Storm optimistic as Papenhuyzen undergoes surgery
Melbourne football boss Frank Ponissi has provided an update after Ryan Papenhuyzen had surgery on the broken ankle he suffered in the finals loss to Brisbane.
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Talakai flips script on Hynes after NSW Origin pain
Cronulla centre Siosifa Talakai has detailed the heart-to-heart conversations that helped turn around Nicho Hynes' season after his State of Origin torment.
Fisher-Harris still carries hurt of Warriors rejection
One of the NRL's best forwards for the past five years, life changed for Penrith's Kiwi prop James Fisher-Harris when he was overlooked by the Warriors.
Roosters ready to compound Sharks’ finals woes
The Sydney Roosters are confident superstar centre Joey Manu will be fit as the Tricolours try to extend Cronulla's run of outs in NRL finals.
Gamble, Cogger out to impress as selection battle looms
Jack Cogger and Tyson Gamble will be using the NRL finals series to push their case for starting 2024 as Newcastle's first-choice five-eighth.
Isaako in Kiwis frame after Dolphins awards haul
Dolphins player of the year Jamayne Isaako capped a great year by winning four awards at the club's presentation night and is in contention for more honours.
Warriors’ ride of emotion bigger than 2011 for Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has been a part of both the Warriors' grand final appearances, but believes the momentum behind the club is even bigger in 2023.
Cronulla get past Dragons for NRLW derby triumph
Cronulla have beaten St George Illawarra in their first NRLW derby, although both are now almost certainly out of finals contention.
Reynolds adamant Storm hoodoo means nothing
Brisbane's horror NRL record against Melbourne is matched only by skipper Adam Reynolds' struggles against them, but he insists that's irrelevant now.
Ricky Stuart’s NRL finals stat a positive for Canberra
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has a brilliant record in the first week of NRL finals but it will be tested when the Raiders face a red-hot Newcastle.
Sharks to play Tracey at fullback for elimination final
Connor Tracey is set to line up at fullback for Cronulla's elimination final after both he and Will Kennedy were named in the squad to face the Sydney Roosters.
Kyle Flanagan to reunite with father Shane at Dragons
Kyle and Shane Flanagan will be the third father-son coach-player combination in the NRL after the latter signed with St George Illawarra for two years.
Walker brothers revolutionised NRL finals: Reynolds
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds says former Ipswich coaches Ben and Shane Walker's short dropout innovation has many benefits for teams that master it.
Cronulla get past St George for NRLW derby triumph
Cronulla have beaten St George Illawarra in the clubs' first NRLW derby, although both are now almost certainly out of finals contention.
Knights expect Ponga to be target for Stuart’s Raiders
Kalyn Ponga has declared he's on track to play in Newcastle's do-or-die final against Canberra, with the Knights expecting his injured shoulder to be targeted.
Broncos rally around Hunt, Gould in tragic times
The Broncos NRLW side will wear special jerseys against West Tigers to honour Toni Hunt and Lavinia Gould, as the duo go through traumatic times.
Haas wants Webcke 2006 glory for current Broncos
Brisbane prop Payne Haas was on the verge of joining Melbourne in 2018 but he's glad he stayed and wants to beat the Storm, as the 2006 premiership team did.
Leniu driven by his last ride with Penrith brothers
Spencer Leniu is preparing for an emotional exit from Penrith with he and Stephen Crichton the last of the current crop of talented local juniors to leave.
Resilient Raider Rapana continues late-career surge
Ageless Canberra back Jordan Rapana is playing close to career-best football at 34 years old, as his side prepares to battle Newcastle on Sunday.
Storm need double-barrel shotgun to stop Walsh: Bellamy
Storm coach Craig Bellamy has Ryan Papenhuyzen to provide X-factor in the finals but says only heavy artillery can stop one-of-a-kind Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh.
Shaun Johnson ruled out of Warriors’ NRL finals clash
Dally M Medal favourite Shaun Johnson has been ruled out of the Warriors' NRL finals clash against Penrith with a calf issue.
Why Brisbane coach Walters opted for Arthars over Oates
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has revealed why he picked Jesse Arthars over the experienced Corey Oates and says the Storm finals clash will be won in the mind.
Talakai admits axe saved his season at the Sharks
Cronulla centre Siosifa Talakai has praised coach Craig Fitzgibbon for his decision to drop him mid-season, believing the wake-up call turned his year around.
Egan, DWZ return to Penrith as more dangerous Warriors
Wayde Egan and Dallin Waetene-Zelezniak once called Penrith home, but they will return as far more dangerous players for the Warriors in the NRL finals.
How Storm beat Broncos to Cameron Munster’s signature
There is a back story to how Melbourne edged out Brisbane to sign Cameron Munster in 2013, with the star No.6 saying it was the best decision he's made.
Star Raider Wighton unfazed by South Sydney turmoil
Poised to move to troubled South Sydney from next season, Jack Wighton harbours no concerns about his new club as he plots to leave Canberra on a finals high.
Bellamy gave Billy Walters faith to play Broncos No.9
Brisbane hooker Billy Walters has revealed how his father Kevin asked Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy if he could be a NRL hooker, and the answer inspired him.
‘Hard to ignore’: Knights stuck together to save coach
It's hard to believe Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien's job was at risk only two months ago, with the Knights now the NRL's form side heading into the finals.
Late run steels Roosters for do-or-die Cronulla clash
Buoyed by a late-season surge into the NRL top eight, the Sydney Roosters believe they can continue their form and overcome Cronulla.
Penrith hunting history in club’s 2023 finals mission
The Panthers will wear a special finals jersey in a nod to the past as they focus in on becoming the first team in the NRL-era to claim a title three-peat.
How club legend Miller gave Sharks their new cult hero
Tom Hazelton had no intention of becoming an NRL player until a chance encounter with Gavin Miller set him on the path to cult-hero status.