Warrior for life: Webster’s Wayde Egan wish
The Warriors would be keen on keeping in-form hooker Wayde Egan in Auckland for the rest of his NRL career, coach Andrew Webster says.
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Nick Meaney’s Storm future settled
Versatile back Nick Meaney has signed a new contract that will keep him in Melbourne until at least the end of the 2026 season.
Panthers breath easy as Luai cleared of knee injury
Penrith five-eighth Jarome Luai has been cleared of a serious knee injury, going as far as to return to the gym on his day off.
RCG dodges ban in boost for under-pressure Eels
Parramatta had been facing the possibility of losing another experienced hand, but prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard has dodged suspension for two high tackles.
‘Sometimes I’ll be crap’: Munster a work in progress
It might be a case of rocks and diamonds for Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster as he continues to rebound from his groin injury.
Broncos still own Suncorp: Staggs’ message to Dolphins
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs has reiterated his explosive "this is our home'' statement about Suncorp Stadium from last year ahead of the Dolphins showdown.
Refs have improved in officiating hip drop tackles: NRL
Two players were sin-binned for hip-drop style tackles in round five only to avoid bans, but the NRL says its referees are getting better at policing the issue.
NRL won’t celebrate Michael Jennings’ 300th game
Michael Jennings' past indiscretions have led the NRL to step back from marking his 300-game milestone with the traditional celebrations.
Three-game ban for Mitchell as heat ramps up on Souths
South Sydney will be without the suspended Latrell Mitchell for the next three NRL games, placing even more scrutiny on under-pressure coach Jason Demetriou.
Rich AFL wisdom gives Dolphins half Katoa a kick-along
In-form Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa is seeking the perfect kicking game against Brisbane, and a former Brisbane Lions maestro is helping him with that goal.
Cowboys centre Laybutt out for season with ACL tear
Scans have confirmed North Queensland centre Zac Laybutt has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament and will not play again in the 2024 NRL season.
Walsh gives Broncos a boost, but training scare for Mam
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh is on track for a speedy return, but Ezra Mam raised fears ahead of the Broncos-Dolphins' clash after limping out of training.
Balmain, Kangaroos Test great Keith Barnes dies aged 89
Former Australian Test captain and Balmain Tigers legend Keith Barnes has died at the age of 89.
Three-game ban for Latrell as heat ramps up on Souths
South Sydney will be without the suspended Latrell Mitchell for the next three NRL games, placing yet more scrutiny on under-pressure coach Jason Demetriou.
Canberra duo Savage and Kris seeking ‘Leipana’ status
Canberra winger Xavier Savage is inspired to link up with left-edge partner Sebastian Kris to emulate the Raiders' old duo of Joey Leilua and Jordan Rapana .
Canberra’s kids slice up Parramatta for comfortable win
Canberra have delivered the perfect response to back-to-back NRL losses, thrashing Parramatta 41-8 at GIO Stadium to move to 3-2 for the season.
Payten confused over Townsend’s hip-drop sin-binning
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has questioned why Chad Townsend was sin-binned for a hip drop against Gold Coast, joining a long list of confused coaches.
Cowboys beat Titans to add to Hasler’s nightmare start
North Queensland have beaten Gold Coast 35-22 in Townsville, leaving the Titans as the only winless team in the NRL after five rounds.
Roosters players maintain Jennings should be celebrated
Sydney Roosters star Angus Crichton has rejected claims Michael Jennings' 300th game shouldn't be celebrated, after the player's return from a drug suspension.
Latrell Mitchell charged, facing minimum 3-game ban
South Sydney's woes continue to mount, with fullback Latrell Mitchell now facing a NRL ban of up to four weeks.
Injured Flegler targets grudge match against Broncos
Dolphins prop Thomas Flegler is nursing an injured shoulder but vowed to do everything possible to be fit for next week's clash with his former club Brisbane.
Unsung Warrior Egan deserves Origin shot: Webster
Warriors coach Andrew Webster says it's time Wayde Egan's talent earned him a spot in the conversation for NSW State of Origin side.
Dolphins suffer injury crisis in win over Wests Tigers
The Dolphins lost Herbie Farnworth, Thomas Flegler and Felise Kaufusi to injury in a 26-16 win over Wests Tigers, orchestrated by half Isaiya Katoa.
Penrith confident on Luai’s knee after loss to Manly
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says he was taking a conservative route when resting Jarome Luai from the final 12 minutes of their loss to Manly, amid knee pain.
Cherry-Evans stuns Penrith to celebrate record night
Daly Cherry-Evans has led Manly to a shock 32-18 win over three-time defending premiers Penrith to celebrate becoming the club's most-capped player.
Latrell’s ‘stupid’ acts cost Souths in Warriors loss
Latrell Mitchell's stupidity looks set to cost South Sydney once more after the Rabbitohs fell to a 34-4 thumping against the Warriors.
Jennings to get normal 300-game celebration from NRL
Michael Jennings will be afforded the same 300-game celebrations from the NRL as all other players who reach the milestone, after returning from his drug ban.
Ilias sustains leg injury in Souths’ reserve-grade side
Lachlan Ilias has sustained a suspected broken tibia that forced him out of South Sydney's NSW Cup clash with the Warriors.
Cowboys target fast start in Granville’s milestone game
North Queensland legend Jake Granville will play his 200th NRL game for the club against Gold Coast as his coach prepares the team to fix their sluggish starts.
Stuart sticking with status quo for Raiders’ Eels clash
Canberra will field an almost-unchanged lineup when they face Parramatta on Sunday, despite a poor showing against Cronulla last time out.
Roosters’ Young facing ban, binned Radley not charged
Victor Radley has been cleared by the NRL match review over a tackle that saw him sin-binned, while Sydney Roosters teammate Dom Young faces a two-game ban.