Mulitalo in tears after Graham’s retirement call
Wade Graham's decision to retire left his teammate Ronaldo Mulitalo in tears, such is the respect the co-captain commands at Cronulla.
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NRL footy boss backs controversial Cody Walker try
Graham Annesley has strongly defended some refereeing decisions from the weekend, including an onside call allowing South Sydney's Cody Walker to score a try.
Walker’s Roosters teammates content to wait on return
Sam Walker made his return to the field in the NSW Cup on Sunday but his Sydney Roosters teammates know that's no guarantee he'll play first-grade this weekend.
Knights’ Hastings injury only minor, may play this week
Jackson Hastings could play this weekend after scans revealed he suffered only minor ankle damage against Canterbury.
Jarrod Croker explains decision to make NRL retirement
Canberra's Jarrod Croker says it's time to end his NRL career, admitting his body isn't able to continue with the pressures of training for another year.
Rabbitohs back in NRL top eight after Dragons win
South Sydney have been given a minor scare before returning to the NRL top eight with a 26-14 win over St George Illawarra in Cairns.
Warriors beat Wests Tigers to boost NRL top-four hopes
The Warriors have all but secured an NRL top-four finals berth with a surprisingly tough win over Wests Tigers.
Roosters’ finals hopes alive with NRL win over Dolphins
A strong second half has kept the Sydney Roosters in the hunt for an NRL finals berth, Trent Robinson's side claiming a 30-14 win over the Dolphins.
How Waerea-Hargreaves sparked Napa’s fairytale comeback
If not for some good advice from former teammate Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Dylan Napa may not have landed back at his beloved Sydney Roosters.
NRLW Broncos lose forwards Clark, Fogavini for a week
Brisbane's NRLW depth is set for a test with news Brianna Clark and Jasmine Fogavini will both miss a game due to suspension.
Knights end Titans’ unbeaten start to NRLW season
Reigning NRLW champions Newcastle have snapped Gold Coast's unbeaten start to 2023, while the Sydney Roosters continue to find their mojo, smashing Cronulla.
Storm thrash Raiders in massive NRL top-four blow
Melbourne have cruised to a 48-2 win against Canberra at AAMI Park with the Storm back inside the NRL's top four.
Storm thrash Raiders in huge NRL top-four statement
Melbourne have cruised to a 48-2 win against Canberra at AAMI Park to charge back into the NRL's top four.
Canberra champion Croker announces NRL retirement
Canberra champion Jarrod Croker won't play on beyond this season, having failed to trigger a one-year extension on his contract.
Hastings injures ankle as NRL’s Knights belt Bulldogs
Newcastle have continued their fairytale push to the NRL finals but look set to lose their organising halfback Jackson Hastings to an ankle injury.
Run home for NRL finals contenders
The run home for teams still in contention for the NRL finals.
Big Knights loss blindsides Bulldogs coach Ciraldo
Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury prepared for a clash with Newcastle at an "elite level" and he was surprised they were on the wrong side of a 42-6 scoreline.
Eels’ star recruit Albert hurt in NRLW loss to Broncos
Parramatta remain rooted to the bottom of the NRLW ladder after losing to Brisbane and to make matters worse, star recruit Elsie Albert has re-injured her calf.
Bulldogs different team since Knights belting: Ciraldo
Newcastle put Canterbury to the sword the last time the sides met but Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo insists his team won't capitulate again.
Broncos No.1 Walsh stays humble and ruthless: Walters
After putting Parramatta to the sword in a brilliant display Broncos fullback Reece Walsh impressed coach Kevin Walters with his drive to keep getting better.
Raiders must fix errors or be ‘eaten alive’: Stuart
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart admits the Raiders have to improve markedly from their narrow win over Wests Tigers to trouble Melbourne in a vital NRL clash.
Dolphins cult hero Valynce Te Whare faces make or break
Dolphins blockbusting centre Valynce Te Whare has captured the public's imagination but his challenge this next month is capturing the approval of his coach.
Mitch Moses blow but Eels can still play finals: Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur and captain Clint Gutherson say the Eels are not dead and buried for 2023 despite the likely absence of injured half Mitch Moses.
Trindall shows tricks of the trade for Sharks
Cronulla have been buoyed by the displays of Braydon Trindall, who has overtaken Matt Moylan as the club's first-choice five-eighth.
Reynolds, Hughes return as NRL finals jostling heats up
Adam Reynolds returns for Brisbane, while Melbourne welcome back Jahrome Hughes and the Roosters' Dylan Napa will play his first NRL match since 2021.
Cherrington gets four-game NRLW ban for spear tackle
Parramatta's tough start to the NRLW season has become even tougher with news Kennedy Cherrington has been suspended for a spear tackle.
Sharks NRL great Wade Graham to retire at season’s end
Former Australian Test and NSW State of Origin star Wade Graham says this season will be his last in the NRL.
Hurting Hynes vows to hit back, learn from Origin snub
Cronulla star and 2022 Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes admits he's on a mission to prove he can be a big-game player after his spectacular State of Origin axing.
Broncos chasing ‘benchmark’ Panthers and closing gap
Brisbane will likely have to beat Penrith in the finals to win the 2023 crown, but former Panthers title winner Kurt Capewell says it's not an impossible dream.
Seibold challenges Schuster to rise to the occasion
Manly coach Anthony Seibold is demanding more 80-minute performances from his NRL charges against Penrith, especially enigmatic playmaker Josh Schuster.
Titans No.9 Verrills set for bone graft on collarbone
Titans coach Jim Lenihan says hooker Sam Verrills has battled a nagging infection in his collarbone, but surgery will have him right to start 2024 with a bang.