Brisbane search for answers to deny Penrith three-peat
Brisbane may have the ingredients needed to beat Penrith - but denying the Panthers an NRL three-peat in the grand final remains the most daunting of tasks.
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How Newcastle shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final
Penpix of Newcastle's team for the NRLW grand final against Gold Coast.
How Gold Coast shape up for the 2023 NRLW grand final
Penpix of Gold Coast's team for the NRLW grand final against Newcastle.
Titans’ Hancock not retiring type as NRLW final looms
Gold Coast prop Stephanie Hancock has tried to retire on numerous occasions but she put the boots back on and is now playing in the Titans' maiden NRLW decider.
Brad Fittler steps down as NSW State of Origin coach
Besieged NSW coach Brad Fittler has coached his last State of Origin game, informing the NSW Rugby League he will not remain in charge next season.
Brad Fittler has walked away, where to next for NSW?
Brad Fittler's exit has left NSW Rugby League with a coaching conundrum on their hands after two successive State of Origin series losses.
Penrith kick blockers fair and legal: Kevin Walters
Penrith have been accused of using illegal tactics to protect Nathan Cleary, but Brisbane coach Kevin Walters insists only "whingers" question the strategy.
Reynolds’ long-term Broncos pledge, whatever GF result
Regardless of the result in the NRL grand final, Broncos halfback Adam Reynolds intends to leave Brisbane with a permanent souvenir.
Broncos’ resurgence no shock to Panthers: Ivan Cleary
Penrith haven't been surprised to see NRL grand final opponents Brisbane thriving in 2023 after missing the finals for the four seasons prior.
Sunny days forecast to warm up footy finals weekend
Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s for the start of the NRL grand final, with warm and sunny conditions also forecast for the AFL decider.
Walker’s chance at another fairytale with Warriors
The Warriors are the feel-good story of 2023 and Dylan Walker is hoping to extend the fairytale into the grand final, just as his Rabbitohs did nine years ago.
Johnson evolves from 2011 dazzler to Warriors destroyer
In 2011 rookie Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson scored a try for the ages at Suncorp Stadium, a venue he returns to as a complete player, ready to stun the Broncos.
Prelim pressure won’t bother young Broncos: Walters
Kevin Walters has backed his young Brisbane stars to go to another level in their do-or-die NRL preliminary final clash with the Warriors.
Manly keep Brad Parker amid salary cap squeeze
Centre Brad Parker has signed a new two-year NRL deal at Manly, after entering the off-season without a contract.
Panthers demolish Storm to book NRL grand final spot
Penrith have brushed Melbourne aside in a 38-4 trouncing to qualify for their fourth-straight NRL grand final.
Penrith will take some stopping to deny NRL three-peat
Penrith's grand final opponent will need a near-perfect performance to beat them, after the Panthers booked a spot in the NRL decider by beating Melbourne 38-4.
Where to for Storm after preliminary final belting?
Melbourne were handily beaten by Penrith in Friday night's preliminary final but as the NRL season ends, the questions begin.
How Luai convinced himself to play in preliminary final
Jarome Luai has detailed how an undying confidence in his own body's ability to recover helped him return for Penrith's preliminary-final win over Melbourne.
Storm coach Bellamy envious of Panthers’ precision
Craig Bellamy says that Penrith have surpassed his Melbourne side as the pin-ups of consistent NRL success.
Broncos unveil plan to thwart Warriors star Johnson
The Broncos will be on a mission to cut down Warriors playmaker Shaun Johnson's time and space in the preliminary final at Suncorp Stadium..
Loss in NRLW semi still hurts: Roosters captain Kelly
The Sydney Roosters are out to right the wrongs of last year's shock NRLW semi-final loss, which still haunts captain Isabelle Kelly.
History awaits Garner on rare rise from last to first
Penrith's Luke Garner has put himself on the verge of becoming the third player of the NRL era to go straight from the wooden spoon to winning a grand final.
Rampant Broncos whip Warriors to reach NRL grand final
The Broncos will face Penrith in the NRL grand final after fullback Reece Walsh orchestrated a 42-12 preliminary final win over the Warriors.
Broncos’ offloads cruel Warriors when it matters most
The Warriors were once known as the offload kings of the NRL, but their inability to stop Brisbane throwing them has ended the NZ side's run at a grand final.
Johnson speech reminds Warriors they can win 2024 title
Warriors captain Tohu Harris and coach Andrew Webster say they can win a maiden title next year, a belief echoed by Shaun Johnson after the prelim final loss.
Broncos discover blueprint for beating Panthers in GF
Brisbane's 23 offloads in the prelim final win over the Warriors showed how dangerous they can be in the grand final against Penrith if they can replicate it.
Warriors won’t blame Walsh forward pass for loss
Andrew Webster has shot down any suggestion his Warriors can blame a missed Reece Walsh forward pass for their 42-12 NRL preliminary final loss to Brisbane.
Panthers stars dominate NRL’s Dally M shortlist
Penrith's dominance across the NRL is reflected in the Dally M shortlist with nine players and coach Ivan Cleary in the running for prizes.
Departing Leniu vows to stay true to Penrith roots
Prop Spencer Leniu has already been heckled by teammates about trading his Penrith roots for Bondi's beaches on his move to the Sydney Roosters.
Rampant Walsh rates alongside Bronco legend: Walters
Brisbane legends have likened Reece Walsh to a young Darren Lockyer with coach Kevin Walters highlighting his No.1's influence ahead of the NRL grand final.
Gold Coast to face Newcastle in NRLW grand final
Gold Coast have beaten the Sydney Roosters 12-0 to reach the NRLW grand final against Newcastle, after the Knights also defeated Brisbane in their semi-final.