Boost for South Sydney as Penrith pull Nathan Cleary
Nathan Cleary has been pulled out of Penrith's NRL clash against South Sydney, after feeling some tightness on his return from injury against North Queensland.
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Tigers confident as wounded Koroisau sits out training
An injured Apisai Koroisau has missed training with Wests Tigers, but the club remain confident the star hooker will recover in time to face Canterbury.
Raiders still in premiership frame: Whitehead
After successive NRL bashings, Canberra hope an injection of experience can help put their campaign back on course against Manly.
Critics don’t concern Bulldogs No.7 Hutchison
Canterbury's Drew Hutchison says critics who have questioned his job at No.7 will not prevent him giving his teammates "as much chance as possible to shine".
‘Not smooth sailing’ but no regrets in JD saga: Souths
It has been a turbulent start to 2024 for South Sydney but chief executive Blake Solly will not rue his club's handling of now ex-coach Jason Demetriou
NRL player’s lawyer predicts more civil suits
Former Manly prop Lloyd Perrett has threatened to take legal action against the NRL club, after he was hospitalised following a training session in late 2017.
Cherry-Evans backs push for judiciary dispensation
Manly captain Daly Cherry-Evans says he'd support a push for long-serving players' clean records to be considered when calculating potential NRL bans.
‘Top of the list’: Bennett keen to hear from Souths
South Sydney have identified Wayne Bennett as their dream coach for 2025, with the veteran mentor keen to consider a future with his former club.
Kid-in-a-candy-store Cherry-Evans avoids maiden NRL ban
Daly Cherry-Evans has walked away from the first judiciary hearing of his 14-year NRL career with a $750 fine, after avoiding a ban for a dangerous throw.
Broncos don’t need Walker as future No.7: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says the club has enough depth in the halves to not make a play for Sydney Roosters No.7 when he comes off contract in 2025.
Raiders swing the axe after thrashing from Sharks
Canberra will field a new-look side to face Manly as they look to bounce back from their 40-point thrashing at the hands of Cronulla in round eight.
No love lost in return of the ‘king’ to Shark Park
St George centre Jack Bird and coach Shane Flanagan will put aside fond memories of their old club Cronulla as they look to bounce back from a stinging defeat.
Settled Brimson revelling in fullback freedom at Titans
Electric Gold Coast star AJ Brimson has found a home at fullback as the Titans look to kickstart a season that has so far flattered to deceive.
Mam, Reynolds to reunite for Broncos in Roosters rumble
Adam Reynolds is relishing linking up with Brisbane halves partner Ezra Mam on his return from injury for round nine's clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Gutherson knee injury adds to Eels’ woes
Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has been sidelined with a knee injury as the Eels fight to keep pace with their NRL rivals.
Ciraldo defends Bulldogs welfare, character of trainer
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has defended the way his club and staff care for players, after former back-rower Jackson Topine launched legal action.
Skipping Origin not an option for Blues’ Tom Trbojevic
Manly star Tom Trbojevic has rejected any suggestion he should skip State of Origin to protect his body, adamant he has never once considered sitting out.
Souths fire JD after ‘less-than-satisfactory’ 12 months
Embattled coach Jason Demetriou has been sacked following two board meetings at South Sydney headquarters and a dismal 12 months of results.
Chippy turned playmaker nailing down Sharks halves role
Former tradie Daniel Atkinson has no regrets about swapping wood chips for chip-and-chases as he looks to dovetail neatly into place as Cronulla's five-eighth.
Ilias to market, skipping Origin not easy for Latrell
South Sydney halfback Lachlan Ilias has been told he can look elsewhere, while any Latrell Mitchell plans to skip State of Origin could be blocked by the NRL.
Munster set to Storm his way into elite 200-game club
Cameron Munster will reach the 200-game milestone at the Storm on Saturday, with the star playmaker saying he's only ever wanted to be coached by Craig Bellamy.
Armstrong stars for Knights on debut to sink Dolphins
Newcastle debutant fullback David Armstrong played superbly in Kalyn Ponga's absence to inspire an 18-14 upset win over the Dolphins.
Stuart ‘hurting’ for young Raiders after Sharks mauling
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart was "embarrassed" by his side's dismal 40-0 loss to Cronulla, but has vowed to persist with his young squad amid a slew of injuries.
Dolphins suffer double Bromwich blow, Lemuelu in frame
Dolphins brothers Jesse and Kenny Bromwich have added to the side's injury woes but forward Connelly Lemuelu is now fit.
Haas adamant emotions won’t take over against Roosters
Brisbane star Payne Haas is adamant emotions won't boil over in his side's clash against the Sydney Roosters after the Las Vegas racism saga.
Armstrong’s sleepless night before shining as Knight
Newcastle's debutant fullback David Armstrong had a score to settle against his opposite number before starring in the 18-14 win over the Dolphins.
Gillmeister endorses Broncos hitman Piakura for Maroons
Brisbane forward Brendan Piakura plays with the physical impact that would make him an ideal Queensland enforcer in State of Origin says Trevor Gillmeister.
Broncos re-sign Billy Walters, get Gosiewski transfer
Brisbane have welcomed back-rower Jack Gosiewski from North Queensland, after also re-signing hooker Billy Walters on a two-year NRL deal.
‘Best years of my life’: Keary adds to Roosters exodus
The 2024 season will be Luke Keary's last in the NRL, making the Sydney Roosters playmaker the fourth high-profile star to leave the club at year's end.
Storm halfback Pezet suffers season-ending knee injury
Halfback Jonah Pezet will undergo knee surgery after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament while playing for Melbourne's NRL feeder team.
DCE ‘deserves leniency’: Manly players call for change
Teammates are struggling to understand why Daly Cherry-Evans didn't receive a discount for his 14-year clean record, as Manly's skipper fights to avoid a ban.