Roosters star Radley ‘hurt’ by links to Smith case
Trent Robinson has launched a staunch defence of Victor Radley after the Sydney Roosters star was dragged into a police probe centred around Brandon Smith.
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Roosters happy to rain on Bellamy’s Storm parade
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his team has remained focused on shutting down Craig Bellamy's milestone celebrations despite some off-field turmoil.
Why coach Adam O’Brien told Knights he was done
Adam O'Brien has admitted speculation over his future was becoming a distraction at Newcastle, before approaching the board to finish up as NRL coach.
No worries for Warriors over Penrith’s mass resting
Andrew Webster has made his feelings known over Penrith's decision to rest their entire first-choice side, even if it could impact the Warriors' finals hopes.
Reynolds re-injures hamstring, team man Walters crucial
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has aggravated a hamstring injury but is hopeful of playing finals as the side's top-four hopes go on the line in Townsville.
Roosters won’t stop Holbrook pursuing Knights job
The door is open for Justin Holbrook to apply for Newcastle's coaching job despite the Sydney Roosters assistant still being on contract for another season.
Jacob Kiraz injured as Bulldogs lock in top four spot
Canterbury's 28-4 defeat of Penrith appears to have come at a cost with Jacob Kiraz suffering an ankle injury late in the game.
Tools down as chippie Zac Lipowicz finally cracks NRL
Zac Lipowicz has become known for turning up to footy training in his hi-vis gear, but the Penrith-based carpenter is now officially an NRL player.
Haas recovers, set to tee off against Cowboys legend
Payne Haas is setting new benchmarks for Brisbane and still has more to give as he recovers from illness to take on North Queensland's greatest forward.
Broncos sweat on Reynolds as title window remains open
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds remains confident he will recover from a hamstring setback to play finals as the door remains ajar for a seventh Broncos title.
‘You’re a coach first’: Stuart spared call to drop son
Ricky Stuart had been coming to terms with dropping his son from the Raiders' NRL side before a season-ending injury quashed the tough decision.
Panthers’ Daine Laurie ‘open to anything’ in 2026
Daine Laurie is hopeful of remaining at Penrith next season, but concedes he must be open to a move away if the right offer comes up.
Taukeiaho turns negotiator as new Manly deal looms
Siua Taukeiaho is closing in on a one-year extension at Manly, after backing himself on return to the NRL and handling his own negotiations on an upgraded deal.
Season could be over for in-form Bulldogs flyer
Jacob Kiraz is facing up to four weeks on the sidelines with his foot injury, potentially ruling the gun winger out for the remainder of Canterbury's season.
Controversial bunker call shakes up NRL finals race
A bunker intervention has helped Parramatta in a 26-22 win over the Warriors which blows the NRL's top-four race wide open.
Roosters storm home, leave their Mark in Melbourne
Rugby recruit Mark Nawaqanitawase has bagged four tries as the Sydney Roosters scored 40 unanswered points to down Melbourne in Craig Bellamy's milestone match.
Roosters won’t let Souths’ Smith distract from finals
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says a single focus on an NRL finals berth means his team won't be concerned by facing Souths and hooker Brandon Smith.
Storm warning: Bellamy lays down the law after big loss
Coach Craig Bellamy is demanding a response from his Melbourne players ahead of the NRL finals after their "embarrassing" effort against the Sydney Roosters.
Star playmaker returns with season on line for Dolphins
The Dolphins must beat Gold Coast to keep their semi-final hopes alive as Kodi Nikorima returns from illness to give them a boost.
Sharks urged to keep focus as top-four battle heats up
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says his side can't waste energy thinking about where they might finish in the NRL's finals shake-up.
Raiders fend off Tigers to claim minor premiership
The Raiders have recorded a 24-10 win over Wests Tigers in front of a sold-out GIO Stadium to secure their first NRL minor premiership since 1990.
Manly left needing minor miracle to play NRL finals
Manly have claimed a 40-24 win over St George Illawarra to keep their NRL top-eight aspirations mathematically alive.
NRLW star suffers suspected broken jaw in big win
Roosters captain Isabelle Kelly's jaw injury, inflicted by an accidental elbow to the head, has spoiled her NRLW side's ninth straight win this season.
Walsh fires Broncos into top four with win over Cowboys
Brisbane have a top-four finish in their own hands after a 38-30 win over North Queensland that highlighted their flair and flaws.
De Belin learns fate on Dragons farewell after tackle
A Manly prop's NRL career appears over, while Jack de Belin has learned whether suspension will rule him out of his final game for St George Illawarra.
Returning gun not the salve for Storm flop: Papenhuyzen
With high-flying Melbourne embarrassed in their loss to the Sydney Roosters, a star player's return will be welcomed ahead of the NRL finals.
Trindall set for scans as Sharks keep top four in sight
Cronulla have beaten Newcastle 40-16 to stay alive in the top-four race, but the win could have come at a cost, with No.6 Braydon Trindall rolling his ankle.
Sydney set for September black hole in NRL finals
The NRL is set to pack its bags and leave Sydney for the majority of the finals, with just two matches to be played in the city before the grand final.
Young Sharks halfback strikes gold to sink Newcastle
Cronulla secured third spot on the NRLW ladder with a golden-point victory, whereas the Broncos showed no mercy in a 44-0 romp.
Dolphins need finals favour from Bennett after key win
The Dolphins' NRL finals hopes remain alive after a 36-30 win over Gold Coast, and they will look to Wayne Bennett's South Sydney to do them a huge favour.
Dolphins need finals favour from Bennett after key win
The Dolphins' NRL finals hopes remain alive after a 36-30 win over Gold Coast, and they will look to Wayne Bennett's South Sydney to do them a huge favour.