Trbojevic admits shock at becoming NSW Origin captain
NSW coach Michael Maguire acknowledges his new skipper Jake Trbojevic was probably wondering if he would even be picked for Origin 1.
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Tedesco among first to congratulate Edwards on debut
One of James Tedesco's first acts on learning he'd been axed as NSW captain and fullback was to congratulate the Blues' new No.1 Dylan Edwards.
Mahoney eager to let Hetherington feud subside
Injury to Viliame Kikau means the Bulldogs at set to be without three stars when they meet Newcastle in the NRL on Friday.
Halfback Hynes confident on calf for NSW Origin return
NSW coach Michael Maguire has rejected any concerns over Nicho Hynes' fitness, adamant the halfback will not miss any training ahead of State of Origin I.
Maroons shakeup as Hopgood gets debut, Su’A recalled
Queensland will debut Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood in State of Origin and have axed David Fifita, while recalling powerhouse back-rower Jaydn Su'A.
Mitchell can cop fine and be available for NSW Origin
Latrell Mitchell has been charged over a hip-drop tackle, but is able to accept a $3000 fine and be available to be selected for NSW in State of Origin.
Dearden set for Origin recall in new-look Maroons team
Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to select his team for the State of Origin series opener with injuries opening the door for some.
Eels players feel responsible for ‘unfair’ Arthur axing
Parramatta star Dylan Brown has spoken of his shock at Brad Arthur's axing, believing it was unfair for the Eels coach to be sacked 11 rounds into the season.
Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win
Missing 10 regular first-graders, the Warriors - led by the rampaging Dallin Watene-Zelezniak - have stood tall to down the Dolphins 24-20 in Auckland.
Tedesco axed as fullback as only six Blues survive
Dylan Edwards has won the race for the NSW No.1 jersey, with Australia's Test captain James Tedesco a shock axing for the State of Origin series opener.
From NSW villain to most important Blue: Jarome Luai
Sent off for a head butt and dropped in last year's State of Origin series, Jarome Luai is now the most experienced member of the Blues' new-look spine.
Fifita misses Origin spot after starring in Titans win
Queensland have made the shock call to leave David Fifita out of their team for State of Origin I, despite him starring in Gold Coast's win over Brisbane.
Tedesco axed as fullback in shock NSW Origin shake up
Dylan Edwards has won the race for the NSW No.1 jersey, with James Tedesco to be a shock axing for the Blues in game one of State of Origin.
Luai ready to wear No.7 for NSW amid halves crisis
Jarome Luai has put his hand up to fill the halfback hot spot for NSW in State of Origin, as Blues officials wait on the severity of Nicho Hynes' calf injury.
Fifita fires Titans to stunning win over Broncos
Gold Coast and Queensland forward David Fifita starred in a 36-34 win over Brisbane, while Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh shone and Pat Carrigan was put on report.
‘100 per cent’: Mitchell up for Origin if he avoids ban
A potential ban over a hip-drop tackle in Souths' win over Parramatta is hovering over Latrell Mitchell, who insists he is available for NSW in State of Origin.
Luai in stunning NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks
A superstar showing from Jarome Luai, on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla.
Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes’ Origin hopes
Nicho Hynes' State of Origin hopes are in fresh doubt after he left Cronulla's clash with Penrith with calf tightness on the eve of NSW's team announcement.
Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders
James Tedesco has cemented his status as a NSW Blues stalwart, leading the Sydney Roosters to a crushing 44-16 win over lacklustre Canberra.
Souths still see Walker as Origin option for NSW
Cody Walker missed South Sydney's win over Parramatta with a calf injury, but the Rabbitohs still believe he should hold onto his NSW No.6 jersey.
Olakau’atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut
Haumole Olakau'atu admits questions over State of Origin selection would have rattled him two years ago, but says he is now mentally ready to debut for NSW.
Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga
Gold Coast star David Fifita has addressed his contract saga for the first time since backflipping on plans to join the Sydney Roosters.
Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett
Wayne Bennett was impressed by the Warriors' decision to drop Addin Fonua-Blake for breaching club standards at Magic Round.
NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has backed calls for changes to NRL interchange rules to deal with injuries, with teams struggling to recover from losing backs.
Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer
It's almost a year since Brisbane's Reece Walsh was suspended for contrary conduct against Gold Coast, but he will be a changed man when he meets them again.
Mitchell sin-binned as Souths snap losing run
South Sydney have beaten Parramatta for their first win in almost two months, but Latrell Mitchell's NSW Origin hopes are in doubt after a hip-drop tackle.
Luai’s spectacular NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks
A superstar showing from Jarome Luai on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla.
Free-scoring Roosters press Origin case in Raiders rout
James Tedesco has reaffirmed the Sydney Roosters' NRL title credentials, leading his side to a crushing 44-16 win over a lacklustre Canberra Raiders outfit.
Valentine Holmes avoids Origin ban for hip-drop tackle
Valentine Holmes is set to play in Queensland's State of Origin series opener after avoiding a ban for a hip-drop tackle against Wests Tigers.
Bellamy wants NRL rethink on five-day match turnarounds
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants the NRL to put an end to five-day turnarounds with heavy travel, unhappy with his side's schedule through May.
Manly avoid another collapse, see off late Storm surge
Manly have held on to beat Melbourne 26-20, despite looking at risk of giving up a double-figure lead for the fifth time this NRL season late in the match.