Decision to rule out Howarth try was correct, NRL says
Melbourne will be left to rue a bunker no-try call in the second half of their tight grand final loss to Penrith.
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Martin dominates rival Munster to claim Clive Churchill
Liam Martin has become the fourth second-rower of the NRL era to win a Clive Churchill medal after shining in Penrith's 14-6 grand final triumph over Melbourne.
Storm’s big four malfunction in face of Penrith machine
Melbourne's much-vaunted spine quartet have come unstuck on the NRL's biggest stage in the Storm's 14-6 loss to Penrith.
Cameron Munster denies NRL grand final bite allegation
Melbourne superstar Cameron Munster has rubbished suggestions he bit Penrith's Paul Alamoti in the NRL grand final.
Last ride to glory for superstar Penrith halves
It was a fitting end for the NRL's most winning halves combination, Jarome Luai and Nathan Cleary starring for Penrith in a fourth consecutive premiership.
Panthers beat Storm for fourth consecutive premiership
Penrith have won a historic fourth consecutive NRL grand final, overcoming minor premiers Melbourne in a gripping 14-6 triumph at Accor Stadium.
Sorensen starts GF, Eisenhuth unlucky Panther again
Matt Eisenhuth is the unlucky man to again miss out on being in Penrith's 17 for an NRL grand final, after Scott Sorensen was named to start against Melbourne.
Roosters survive Cronulla fightback to claim NRLW crown
The Sydney Roosters have secured their second NRLW premiership with a 32-28 win over Cronulla after cutting short a monumental fightback from the Sharks.
Keeley stars as Devils break QLD’s State Champs drought
In the curtain-raiser to NRL grand final day, Norths Devils have ambushed Newtown Jets for a 20-18 win.
NRL’s Hughes, NRLW’s Kelly voted best in 2024 by peers
Melbourne NRL halfback Jahrome Hughes and Sydney Roosters NRLW captain Isabelle Kelly have been voted the best in the game by their peers.
Millie Elliott’s shot at Lazarus-like rugby league feat
Sydney Roosters prop Millie Elliott will become the first NRLW player to win grand finals at three different clubs if her team beats Cronulla at Accor Stadium.
Storm’s new big four prepares to halt Penrith dynasty
Melbourne will claim their first post-Cameron Smith premiership if they beat a Penrith side chasing a fourth consecutive crown in Sunday's grand final.
To Hull and back: Panther Schneider eyes NRL redemption
Once discarded from the NRL by Canberra, Penrith's back-up playmaker Brad Schneider is out to prove his worth in Sunday's grand final.
2020 grand final of little use to Storm now: Bellamy
Craig Bellamy says he can barely remember the 2020 grand final, insisting there is little to take from the last time Melbourne met Penrith on the big stage.
Why Storm have faith six-gamer Vaalepu will shine in GF
Melbourne's Lazarus Vaalepu will become the least experienced NRL grand finalist since Steve Price in 1994 when he runs out against Penrith at Accor Stadium.
Penrith’s Sorensen passed fit for NRL grand final
Versatile forward Scott Sorensen has been given the green light to play for Penrith in Sunday's NRL grand final after overcoming a hamstring issue.
The call that put Cleary on path to coaching greatness
Ivan Cleary has explained how his decision to back out of a contract in the Super League and a career in real estate started his NRL coaching journey.
Boring Bellamy still driven for more Storm success
Craig Bellamy describes himself as boring and his assistant coach son Aaron agrees, but says his love of routine and passion are behind his sustained success.
‘Fire in my belly’: Wheeler’s debt to Sharks in NRLW GF
Veteran prop forward Holli Wheeler will have a point to prove and a debt to pay when Cronulla face the Sydney Roosters in the NRLW grand final.
Roosters harness finals pain to dispel NRLW chokers tag
Olivia Kernick explains how the Sydney Roosters defied injuries and the prospect of three NRLW semi-final losses in as many years to reach the grand final.
Penrith Panthers out to emulate Man City, Bayern Munich
Penrith have a chance to put themselves on a global pedestal with a fourth-straight NRL premiership, but Melbourne loom as their greatest ever challenge.
Edwards is marathon man in dynasty, Yeo the warrior
Dylan Edwards has run the most metres during Penrith's dynasty, while Isaah Yeo is their warrior in the middle by totalling more than 4000 tackles in the run.
Blak excellence front and centre at Koori knockout
While rugby league is central to the Koori Knockout being held this weekend, the sporting tournament also celebrates Indigenous culture and community.
Sydney NRL trips worth every litre for Martin’s mum
Liam Martin's mum's petrol bill to drive to Sydney and watch her son play every week tallies into the thousands, but Penrith's success makes it all worthwhile.
Titans land Campbell-Gillard on three-year deal
Former Parramatta prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard has found a new home, signing a three-year deal with Gold Coast.
The dynasty dossier that launched Penrith’s golden era
Penrith can become the first side in almost 60 years to win four straight NRL premierships, but their rise emanates from an 18-page document written in 2011.
Bellamy touch sees Storm’s rough diamonds shine
Ahead of coaching his 10th NRL grand final, Craig Bellamy's uncanny ability to turn NRL nobodies into champions has been key to Melbourne's continued success.
NRL puts brakes on grand final sprint race
The NRL has decided against holding a grand final day sprint race, with several players unavailable to run.
How Fisher-Harris told bash bro Leota of Penrith exit
Moses Leota says his head was spinning when Penrith front-row partner James Fisher-Harris told him he was joining the Warriors.
Lost keys: Panther’s unique aftermath to 2023 NRL GF
Scott Sorensen hopes to celebrate another Penrith premiership in style instead of turning Accor Stadium upside down in a bid to help his wife.
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