Brigginshaw questions timing of Jillaroos coaching call
Australia's Jillaroos are entering a new era under interim coach Jess Skinner, but co-captain Ali Brigginshaw is unsure about the timing of Brad Donald's exit.
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Sharks get creative in bid to keep Hazelton at Cronulla
From crystal balls to reverse-psychology tactics, Tom Hazelton's teammates are willing to get creative to keep the big man at Cronulla.
Hunt eyes Broncos title in twilight zone with Reynolds
Returned Brisbane star Ben Hunt will play his first game for the club since 2017 and is excited about linking with fellow veteran half Adam Reynolds.
Dragons must sort out Molo before any Klemmer move
St George Illawarra have given Francis Molo permission to talk to rivals, with the prop's future needing to be sorted before any potential David Klemmer move.
Tigers charge more for trials seat than Origin ticket
Wests Tigers' ticket prices for a pre-season challenge double-header have come under the microscope.
Carpool coaching has Saints’ sevens convert up to speed
Former rugby sevens star Nathan Lawson is keen to make an impact in rugby league after signing with the NRL's St George Illawarra.
Murray, Mitchell injured in double blow for Rabbitohs
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray's NRL season is in tatters with a suspected ruptured achilles, while Latrell Mitchell has suffered a hamstring injury.
Why Mitch Barnett won’t overthink Warriors captaincy
Mitch Barnett spent almost half of his best NRL season acting as captain, so he's not worried about taking on the mantle fulltime.
Dearden gets new No.7 partner as Cowboys rope young gun
The off-season exits of three veterans has opened up the race for key North Queensland outside backs spots ahead of the Melbourne Storm trial.
Plath trials new role, Dolphins look for more answers
Dolphins utility Max Plath will start in the second-row against Gold Coast as 2024's player of the year prepares to showcases why he's an indispensable asset.
‘Tamer’ but more dangerous Walsh unleashed for Broncos
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh will ditch the rushes of blood that marred his game last year for a calmer, measured approach as he prepares for his first hit-out.
NRL players to be given loose leash in Las Vegas
If Warriors coach Andrew Webster runs into one of his players on the infamous Las Vegas Strip late at night, he won't react in the way you might expect.
Sea Eagles embrace chaos in bid to end capitulations
Anthony Seibold hopes a summer of training chaos, with weekly mystery sessions, can help eradicate Manly's habit of cracking amid adversity in the NRL.
Papali’i ready to rebound with Panthers after ‘plateau’
Isaiah Papali'i has admitted his career stalled at the Wests Tigers, but says he's feeling more physically fit and mentally locked at Penrith.
Canberra Raiders earmark Pattie as long-term hooker
Canberra have re-signed up-and-coming hooker Owen Pattie, as Tyrone Munro and Brodie Jones ink new NRL deals of their own.
Bulldogs’ Jacob Kiraz sidelined indefinitely
Canterbury winger Jacob Kiraz has been sidelined by a back injury that has prevented him from training this pre-season.
Nawaqanitawase undaunted by being centre of attention
Code-hopper Mark Nawaqanitawase has brushed off concerns about his ability to handle the centre position at the Sydney Roosters.
Ray of sunshine for Gilbert as ACL exile nears Phinale
Despite an interrupted start to his rehab, Dolphins star forward Tom Gilbert is on the cusp of an inspirational return from an ACL rupture.
‘A nightmare’: Bronco Ben in bench battle of beasts
Brisbane's tall timber Ben Te Kura has impressed Payne Haas and put himself in contention for an NRL bench spot, as have two other hulks in the pack.
Dodd warns Souths attack won’t hit top gear immediately
South Sydney halfback Lewis Dodd has warned it will take time for he and Rabbitohs players to feel confident together after his arrival from England.
Dogs-bound Thompson lifts lid on pending Knights exit
Leo Thompson says he wants to make memories in his final season with Newcastle before linking up with Canterbury.
Walters won’t give up Broncos No.9 jersey without fight
Cory Paix has thrown out a challenge to Billy Walters to be Brisbane's new starting hooker as the battle reaches its climax.
Dragons see off Roosters in NRL trial win
Kyle Flanagan has helped lead St George Illawarra to a 26-8 NRL trial win over the Sydney Roosters.
Galvin on song as Tigers pipped by Dogs in NRL trial
Wests Tigers' Lachlan Galvin was the standout performer in a 40-minute cameo as his side fell to a 20-14 trial loss to Canterbury.
Paix makes claim for No.9 as Broncos smash Titans
Brisbane have massacred Gold Coast 50-12 in Toowoomba, with Cory Paix, Kobe Hetherington and Brendan Piakura all making strong claims to play in round one.
Manly confident Paseka’s injured shoulder no issue
Taniela Paseka suffered shoulder pain in Manly's pre-season trial win over South Sydney, but Sea Eagles officials are confident the injury is not serious.
St Helens smash Salford to set Super League record
Former St George Illawarra and Brisbane flyer Tristan Sailor has bagged four tries in an 82-point romp for St Helens, a new Super League record.
Maoris call on NRL to prevent All Stars absences
Maori coach Adam Blair says the NRL must police and enforce the availability of players in the All Stars matches.
Maori edge hard-fought All Stars clash over Indigenous
The Maori have avoided a third-straight All Stars loss by claiming a gritty 10-6 win over the Indigenous side.
Final-minute thriller: Indigenous women win All Stars
A last-minute penalty has helped the Indigenous women's All-Stars claim a 20-18 win over the Maori in Sydney.
Souths set to face scrutiny over pre-season game delay
Manly have defeated South Sydney in a high-scoring NRL pre-season match, with questions emerging about why the start of the game was delayed for 100 minutes.