It’s subjective whether I’ve ‘owned’ Origin: Cleary
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary comes into State of Origin camp on the back of a loss in last year's game-three decider, his third as NSW halfback.
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Maroons wrap arms around brave Arrow ahead of Origin
Queensland will honour and support Jai Arrow in this year's State of Origin series by inviting him into camp ahead of the opening clash in Sydney.
Metcalf faces competition to return to Warriors side
With the Warriors chasing a contract extension for halfback Te Maire Martin, Dragons-bound Luke Metcalf's playing role at the Warriors is unclear.
Stuart blasts officials after Raiders lose to Dolphins
The Dolphins have claimed a historic fourth-straight win in Canberra to move into the top half of the NRL table, but it hasn't come without controversy.
‘Every bit first grade’: Teen praised after NRL debut
Brian Pouniu was a late inclusion for the Dolphins as they travelled to Canberra to face the Raiders, and coach Kristian Woolf took notice.
Farnworth out as Dolphins prepare for Raiders clash
The Dolphins have lost Herbie Farnworth for their NRL fixture against Canberra, heaping more pressure on a side already missing a plethora of players.
‘Can’t believe it’: Souths star suffering from MND
Jai Arrow's decade-long NRL career has come to an end after the South Sydney forward was diagnosed with motor neurone disease.
‘Grateful to have my leg’: Mariner eyes stunning return
Deine Mariner has recovered from surgery that saved his right leg and has his sights set on getting back on the field in eight weeks for Brisbane.
Crichton sidelined from training as Blues hit camp
Stephen Crichton missed NSW's first training session of their game-one camp, but Isaah Yeo insists the centre will be fit for the State of Origin opener.
Dragons’ Su’A addresses rumours of mid-season switch
Jaydn Su'A is heading to Parramatta next season and has sought clarity from current club St George Illawarra over whether they would let him leave early.
Manly vice-captain Jake Trbojevic makes career call
Middle forward Jake Trbojevic will play into a 15th NRL season at Manly after triggering an option in his contract.
‘More tries’: Hammer on track to nail Origin try record
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has 11 tries in 10 State of Origin matches and is scorching towards setting a record benchmark before his career is done.
Mad Max detoured past Broncos roadblock into Maroons
Queensland debutant lock Max Plath blazed his own path to the NRL and State of Origin.
Storm young gun gets another chance to shine
Keagan Russell-Smith has only played one NRL match, back in 2024, but the youngster will steer Melbourne in place of Origin representative Cameron Munster.
Tough little Rooster: Walker’s 22 needles in 21 games
Sam Walker is a brilliant footballer but the Queensland debutant's toughness in his debut season shows why he is cut out to handle the State of Origin cauldron.
Saifiti’s tribute to brother ahead of Origin recall
Even Newcastle prop Jacob Saifiti himself was a little surprised to have been recalled to the State of Origin arena for the series opener.
I’m not playing well enough for Origin: Spencer Leniu
Spencer Leniu insists he is committed to the Sydney Roosters for the rest of his contract, but does not believe he should be in the NSW Origin selection frame.
Walsh not done yet after positive start: Foran
Manly will welcome back Jamal Fogarty from a groin injury against the Wests Tigers on Saturday, but will lose young gun Joey Walsh from the starting lineup.
Walters to coach Australia at Rugby League World Cup
The Australian Rugby League Commission has extended coach Kevin Walters' contract with the national rugby league team.
‘Similar to Alf’: Maroons selector gives Walker a boost
Darren Lockyer insists Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker will show he is no defensive liability in his final club game ahead of Queensland selection.
Tragic Round: Canterbury slump deeper into the doghouse
Out-of-sorts Canterbury played like muggles in the Magic Round opener, proving no match for a polished Cronulla side.
Mitchell injured as Dolphins pump poor Rabbitohs
The Dolphins have moved to sixth position with a 32-10 win over South Sydney as an injury to Latrell Mitchell sent shockwaves through the NSW camp.
Knights’ turnaround on show ahead of Titans clash
Newcastle and Gold Coast were in a shootout to avoid the wooden spoon eight months ago, but the scenario is different as the sides meet in Magic Round.
Sharks’ Mulitalo has lost count of his many surgeries
It's little wonder Ronaldo Mulitalo bounced back so quickly from his anterior cruciate ligament injury given his experience recovering from serious injuries.
‘Ready to go back’: Cobbo makes Maroons statement
Selwyn Cobbo has made a late charge for a Queensland recall in State of Origin as his Dolphins teammate Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow reveals why he deserves it.
‘Special plays and big moments’: Staggs backed for NSW
Kotoni Staggs has been backed to provide "special plays'' for NSW if selected after an injury scare to Latrell Mitchell, who limped off at Magic Round.
‘Filthy’: Dragons’ contract call hurt Damien Cook
Damien Cook is pleased to have his playing future sorted but admits he was hurt to have been overlooked by St George Illawarra for a new contract.
New Coates unleashed as 2006 Broncos provide incentive
Brisbane have given several young stars debuts this year and Phil Coates, brother of Xavier, has been backed to produce his own highlight reel.
Holy Haumole: Manly forward runs riot in Blues trial
Rampant Manly giant Haumole Olakau'atu has all but secured a NSW recall in a big win over Wests Tigers, who lost Taylan May to a possible season-ending injury.
Coach Cleary’s exit won’t sway Nathan’s future plans
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary has opened up on his father's plans to step down as coach of the Panthers at the end of the 2027 NRL season.
Cowboy outshines Roosters No.7 in ‘gritty’ Qld shootout
North Queensland have overcome two sin-binnings to beat the Sydney Roosters 18-12 as Cowboys half Jake Clifford enhanced his Queensland selection hopes.