Crichton named in centres for Bulldogs’ final NRL trial
Off-season recruit Stephen Crichton is increasingly unlikely to start the year at fullback for Canterbury after being named at centre for their final trial.
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Herbie goes bananas over new Dolphins combo with Isaako
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth can't wait to forge a devastating right-side attacking liaison with winger Jamayne Isaako after their first hit-out together.
Jarryd Hayne’s mate to get $38k over spitting story
A friend of Jarryd Hayne will receive "nominal" defamation damages over a Seven report that claimed he stared down and spat at the ex-NRL star's rape victim.
Schuster left off plane for Manly’s Las Vegas trip
Injury-plagued forward Josh Schuster has been ruled out of Manly's NRL season-opener against South Sydney in Las Vegas.
NRL gives bunker power to step in on field-goal shots
The NRL's bunker will review all field-goal shots in 2024, encouraging it to step in and penalise teams for using kick blockers or markers who are not square.
Knee strain leaves Bronco Piakura in Vegas doubt
A knee injury suffered in an otherwise impressive NRL trial game performance has Brendan Piakura in doubt for Brisbane's Las Vegas season opener.
Confident teen Stewart eyes Canberra’s fullback spot
Spurred on by his first pre-season hit-out, Chevy Stewart says he's ready to become Canberra's fullback this NRL season.
‘No soft moments’: Dragons’ Sloan a work in progress
Shane Flanagan is working to iron out the "soft moments" from Tyrell Sloan's game and help the Dragons finally harness the fullback's potential.
Cogger ‘a new player’ in race for Knights’ No.6 spot
In his last stint at Newcastle Jack Cogger had three wins from 20 games, but the playmaker says he is a different animal now as he fights for the No.6 jersey.
Farnworth stars on Dolphins debut in win over Titans
Dolphins recruit Herbie Farnworth scored a try and was a constant threat in his side's trial win over a Gold Coast side in which several young guns stood out.
Haas on report, Piakura injured as Broncos beat Cowboys
Brisbane prop Payne Haas was put on report and second-rower Brendan Piakura shone before injuring a knee in the Broncos' 46-20 trial win over North Queensland.
Young ‘all good’ after crusher, Sipley to miss Vegas
Dom Young has assured NRL fans he is "all good" after being taken to hospital in a neck brace following a crusher tackle from a now-suspended Toff Sipley.
Manly’s Sipley takes three-game ban for Young crusher
Tof Sipley has accepted a three-game ban for his crusher tackle on the Roosters' Dom Young, ruling the Manly prop out of the NRL season opener in Las Vegas.
Hasler likes teen Keano Kini as fill-in Titans fullback
Coach Des Hasler has identified Keano Kini as the man most likely to start the NRL season at fullback for Gold Coast in place of the injured Jayden Campbell.
Reynolds, Carrigan cop breach notices for public scrap
Brawling Brisbane pair Adam Reynolds and Pat Carrigan are set to face NRL punishment following their public scuffle that blew up on social media.
Chapman double helps Indigenous women post massive win
The Indigenous women have smashed their Maori opponents 26-4 to win the annual All-Stars clash in Townsville.
Indigenous grit their way to All-Star win against Maori
The Indigenous All-Stars have relied on their defence to beat their Maori opponents 22-14 in Townsville.
Walters won’t let Walsh leave Broncos’ stable again
Kevin Walters says superstar fullback Reece Walsh will definitely stay at Brisbane, as the Broncos look to lock down the next piece of their long-term puzzle.
Dom Young taken to hospital after crusher tackle
Roosters winger Dom Young has been stretchered into an ambulance and taken to hospital for neck scans after a crusher tackle in a pre-season win over Manly.
Cogger makes case for Knights’ No.6 jersey in trial win
Jack Cogger has kicked a 40/20 and scored a try in a 44-18 win over Cronulla to push his case to claim the Newcastle No.6 jersey ahead of Tyson Gamble.
Dragons’ Flanagan era starts with Charity Shield loss
The Shane Flanagan era is underway at St George Illawarra but it was South Sydney who left Jubilee Stadium with the Charity Shield, winning 28-6.
Raiders belt Eels in trials but spine questions remain
Canberra have comfortably accounted for Parramatta 38-16 in an NRL pre-season trial, but uncertainty lingers as to their spine for 2024.
South Sydney’s Cody Walker firming for Las Vegas
Injured five-eighth Cody Walker is firming for inclusion when South Sydney open their NRL campaign against Manly in Las Vegas.
Robinson confident Manu will return after code switch
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says it is clear Joey Manu will leave the NRL for rugby union, but expects the star centre to one day return to his club.
Pain washes away for ‘still speedy’ Bulldog Xerri
Bronson Xerri felt four years of pain wash away with a try on his return from a doping ban, and insists he still has pace to burn at Canterbury.
Papenhuyzen’s $40,000 outlay paying immediate dividends
Ryan Papenhuyzen paid $40,000 out of his own pocket to travel to the USA for rehab in the off-season, and the Melbourne No.1 says it was money well spent.
From disillusioned and hiding, Flanagan is back in NRL
Shane Flanagan's return to coaching at St George Illawarra ends an emotional roller-coaster of trying to hide at games and being disillusioned by rugby league.
Hot talent Tamale gives Dragons reason to be optimistic
There's reason for hope at St George Illawarra this year with teenager Savelio Tamale shaping as a dark horse to make an impact on their NRL campaign.
Broncos’ three-man wing battle for Las Vegas heating up
Prospective Brisbane wingers Corey Oates, Deine Mariner and Jesse Arthars have plenty to play for in their final chance to impress ahead of NRL round one.
Origin lure helps Hopgood fend off second-year syndrome
Parramatta's J'maine Hopgood is hopeful his Indigenous All Stars role isn't his only representative honour in 2024, as he eyes off a big second year in the NRL.
Dragons’ Kyle Flanagan expects pressure playing for dad
New St George Illawarra five-eighth Kyle Flanagan knows he'll have to show the outside world that his dad, Dragons coach Shane, is right to pick him.