‘Nervous but no pressure’: Ponga in Maroons sweet spot
Kalyn Ponga is in a serene headspace and outstanding form as he vows to repay the faith coach Billy Slater has placed in him as Queensland's fullback.
rugby league
‘Take it personally’: Blues to grant Staggs free rein
Kotoni Staggs is twice the player to the one who had a forgettable debut four years ago, and that's why Laurie Daley gave him a shot for redemption.
‘Every bit first grade’: Teen praised after NRL debut
Brian Pouniu was a late inclusion for the Dolphins as they travelled to Canberra to face the Raiders, and coach Kristian Woolf took notice.
Stuart blasts officials after Raiders lose to Dolphins
The Dolphins have claimed a historic fourth-straight win in Canberra to move into the top half of the NRL table, but it hasn't come without controversy.
Metcalf faces competition to return to Warriors side
With the Warriors chasing a contract extension for halfback Te Maire Martin, Dragons-bound Luke Metcalf's playing role at the Warriors is unclear.
Maroons wrap arms around brave Arrow ahead of Origin
Queensland will honour and support Jai Arrow in this year's State of Origin series by inviting him into camp ahead of the opening clash in Sydney.
It’s subjective whether I’ve ‘owned’ Origin: Cleary
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary comes into State of Origin camp on the back of a loss in last year's game-three decider, his third as NSW halfback.
‘Not a long-term No.7’: Gould’s call on Bulldogs star
Phil Gould says the Bulldogs don't see Lachlan Galvin as their long-term halfback, although Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo doesn't share his view.
Saifiti’s tribute to brother ahead of Origin recall
Even Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti himself was a little surprised to have been recalled to the State of Origin arena for the series opener.
Tough little Rooster: Walker’s 22 needles in 21 games
Sam Walker is a brilliant footballer but the Queensland debutant's toughness in his debut season shows why he is cut out to handle the State of Origin cauldron.
Storm young gun gets another chance to shine
Keagan Russell-Smith has only played one NRL match, back in 2024, but the youngster will steer Melbourne in place of Origin representative Cameron Munster.
Mad Max detoured past Broncos roadblock into Maroons
Queensland debutant lock Max Plath blazed his own path to the NRL and State of Origin.
‘More tries’: Hammer on track to nail Origin try record
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has 11 tries in 10 State of Origin matches and is scorching towards setting a record benchmark before his career is done.
Manly vice-captain Jake Trbojevic makes career call
Middle forward Jake Trbojevic will play into a 15th NRL season at Manly after triggering an option in his contract.
Dragons’ Su’A addresses rumours of mid-season switch
Jaydn Su'A is heading to Parramatta next season and has sought clarity from current club St George Illawarra over whether they would let him leave early.
Crichton sidelined from training as Blues hit camp
Stephen Crichton missed NSW's first training session of their game-one camp, but Isaah Yeo insists the centre will be fit for the State of Origin opener.
‘Grateful to have my leg’: Mariner eyes stunning return
Deine Mariner has recovered from surgery that saved his right leg and has his sights set on getting back on the field in eight weeks for Brisbane.
‘Can’t believe it’: Souths star suffering from MND
Jai Arrow's decade-long NRL career has come to an end after the South Sydney forward was diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
Farnworth out as Dolphins prepare for Raiders clash
The Dolphins have lost Herbie Farnworth for their NRL fixture against Canberra, heaping more pressure on a side already missing a plethora of players.
Triple blow for Maroons in bid to avoid women’s sweep
Injuries to three key players have compounded Queensland's task to avoid a 3-0 women's State of Origin whitewash.
‘Close to my heart’: Origin history awaits Nikora
Briton Nikora will become the first New Zealand Test player to represent Queensland since the new eligibility rules for State of Origin were put in place.
Dolphins coach fumes after NRL unveils Las Vegas teams
Kristian Woolf has taken aim at the NRL after it announced which teams will take part in the fourth annual trip to Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas in 2027.
Warriors star misses clash with new Dragons side
Te Maire Martin has replaced the injured Tanah Boyd at the Warriors, while Luke Metcalf has missed the chance to play against his next club, the Dragons.
Clear skies for Storm after successive wins
With round 12 rivals Canterbury enduring a horror run, Josh King says he knows how they feel after Melbourne recently snapped their own losing streak.
Maroons debutant Fifita has star union dad to thank
Queensland debutant Jojo Fifita followed his rugby union star father around the world, but it was dad's advice to join Gold Coast that changed his life.
Unfamiliar territory for Crichton ahead of Origin I
Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton enters NSW's State of Origin camp having navigated unfamiliar territory in recent weeks.
No more Origin what-ifs for NSW debutant Fonua-Blake
Cronulla prop Addin Fonua-Blake will make his long-awaited State of Origin debut for NSW after a loosening of the eligibility rules over the off-season.
‘Crack on’: Flegler back from brink in Maroons miracle
Prop Thomas Flegler will play his first State of Origin match in 1071 days when he makes an inspirational return for Queensland.
No more Origin what-ifs for NSW debutant Addin-Blake
Cronulla prop Addin Fonua-Blake will make his long-awaited State of Origin debut for NSW after a loosening of the eligibility rules over the off-season.
From Alf’s field of dreams to Walker’s seven heaven
Sam Walker started his rugby league journey in Ipswich where Allan Langer once ruled the roost so it is fitting he now gets to wear the Queensland No.7 jersey.
Slater expects Origin to get no special ruck privileges
Queensland coach Billy Slater is expecting the State of Origin series to be refereed like the NRL, with no leniency in the ruck interpretations.