Smoothies and scrambled eggs get Oates back to NRL
Veteran winger Corey Oates was outstanding in his first game for Brisbane since breaking his jaw in the round two win over North Queensland.
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Haas faces ban amid NRL’s latest hip-drop inconsistency
The NRL insist there is no confusion on hip-drop tackles, despite Payne Haas not being sin-binned in Brisbane's win over Parramatta but later facing a ban.
Elias urges NSW to stick with Koroisau amid Tigers’ woe
Former Balmain and NSW hooker Benny Elias says Wests Tigers' horror start to the year shouldn't cost Api Koroisau his State of Origin spot.
Bennett offers solution to ‘crazy trend’ of hip drops
Veteran coach Wayne Bennett says referees have a big part to play in removing hip-drop tackles from the NRL, insisting the tactic is not taught by coaches.
Don’t change, Bennett tells hitman Kaufusi on return
Felise Kaufusi returns from suspension against Gold Coast, with Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett urging his enforcer to be "on time" with tackles.
Hynes pushes Origin case as Sharks down Bulldogs
Nicho Hynes has played a role in three tries to help Cronulla beat Canterbury 33-20, further pushing his cause for NSW State of Origin berth.
Drinkwater, Holmes shine as Cowboys snap losing streak
Valentine Holmes and Scott Drinkwater have lifted North Queensland to scrappy 18-16 win over Newcastle to snap a three game NRL losing streak.
Holmes hails Gagai’s influence in centre switch
Valentine Holmes says part of his transition to centre was influenced by fellow Queenslander Dane Gagai following the pair's NRL duel on Saturday.
Ciraldo sees improvement with Burton as Bulldogs No.7
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo believes the Bulldogs' attack improved with Matt Burton at halfback against Cronulla, despite a third straight NRL loss.
Broncos accept Haas, Mam NRL hip-drop tackle bans
Brisbane will be without Payne Haas and Ezra Mam against South Sydney after the duo accepted one-match bans for hip-drop tackles against Parramatta.
Dolphins stun Titans in history-making comeback win
The Dolphins have fought back from a 26-point deficit to beat the Gold Coast 28-26 to match the competition's all-time record for a winning comeback.
Trbojevic hurt as Manly come over the top of Tigers
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has suffered a groin injury, as his side put paid to a Wests Tigers comeback to win 22-16 at Campbelltown.
Tigers pain hard to swallow, but Sheens sees upside
Wests Tigers' loss to Manly consigned them to the worst start to a season of any team in 15 years, but Apisai Koroisau insists the team's morale is not broken.
Manly adamant they can fight on without Trbojevic
Manly have been left sweating on scans on Tom Trbojevic's groin, but captain Daly Cherry-Evans insists the high-flying side can perform without him if needed.
Corey Oates knee injury a blow for Broncos
Brisbane could be missing three of their stars against South Sydney on Friday night as former Wests Tigers half Jock Madden prepares for his Broncos debut.
Slater hails Walsh, Hammer in Maroons No.1 battle
Queensland coach Billy Slater has been impressed with the form of Reece Walsh and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow as the race heats up to don the No.1 for State of Origin.
Roosters snare Hall and Davis along with Millie Boyle
Sydney Roosters have locked in Millie Boyle to join the NRLW club, along with New Zealand international Amber Hall and Jillaroos hooker Keeley Davis.
Cowboys put a target on Newcastle’s Ponga in NRL return
Cowboys coach Todd Payten knows the danger Kalyn Ponga poses to his side in round eight and has vowed to target the Newcastle superstar on his NRL return.
Wighton would suit Souths to a tee: Tom Burgess
Tom Burgess has made his own sales pitch for Jack Wighton to come to South Sydney, claiming the Canberra Raider and the Rabbitohs suit each other perfectly.
Prison, pride and Parra: Widders’ community-action call
A visit to the NT's notorious Don Dale Youth Detention Centre has prompted a call to action from Parramatta coach and former NRL star Dean Widders.
Matt Burton ready to take full control as Bulldogs No.7
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has seen Matt Burton develop since his teenage years at Penrith and believes he's now ready to take control as Canterbury No.7.
Not just Walker who needs to lift at Roosters: Tedesco
Sam Walker has paid the price for the Sydney Roosters' back-to-back losses, but James Tedesco says the rest of the side can consider themselves on notice.
Slater wants Ponga to ‘enjoy himself’ as Origin looms
Queensland coach Billy Slater says it's too early to predict who'll play No.1 in the Origin series opener as he welcomes the return of Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga.
Dragon urges board to make call on Griffin quickly
St George Illawarra prop Josh Kerr has urged the club's board to make a decision on off-contract Anthony Griffin, unhappy with the media spotlight on the coach.
The pitch that made Hopgood choose Eels over Cowboys
A face-to-face chat with Parramatta coach Brad Arthur left middle forward J'Maine Hopgood certain the Eels were the NRL club for him.
Warriors out to end long losing streak against Storm
The Warriors haven't beaten the Storm in their last 13 NRL clashes but coach Andrew Webster says they are a different side heading into their Anzac Day clash.
Laurie determined to win back Tigers No.1 jersey
Daine Laurie has made it clear he wants the Wests Tigers' No.1 jersey back, after slipping to third in line for the fullback role behind rookie Jahream Bula.
Tuivasa-Sheck makes shock switch back to NRL, Warriors
Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has made the shock call to leave rugby union and return to the NRL, signing a three-year deal with the Warriors for 2024 and beyond.
Bronco Capewell’s try magic has rabbit hunting roots
Brisbane forward Kurt Capewell is a master at chasing Adam Reynolds grubbers, as he was at Ipswich with another clever half after a childhood chasing rabbits.
Mitchell heroics help Souths flip the script on Penrith
Latrell Mitchell has scored two tries and played a role in two others to help South Sydney come from behind and beat Penrith 20-18.
Victorious Souths say Panthers’ ‘voodoo’ is history
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray says his team now have the belief they've got the game to beat Penrith, after finally getting a win over Ivan Cleary's men.