Queensland player ratings for State of Origin III
Queensland were not at their best in the State of Origin finale, falling 24-10 to NSW having already sealed the series.
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NSW avoid Origin whitewash with 24-10 win over QLD
NSW have avoided the first State of Origin whitewash since 2010, claiming a 24-10 win over Queensland in Game III.
Queensland prop Cotter receives Wally Lewis Medal
Queensland middle forward Reuben Cotter has been named the Wally Lewis medallist as the most valuable player of the 2023 State of Origin series.
Walker shines as NSW finally get selections right
NSW have triumphed in Origin III with Cody Walker the star, but series winners Queensland got their selections right and won the big moments when it mattered.
Gould hails Walker ‘a genius’ and taunter of Maroons
NSW No.6 Cody Walker received rave reviews from former NSW coach Phil Gould and Queensland assistant coach Cameron Smith after his man of the match display
Fittler’s Best call vindicated after dream debut
Bradman Best's State of Origin selection was a source of surprise in the lead-up to game three but the call was vindicated on Wednesday night.
Origin futures of coaches Slater, Fittler up in the air
Neither Brad Fittler or Billy Slater have committed to coaching in State of Origin next year, with both coaches facing uncertain futures.
Game three loss a lesson for Maroons: Myles
Queensland great Nate Myles says the loss in the third game of the State of Origin series should serve as a lesson for the young Maroons side.
Drinkwater drives Cowboys late charge to finals: Payten
North Queensland have regained their mojo and are on the cusp of the top eight with fullback Scott Drinkwater the starter and finisher of good attacking work.
Brodie Croft on Wests Tigers’ recruitment radar
Former Brisbane and Melbourne No.7 Brodie Croft has emerged as a transfer target for Wests Tigers.
The real reason Broncos’ Haas will go to open market
Brisbane prop Payne Haas's manager says all 17 NRL clubs want to speak to him from November 1 but insists decisions on his future will be about winning titles.
Oates suffers knee injury, out of 200th for Broncos
Brisbane winger Corey Oates will undergo surgery on his knee following a training injury but is expected to be back playing before the end of the season.
Tedesco rested from Roosters NRL clash with Storm
NSW Origin skipper James Tedesco will be rested from the Sydney Roosters' clash with Melbourne, with Joey Manu starting at fullback.
Payne Haas will be a Bronco for life: Walters
Confident coach Kevin Walters is emphatic Payne Haas will remain at Brisbane despite the star prop's decision to test his value elsewhere.
Pneumonia kept Bulldog Faitala-Mariner in bed for month
Canterbury forward Raymond Faitala-Mariner had been expected to bounce back from the flu quick-smart but ended up spending a month in bed with pneumonia.
Seibold hopes to unlock Lodge’s NRL potential at Manly
Matt Lodge's best is yet to come according to Manly coach Anthony Seibold, who has signed the prop for the rest of the season.
Ponga stars to keep Knights’ slim finals hopes alive
Newcastle have stayed in the race for an NRL finals berth after Kalyn Ponga led the Knights to a 34-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Tedesco rested from Roosters’ NRL clash with Storm
NSW Origin skipper James Tedesco will be rested from the Sydney Roosters' clash with Melbourne, with Joey Manu starting at fullback.
Ponga stars to keep Knights’ finals hopes alive
Newcastle have stayed in the race for an NRL finals berth after Kalyn Ponga led the Knights to a 34-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Only way is up for Eels after year’s worst game: Arthur
Brad Arthur says 15 of his 17 players had their season-worst performance against the Warriors but is hopeful Parramatta have it in them to bounce back.
‘Freak’ Bula saved Tigers from bigger loss: Sheens
Tim Sheens says the Wests Tigers can thank rookie fullback Jahream Bula for ensuring their margin of defeat Newcastle was at least respectable.
Roosters’ NRL season on tilt after loss to Melbourne
The Sydney Roosters have fallen 30-16 to Melbourne in an SCG defeat that leaves their NRL season on the edge.
Familiar faces as Sharks seek to stop in-form Warriors
Cronulla old boys Luke Metcalf and Shaun Johnson are on fire for the Warriors and their former club is keen to keep them quiet in round 20.
Repeat offender Hetherington dodges NRL ban for slap
For the second time in three weeks, Newcastle forward Jack Hetherington was sin-binned for slapping a rival player but avoided suspension again.
Milford handed Dolphins reins for Penrith test
Anthony Milford will play five-eighth for the Dolphins in their NRL clash with Penrith, who are set to welcome back Nathan Cleary from injury.
Dogs salute Reynolds as the Prince signs off at Belmore
Josh Reynolds has finished his career where it started, the Belmore crowd saluting a Canterbury great in his final game for the club.
Cobbo binned as Broncos beat Bulldogs, go top in NRL
Brisbane have withstood a test from Canterbury to run out 44-22 winners in their NRL clash but had winger Selwyn Cobbo sin-binned.
North Queensland down Sea Eagles, enter NRL top eight
North Queensland have outlasted Manly in a 19-8 win to move inside the top eight for the first time since round one of the NRL season.
Robinson keeping the faith as Melbourne beat Roosters
The Sydney Roosters have fallen 30-16 to Melbourne in a loss that leaves their NRL season on the edge but coach Trent Robinson isn't giving up yet.
Roosters still unclear on timeline for Walker’s return
The Sydney Roosters say it could be one week before Sam Walker returns from his anterior cruciate ligament sprain, or it could be one month.
Panthers stay top of table with win tough over Dolphins
Penrith centre Izack Tago was sensational in the Panthers' 24-14 win over a gallant Dolphins as Nathan Cleary's return from injury was postponed.