Johnson evolves from 2011 dazzler to Warriors destroyer
In 2011 rookie Warriors No.7 Shaun Johnson scored a try for the ages at Suncorp Stadium, a venue he returns to as a complete player, ready to stun the Broncos.
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Prelim pressure won’t bother young Broncos: Walters
Kevin Walters has backed his young Brisbane stars to go to another level in their do-or-die NRL preliminary final clash with the Warriors.
Manly keep Brad Parker amid salary cap squeeze
Centre Brad Parker has signed a new two-year NRL deal at Manly, after entering the off-season without a contract.
Panthers demolish Storm to book NRL grand final spot
Penrith have brushed Melbourne aside in a 38-4 trouncing to qualify for their fourth-straight NRL grand final.
Penrith will take some stopping to deny NRL three-peat
Penrith's grand final opponent will need a near-perfect performance to beat them, after the Panthers booked a spot in the NRL decider by beating Melbourne 38-4.
Where to for Storm after preliminary final belting?
Melbourne were handily beaten by Penrith in Friday night's preliminary final but as the NRL season ends, the questions begin.
How Luai convinced himself to play in preliminary final
Jarome Luai has detailed how an undying confidence in his own body's ability to recover helped him return for Penrith's preliminary-final win over Melbourne.
Storm coach Bellamy envious of Panthers’ precision
Craig Bellamy says that Penrith have surpassed his Melbourne side as the pin-ups of consistent NRL success.
Broncos unveil plan to thwart Warriors star Johnson
The Broncos will be on a mission to cut down Warriors playmaker Shaun Johnson's time and space in the preliminary final at Suncorp Stadium..
Loss in NRLW semi still hurts: Roosters captain Kelly
The Sydney Roosters are out to right the wrongs of last year's shock NRLW semi-final loss, which still haunts captain Isabelle Kelly.
History awaits Garner on rare rise from last to first
Penrith's Luke Garner has put himself on the verge of becoming the third player of the NRL era to go straight from the wooden spoon to winning a grand final.
Rampant Broncos whip Warriors to reach NRL grand final
The Broncos will face Penrith in the NRL grand final after fullback Reece Walsh orchestrated a 42-12 preliminary final win over the Warriors.
Broncos’ offloads cruel Warriors when it matters most
The Warriors were once known as the offload kings of the NRL, but their inability to stop Brisbane throwing them has ended the NZ side's run at a grand final.
Johnson speech reminds Warriors they can win 2024 title
Warriors captain Tohu Harris and coach Andrew Webster say they can win a maiden title next year, a belief echoed by Shaun Johnson after the prelim final loss.
Broncos discover blueprint for beating Panthers in GF
Brisbane's 23 offloads in the prelim final win over the Warriors showed how dangerous they can be in the grand final against Penrith if they can replicate it.
Warriors won’t blame Walsh forward pass for loss
Andrew Webster has shot down any suggestion his Warriors can blame a missed Reece Walsh forward pass for their 42-12 NRL preliminary final loss to Brisbane.
Panthers stars dominate NRL’s Dally M shortlist
Penrith's dominance across the NRL is reflected in the Dally M shortlist with nine players and coach Ivan Cleary in the running for prizes.
Departing Leniu vows to stay true to Penrith roots
Prop Spencer Leniu has already been heckled by teammates about trading his Penrith roots for Bondi's beaches on his move to the Sydney Roosters.
Rampant Walsh rates alongside Bronco legend: Walters
Brisbane legends have likened Reece Walsh to a young Darren Lockyer with coach Kevin Walters highlighting his No.1's influence ahead of the NRL grand final.
Gold Coast to face Newcastle in NRLW grand final
Gold Coast have beaten the Sydney Roosters 12-0 to reach the NRLW grand final against Newcastle, after the Knights also defeated Brisbane in their semi-final.
Roosters want double chance for top teams in NRLW
The NRLW finals system is back in the spotlight with the Sydney Roosters knocked out after finishing in the top two for the second time in as many years.
Knights largely left out in NRLW Dally M team shortlist
Newcastle have dominated the NRLW and are on track to defend their title but have been largely overlooked in the shortlist for Dally M team of the year.
Knights prop Johnston able to pay to play in NRLW GF
Newcastle prop Caitlan Johnston will be able to pay a $400 fine and escape a one-match ban for a crusher tackle in order to play in the NRLW grand final.
Penrith, Brisbane shape as NRL’s new heavyweight bout
The run of most NRL grand finals involving Melbourne or the Sydney Roosters appears over, with Penrith and Brisbane shaping as heavyweights of the next era.
Penrith’s finals defence best since 1980s Dogs of War
Penrith have let in just 11 tries in their past eight finals matches, making their big game defence the best of any team since Canterbury in the 1980s.
Broncos’ Walsh reveals heartfelt text to ‘enemy’ Luai
Brisbane's Reece Walsh and Penrith Jarome Luai have clashed on the field but ahead of the NRL grand final the young Bronco revealed an off-field bond.
Reynolds’ Broncos ‘love story’ saves him from haunting
Adam Reynolds never thought he'd love a club like he did South Sydney but he's fallen head over heels for Brisbane and has the chance to erase a bad 2020 memory
NRL ready to manage heat on grand final day
Sydney's forecast heat could create challenges on grand final day, but the NRL is confident it can make any adjustments necessary.
Bunker couldn’t call back all forward passes: NRL
The ARL Commission will review whether the bunker should rule on forward passes, but camera angles would still mean only some are called back before tries.
Widders steps down as Eels NRLW coach
Parramatta's inaugural NRLW coach Dean Widders has stepped down from the role after three seasons, leaving the club to find a new mentor in 2024.
Panther fans on the prowl ahead of NRL ‘three-peat’ bid
Penrith welcomed about 6000 punters to their open training session on Tuesday as the days ticked down to their fourth consecutive NRL grand final appearance.