when the Storm face Gold Coast.
NRL fines Gould $20k over TV rant on game’s rules
The NRL has hit Phil Gould with a breach notice and $20,000 fine, accusing the Canterbury general manager of a destructive attack on the game during a TV rant.
Bailey Hayward out to forge own mark at Bulldogs
Bailey Hayward has rugby league and football blood running through his veins, but he is is determined to make his own name in the NRL at Canterbury.
New coach, same Souths in big loss to Penrith
Penrith have belted South Sydney in the last-placed Rabbitohs' first game since firing coach Jason Demetriou this week.
NRL to review heat policies after young player’s death
The NRL should look at mandating a two-week acclimatisation period when players return from off-season, a coroner has said after a death from heat exhaustion.
How Bennett is already making presence felt at Souths
Wayne Bennett has been widely tipped to take charge of South Sydney in 2025 -- but the coach is already making his presence felt this season.
Cleary back for round 10, Koroisau out for Tigers
Nathan Cleary will return from a hamstring issue to play in Penrith's next game, but Wests Tigers have revealed bad news about Api Koroisau's injury.
Renouf rejected Roosters, backs Cobbo to follow suit
Brisbane great Steve Renouf is confident young Broncos star Selwyn Cobbo will stick with the Broncos despite likely big money interest from the Roosters.
Tigers’ Super Rugby convert finds balance on NRL path
Ex-Super Rugby winger Solomon Alaimalo has overcome struggles with his mental health to turn his hand to the NRL with Wests Tigers.
Souths lose yet another player as Host cops ban
South Sydney's ailing NRL season has copped another blow as second-rower Jacob Host faces a two-week suspension for his shot on Penrith half Brad Schneider.
Robinson wants experienced half to guide Walker in 2025
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says the club would ideally sign an experienced half to replace Luke Keary, but says it's unlikely any will be available.
Finals not the priority for Souths under Hornby
NRL strugglers South Sydney will target improvement rather than a finals berth now that Ben Hornby has taken charge on an interim basis.
Bennett’s ‘Man in Mirror’ call can save Souths: Carroll
Former South Sydney prop Mark Carroll regrets not joining Brisbane under Wayne Bennett but believes the master coach would transform Souths if he gets the job.
NRL player’s lawyer predicts more civil suits
Former Manly prop Lloyd Perrett has threatened to take legal action against the NRL club, after he was hospitalised following a training session in late 2017.
‘Not smooth sailing’ but no regrets in JD saga: Souths
It has been a turbulent start to 2024 for South Sydney but chief executive Blake Solly will not rue his club's handling of now ex-coach Jason Demetriou
Critics don’t concern Bulldogs No.7 Hutchison
Canterbury's Drew Hutchison says critics who have questioned his job at No.7 will not prevent him giving his teammates "as much chance as possible to shine".
Raiders still in premiership frame: Whitehead
After successive NRL bashings, Canberra hope an injection of experience can help put their campaign back on course against Manly.
Tigers confident as wounded Koroisau sits out training
An injured Apisai Koroisau has missed training with Wests Tigers, but the club remain confident the star hooker will recover in time to face Canterbury.
Boost for South Sydney as Penrith pull Nathan Cleary
Nathan Cleary has been pulled out of Penrith's NRL clash against South Sydney, after feeling some tightness on his return from injury against North Queensland.
Skipping Origin not an option for Blues’ Tom Trbojevic
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has rejected any suggestion he should skip State of Origin to protect his body, adamant he has never once considered sitting out.
Ciraldo defends Bulldogs welfare, character of trainer
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has defended the way his club and staff care for players, after former back-rower Jackson Topine launched legal action.
Gutherson knee injury adds to Eels’ woes
Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has been sidelined with a knee injury as the Eels fight to keep pace with their NRL rivals.
Mam, Reynolds to reunite for Broncos in Roosters rumble
Adam Reynolds is relishing linking up with Brisbane halves partner Ezra Mam on his return from injury for round nine's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Settled Brimson revelling in fullback freedom at Titans
Electric Gold Coast star AJ Brimson has found a home at fullback as the Titans look to kickstart a season that has so far flattered to deceive.
No love lost in return of the ‘king’ to Shark Park
St George centre Jack Bird and coach Shane Flanagan will put aside fond memories of their old club Cronulla as they look to bounce back from a stinging defeat.
Raiders swing the axe after thrashing from Sharks
Canberra will field a new-look side to face Manly as they look to bounce back from their 40-point thrashing at the hands of Cronulla in round eight.
Broncos don’t need Walker as future No.7: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the club has enough depth in the halves to not make a play for Sydney Roosters No.7 when he comes off contract in 2025.
Kid-in-a-candy-store Cherry-Evans avoids maiden NRL ban
Daly Cherry-Evans has walked away from the first judiciary hearing of his 14-year NRL career with a $750 fine, after avoiding a ban for a dangerous throw.
‘Top of the list’: Bennett keen to hear from Souths
South Sydney have identified Wayne Bennett as their dream coach for 2025, with the veteran mentor keen to consider a future with his former club.
Cherry-Evans backs push for judiciary dispensation
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says he'd support a push for long-serving players' clean records to be considered when calculating potential NRL bans.