Walsh ruled out as Broncos recall NRL’s tallest prop
Jesse Arthars will start at fullback for Brisbane as coach Michael Maguire finally gives giant prop Ben Te Kura a crack against Manly.
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Slater admits to nerves, hails his two trump cards
As Queensland welcome back their two most influential players, coach Billy Slater admits to nerves ahead of the State of Origin series opener.
Gallen puts Yeo among all-time best as No.13 leads NSW
Isaah Yeo will follow in Paul Gallen's footsteps and captain NSW as a No.13, but the former Blues skipper has the Penrith star among the all-time great locks.
Cleary sees Panthers opportunity in tight competition
With his team sitting last, Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is taking comfort from how closely-packed teams are on the NRL table.
Yeo a leader from moment the teen arrived at Penrith
Isaah Yeo is set to become the 22nd man to captain NSW in State of Origin. His leadership comes as no surprise to anyone who saw his first Penrith pre-season.
Concussion symptoms force Dragons veteran to retire
A veteran St George Illawarra forward has called time on his playing career after struggling to overcome concussion symptoms.
Manly feel DCE’s absence as Eel enjoys fairytale debut
Manly were without Daly Cherry-Evans and Parramatta were lacking Mitch Moses, but it was the Sea Eagles who missed their No.7 more at Commbank Stadium.
NRL’s best buy becomes the Warrior he was built to be
Erin Clark spent the first part of his career trying to play like a half in a forward's body. Accepting his real role has been the making of the Warriors lock.
Blues stunned by Southwell’s maturity beyond her years
Few 20-year-olds face the rollercoaster of rugby league emotions thrown at Jesse Southwell, but her NSW teammates can't stop praising the grit of the star half.
‘Don’t care’: Crichton goes from mentor to tormentor
Angus Crichton is on a State of Origin collision course with NRL teammate Robert Toia as NSW prepare to target the Queensland debutant in the series opener.
Origin enforcer playing for flood-ravaged hometown
NSW enforcer Mitch Barnett was devastated to see the impact of flooding on the state's mid-north coast, where he grew up and his parents still live.
Eel’s NRL debut famous from here to Hawaii
Joash Papalii will be celebrated from New Zealand to the USA after starring in his first game for Parramatta.
Ponga sheds quad issue in vital step for Maroons
Tom Dearden has prepared to be ready for any contingency as Queensland's No.14, as Kalyn Ponga joined team training for the first time in camp.
How Nanai’s club axing steeled him for Maroons
Queensland forward Jeremiah Nanai's shock club axing in round two has been described as "the kick up the butt he needed" and now he is ready to fire in Origin.
Penrith plummet to foot of table as Lucas leads Knights
Dylan Lucas has produced the first hat-trick of his career in a win that breathes life into Newcastle's NRL campaign.
Who needs DCE? Savala shines as Roosters stun Sharks
The depleted Sydney Roosters have pulled off an NRL upset win over Cronulla, claiming a convincing 42-16 victory in Gosford.
Ban to stretch Cronulla’s backline even further
Cronulla are set to be without Ronaldo Mulitalo for at least one game, while last-placed Penrith's impotent premiership defence has suffered a fresh blow.
‘Coughing blood’: Rooster details harrowing lung injury
Highly-touted Sydney Roosters rookie De La Salle Va'a has revealed how a tackle in a pre-season game led to him coughing up blood and undergoing lung surgery.
Why NSW gambling on a pair of sevens is such a big call
NSW's step into the unknown with Nathan Cleary and Mitch Moses isn't without precedent, as former Origin halves explain what it's like when No.7s partner up.
Galvin makes his move as Bulldogs target premiership
Phil Gould is delighted Lachlan Galvin has made a call on his future, a move that is likely to wrap up the NRL's biggest contract saga of 2025.
Coates floats high above To’o in Maroons aerial threat
Queensland hooker Harry Grant has hailed the aerial threat posed by winger Xavier Coates but is unperturbed by his club coach Craig Bellamy being back with NSW.
Blues bank on 31-year first to help conquer Suncorp
NSW have entered enemy territory for the start of this State of Origin series, but know a 31-year first in their squad can help them prepare for battle.
DCE in line with Klein as skipper rubbishes subterfuge
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans has addressed a photo of him in relaxed conversation with referee Ashley Klein and slammed a Selwyn Cobbo conspiracy theory
Moses was always destined to be a star: NSW great
All eyes will be on Mitchell Moses come the State of Origin series opener, but one NSW legend is convinced the Blues' five-eighth will be up to the challenge.
Storm sign Titans young gun until end of 2027
Melbourne have boosted their forward stocks by signing young gun Josiah Pahulu after Gold Coast agreed to release the rising star.
Moses parks ego as Blues’ injury cloud darkens
Stephen Crichton has added to the Blues' injury concerns while Mitchell Moses is adamant he can co-exist with Nathan Cleary in the halves.
Tapine walks free as fellow Raider whacked with ban
Joseph Tapine has avoided an NRL ban after being placed on report twice in Canberra's win over the Warriors, as Tom Starling was suspended for a high shot.
Daley back with hope it’s not same old blues for NSW
Laurie Daley's return to the NSW State of Origin job is a throwback to some of the Blues' toughest days. But this time he coaches a team expected to win.
Munster, DCE to pass Maroons legends on all-time list
Cameron Munster and Daly Cherry-Evans will become the second-most capped halves pairing in Queensland history in the State of Origin series opener.
Souths beast is NRL’s form prop but prefers other role
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has told Tongan international Keaon Koloamatangi he has played himself into the front row for good.
Savala stakes claim to be Roosters No.7 amid DCE chase
Hugo Savala says he wants to be the Sydney Roosters' long-term halfback amid speculation the club will make a move for Manly veteran Daly Cherry-Evans.