Roosters make statement in 10-minute attack of Warriors
The Sydney Roosters scored four tries in 10 minutes early to set up a 38-18 win over the Warriors, again reminding rivals they are genuine title contenders.
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Perth NRL bid open to Bears liaison, rather go alone
The consortium hoping to get a Perth franchise into an expanded NRL wants a stand-alone side but have left the door open for a North Sydney or Newtown link.
Storm skipper Grant fined after shock sin-bin
Storm skipper Harry Grant has been fined $1000 after his controversial sin-bin for making contact with Cronulla kicker Daniel Atkinson during Melbourne's loss.
Setbacks drove Teitzel to Maroons pinnacle in Origin
Queensland and Brisbane second-rower Romy Teitzel realised her Maroons dream after a tough season at Newcastle, saying she emerged a better person and player.
Staggs ready for Origin shot as Cleary adds to NSW woes
A "matured" Kotoni Staggs says he is ready to step up and be NSW's answer in the centres, after a horror weekend for Blues coach Michael Maguire.
Skipper Hunt: Dragons must stop switching off in games
St George Illawarra have had a "patchy" start to 2024 but have nevertheless won as many games through 10 rounds this year as they did in the entire 2023 season.
Sharks stars deserve Origin selection says coach
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says his players wouldn't let NSW down if they got an Origin call-up, naming his skipper Cam McInnes as deserving of selection.
Sharks cement top spot with rare NRL win in Melbourne
Cronulla have cracked a rare win over the Storm, roaring home to secure a 25-18 victory over Melbourne in their top-of-the-table clash.
Dragons spoil Latrell Mitchell’s South Sydney return
St George Illawarra have put a dampener on Latrell Mitchell's return from suspension by handing South Sydney a 28-14 loss at rainy Jubilee Oval.
Bradman brings his Best in Knights’ injury-soured win
The Newcastle Knights have held on to defeat a patchy Wests Tigers 20-14 in their final game in Tamworth, with both sides left ruing a heavy injury toll.
Rogers to exit for Madden despite slick Broncos display
Rookie half Josh Rogers had a strong game in the win over Parramatta but coach Kevin Walters says Jock Madden will slot in next week against Manly if fit.
Titans have cash to splash, Fifita backed to fire
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler expects David Fifita's decision to leave the club next year to have no impact on his form as the Titans prepare to go to market.
‘Ticks every box’: Why Perth deserves an NRL team
Peter Cumins, chairman of a Perth consortium for a new NRL side, has explained why the time is ripe for a new franchise in Western Australia.
Fifita deal casts doubt over keeping Crichton: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have pulled off a huge coup in signing David Fifita, but Trent Robinson says the deal has left Angus Crichton's future at the club in doubt.
Cleary’s injury leaves Luai in for game-managing test
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary's latest hamstring injury leaves Jarome Luai in for a test across the coming weeks.
Hynes injury adds to NSW’s horror weekend
NSW coach Michael Maguire is facing the prospect of starting the State of Origin series without Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic and possibly Nicho Hynes.
Blaize of glory: teen Talagi shows his NRL promise
Parramatta teenager Blaize Talagi has shown why there could be interest for him on the open market, after several good moments for Parramatta at fullback.
Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater’s magic dust
Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development.
Eels slump to another loss as Mam stars for Broncos
Parramatta have again felt the absence of Mitch Moses, beaten 30-14 by Brisbane as they slumped to a fifth loss in six games without their star halfback.
‘Shattered’ Cleary hurt against Bulldogs, in NSW doubt
Nathan Cleary has aggravated his right hamstring injury in Penrith's win over Canterbury, throwing his State of Origin hopes into doubt.
Trbojevic to miss seven weeks with hamstring injury
Manly expect their gun No.1 Tom Trbojevic to miss seven weeks with a hamstring injury, in a powerful blow for the Sea Eagles and NSW.
Penrith’s Cleary limps out of Bulldogs clash
NRL superstar Nathan Cleary has aggravated his right hamstring injury during Penrith's clash with Canterbury, leaving the field before halftime.
Maroons rehab queen Robinson back from shoulder injury
Queensland winger Julia Robinson has done it again by embracing rehab and recovering from a dislocated shoulder in six weeks to be ready for State of Origin.
Dolphins weed out shirt sponsor over ad rule bungle
A medicinal marijuana clinic's logo has been wiped from the Dolphins' NRL jerseys after its sponsorship was found to have breached advertising laws.
Judiciary gaffe ‘weird’, but no issue for Jarome Luai
Spencer Leniu is set to make his return from a ban for a racial slur, but the man wrongly caught up in the judiciary case says he was not offended by the error.
Storm’s Sua ready for Sharks aerial assault: Bellamy
Melbourne are expecting crafty Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes to use his kicking game to put pressure on Sua Fa'alogo in his first NRL start at fullback.
I’ve seen a change in Latrell during suspension: Hornby
Latrell Mitchell has impressed Ben Hornby during his ban but the coach is warning South Sydney not to think of the star's return as a get-out-of-jail card.
Recovering Reynolds takes on key new role for Broncos
Injured Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds will fill a vital role behind the scenes, and club legend Trevor Gillmeister says he will one day make an ideal coach.
Dolphins’ Farnworth feared three months out and surgery
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth starred in a 30-24 win over Manly after returning from a shoulder injury he initially feared would keep him out long-term.
Dynasty-chasing NSW bent on smash-and-grab win
The NSW women are looking to flip the men's hoodoo at Suncorp Stadium and kick off the three-game Origin series with a win over Queensland.
Veteran Gagai shuns Roosters to re-sign with Knights
Queensland Maroons centre Dane Gagai will stay at Newcastle beyond the age of 35 after penning a two-year extension with the Knights.