Why Sharks enforcer Braden Uele changed his name
He's one of the NRL's toughest customers but the reason Braden Uele changed his surname this season shows the softer, thoughtful side of the Cronulla hard man.
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Fonua-Blake, Ponga to benefit from big Origin change
The NRL has made the biggest change to State of Origin eligibility rules in the game's history, with New Zealand also set to benefit from the overhaul.
‘No intention’: Luai makes call on Tigers future
Jarome Luai has clarified where he sees his NRL future beyond this season in a statement that will be music to the ears of Wests Tigers fans.
‘Defy the impossible’: NRL bullish about global plan
The NRL is hopeful of playing regular-season games in Hong Kong, Japan, the UK and the Abu Dhabi in the coming years.
Souths must stand up and use Haas signing: Murray
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray says Payne Haas's 2027 arrival can only transform the Rabbitohs if other players also stand up alongside the superstar prop.
Moses backs Eels with no easy Lomax answer for NRL
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo says any proposed changes to contracting laws following the Zac Lomax affair need careful consideration, with the winger still in limbo.
‘Special moment’: Two Toms out of Dolphins injury exile
Tom Flegler and Tom Gilbert will get to show what the Dolphins have been missing when they return to action in the trial clash with Gold Coast.
Knights launch Brown era as Titans say hello to Bai
Newcastle's hope for a new golden age gets its first moment in the sun as Dylan Brown gets set to play five-eighth for the Knights for the first time.
The one NRL team set to stop Haas signing off in style
Brisbane are heavily tipped to send Payne Haas out a premiership winner this season. But one NRL rival has the backing to stop the Broncos going back to back.
Dragons veteran Damien Cook makes call on future
Veteran hooker Damien Cook is confident of securing a one-year contract extension to continue his NRL career with St George Illawarra into 2027.
Kalyn Ponga would consider shock switch to New Zealand
Kalyn Ponga is open to switching allegiances to play international footy for New Zealand, once he produces consistent form for Newcastle.
Why NRL’s new rule changes could stunt growth
The NRL will expand the interchange from four to six players, but two leading captains are concerned about the long-term impact on young players.
Dolphins win trifecta with recruits and rookie Pouniu
The three key recruits for the Dolphins have already made their mark as they prepare to start against Gold Coast along with highly rated rookie Brian Pouniu.
‘Complete package’: Hannay puts faith in Titans teen
Gold Coast will field halves pairing Lachlan Ilias and Zane Harrison in their opening trial as new coach Josh Hannay investigates his playmaking options.
Sione Fainu signs new deal at Wests Tigers
Sione Fainu has signed a three-year contract extension that ties the prop to Wests Tigers through the 2029 season.
Manly lose rising representative forward to ACL rupture
Manly lock Caleb Navale's NRL season is in tatters after he ruptured the ACL in his right knee at Sea Eagles training.
London calling: Lockyer’s ‘two’ Broncos unite for cause
London Broncos and Brisbane have reconnected under Darren Lockyer's guidance as the league great unveils plans to continue to grow the brand in the UK capital.
New Tigers deal for fan favourite elder statesman
Veteran NRL forward Alex Twal will remain with Wests Tigers until at least the end of the 2029 season after signing a contract extension.
‘Unfair’: Haas slams claims of Broncos coach fall out
Payne Haas has explained his reasons for leaving Brisbane to join South Sydney in 2027, insisting it has nothing to do with coach Michael Maguire.
Moses ready to feel free alongside Pezet at Eels
Mitch Moses is about to face the biggest halves change in his career at Parramatta, but he can see one big advantage in having Jonah Pezet next to him at No.6.
Bellamy ‘hopeful’ as Lomax saga rolls on
Storm coach Craig Bellamy is unsure whether he'll have Zac Lomax at his disposal this season, but is hopeful the star back's playing future can be sorted out.
‘That could be me’: McInnes unsure of Sharks future
Cronulla captain Cameron McInnes is unsure whether he'll be at the Sharks in 2027 as they grapple to keep their team together.
How fishing helped nurse NRL Cowboy back to health
North Queensland's Heilum Luki took an unorthodox approach to his recovery from a second ACL injury, buying a boat and hitting the water as much as possible.
Flegler returns with a bang in Dolphins’ loss to Titans
New Gold Coast coach Josh Hannay started his tenure with a 24-12 trial win over the Dolphins, who got a huge boost from Thomas Flegler's return to action.
‘Happy under Josh’: Bai reveals why he stayed at Titans
In-demand teenage forward Cooper Bai has revealed why he knocked back Melbourne to re-sign with Gold Coast as he targets securing the starting No.13 jersey.
Flegler aims for stars and one more Dolphins box tick
Dolphins prop Thomas Flegler is targeting the standard that won him a Kangaroos jersey after his long-awaited return to action from injury was a raging success.
‘Twist his arm’: Broncos hold out hope of Haas backflip
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds was shocked Payne Haas signed with South Sydney but scuppered suggestions a falling-out with coach Michael Maguire was a reason.
‘My pick’: Carrigan gets nod as next Broncos captain
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan is in the box seat to be the next captain of the club after Adam Reynolds announced his impending retirement and endorsement.
Broncos superstar signs three-year deal with Souths
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has stunned the rugby league world by signing with South Sydney, where he will reunite with former coach Wayne Bennett.
‘I want more’: Reynolds to retire after saving Broncos
Adam Reynolds is to retire at the end of the 2026 NRL season after a wonderful career and with the knowledge Brisbane's future is in capable hands.
‘Scary is good’: Bennett reunion gives Fifita bounce
David Fifita has set his sights on regaining his Queensland jersey after reuniting with Wayne Bennett at South Sydney after a injury-plagued year at Gold Coast.