Fittler wants NRL to clamp down on Leniu commentary
Former NSW State of Origin coach Brad Fittler wants the NRL to sanction players who spoke out on the Spencer Leniu racism claim before it reached the judiciary.
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Lussick open to 80-minute role as Eels hooker
Joey Lussick says he would be open to playing 80 minutes at hooker for Parramatta in 2024, believing he plays better football with longer stints on the field.
Addo-Carr suffers soft-tissue injury, no fracture
Canterbury flyer Josh Addo-Carr has been cleared of a fracture in his right shoulder, but scans have shown significant soft-tissue damage.
Dragons’ Sloan credits tough Flanagan chats for reboot
St George Illawarra No.1 Tyrell Sloan, who's started the NRL season with a hat-trick, has credited coach Shane Flanagan for helping him flourish.
Sloan scores a hat-trick as Dragons whip Titans
St George Illawarra have begun the Shane Flanagan coaching era with a stunning 28-4 NRL win over Gold Coast with fullback Tyrell Sloan scoring three tries.
Addo-Carr grounded, Moses hurt as Eels beat Bulldogs
Josh Addo-Carr has succumbed to a shoulder injury in Canterbury's 26-8 loss to Parramatta, while Eels halfback Mitch Moses struggled with a groin strain.
Dolphins want Flegler to play well, not talk: Bennett
Thomas Flegler is set for his first NRL game for the Dolphins, and coach Wayne Bennett has some simple instructions for the firebrand prop.
Bennett insists talk on his future won’t derail Phins
Off-contract Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett says he has no intention to retire at the end of the year and that the players will not be distracted by speculation.
Cowboy stampede to be part of NRL’s Las Vegas story
North Queensland CEO Jeff Reibel has revealed the high interest among the club and its stakeholders about being part of the NRL's Las Vegas round one in 2025.
Mundine slams Mitchell for ‘disrespect’ in racism saga
Anthony Mundine has hit back at Latrell Mitchell after the South Sydney superstar questioned his opinions about Spencer Leniu's now-infamous racial slur.
Pezet in for Storm stint with no Munster return set
Jonah Pezet could be in for a stretch as Melbourne five-eighth with Cameron Munster admitting he still can't run due to a frustrating groin injury.
Storm shock Penrith to stretch round-one streak
Melbourne have extended coach Craig Bellamy's round one record to 22 successive victories with a hard-earned 8-0 win over premiers Penrith.
‘Best defensive half’: Arthur lauds milestone man Brown
Parramatta's Dylan Brown has earned high praise from coach Brad Arthur ahead of his 100th NRL game.
Cowboys CEO ‘confident’ Luki, Kuli will stay long-term
North Queensland CEO Jeff Reibel says the early exit of forward Luciano Leilua has made keeping star duo Heilum Luki and Kulikefu Finefeuiaki an easier task.
Mam’s Broncos home where heart is, Reynolds races clock
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam has returned to training as he moves on from being racially slurred, while Broncos skipper Adam Reynolds rehabbed a right-knee problem.
Recruit Hutchison vital cog in Bulldogs’ special plan
Canterbury have recruited Drew Hutchison for one main reason and it will be on show when the Bulldogs take on Parramatta on Saturday.
Flanagan adamant Lomax on wing is best for Dragons
Shane Flanagan has hit back at claims Zac Lomax could be lured elsewhere, adamant the winger will stay at St George Illawarra even if he wants to play centre.
Raiders run rampant over Knights in 28-12 NRL win
Canberra have shown they will be no pushovers in the NRL this year, opening their season with a hard-fought 28-12 win away to Newcastle.
Versatile Meaney can handle Storm centres: Bellamy
Craig Bellamy is confident Nick Meaney will handle his shift from fullback to the centres, as the Storm star prepares to test himself against Penrith.
Kumuls captain wants Bennett to coach PNG NRL team
PNG captain Kyle Laybutt is backing a home-based NRL team and wants Wayne Bennett as the inaugural coach.
Young to avoid ban over late shot on Ponga
They lack star power but Ricky Stuart is banking on his Canberra side of unlikely lads to give the Raiders a sniff in the NRL this season.
Dimma and Des: Coast coaches tackle Glitter Strip curse
Damien Hardwick will begin his tenure as Gold Coast Suns coach, before Des Hasler does the same at the Titans on a seismic Saturday for pro sport in the city.
NRL’s Leniu sorry for racial slur, facing long ban
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu looks set for a long stint on the sidelines after admitting he called Brisbane's Ezra Mam a "monkey" during a round one game.
Dolphins back fearless Stone to fill Gilbert void
Inspirational lock Tom Gilbert won't play this season for the Dolphins, but the players are relieved that uncompromising Ray Stone is there to fill the breach.
Storm’s Munster ruled out of Penrith opening clash
Star Melbourne five-eighth Cameron Munster is still battling a groin injury and will miss the NRL round-one showdown with premiers Penrith.
Panthers out to buck World Club Challenge trend
History is stacked against the Penrith Panthers as they look to bounce back from last month's World Club Challenge defeat in England.
Pangai returns to league with NRL quest on track: Hunt
Souths-Logan coach Karmichael Hunt confirmed Tevita Pangai Jr would make his league return on Saturday and backed Pangai to succeed if he got back in the NRL.
Canberra speedster Savage wants to shine in wing role
Canberra's Xavier Savage has fought his way back into his club's NRL side with a huge pre-season and a switch from fullback to a wing.
Kiwi rugby great Waaka to sign for Broncos in NRLW
Prolific New Zealand rugby champion Stacey Waaka will join Brisbane's NRLW program after her Olympic campaign in Paris.
Raiders coach backs teen to produce some Strange magic
Canberra will deploy a new halves pair in their season-opening trip to Newcastle on Thursday night, when they will be out to avenge last year's finals defeat.
Eels’ suspension magnet Sivo told to curb careless edge
Maika Sivo's Parramatta teammates are urging the Fijian winger to sharpen up in defence after he was ruled out for the first three weeks of the NRL season.