Cherry-Evans joins Sattler, Coyne with immortal moment
Scott Sattler says there was symmetry between his own famous 2003 grand final tackle and the stunning effort by Maroons captain Daly Cherry-Evans in Brisbane.
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‘Embarrassing’: Eels’ Brown addresses pub incident
A remorseful Dylan Brown says he'll stop drinking as he bids to regain trust in the wake of being found guilty of sexually touching a woman without her consent.
Tigers prop Utoikamanu hasn’t taken NSW axing to heart
Wests Tigers prop Stefano Utoikamanu is hungry for another chance in the State of Origin arena after shrugging off his axing from the NSW side for game three.
Brandon Smith leads reinforcements for Roosters
Brandon Smith is one of several players back on deck for the Sydney Roosters, while Nathan Cleary has been named among Penrith's reserves for round 20.
Chats with Fittler, Johns reassure NSW skipper Tedesco
James Tedesco is in the midst of a form slump but heart-to-heart chats with Andrew Johns and Brad Fittler have reassured the under-fire NSW skipper.
Maroons’ DCE playing every Origin like it’s his last
Daly Cherry-Evans has admitted thoughts of retirement have crossed his mind, but coach Billy Slater insists the Queensland captain is still a great leader.
Manly Sea Eagles throw prop Matt Lodge NRL lifeline
Prop forward Matt Lodge has signed a train-and-trial deal with Manly for the remainder of the season.
Fittler laughs off coaching debate before Origin III
Brad Fittler's future as NSW coach has been the subject of much media and public debate ahead of Origin III but the man himself will ignore the headlines.
Nth Qld hopeful on deal with former Cowboy Clifford
Jake Clifford is shaping as a potential backup playmaker for North Queensland in 2024 with the Cowboys hoping to snare his signature from Hull FC.
Milestone men Cleary-Luai ‘just getting started’
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary expects son Nathan to return from a hamstring injury to play his 150th NRL game, alongside Jarome Luai in his 100th appearance.
Milford trains at No.6 for Dolphins as Panthers loom
The Dolphins are almost at full strength and playmaker Anthony Milford could be elevated to the starting side as they prepare for ladder leaders Penrith.
Queensland player ratings for State of Origin III
Queensland were not at their best in the State of Origin finale, falling 24-10 to NSW having already sealed the series.
NSW avoid Origin whitewash with 24-10 win over QLD
NSW have avoided the first State of Origin whitewash since 2010, claiming a 24-10 win over Queensland in Game III.
Queensland prop Cotter receives Wally Lewis Medal
Queensland middle forward Reuben Cotter has been named the Wally Lewis medallist as the most valuable player of the 2023 State of Origin series.
Walker shines as NSW finally get selections right
NSW have triumphed in Origin III with Cody Walker the star, but series winners Queensland got their selections right and won the big moments when it mattered.
Gould hails Walker ‘a genius’ and taunter of Maroons
NSW No.6 Cody Walker received rave reviews from former NSW coach Phil Gould and Queensland assistant coach Cameron Smith after his man of the match display
Fittler’s Best call vindicated after dream debut
Bradman Best's State of Origin selection was a source of surprise in the lead-up to game three but the call was vindicated on Wednesday night.
Origin futures of coaches Slater, Fittler up in the air
Neither Brad Fittler or Billy Slater have committed to coaching in State of Origin next year, with both coaches facing uncertain futures.
Game three loss a lesson for Maroons: Myles
Queensland great Nate Myles says the loss in the third game of the State of Origin series should serve as a lesson for the young Maroons side.
Drinkwater drives Cowboys late charge to finals: Payten
North Queensland have regained their mojo and are on the cusp of the top eight with fullback Scott Drinkwater the starter and finisher of good attacking work.
Brodie Croft on Wests Tigers’ recruitment radar
Former Brisbane and Melbourne No.7 Brodie Croft has emerged as a transfer target for Wests Tigers.
The real reason Broncos’ Haas will go to open market
Brisbane prop Payne Haas's manager says all 17 NRL clubs want to speak to him from November 1 but insists decisions on his future will be about winning titles.
Oates suffers knee injury, out of 200th for Broncos
Brisbane winger Corey Oates will undergo surgery on his knee following a training injury but is expected to be back playing before the end of the season.
Tedesco rested from Roosters NRL clash with Storm
NSW Origin skipper James Tedesco will be rested from the Sydney Roosters' clash with Melbourne, with Joey Manu starting at fullback.
Payne Haas will be a Bronco for life: Walters
Confident coach Kevin Walters is emphatic Payne Haas will remain at Brisbane despite the star prop's decision to test his value elsewhere.
Pneumonia kept Bulldog Faitala-Mariner in bed for month
Canterbury forward Raymond Faitala-Mariner had been expected to bounce back from the flu quick-smart but ended up spending a month in bed with pneumonia.
Seibold hopes to unlock Lodge’s NRL potential at Manly
Matt Lodge's best is yet to come according to Manly coach Anthony Seibold, who has signed the prop for the rest of the season.
Ponga stars to keep Knights’ slim finals hopes alive
Newcastle have stayed in the race for an NRL finals berth after Kalyn Ponga led the Knights to a 34-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Tedesco rested from Roosters’ NRL clash with Storm
NSW Origin skipper James Tedesco will be rested from the Sydney Roosters' clash with Melbourne, with Joey Manu starting at fullback.
Ponga stars to keep Knights’ finals hopes alive
Newcastle have stayed in the race for an NRL finals berth after Kalyn Ponga led the Knights to a 34-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Only way is up for Eels after year’s worst game: Arthur
Brad Arthur says 15 of his 17 players had their season-worst performance against the Warriors but is hopeful Parramatta have it in them to bounce back.