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.
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Gun Harry’s new bullets give Storm magnum force: Smith
Melbourne legend Cameron Smith has warned critics not to write off the Storm's title hopes as he details why No.9 Harry Grant has become a more potent weapon.
Bruised Shark Rudolf desperate to match it with Collins
Cronulla prop Toby Rudolf will play through the pain of ligament damage in his toe to try and match it with the Roosters' Lindsay Collins.
Farnworth’s Broncos title dream fired by Sam Burgess
England-born Brisbane centre Herbie Farnworth drew belief from countryman Sam Burgess's display in the 2014 grand final, but wants to emulate that at Broncos.
Dolphins-bound Averillo cleared of ACL, Lee released
The Dolphins have released Brenko Lee to pursue UK opportunities while receiving news star Bulldogs recruit Jake Averillo has been cleared of rupturing an ACL.
Selection headache looms for finals-bound Sharks
Cronulla's injury crisis has morphed into a selection headache ahead of their elimination final, with Connor Tracey and Will Kennedy both chances to be fit.
Star Knights Ponga, Hastings named for Raiders showdown
Newcastle have picked injured duo Kalyn Ponga and Jackson Hastings for Sunday's home final against Canberra, but both still need to prove their fitness.
Reynolds input has wiser Walsh primed to end Storm hex
Brisbane No.1 Reece Walsh has "no fear" of meeting Melbourne in the finals and credits captain Adam Reynolds for helping him rise to expectations on the field.
Brisbane playmaker Reynolds in sights of Storm
Returning from a calf injury for Brisbane's qualifying final, playmaker Adam Reynolds can expect some heavy Storm traffic in the form of Nelson Asofa-Solomona.
Webster’s Warriors rise no surprise to Panthers players
Andrew Webster attracted less fanfare than most coaches when he arrived at the Warriors, but the likes of Nathan Cleary knew what the club were getting.
Roosters star Radley ditches hothead tag for meditation
Sydney Roosters teammates have hailed Victor Radley's improved ability to keep his emotions in check.
Reynolds claims he’s proven doubters wrong on longevity
Adam Reynolds has asked if those who questioned his longevity would have changed their stance after he helped Brisbane to the finals and NRL's top two.
Papenhuyzen ‘forever in Slater’s debt’ for Storm return
Storm's Ryan Papenhuyzen spent 405 days out of the NRL due to injury and says Billy Slater and his family's care, along with a Buddhist tenet, got him through.
How Broncos went from spoon to boom so fast: Staggs
In 2020 wooden spoons were hurled on the Broncos training field, but centre Kotoni Staggs says the players are now back in NRL finals after embracing the coach.
Blue-collar duo driving Knights in NRL finals campaign
Phoenix Crossland and Tyson Gamble might not be household names in the NRL but they have played an influential role in Newcastle's premiership tilt.
Fogarty finds upside in Raiders’ late halves shake-up
Jamal Fogarty believes he and Matt Frawley can make it work for Canberra after the surprise decision to move Jack Wighton out of the halves.
To’o, Tonegato take major Origin awards for Blues
Penrith winger Brian To'o and Cronulla fullback Emma Tonegato have been named NSW's players of the year in the men's and women's State of Origin series losses.
Hunger no issue as Penrith firm for historic three-peat
Penrith are just as hungry as in the past and even more experienced as they launch their final assault at a historic third straight NRL premiership.
To’o, Tonegato take major NSW’s Origin awards
Penrith winger Brian To'o and Cronulla fullback Emma Tonegato have been named NSW's players of the year in the men's and women's State of Origin series losses.
Warriors newcomers drive NRL title quest: Stacey Jones
Stacey Jones says the quartet of Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad, Dylan Walker, Marata Nikuore and Mitch Barnett have driven standards at the Warriors in 2023.
Reborn Sharks seek to flip script on finals failings
Cronulla haven't won a finals game since 2018 and retiring club great Wade Graham wants to change that against the Sydney Roosters.
Broncos’ Mam ready for Nelson re-match with no fear
Brisbane No.6 Ezra Mam was trampled by Melbourne giant Nelseon-Asofa Solomona at Suncorp Stadium last year but he's made key changes in mind and body since.
Roosters eye Joey Manu boost for Sharks finals clash
Reigning Golden Boot winner Joey Manu is set to be named by the Sydney Roosters as they head to Cronulla for Saturday's elimination final.
NRL stands by under-fire finals stadium policy
Andrew Abdo insists there is no need for the NRL to move finals matches to bigger stadiums, despite fans being locked out of sold-out suburban grounds.
Raiders won’t fear tough Knights trip: Elliott
Adam Elliott is warning Newcastle his ex-Canberra teammates will have no fear entering the Knights' cauldron for this weekend's do-or-die elimination final.
Croker doesn’t want to be pity pick for Raiders
Jarrod Croker didn't like his one NRL game on the bench and would rather not finish his Canberra career as a passenger.
‘Not a victim’: Olam hopes his Storm hardships inspire
Melbourne centre Justin Olam wants his many supporters in Papua New Guinea to know he coped with his shock axing by having the right mental approach.
Try-scoring record is Young’s parting gift for Knights
With a pair of four-pointers against St George Illawarra, Dom Young confirmed the most prolific try-scoring season of any player in Newcastle's history.
Master vs apprentice theme permeates NRL finals draw
Craig Fitzgibbon will face Trent Robinson in an do-or-die elimination final, while Warriors coach Andrew Webster will aim to upset Ivan Cleary's Penrith.
Sharks beat 12-man Raiders to secure home NRL final
Cronulla beat Canberra for the first time since 2018 with a 24-6 victory locking up a home elimination final against the Sydney Roosters.
Bulldogs’ grim NRL season worsens in loss to Titans
Gold Coast have beaten Canterbury 34-30 with Kieran Foran scoring a hat-trick and Dolphins-bound Bulldog Jake Averillo suffering a knee injury