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.
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Radley poised to become Maroons’ new enemy No.1
Victor Radley's temper has frequently landed him trouble with the NRL judiciary but NSW coach Laurie Daley wants the Blues debutant to come out firing.
Tedesco’s NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies
James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.
2026 Magic Round the most one-sided in history
The NRL's festival of football Magic Round was more one-sided than ever in 2026, with an average margin of almost four converted tries.
‘Chills’: Slater backs Walker as Walsh shock explained
Queensland will field a new-look spine and a suite of debutants in the State of Origin opener while remaining loyal to last year's series-winning stars.
Panthers beat improved Dragons to close Magic Round
Ladder-leading Penrith have defeated St George Illawarra but the final game of Magic Round was not as one-sided as had been predicted.
Kalyn Ponga would ‘play anywhere’ for Queensland
Kalyn Ponga was as surprised as anyone to have his name linked with Queensland's halfback vacancy for the State of Origin opener.
Warriors rally to belt Broncos after Boyd knee blow
The Warriors have lost their chief playmaker Tanah Boyd to a suspected ACL rupture as their NSW hopefuls starred in a 42-12 thrashing of Brisbane.
Bragging rights for Holbrook as Knights beat Titans
First-year Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has won bragging rights over Gold Coast, who controversially fired him midway through the 2023 season.
Manly winger Hopoate banned for pushing ref over
Manly winger Lehi Hopoate has become the latest NRL player to receive a suspension for physical contact with a match official.
‘Be like him’: Cowboys warrior fires Luki’s Origin push
North Queensland forward Heilum Luki has overcome two ACL injuries to put himself in Queensland contention as he aims to follow in Reuben Cotter's footsteps.
‘Selfless’ Mitchell rules himself out of Origin opener
NSW have received a huge blow on the eve of their State of Origin team announcement, with injury sidelining star centre Latrell Mitchell from the series opener.
Munster mashes Eels to hit Origin camp in form
Melbourne can thank their so-called "big three" - Cameron Munster, Harry Grant and Jahrome Hughes - for orchestrating their Magic Round defeat of Parramatta.
Cowboy outshines Roosters No.7 in ‘gritty’ Qld shootout
North Queensland have overcome two sin-binnings to beat the Sydney Roosters 18-12 as Cowboys half Jake Clifford enhanced his Queensland selection hopes.
Coach Cleary’s exit won’t sway Nathan’s future plans
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary has opened up on his father's plans to step down as coach of the Panthers at the end of the 2027 NRL season.
Holy Haumole: Manly forward runs riot in Blues trial
Rampant Manly giant Haumole Olakau'atu has all but secured a NSW recall in a big win over Wests Tigers, who lost Taylan May to a possible season-ending injury.
New Coates unleashed as 2006 Broncos provide incentive
Brisbane have given several young stars debuts this year and Phil Coates, brother of Xavier, has been backed to produce his own highlight reel.
‘Filthy’: Dragons’ contract call hurt Damien Cook
Damien Cook is pleased to have his playing future sorted but admits he was hurt to have been overlooked by St George Illawarra for a new contract.
‘Special plays and big moments’: Staggs backed for NSW
Kotoni Staggs has been backed to provide "special plays'' for NSW if selected after an injury scare to Latrell Mitchell, who limped off at Magic Round.
‘Ready to go back’: Cobbo makes Maroons statement
Selwyn Cobbo has made a late charge for a Queensland recall in State of Origin as his Dolphins teammate Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reveals why he deserves it.
Sharks’ Mulitalo has lost count of his many surgeries
It's little wonder Ronaldo Mulitalo bounced back so quickly from his anterior cruciate ligament injury given his experience recovering from serious injuries.
Knights’ turnaround on show ahead of Titans clash
Newcastle and Gold Coast were in a shootout to avoid the wooden spoon eight months ago, but the scenario is different as the sides meet in Magic Round.
Mitchell injured as Dolphins pump poor Rabbitohs
The Dolphins have moved to sixth position with a 32-10 win over South Sydney as an injury to Latrell Mitchell sent shockwaves through the NSW camp.
Tragic Round: Canterbury slump deeper into the doghouse
Out-of-sorts Canterbury played like muggles in the Magic Round opener, proving no match for a polished Cronulla side.
‘Similar to Alf’: Maroons selector gives Walker a boost
Darren Lockyer insists Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker will show he is no defensive liability in his final club game ahead of Queensland selection.
Walters to coach Australia at Rugby League World Cup
The Australian Rugby League Commission has extended coach Kevin Walters' contract with the national rugby league team.
Walsh not done yet after positive start: Foran
Manly will welcome back Jamal Fogarty from a groin injury against the Wests Tigers on Saturday, but will lose young gun Joey Walsh from the starting lineup.
I’m not playing well enough for Origin: Spencer Leniu
Spencer Leniu insists he is committed to the Sydney Roosters for the rest of his contract, but does not believe he should be in the NSW Origin selection frame.
Samrani’s perfect Parramatta record faces Storm test
Jordan Samrani has yet to lose in 2026 as Parramatta's strike centre looks to maintain his perfect run against Melbourne.
NSW hero ‘would’ve walked home’ if clutch play failed
NSW's newest State of Origin hero Teagan Berry has opened up on the moment that sealed a game-two win, and series victory, for the Blues.
Maroons back youth policy despite Origin series loss
Queensland coach Nathan Cross will retain selection faith in his young team despite NSW taking an unassailable 2-0 lead in the Women's State of Origin series.