Hetherington, Schiller set for finals clash of cousins
Canberra legend Brett Mullins and the rest of his family will have divided allegiances when Newcastle and the Raiders meet this Sunday.
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Upbeat Luai set to bounce back into premiership tilt
Nathan Cleary is keen to welcome his partner-in-crime Jarome Luai back from the injury that originally looked a chance to scupper Penrith's finals hopes.
Injury-hit Roosters count cost of thrilling finals win
The Sydney Roosters could be without up to 1000 games-worth of NRL experience in their semi-final against Melbourne after a brutal 13-12 win over Cronulla.
NRL probes Valentine Holmes white bag photo
A photo circulating online showing North Queensland centre Valentine Holmes posing with a bag of white powder is being investigated by the NRL's integrity unit.
Canberra thrash Cowboys to keep NRLW finals hopes alive
Canberra and Gold Coast have scored emphatic wins in the race for the NRLW finals, beating North Queensland and Parramatta respectively.
Confidence key as Roosters’ Walker proves his point
With a point to prove in the Sydney Roosters' elimination final win over Cronulla, Sam Walker showed he had never lost confidence despite a tough 2023.
Gamble keen to move on from Wighton biting claim
Tyson Gamble stopped short of retracting his claim he was bitten by Jack Wighton but said he hoped the outgoing Canberra star wouldn't be sanctioned.
Papenhuyzen plight gives Hastings an injury perspective
Jackson Hastings hopes his season isn't over after he failed to finish Newcastle's elimination final win over Canberra.
Newcastle snatch drama-charged finals win over Canberra
Newcastle have claimed a 30-28 extra time win over Canberra in their elimination final to book their place in the NRL semi-finals.
‘Remember 1999’: Storm great gives Welch title reboot
A text message from club legend Matt Geyer recalling a finals comeback for the ages has renewed Melbourne's faith, Storm captain Christian Welch says.
Warriors still believe in title bid: Nicoll-Klokstad
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad says the Warriors can't get hung up on their heavy loss to Penrith.
‘Bring your work boots’: Broncos ethos driving success
The Broncos pulverised the Storm to set up a home grand final qualifier by enacting a mantra involving hard work and lots of it.
Newcastle’s Gamble gives Big Willie a tongue lashing
Tyson Gamble says criticism from former Newcastle prop Willie Mason has inspired the Knights' hard-working spine to lift for the finals.
Wighton biting charge goes straight to NRL judiciary
Incoming South Sydney signing Jack Wighton is facing a lengthy NRL ban if found guilty of biting Newcastle's Tyson Gamble in his final game for Canberra.
Storm want ‘last laugh’ over old mate Brandon Smith
Former Melbourne hooker Brandon Smith labelled the Storm's loss to Brisbane as "putrid" to set-up a blockbuster semi-final clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Flegler gets dream Broncos script, declares Waugh
Brisbane prop Thomas Flegler's hunger for improvement is like Steve Waugh's "never satisfied" approach as he prepares for a final home game in Broncos colours.
Billy Smith’s broken jaw adds to Roosters’ injury toll
Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith is out of a do-or-die NRL semi-final against Melbourne after playing 38 minutes against Cronulla with a broken jaw.
Pearce calls time on decorated rugby league career
Mitchell Pearce has announced he will retire from rugby league at the end of 2023, ending any chance of a return to the NRL.
Bellamy spray will rev Storm up against Roosters: Smith
Brandon Smith says a trademark Craig Bellamy outburst will ensure Melbourne don't approach their clash with the Sydney Roosters like they did against Brisbane.
Storm hooker Grant ponders SOS to immortal Smith
Melbourne hooker Harry Grant believes an SOS to Storm immortal Cameron Smith wouldn't hurt ahead of the club's elimination final against the Sydney Roosters.
Warriors’ ride of emotion bigger than 2011 for Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has been a part of both the Warriors' grand final appearances, but believes the momentum behind the club is even bigger in 2023.
Sharks to play Tracey at fullback for elimination final
Connor Tracey is set to line up at fullback for Cronulla's elimination final after both he and Will Kennedy were named in the squad to face the Sydney Roosters.
Ricky Stuart’s NRL finals stat a positive for Canberra
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has a brilliant record in the first week of NRL finals but it will be tested when the Raiders face a red-hot Newcastle.
Reynolds adamant Storm hoodoo means nothing
Brisbane's horror NRL record against Melbourne is matched only by skipper Adam Reynolds' struggles against them, but he insists that's irrelevant now.
Cronulla get past Dragons for NRLW derby triumph
Cronulla have beaten St George Illawarra in their first NRLW derby, although both are now almost certainly out of finals contention.
Dolphins-bound Averillo cleared of ACL, Lee released
The Dolphins have released Brenko Lee to pursue UK opportunities while receiving news star Bulldogs recruit Jake Averillo has been cleared of rupturing an ACL.
Farnworth’s Broncos title dream fired by Sam Burgess
England-born Brisbane centre Herbie Farnworth drew belief from countryman Sam Burgess's display in the 2014 grand final, but wants to emulate that at Broncos.
Bruised Shark Rudolf desperate to match it with Collins
Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf will play through the pain of ligament damage in his toe to try and match it with the Roosters' Lindsay Collins.
Gun Harry’s new bullets give Storm magnum force: Smith
Melbourne legend Cameron Smith has warned critics not to write off the Storm's title hopes as he details why No.9 Harry Grant has become a more potent weapon.
How club legend Miller gave Sharks their new cult hero
Tom Hazelton had no intention of becoming an NRL player until a chance encounter with Gavin Miller set him on the path to cult-hero status.
Penrith hunting history in club’s 2023 finals mission
The Panthers will wear a special finals jersey in a nod to the past as they focus in on becoming the first team in the NRL-era to claim a title three-peat.