Flegler a big doubt for Origin III with foot injury
Queensland's Thomas Flegler is racing the clock to line up in the third State of Origin match after suffering a foot injury against Gold Coast in the NRL.
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‘We’re not where we want to be’: Luke Keary
As the Sydney Roosters struggle through a disappointing season, captain James Tedesco has come under major scrutiny for one of the first times in his career.
Bumbling Bunnies look to NZ escape to revive NRL season
Fallen premiership favourites South Sydney are looking forward to turning their NRL season around with a road trip to Auckland to face the Warriors.
Hammer wants bragging rights as Broncos showdown looms
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow says Billy Slater's tips and a desire to end a three-game losing streak has him primed to fire against the Broncos.
Fifita, Foran partnership keeps Titans in finals hunt
David Fifita is in career-best form for Gold Coast and Queensland and his combination with veteran Kieran Foran has the Titans right in semi-finals hunt.
Walsh to play for Broncos after beating ankle injury
Reece Walsh has shaken off an ankle injury and is ready to line up for Brisbane at Gold Coast, while Kevin Walters has outlined the Broncos' stance on Ben Hunt.
Meagre Origin minutes for Murray a bonus: South Sydney
Coach Jason Demetriou says NSW's under-use of Cameron Murray during State of Origin II is a boost for South Sydney when they play North Queensland.
Electric Eels whip dire Dolphins as Moses stars
Parramatta scored the most first-half points in their history in a 48-20 NRL thrashing of the Dolphins at Sunshine Coast Stadium, the Eels' fifth win in a row.
Keary overcomes jaw blow in boost for Roosters
Cleared of a serious jaw injury, playmaker Luke Keary will face the Raiders in a boost for the Sydney Roosters as they look to break into the top eight.
Understrength Panthers suck the life out of Knights
Even without six State of Origin stars, Penrith have proven far too classy for Newcastle in a comfortable 20-12 NRL win over the Knights at BlueBet Stadium.
Melbourne storm home to beat Manly 24-6 in NRL
Melbourne have shrugged off an error-ridden first half for a 24-6 NRL victory over Manly with a double from Xavier Coates, who was backing up from Origin.
Reuben Garrick earns full-time Manly fullback role
With Roger Tuivasa-Sheck unavailable, Manly coach Anthony Seibold says Reuben Garrick will replace Tom Trbojevic at fullback after a successful audition.
Moses joins Eels 1000 club, credits Burt for milestone
Mitchell Moses wants another crack at halfback for NSW as his goal of lifting Parramatta into the top four is on track after notching 1000 points for the club.
Broncos want Dragons’ Ben Hunt for cameo title tilt
If the Dragons are prepared to release their skipper Ben Hunt from his contract then the Broncos will ramp up negotiations with their former star playmaker.
Pene dodges ban for kneeing Croker in the tackle
The NRL has decided against a suspension for Melbourne forward Aaron Pene following his below-the-belt challenge on Manly's Lachlan Croker.
Fifita stars in Titans’ upset NRL win over Broncos
Gold Coast interim coach Jim Lenihan has tasted victory in his first match in charge after Justin Holbrook's sacking in a stunning 18-12 victory over Brisbane.
Billy Walters would ‘welcome’ Ben Hunt to Broncos
Starting hooker Billy Walters would likely lose his starting spot if Ben Hunt joins Brisbane but says he will be "happy for him to come here".
Rabbitohs risk missing finals amid form slump: Coach
South Sydney have lost for the fourth time in five matches, with their NRL premiership credentials open to debate after a 31-6 loss to North Queensland.
Lenihan lifts Titans after ‘good mate’ Holbrook axed
Gold Coast interim coach Jim Lenihan was a first-up winner with the Titans after a week full of sadness and upheaval at the club.
More heat on Freddy as Teddy unsteady in Roosters loss
NSW captain James Tedesco's place in the Blues side for State of Origin III is under mounting pressure after a poor game in the Roosters' loss to Canberra.
Roosters can still win premiership, says Robinson
Triple premiership-winning coach Trent Robinson maintains the Sydney Roosters can still win the 2023 NRL title despite slumping to 12th on the ladder.
Hannay’s State of Origin wisdom lifts Cowboys
North Queensland's Valentine Holmes and Murray Taulagi have taken the Maroons' edge defence back to club football with strong results.
Foran insists ‘father figure’ Hasler will boost Titans
Kieran Foran says the Titans will fire for interim coach Jimmy Lenihan before his own former mentor Des Hasler arrives in 2024 to showcase "deep love and care".
Dragons retain Hunt, thwart Broncos’ bold poaching bid
St George Illawarra have doubled down on their stance on the Ben Hunt saga, reiterating the captain will not be permitted to leave the struggling NRL club.
Bronco Walsh referred to NRL judiciary for foul rant
Brisbane's Reece Walsh insists his foul-mouthed spray on Sunday was not aimed at referee Chris Butler after he was referred straight to the NRL judiciary.
‘Hunting season’: Knights’ O’Brien knows pressure is on
Back-to-back losses have heaped pressure on Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien as critical games against Canterbury and Wests Tigers loom.
Broncos can win comp without Hunt: Kerrod Walters
Kerrod Walters says Brisbane reminds him of the 1992 outfit that won the title after just missing the finals in 1991 and can succeed without Ben Hunt.
NSW makes Qld premier’s day hoisting Maroon’s colours
A bet between state leaders has put the Queensland Origin Flag atop the Sydney Harbour Bridge after NSW lost to the Maroons.
O’Sullivan in, Marshall-King out for NRL’s Dolphins
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has called up Sean O'Sullivan to return from injury, while hooker Jeremy Marshall-King will miss the NRL clash with Parramatta.
Warriors crush Dragons as disgruntled Hunt misfires
The Warriors have continued their push an NRL top-four finals berth with a crushing win over St George Illawarra as a disgruntled Ben Hunt failed to fire.
Knights not scared of massive Penrith NRL challenge
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien, who believes his team is capable of playing in the NRL finals, will welcome three keys players back to face Penrith.