Brailey to stay as Crossland nears new Knights deal
Rising hooker Phoenix Crossland is set to remain at the Newcastle Knights until the end of 2026, with the club also keen to retain Jayden Brailey.
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Newcastle star Upton set for Jillaroos bow
Tamika Upton will come straight into the Jillaroos squad for Tests against New Zealand after a dazzling year in the NRLW with Newcastle.
Suaalii concussion causes selection headache for Samoa
The Sydney Roosters have ruled Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii out of the Pacific Championships due to concussion, with the rugby-bound star missing from Samoa's squad.
Test rest never a consideration for Tedesco
James Tedesco says he couldn't sit out the Kangaroos' Test matches because of how many star fullbacks are in contention for his jersey.
Penrith just getting started as they eye four in a row
Penrith have made clear they are not content with stopping at three consecutive NRL premierships, eyeing history in taking out a fourth straight title in 2024.
Broncos vow to use grand final pain to win comp in 2024
Brisbane squandered a huge lead in the grand final loss to Penrith but the Broncos have vowed to use the hurt as motivation to go one better in 2024.
Cleary channels Johns in stellar GF display: Lockyer
Darren Lockyer has hailed Nathan Cleary's "enormous legacy" and compared him to Andrew Johns after his Clive Churchill Medal winning display in the NRL decider.
Upton eyes Jilaroos jersey after NRLW masterclass
Tamika Upton has achieved just about everything in 2023, and will know on Tuesday whether she can add Australian selection to her list.
No haze for Cleary as urge to carry Penrith takes over
Nathan Cleary believes the lessons learned in Penrith's 2020 grand final loss helped prepare him to take Brisbane down in the 2023 decider.
Penrith the undisputed champs – with belt to prove it
Penrith have paraded an undisputed champions' wrestling belt, after making it a theme of their finals run while claiming a third straight NRL premiership.
Yeo’s 10 minutes of uncertainty during HIA purgatory
Undergoing a concussion test in the bowels of Accor Stadium, Penrith's Isaah Yeo had no idea whether the Panthers or the Broncos had the grand-final upper hand.
Broncos’ Mam set for huge pay rise after GF hat-trick
Ezra Mam's grand final hat-trick in the heartbreaking loss to Penrith is set to earn the flying No.6 a big pay rise and lengthy contract extension at Brisbane.
Penrith’s Luai set to make crunch contract call
A choice between chasing more premierships with Penrith or a bank-balance boost at a rival club will dominate the off-season for Panthers back Jarome Luai.
Walters proves there is life beyond Bennett at Broncos
Kevin Walters is following Wayne Bennett in taking a Brisbane side to an NRL grand final - and club legends says it's down to him being a great mentor.
Yeo, Carrigan key to unlocking grand final defences
Isaah Yeo knows Penrith have to contain Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan if they are to complete a NRL premiership three-peat.
Honesty session propelled Knights to NRLW grand final
A heart-to-heart between Newcastle's NRLW playing group has helped the reigning premiers maintain their high standards in 2023.
The Koori Knockout: more than just a weekend of footy
The annual NSW Aboriginal Rugby League Knockout is being held in Tuggerah over the long weekend. Former NRL legends Cliff Lyons and Dean Widders love it.
Titans NRLW star Pelite loves ‘junkyard’ fullback role
Gold Coast No.1 Evania Pelite's showdown with Newcastle fullback Tamika Upton could decide the NRLW grand final with Pelite set to showcase her raw power.
Penrith defy NRL’s levelling out to reach for history
The Panthers' shot at an NRL three-peat in the grand final has them on the verge of history, despite the tightening of rules to discourage such dominance.
Cobbo beaming as Broncos embrace family vibe again
The Broncos have regained their family-club feel on their way to the NRL grand final under coach Kevin Walters, to the delight of current and former players.
Cleary’s failures put him on path to NRL greatness
Nathan Cleary has credited his disappointments as a young NRL halfback for driving his rise to a fourth straight grand final with Penrith.
How a trip up the Coffs Coast made Dylan Edwards
Penrith sent Dylan Edwards home to Dorrigo as a teenager, and when he came back he took some of his most significant steps to becoming an elite NRL player.
Broncos whiz Walsh will handle GF emotions: Walters
It's been a headline-grabbing week for Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh but coach Kevin Walters says the fullback's football will do the talking in the grand final.
Panthers coach Cleary to resist emotional farewells
Two of Penrith's favourite sons have only 80 minutes left as Panthers but coach Ivan Cleary is hoping not to become emotional as he farewells the duo.
Gallen surprised at Fittler’s exit, won’t replace him
Widely regarded as one of NSW's finest players in modern times, Paul Gallen will not put his hand up to replace outgoing State of Origin coach Brad Fittler.
NRL’s two contrasting COVID babies set for grand final
Penrith and Brisbane entered the 2020 COVID shutdown as the NRL's young and talented, but their paths from then to the 2023 decider have differed significantly.
Panthers’ hooker Mitch Kenny comes of age in 2023
Mitch Kenny has gone from Penrith's deputy at dummy-half to their main man in 2023, and now he's in for a test facing up to Brisbane's fearsome middle forwards.
Broncos must replicate 2006 defence in GF: Peter Ryan
Peter Ryan, the Brisbane defensive coach in 2006 when the cub last won a grand final, says contact, connection and line speed will be crucial for the Broncos.
Johnson claims Players’ Champion after missing Dally M
Shaun Johnson and Teagan Berry have been voted the NRL and NRLW's best players by their peers, days after missing out at the Dally M Medal counts.
NSW Police looking into brawl at Koori Knockout event
NSW Police are looking into a brawl at the Koori Knockout competition between two rival teams, which allegedly involved NRL star Josh Addo-Carr.
Business as usual for rugby league finals despite heat
The NRL on Sunday said it did not expect to enact its heat policy for the men's and women's grand finals despite 36C temperatures.