Lomax scores 32 points as Dragons scorch Tigers
St George Illawarra have thrashed Wests Tigers 56-14 to return to the NRL's top eight, with Zac Lomax scoring 32 points on his own.
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Injured Souths star doubtful to play before Origin II
Injured South Sydney captain Cameron Murray may not have the chance to re-assert his State of Origin credentials before teams are picked for game two.
Shannon Mato escapes with fine for hair pull in Origin
Shannon Mato has learnt her fate after going on report for pulling Yasmin Clydsdale's hair in the second women's State of Origin match.
Cowboys rest Origin representatives Robson, Taulagi
North Queensland have ruled out at least two of their State of Origin representatives for their round-14 clash with the Warriors.
NRL must do more to protect Reece Walsh: Walters
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's four-week ban isn't long enough to ensure players will stop putting shots on Reece Walsh.
Suaalii’s immediate NSW career all but over after plea
Blues centre Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has accepted a four-match ban for the shot that knocked out Queensland's Reece Walsh in the State of Origin series opener.
Tevita Pangai Jr to make NRL comeback with Dolphins
After quitting the sport last year, Tevita Pangai Jr will make his NRL comeback with the Dolphins for the rest of 2024, reuniting with mentor Wayne Bennett.
The Townsville Redemption: Sky Blues eye Origin III
NSW will head to Townsville for the women's State of Origin decider with memories of last year's second interstate game still fresh in their memories.
Queensland level women’s series in Origin II thriller
Queensland have levelled the inaugural three-match women's State of Origin series after Lauren Brown kicked a field goal that sealed their 11-10 defeat of NSW.
Fullback Sloan signs new two-year deal with Dragons
Tyrell Sloan has signed a new two-year deal at St George Illawarra in a major boost for the rebuilding NRL club.
Benji hopes holiday a turning point for tired Tigers
The refreshed Wests Tigers hope to turn their flailing NRL season around when they take on St George Illawarra after a much-needed bye week.
Dearden cements Origin credentials in DCE masterclass
Tom Dearden is one of the NRL's most exciting young playmakers, but his maturity in the Maroons' demolition of NSW shows why he will be a future Origin leader.
Josh Hannay could be new Eels coach: J’maine Hopgood
Parramatta forward J'maine Hopgood says Maroons and Cronulla assistant Josh Hannay would be a strong hire as the Eels look to fill their head-coaching role.
Thurston accuses Blues of ‘putting target’ on Walsh
Queensland legends Johnathan Thurston and Nate Myles have savaged NSW after Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was sent off for a high shot that concussed Reece Walsh.
‘Am I in trouble?’: Hammer strikes after Slater chat
Queensland hat-trick hero Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow thought he was in for a dressing-down when coach Billy Slater came on the field to talk to him during Origin I.
DCE, Slater warn Blues that Origin best is yet to come
Queensland coach Billy Slater and team veterans are looking for vast improvements for the rest of the State of Origin series despite thrashing NSW 38-10.
Edwards injury, Hynes form a selection headache for NSW
Nicho Hynes' tough night for NSW will mean Blues coach Michael Maguire is considering the make-up of his side with the series on the line.
History on Maroons’ side as Blues seek MCG miracle
NSW have a mountain to climb to rescue the State of Origin series, but prop Payne Haas says it's a feat the Blues can accomplish.
‘Let down my state’: Suaalii remorseful after Walsh hit
Blues coach Michael Maguire has ridiculed claims his side targeted Maroons No.1 Reece Walsh, as NSW's Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii apologised for his reckless tackle.
Tedesco’s NSW recall leaves Maguire with more questions
Michael Maguire has been left with more questions to answer after a hot-and-cold showing from James Tedesco marked the NSW coach's Origin bow.
Cobbo selection masterstroke key to Maroons victory
Maroons coach Billy Slater was criticised for picking Selwyn Cobbo on the bench but he was crucial in the 38-10 win over NSW after Reece Walsh left the field.
Queensland win Origin I after NSW’s Suaalii sent off
Queensland have thrown the first punch in the State of Origin series by securing a 38-10 win over NSW, whose debutant centre Joseph Suaalii was sent off early.
Suaalii cops four-game ban for Origin hit on Walsh
NSW centre Joseph Suaalii is facing a monster ban after knocking Queensland's Reece Walsh out of the State of Origin series opener.
Lomax says Origin selection about style, not position
Zac Lomax will debut in State of Origin as a winger, but says his rise to a NSW representative is not solely due to his position switch at St George Illawarra.
Kimmorley a secret weapon for NSW ahead of Origin II
A 10-time NSW representative and an NRLW coach, Brett Kimmorley has provided some valuable insights for the Sky Blues ahead of State of Origin II.
‘Stef, don’t leave’: Tigers plead with Utoikamanu
Stefano Utoikamanu's omission from Origin I has potentially moved the Wests Tigers prop a step closer to negotiating with rival clubs.
NSW coach Maguire braces for shot at redemption
Michael Maguire has a chance to restore his reputation as he coaches NSW for the first time in State of Origin I.
No complacency as Slater tries to emulate Meninga
Billy Slater is eyeing off the chance to win his first three series as Queensland State of Origin coach, a feat only achieved by Mal Meninga and Arthur Beetson.
Sharks to rest star halfback Nicho Hynes after Origin I
Nicho Hynes will be given round 14 to rest up after making his second State of Origin appearance for NSW.
May to take defence lawyer to Penrith board meeting
Stood-down Penrith centre Taylan May has engaged a defence lawyer as the NRL club moves to tear up his lucrative new contract.
Api Koroisau’s classy response to State of Origin snub
Michael Maguire's decision to select Reece Robson at hooker for the State of Origin series opener has not fazed four-time NSW representative Api Koroisau.