New Dolphins signing Tevita Pangai targets Storm clash
Dolphins forward Tevita Pangai Jnr is on track to make his much-awaited return to the NRL after a 10-month absence from the top grade.
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Greatest comeback awaits Souths after 2023 capitulation
South Sydney made unwanted history in 2023 by falling from first on the ladder to out of the finals and they're now eyeing off a chance to flip the script.
‘Glass houses’: Madge bristles over Qld’s Walsh claims
Michael Maguire has hit out at accusations from Queensland that NSW were overly aggressive in their treatment of Reece Walsh in Origin I.
DCE on cusp of joining greatest Maroons captains
Only three Queensland captains have won three State of Origin series in a row and Maroons legends say Daly Cherry-Evans is worthy of joining that elite company.
Seibold lauds gutsy Manly after 30-14 win over Dragons
Manly have moved into the NRL's top eight with a spirited 30-14 win over St George Illawarra.
Luai stars as Panthers survive Knights scare
Jarome Luai was inspirational as Penrith built a 14-point half-time lead that powered the reigning NRL premiers to victory over Newcastle.
Mitchell gets Blues recall, Moses in for Hynes
Michael Maguire has dropped Nicho Hynes and called Mitch Moses into the NSW side for State of Origin II, with Latrell Mitchell one of five new faces.
Watson goes from 558-day injury to NSW Origin team
Connor Watson endured a nightmare stretch out with a torn patella tendon, but the 558 days on the sidelines have helped him to a NSW State of Origin debut.
Slater explains Cobbo omission as Walsh fit for Maroons
Queensland coach Billy Slater says dropped bench utility Selwyn Cobbo is "not quite 100 per cent" and insists Reece Walsh is fit to play game two of Origin.
Maroons set to pick Walsh for Origin in Melbourne
Queensland fullback Reece Walsh is on track to be named in the side to play NSW in Melbourne in game two of the State of Origin series.
Mitchell set for Blues recall, Johns wants Walker there
Latrell Mitchell is set to return to the NSW side for the first time in three years, while Andrew Johns wants Cody Walker to join him on the Blues' left.
Wests Tigers CEO lashes Fox Sports over coverage
Wests Tigers chief executive Shane Richardson has attacked broadcaster Fox Sports and its sister newspapers over their coverage of the club.
Eels star faces lengthy NRL ban over dangerous throw
Parramatta second-rower Kelma Tuilagi is facing a ban of up to five NRL games, after he was lucky to avoid being sent off for a dangerous throw.
Disappointment as mother of all NRL hoodoos drags on
It will likely be a decade since the Warriors last tasted victory over Melbourne when they next get a chance to break their hoodoo after failing twice in 2024.
Tedesco expects Origin axe despite role in Roosters win
James Tedesco made a late push to hold on to the NSW No.1 jersey as the Sydney Roosters beat Parramatta 28-18 to sit fifth in the NRL.
Hughes lifts Storm to extend win streak over Warriors
Jahrome Hughes starred as the Melbourne Storm overturned an early 14-0 deficit to win against the Warriors in the NRL for a 16th straight time.
Tigers snap nine-game losing run with win over Titans
Wests Tigers have ended their nine-game losing streak and climbed off the bottom of the NRL ladder with an 18-10 win over the Gold Coast Titans.
Manly’s Croker nearing return after concussion setbacks
Six weeks after suffering a concussion, Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has ramped up his return to training after a battle with inner-ear and neck problems.
Shorter seasons, women’s game can help NRL: Ivan Cleary
Ivan Cleary says the NRL should consider shortening the season to cut down on injuries, and believes the rise of the women's game could help provide a solution.
Ill-disciplined Raiders leave Ricky Stuart ropeable
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has blasted the referees and his players after a string of penalties cost his side a third straight home defeat.
Latrell looms large as Maguire mulls NSW changes
Michael Maguire has several big calls to make when he names his NSW side for State of Origin II, but none greater than whether to recall Latrell Mitchell.
Riki faces ban as Broncos’ mid-season woes deepen
After three straight losses Brisbane are set to end round 15 outside the NRL's top eight, and to make matters worse Jordan Riki is facing a two-match ban.
Latrell makes Origin case as Souths trounce Broncos
Latrell Mitchell has starred in his last match before NSW name their team for State of Origin II, leading South Sydney to a 22-12 win over Brisbane.
Cowboys ride away with win as boos ring out in Canberra
North Queensland have braved the Canberra cold to consign the Raiders to their third straight home loss in a convincing 34-16 win.
Hopgood, Fifita miss pre-Origin rounds through injury
J'Maine Hopgood's State of Origin spot hangs in the balance due to a back injury, while David Fifita won't have a last chance to impress Queensland selectors.
Tigers still weighing up Leichhardt after funding boost
The West Tigers NRL club will decide how many games to play at Leichhardt Oval after threatening to leave the ground that is now to get a $40 million upgrade.
Why ex-Wallabies coach Cheika could handle NRL switch
Trent Robinson says Michale Cheika would be up to the task of trying his hand at day-to-day club coaching in the NRL.
Tigers young gun Galvin ‘going nowhere’: coach Marshall
Claims teenaged star Lachlan Galvin could be on his way out of struggling Wests Tigers are well wide of the mark, coach Benji Marshall insists.
Samoa want wide, experienced squad for next World Cup
Samoa coach Ben Gardiner will use a historic tour of England to help build his squad for the next World Cup, wanting a three-year commitment from players.
Smith out of favour at Roosters for one week only
Brandon Smith will be at Trent Robinson's disposal next week against the Bulldogs after the hooker was dropped for failing to turn up to a team meeting.
Origin dark horse Mitch Barnett earns new Warriors deal
Mitch Barnett has been rewarded for his career-best form, with the Warriors tying the forward to a two-year contract extension.