Cherry-Evans has sympathy for tacklers who hit him late
With sin-bins on the rise in the NRL, Manly's Daly Cherry-Evans says he feels sorry for defenders who are penalised for late hits on halves like him.
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Roosters’ Crichton makes return after bipolar diagnosis
Trent Robinson is keen to take a cautious approach with Angus Crichton after he made his return to rugby league following a bipolar diagnosis.
Manly motivated by replays of brawl and war stories
Manly used replays and war stories from the 2011 Battle of Brookvale to help inspire them to their physical 18-8 win over Melbourne in the NRL.
Souths forward Arrow targets title, driven by history
After leaving spiritual home Redfern Oval behind, Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow says appreciation of club history is galvanising the team's title quest this term.
Dragons’ Mbye says future’s not tied to fate of coach
Moses Mbye is off contract for the first time in his NRL career, but says his future is not tied to what happens to St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin.
Walker earns high praise, Warriors add to Cowboys’ woes
The Warriors have prevailed against North Queensland 22-14, with Dylan Walker winding back the clock at Mt Smart Stadium in Auckland.
Injuries ultimate test for Bulldogs: Coach Ciraldo
The loss of Josh Addo-Carr and Viliame Kikau to long-term injuries will provide a stiff test for Canterbury's club culture, coach Cameron Ciraldo says.
Cleary’s golden boot sinks Knights in NRL thriller
Penrith have scraped past Newcastle 16-15 in a tense NRL clash after Nathan Cleary slotted two field goals, including the winner in extra time.
Broncos blitz Titans in Qld derby to hit NRL summit
A second-half blitz by Brisbane has put the Broncos back on top of the NRL, defeating Gold Coast 43-26 in front of a sell-out crowd at CBUS Super Stadium.
Frizell’s blunt message to Panther Luai: Get a hair tie
Newcastle's Tyson Frizell insists he did not intentionally pull Jarome Luai's hair in the loss to Penrith, and has advised the five-eighth to buy a hair tie.
Captain Tino says he let Titans down with sin-binning
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has challenged himself to be a better leader after getting sin-binned at a crucial time in the NRL loss to Brisbane.
Payne Haas has no interest in an 80-minute NRL role
Brisbane powerhouse Payne Haas has dismissed the idea he could be an 80-minute NRL player, saying he's more than happy with his current minutes for the Broncos.
Liam Martin’s ‘mystery’ injury a concern: Ivan Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has expressed his concern over representative back-rower Liam Martin's inability to shake off a recurrent hamstring problem.
Bulldog Mahoney’s message to Eels: Come and get me
Canterbury hooker Reed Mahoney is looking forward to the chance to become Parramatta's villain when he meets his old side on Sunday.
Cranky Reynolds ‘hates losing’, vows Broncos response
Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds says the competition leaders have learned vital lessons from their first loss of the season as the Gold Coast Titans await.
Storm shift Munster to fullback, Foran to face Broncos
Melbourne have shifted Cameron Munster to fullback as they deal with another injury setback, while Gold Coast welcome back Kieran Foran to take on Brisbane.
NFL, NRL work together to combat hip-drop scourge
Graham Annesley says the NRL has been helping the NFL to combat the hip-drop tackle as the local body clamps down on the issue.
Bash each other: Spudd’s message to Tino and Haas
Titans prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui says Broncos counterpart Payne Haas is the best in the game as a former league hardman licks his lips at the looming showdown.
Dylan Brown wants Parramatta to play ‘boring’ footy
Parramatta five-eighth Dylan Brown says sticking to the "boring" game plan is the way forward for the Eels in 2023.
Hunt wants to be consulted by Dragons on Griffin call
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt says he and other players should be consulted by officials before they make a call on coach Anthony Griffin's future.
Miller ready to play No.6 if asked to move for Ponga
Lachlan Miller says he would feel comfortable turning out in the halves if Newcastle decide to play Kalyn Ponga at fullback on his return from concussion.
Pec injury sidelines Bulldogs NRL star Kikau
Bulldogs star forward Viliame Kikau is facing a lengthy spell out of the NRL after reportedly tearing a pectoral muscle.
Master v apprentice: Demetriou braces for Bennett test
South Sydney's Jason Demetriou says his NRL coaching career would not have got far without the guidance and faith of his mentor Wayne Bennett.
Sharks’ Graham opts against tackle changes after ban
Cronulla captain Wade Graham says he won't alter a technique designed to avoid suffering concussions of his own in a bid to reduce the risk of high-tackle bans.
Bennett likens ‘Hammer’ to Latrell as No.1 clash looms
Wayne Bennett says Rabbitohs No.1 Latrell Mitchell could shine at five-eighth and has given Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow a huge wrap.
Upton signs longest deal in NRLW history at Newcastle
Superstar fullback Tamika Upton has signed a five-year deal to stay with Newcastle until the end of 2027, the longest contract in NRLW history.
Raiders, Queensland great Sam Backo out of induced coma
Seven-time Queensland State of Origin prop Sam Backo has come out of a coma induced after he suffered a heart attack on April 1.
Cowboys need to eliminate ‘catastrophic’ errors: Hess
Consistent errors early in the season are costing North Queensland who are now facing a fight to stay in contention for finals football.
Croker hopes Raiders return can herald fresh start
Canberra champion Jarrod Croker says consistency is key after his return to the NRL helped lift his side to a shock win over previously unbeaten Brisbane.
Broncos ‘cattle dog’ Kobe returns to round-up Titans
Brisbane lock Kobe Hetherington is back from a biceps tear to play his first NRL game of the season against the Titans, to the delight of captain Adam Reynolds.
Bennett reveals secret to Dolphins’ stellar NRL start
Wayne Bennett's Dolphins take on the Rabbitohs, the team he most recently coached, with a humble and inspirational ethos that underpins their early NRL success.