Turuva’s safe hands play big part in Penrith mass gains
Sunia Turuva has been one of the most kicked-to wingers in the NRL this year, but it took until round 25 for the Penrith flyer to put one down.
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‘Own the jersey’: Renouf still driving Broncos centres
Herbie Farnworth and Kotoni Staggs share a close bond with Brisbane legend Steve Renouf and are ready to heed his advice as they chase NRL grand final glory.
Broncos’ Mam vows to play with ‘Benji flair’ in GF
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam watched Benji Marshall clips as a youth and says he will take the same expansive approach as Marshall did in 2005 into the NRL decider.
Fiery Bronco Flegler learns from Warriors meltdown
A "more mature" Thomas Flegler will target his aggression in Brisbane's finals showdown with the Warriors, after losing the plot against the Kiwis last year.
Knights’ history lesson as NRLW dynasty beckons
Newcastle are one win away from a second-consecutive NRLW grand final but Hannah Southwell is warning they must not lose focus as fourth-placed Brisbane loom.
Luai cleared to play in Penrith’s preliminary final
The Panthers have confirmed five-eighth Jarome Luai and centre Izack Tago will return from injury in the NRL preliminary final against Melbourne.
Storm star Hughes trains to push case for prelim return
Melbourne star Jahrome Hughes has trained to boost his chances of playing in the Storm's preliminary-final blockbuster against Penrith.
The gamble that brought Will Warbrick to NRL’s Storm
Melbourne took a chance on a towering New Zealander two years ago and now they're counting their winnings on the way to a preliminary final.
Wearing rivals’ jerseys nothing new: Storm’s Bellamy
Melbourne players wearing Penrith jerseys at training prompted a strong reaction but Storm coach Craig Bellamy insists it's a regular occurrence for his side.
Warriors must build on Knights thrashing: Webster
Warriors coach Andrew Webster knows replicating last week's winning performance against Newcastle may not be enough to seal a place in the NRL grand final.
To’o and Crichton prepare for emotional last hurrah
Stephen Crichton says telling Brian To'o he'd signed with Canterbury was the hardest part of leaving Penrith, as the Panthers pair prepare to go separate ways.
Fittler to be made to wait on NSW coaching future
Brad Fittler is unlikely to be told at September's NSW Rugby League board meeting whether he has retained his job as Blues State of Origin coach.
History suggests preliminary finals aren’t predictable
The NRL's preliminary finals shape up as the most predictable in years, but history suggests both matches are rarely straight forward.
NRLW’s Broncos doing it for teammates Hunt, Gould
Brisbane's NRLW side will have Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould in their hearts when they run out for this weekend's semi-final.
Alexander steps down as NSW Origin overhaul looms
Brad Fittler has pitched several changes to his NSW State of Origin support staff for 2024, with Greg Alexander and Paul McGregor having already stepped down.
All Black’s kicking advice for Melbourne’s Meaney
Feedback from rugby star Jordie Barrett could help turn things around for Nick Meaney after a wayward night with the boot for the Storm No.1 in the NRL semi.
‘I needed boot up backside’: Palasia on Broncos axing
Ahead of Brisbane's NRL preliminary final against the Warriors, Broncos prop Keenan Palasia says being dropped mid-season kicked his campaign into gear.
Imitation game: Panthers admire Storm’s jersey gee-up
Melbourne's attempts to prepare themselves for Penrith have led to the club's reserves donning imitation Panthers jerseys.
Horsburgh pens long-term NRL deal with Raiders
Corey Horsburgh's long-term future is at Canberra after the lock inked a four-year extension with the Green Machine.
Iceman cometh: how Broncos’ Carrigan battled ACL tear
An ice machine and a steely mindset helped Brisbane's Patrick Carrigan battle back from an ACL injury to establish himself as one of the NRL's best forwards.
Guru, linchpin and ratbag: Reynolds loving Broncos role
Brisbane's Adam Reynolds has found the perfect combination of on-field guide and off-field mentor and larrikin ahead of the preliminary final with the Warriors.
How 2020 GF loss gave Penrith last piece of the puzzle
Penrith's ruthless attitude was born out of a grand final loss to Melbourne, with players walked over by the Storm in 2020 and taught how to play big games.
‘Gold for Gold’: The slogan pushing Titans’ title dream
Gold Coast's NRLW side has the chance to become the first team based on the Glitter Strip to hoist rugby league's top prize aloft.
Warriors keen to make life ugly for ‘pretty boy’ Walsh
The Warriors are aware of the threat electric Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh poses in Saturday's preliminary final.
NRLW star Nathan-Wong cleared of neck damage
St George Illawarra NRLW five-eighth Tyla Nathan-Wong has been cleared of neck damage and released from hospital.
Roosters’ Hopoate faces ban, set to miss NRLW finals
Prop Pani Hopoate is set to miss the Sydney Roosters' NRLW finals tilt after receiving a two-match ban for a hip-drop tackle.
Luai firming to play in Penrith’s preliminary final
Penrith star Jarome Luai looks increasingly likely to play in their NRL preliminary final against Melbourne, as he battles to overcome a shoulder injury.
Storm’s Wishart excited for potential clash with Cleary
Tyran Wishart has started at halfback just twice this season but the Melbourne utility has no fear about a potential clash with Penrith NRL star Nathan Cleary.
Titans seal finals spot, Cronulla post record NRLW win
Gold Coast have secured a top-four NRLW finish after comfortably seeing off Canberra 30-6 as Cronulla created history in a 56-6 win over Parramatta.
Broncos’ Arthars regains mojo after Warriors loan year
Brisbane winger Jesse Arthars says a year with the Warriors in 2022 remains "a cherished memory" that also helped him find his best form on his Broncos return.
Indigenous rugby league pioneer Lionel Morgan dies
The first Indigenous player to represent Australia in rugby league, Lionel Morgan, has died aged 85.