Dolphins poach Kuli from Cowboys on three-year deal
North Queensland's wrecking-ball second-rower Kulikefu Finefeuiaki will join the Dolphins next year through 2027.
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‘Sanders won’t leave Eels early’: under-pressure Arthur
Ethan Sanders will see out 2024 at Parramatta before moving to Canberra, Eels coach Brad Arthur says as he defends his decision to debut the teenage half.
No decision to make: concussions end Finucane’s career
Two-time premiership-winning forward Dale Finucane has announced his immediate retirement from the NRL, citing multiple concussions.
Mam proud of stance on slur, prepared to meet Leniu
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam has broken his silence on Spencer Leniu's racial slur, saying he has no regrets about how he handled it, and he is open to meeting Leniu.
Sharks in limbo as Trindall ‘fails roadside tests’
Cronulla NRL star Braydon Trindall has allegedly failed roadside drug and alcohol tests, with the club standing the playmaker down with immediate effect.
Souths ban is ‘killing’ Latrell: Shaq Mitchell
It is hurting Latrell Mitchell to watch from the sidelines but the South Sydney fullback is committed to playing his role as "Mr Energy", says brother Shaq.
Knights’ Hetherington banned for tunnel altercation
A tunnel dust-up with Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney has earned Newcastle forward Jack Hetherington a one-game ban from the NRL.
Everywhere man Brown wants to make Dragons his home
Hooker Fa'amanu Brown hopes he can put down roots at St George Illawarra, after the Dragons became his fifth club in the space of two years.
Storm’s Hughes expects Souths lift in Anzac Day clash
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes says there are signs that a South Sydney revival is coming and he expects a tough NRL encounter in Melbourne on Anzac Day.
Ponga facing months out, Raiders’ Fogarty sidelined
Kalyn Ponga's hopes of a State of Origin recall are in tatters after Newcastle confirmed the fullback faces several weeks out with a foot injury.
Fisher-Harris signing could help sway future: Johnson
Veteran halfback Shaun Johnson has described the Warriors' signing of Test prop James Fisher-Harris as massive and something that could entice him to play on.
Low of Knights humiliation powering Dogs revival: Kiraz
Jacob Kiraz says the feeling of getting smashed 66-0 by Newcastle has helped spark Canterbury's encouraging start to the 2024 NRL season.
‘Long way to go’: Fitzy downplays Sharks’ strong start
Before this week, Cronulla hadn't entered a round of football atop the NRL ladder since 2016, but Craig Fitzgibbon isn't popping the champagne just yet.
Panthers avoid repeat of Wests Tigers Bathurst upset
Penrith are back in the winners' circle after holding out Wests Tigers 22-6 in front of a sell-out crowd in their NRL clash in Bathurst.
Titans gallant but Des still winless after Manly clash
Manly have taken the bragging rights over former coach Des Hasler, whose Gold Coast team remain winless in his first season at the helm.
Whiz Walsh makes Maroons claim as Broncos belt Raiders
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh starred and enhanced his Queensland selection chances in a 34-10 win over Canberra, who lost half Jamal Fogarty to injury.
Raiders’ teenager Stewart made of right stuff: Stuart
Canberra No.1 Chevy Stewart had a tough first half in the loss to Brisbane but his response after a challenge from coach Ricky Stuart revealed his character.
Confidence no issue for winless Titans: Hasler
Gold Coast fell agonisingly short of victory for a second consecutive week, but coach Des Hasler does not believe his side's confidence is running short.
Pat Carrigan in career-best form for resurgent Broncos
Brisbane stand-in skipper Pat Carrigan has inspired two crucial, consecutive wins as coach Kevin Walters says the lock forward has never played better.
Demetriou has been ‘dragged through the mud’: Murray
It has hurt South Sydney's players to witness the criticism aimed at coach Jason Demetriou during the Rabbitohs' poor start to the season, Cameron Murray says.
Star’s foot damage adds injury to insult for Knights
A hobbled Kalyn Ponga suffered a potentially serious foot injury as Newcastle fired few shots in a 36-12 loss to Canterbury that dropped the Knights to 2-5.
Hynes pushes Origin case as Sharks belt Cowboys
Nicho Hynes starred as Cronulla came up with their most clinical performance of the season to defeat North Queensland at Shark Park.
Bulldogs earn Knights revenge in ‘dark day’ response
Coach Cameron Ciraldo acknowledged Canterbury's progress after the Bulldogs accounted for Newcastle less than a year after the Knights walloped them 66-0.
Got to shift our attitude: Payten ponders Cowboys cull
North Queensland coach Todd Payten is considering changes to the Cowboys' line-up after his side was thoroughly outplayed by Cronulla.
Benji shrugs off prowling Panthers’ Utoikamanu interest
NSW representative Stefano Utoikamanu is firmly in Penrith's sights, but the champions' interest doesn't worry Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall.
Boyd ‘can be regular Titans half’ but Sami scratched
The recalled Tanah Boyd can be an NRL regular, Gold Coast coach Des Hasler insists, as injury forces another Titans re-shuffle ahead of their clash with Manly.
‘Lover not a fighter’: Storm’s Nelson to end nasty tag
Nelson Asofa-Solomona has underlined his love for the Melbourne Storm as he vowed to curb his aggressive streak following his NRL return.
Tedesco dodges ban for tripping Papenhuyzen
James Tedesco has been fined for tripping Ryan Papenhuyzen but will be free for next week's traditional Anzac Day game against St George Illawarra.
Cavalry coming for Broncos, but Raiders first: Walters
Brisbane's quartet of injured stars are on track to be fit for round eight, but Kevin Walters has warned Canberra must be negotiated first.
Eels gave up in thrashing from Dolphins: Arthur
Coach Brad Arthur has torn strips off Parramatta after the side leaked 40 second-half points in the loss to the Dolphins.
Lomax stars as Dragons stun Warriors
St George Illawarra have claimed their most impressive win of Shane Flanagan's tenure so far, beating the Warriors 30-12.