Manu eyes more time in Roosters No.6 jersey
Joey Manu is confident he will become a better player given more time at five-eighth, with the Sydney Roosters star hoping for an extended run in the halves.
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Townsville to welcome women’s State of Origin
Townsville will host one of two women's State of Origin matches in 2023, with Cowboys NRLW coach Bill Jeffries confident the city will put on a memorable show.
Injured RCG more concerned with Eels than NSW: Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur believes the injured Reagan Campbell-Gillard will easily shrug off the disappointment of missing out on a State of Origin recall.
Bulldogs shuffle halves in search of elusive win
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has switched things up in the halves as his side seek a much-needed NRL win, while a Manly star has been named despite injury.
Cool Flegler no longer Broncos’ angry and suspended man
Brisbane prop Tom Flegler has been on his best behaviour to avoid suspension this year but he won't be holding back against South Sydney on Friday night.
Restricting Hynes key as Cowboys return to Shark Park
If winning consecutive games for the first time this year is the question, shutting down Nicho Hynes is the answer for North Queensland.
Grand-final change could stop concussion pain: Leniu
Spencer Leniu, who would have missed Penrith's 2022 grand final under new concussion rules, says an NRL rest week would help tackle the issue.
Sharks’ Hamlin-Uele out to honour memory of Paul Green
Cronulla's round-nine clash with North Queensland will be personal for Sharks prop Braden Hamlin-Uele as he looks to honour the memory of the late Paul Green.
NRL star Jack Wighton signs with South Sydney
The South Sydney Rabbitohs have won the race to secure NRL star Jack Wighton for 2024 and beyond.
Storm hoping Bellamy coaching call not far away
Melbourne chairman Matt Tripp says he looking to meet with coach Craig Bellamy at the end of the week to get more clarity on his future plans at the Storm.
Sloan goes from wantaway to nearly saving Dragons
St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin says Tyrell Sloan has matured and become a better defender after he breathed life back into the Dragons.
NAS signs new deal as Storm roar home against Warriors
Melbourne have produced a big second half to beat the Warriors, winning their Anzac Day clash 30-22 with Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Nick Meaney starring.
Asofa-Solomona tempted by rugby but felt Storm was home
Giant Kiwi prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona says he seriously considered leaving the NRL for the Wallabies but in the end loved the Storm too much to switch codes.
NRL contact stadium bosses after latest pitch invasion
James Tedesco has urged Allianz Stadium security to be better after a fan was able to run onto the field and hug a St George Illawarra player on Anzac Day.
Warriors’ Walker to fight head-slam charge at judiciary
Dylan Walker has been offered a two-match ban for a head slam against Melbourne but will fight the charge at the NRL judiciary.
Dolphins’ Kaufusi won’t temper NRL tactics after ban
Dolphins enforcer Felise Kaufusi's spell on the NRL sidelines hasn't deterred him from playing with the aggression that put him there.
Crichton confident body will be up to Origin if picked
State of Origin is not a focus for Angus Crichton on his return to rugby league but the Sydney Rooster is confident his body could handle it if called upon.
Moylan sacrifice helps Hynes add bite to Sharks’ attack
Craig Fitzgibbon has commended the selflessness of five-eighth Matt Moylan for helping Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes hit top gear.
Storm ready for tough Anzac Day clash with Warriors
In 2022 Melbourne piled on seven tries in 21 minutes en route to a 60-point win but Storm coach Craig Bellamy predicts a tougher Warriors Anzac Day NRL contest.
Manu tasked with sparking Roosters’ NRL form
Joey Manu has moved from centre to five-eighth with the aim of getting the Sydney Roosters' 2023 campaign back on track.
Wallace credits secret hand signals for Dolphins win
Dolphins prop Jarrod Wallace, who admits to being a frustrated No.6, instigated a history-making victory over Gold Coast by listening to his legendary father.
Relief for Manly as Trbojevic cleared of serious injury
Tom Trbojevic could be fit for Manly's clash with Gold Coast despite leaving the field with an adductor injury in the Sea Eagles' win over Wests Tigers.
Olakau’atu would be hard for Queensland to handle: DCE
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans says Manly teammate Haumole Olakau'atu will be hard for his Maroons to stop in State of Origin if he's picked for NSW.
No crackdown: Annesley stands firm on hip-drop policing
The NRL won't budge on its tough approach to hip-drop tackles which continues to cause debate.
NRL unlikely to probe Tigers-Manly fracas
Graham Annesley says it's unlikely the NRL will investigate a spitting allegation.
Roosters question Radley treatment after dramatic win
Luke Keary has kicked a late field goal to deny the Dragons an Anzac Day comeback but the Sydney Roosters were left fuming over another Victor Radley sin bin.
Not Allan Langer: Bennett quip inspires Dolphins’ Katoa
Dolphins rookie playmaker Isaiya Katoa has been a revelation in 2023 and he's explained why he loves being challenged and kept humble by coach Wayne Bennett.
Knights return a weight of Ponga’s shoulders: Gamble
Tyson Gamble believes a weight has been lifted off Kalyn Ponga's shoulders after the State of Origin star made a successful return from his latest concussion.
Oates out for a month with knee injury in Broncos blow
Brisbane will be missing three of their stars against South Sydney on Friday night as former Wests Tigers half Jock Madden prepares for his Broncos debut.
Dolphins’ Kodi Nikorima still driven by Bennett aura
Wayne Bennett and Dolphins No.6 Kodi Nikorima have a long history which explains why the coach asked him a key question after losing two key playmakers.
Hip-drop tackles mar Broncos’ 26-16 win over Eels
Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam have combined to seal Brisbane's 26-16 defeat of Parramatta but the game was overshadowed by three hip-drop tackles.