Slater driving Origin standards like an angry dad: Hunt
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt has revealed how Billy Slater handled the Maroons' video analysis session after the heavy loss in Origin game two.
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‘Disrespectful’: Hornby says Bennett is not in charge
Wayne Bennett has rejected suggestions he has already taken over South Sydney, with interim Rabbitohs mentor Ben Hornby labelling the claims as disrespectful.
Why Queensland jeers won’t stop NSW’s back-fence Spence
Queensland have been warned against trying to put Spencer Leniu off his Origin game, with teammate Liam Martin saying it'll only make the NSW prop run harder.
Foran to go into 17th NRL season, Aloiai stays at Manly
Kieran Foran will join Ben Hunt as the only NRL players from the first decade of the 2000s still in the NRL next season, after re-signing with Gold Coast.
Off-contract Oates faces uncertain future at Broncos
Brisbane winger Corey Oates is yet to start talks with the NRL club for a new deal but explains why the Broncos will always hold a special place in his heart.
Ponga a risk but Suncorp is Maroons 14th man: Bennett
Wayne Bennett says the selection of "wonderful" Kalyn Ponga is a risk for the State of Origin decider but insists Suncorp Stadium is the ace up Maroons' sleeve.
Foran to play into 17th NRL season with new Titans deal
Kieran Foran will join Ben Hunt as the only NRL player from the first decade of the 2000s still in the NRL next season, after re-signing with Gold Coast.
Olakau’atu concedes Maguire was right to drop him
Haumole Olakau'atu has declared Mitchell Barnett a man made for State of Origin, conceding it was the right call for the Warriors lock to claim his NSW jersey.
Latrell ‘not too sore’, as Souths hold hope for return
South Sydney insist Jye Gray's move to fullback to replace Latrell Mitchell won't force changes in their game as they attempt a late surge into the NRL finals.
Gray to fill Latrell void as Souths delay surgery call
Jye Gray will step in to replace Latrell Mitchell, who hopes to play for South Sydney later this year after the club opted against sending him for an operation.
NRL to dazzle Las Vegas in nine-hour extravaganza
The NRL has confirmed its four teams for Las Vegas in 2025, with Penrith, Cronulla, Canberra and the Warriors all part of a nine-hour rugby league extravaganza.
‘Life flashed before my eyes’: Luai laughs off rescue
Five-eighth Jarome Luai has been rescued by a lifeguard after going out in a wave pool during a surfing session in NSW State of Origin camp.
Broncos selection shock as Smoothy named at lock
Brisbane, hit by injuries and State of Origin, have been forced to make innovative changes to their 17 for the NRL clash with St George Illawarra.
Trbojevic returns to No.1, rookie halfback at Manly
Tom Trbojevic's stint in the centres has lasted one week at Manly, with the superstar Sea Eagle returning to the No.1 jersey against Newcastle.
Hynes out for eight weeks in huge blow to Sharks
Cronulla star Nicho Hynes has been ruled out for about eight weeks after suffering bone and ligament damage to his ankle after a training injury.
Old housemate on high alert for rejuvenated Ponga
Connor Watson has endured a similar path to the State of Origin decider as Kalyn Ponga and he knows how dangerous his old housemate can be for Queensland.
Ponga’s vision of Walsh combo lifts Maroons for decider
Kalyn Ponga says he's imagined combining with Reece Walsh in attack for Queensland in a foregleam of what the dynamic duo could do in the Origin decider.
Rabbitohs delay call on surgery for Latrell Mitchell
Latrell Mitchell hopes to play for South Sydney later this year after the club opted against sending the fullback for a foot operation.
Captain’s sacrifice so new Eels coach can keep Talagi
Clint Gutherson will give up playing fullback if it means rookie sensation Blaize Talagi remains at Parramatta under new coach Jason Ryles.
Capewell ready to deliver in his third Origin decider
Queensland's Kurt Capewell says he has nothing to prove after beating David Fifita to a starting second-row position in what will be his third Origin decider.
Manly more prepared in halves as Humphreys debut looms
Luke Brooks insists Manly will be able to fire more shots in attack against Newcastle, after failing to score in their last game without Daly Cherry-Evans.
Plath to answer Dolphins SOS for hooker against Souths
The Dolphins face a rampant South Sydney without their State of Origin guns and with Max Plath set for a vital positional change.
Barnett Origin debut after missing birth for Blues
Mitchell Barnett's work ethic helped convince Michael Maguire to hand him a NSW State of Origin debut, after he missed the birth of his child for training.
‘I’ll repay club for brain snap’: Riki back for Broncos
Brisbane second-rower Jordan Riki is back from suspension and says he owes the club a big performance against St George Illawarra after his poor discipline.
‘Unacceptable’ Warriors were denied late penalty: NRL
The NRL says it is "unacceptable" the Warriors did not receive a penalty at a crucial juncture of their loss to Canterbury.
Eels insist club is united with Ryles appointed coach
Jason Ryles has been announced as Parramatta's next NRL head coach on a four-year deal, after players had pushed for Trent Barrett to be given the job.
Hynes sent for scans after injuring ankle
Cronulla's nightmare month-and-a-half in the NRL has continued with Nicho Hynes hurting his ankle at a club training session.
Knights pair assemble for Maroons’ Origin decider
Newcastle teammates Dane Gagai and Kalyn Ponga will be key to Queensland's fortunes after being recalled for the Brisbane State of Origin decider.
Maguire puts Tallis in glass house over Origin blasts
Michael Maguire has relit his feud with Queensland officials and former players, accusing Gorden Tallis of being one of those living in glass houses.
Bradman says he’ll be in best condition for Origin III
Bradman Best has taken a detour for precautionary scans on a tight hamstring on his way to NSW State of Origin camp but is confident he'll play in the decider.
Fifita’s standard still below last year: Slater
Queensland coach Billy Slater has explained why he overlooked David Fifita and dropped Jaydn Su'A for the State of Origin series decider.