Call of duty: Why veteran Hunt can’t say no to Maroons
Queensland hooker Ben Hunt, 34, is inspired to keep playing for the Maroons with key words about duty from former team manager Dick 'Tosser' Turner a driver.
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Long-term deal for Saab as Garner extends at Penrith
Jason Saab has signed a contract extension to remain at Manly long-term as Luke Garner inks a new deal with triple reigning premiers Penrith.
Blues shrug off Tallis barbs, insist Tedesco fits bill
Michael Maguire has insisted James Tedesco can adapt to NSW style of play for State of Origin I, while refusing to engage with comments from Gorden Tallis.
Cobbo ‘could play anywhere’: Slater coy on super-sub
Billy Slater says there won't have to be an injury for super-sub Selwyn Cobbo to take the field for Queensland in State of Origin.
‘It’s irrelevant’: Maguire rejects Hynes form fears
There's no need for concern over Nicho Hynes' Origin history and lead-in form as he prepares to don the No.7 for the first time, NSW coach Michael Maguire says.
Maroons guru of ‘Ubuntu’ leaves legacy driving Cotter
Queensland's mental strength coach of the past two Origin series, Hugh van Cuylenburg, has left a legacy about gratitude and unity that drives the 2024 squad.
NSW banking on special ally for Origin I
Sydney's big wet could play right into NSW's hands for State of Origin I, with an already slippery Accor Stadium set to host an old-school slugfest.
NSW seek full-house experience from Matildas
NSW have given themselves the chance to get a sneak peak of a sold-out Accor Stadium ahead of State of Origin I by attending the Matildas' match with China.
Dearden ready to guide Maroons as JT wisdom adds polish
Queensland five-eighth Tom Dearden has been absorbing pointers from assistant coach Johnathan Thurston and is confident of doing his job in the Origin series.
Manly sign Simpkin from Tigers, effective immediately
Wests Tigers hooker Jake Simpkin has signed with Manly effective immediately, adding to the Sea Eagles' depth at dummy-half.
Edwards stays in camp to help Blues prepare for Origin
Dylan Edwards has remained in the NSW State of Origin camp to help Michael Maguire finalise preparations for game one, despite being denied a dream debut.
Walsh set for best in Origin, emotions no issue: DCE
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans says the Maroons will bring out Reece Walsh's best in Origin and he has no concerns about his emotions bubbling over.
NSW enter Maguire mode as Queensland get need for speed
Michael Maguire's seven months of research with phone and blue jersey in hand has given NSW a State of Origin team built on work ethic and passion.
McLean feels for Edwards, backs him for Origin comeback
Jordan McLean found himself in the same tough situation as injured Dylan Edwards two years ago but is confident the fullback will gain another chance for NSW.
Mate’s belief spurs Higgins to cusp of Origin history
Olivia Higgins says if not for the belief of Knights teammate Yasmin Clydsdale, she might not be lining up in the second match of the State of Origin series.
Queenslanders on high alert for resurgent Tedesco
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans has admitted the Maroons are on high alert for a James Tedesco masterclass, believing the NSW No.1 has a point to prove.
Upsets galore in round 13 of the NRL season
Round 13 of the NRL season proved a tipster's nightmare as St George Illawarra and North Queensland, among others, ambushed their highly-fancied foes.
Drinkwater propels Cowboys to gutsiest win of year
Scott Drinkwater set up one try, scored another and kicked the winning penalty goal as North Queensland upset the Sydney Roosters at Allianz Stadium.
$14 million side of injured stars who could win Origin
So great is the impact of injuries ahead of State of Origin I, an 18-man team of stars unavailable for the series would not fit under the NRL's salary cap.
Flanagan’s spray powers Dragons to upset over Panthers
A State of Origin-affected Penrith have suffered a shock loss to St George Illawarra, who were kicked into gear at halftime by fiery coach Shane Flanagan.
Rapana’s golden point field goal sinks Dolphins
Canberra have beaten the Dolphins 26-25 in golden point with Jordan Rapana the hero in a controversial ending that left Wayne Bennett fuming.
Panthers played it safe subbing Moses Leota out of loss
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says the round-13 clash against St George Illawarra wasn't the time to risk putting a sore Moses Leota back on to the field.
Rapana’s pride and belief key to field goal heroics
Canberra veteran fullback Jordan Rapana landed his first career field goals to sink the Dolphins in golden point in what he called "another day at the office".
Carl Webb video clips fire Cotter to do Maroons proud
Queensland players wore an Indigenous jersey at training last week co-designed by late Maroons hero Carl Webb, and prop Reuben Cotter wants to do him proud.
Pressure nothing new for NSW debutant Suaalii
NSW debutant Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii comes under the spotlight once again on Wednesday, but pressure is nothing new for the Sydney Roosters young gun.
No point to prove as Tedesco returns to NSW side
James Tedesco has walked back into the NSW State of Origin camp ready to wear the No.1 jersey, adamant there were no hard feelings over his initial axing.
No social media for Knights after losing battle of wits
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien thinks his players need to stop reading the news and social media after they lost their heads against Canterbury pest Reed Mahoney.
Addo-Carr injury dampens Bulldogs’ big win over Knights
Canterbury have put on a defensive masterclass to overcome Newcastle 32-2 but are sweating on the fitness of Josh Addo-Carr after another hamstring complaint.
Young ready to defend at centre as NSW back utilities
NRL teams who lose outside backs have struggled to defend in 2024, but NSW are comfortable going into State of Origin I with a lack of obvious bench cover.
Trai Fuller pumped for wet-and-wild Dolphins recall
Fullback Trai Fuller will dive back into the Dolphins' starting line-up against Canberra as torrential rain threatens to turn Kayo Stadium into a water park.
Centre of attention as Hammer, Holmes reunite in Maroon
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has learned plenty from Valentine Holmes as a fullback playing in the centres for Queensland.