NRL weigh up possible Stuart fine over refs comment
The NRL's referees boss Jared Maxwell has shot down claims by Canberra coach Ricky Stuart that his powers have been diminished by head office.
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Hynes injury no excuse for big Knights loss: Sharks
Nicho Hynes missed Cronulla's hefty loss to Newcastle but coach Craig Fitzgibbon says more went wrong for the Sharks than just his halfback's training injury.
Waerea-Hargreaves cops one ban, will fight another
Sydney Roosters firebrand Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has accepted a three-game ban at the NRL judiciary but will fight his grade-two dangerous contact charge.
Reynolds finals fit, plots 23-year first for Broncos
Adam Reynolds hasn't won a minor premiership, and while he'll miss Thursday night's Storm clash he wants to play a role in Brisbane achieving a rare feat.
NRL finals fates hinge on fitness as stars sidelined
A number of the NRL's star names are facing late fitness tests, with the final week of the regular season likely to be hit by missing players.
Souths on verge of historic NRL collapse amid dramas
South Sydney's off-field dramas have dominated the headlines for a week, but on the field the Rabbitohs are at risk of the worst capitulation of the NRL era.
Canberra to challenge Horsburgh’s shoulder-charge ban
Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh will head to the NRL judiciary in a bid to overturn a shoulder-charge ban ahead of the Raiders' final-round trip to Cronulla.
Raiders setback as Horsburgh faces three-match ban
Canberra's hopes of making the NRL finals have taken another blow, with forward Corey Horsburgh hit with a suspension for a shoulder charge against Brisbane.
Ponga injured as Knights confirm NRL finals berth
Newcastle have sealed their NRL finals spot with a 32-6 win over Cronulla but may pay a price for the victory after Kalyn Ponga left the game injured.
Waerea-Hargreaves hit hard by NRL over two offences
Prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves must win two separate cases at the NRL judiciary to play in the Sydney Roosters' must-win last-round match against South Sydney.
Brigginshaw breaks nose in crucial Broncos NRLW win
Ali Brigginshaw has provided two crucial plays to help Brisbane to a vital 40-8 NRLW win over Canberra, before leaving the field with a broken nose.
Cherry-Evans sends Test reminder in Manly’s big win
Daly Cherry-Evans has starred in Manly's 42-24 NRL win over Canterbury, before conceding he is still behind Nathan Cleary in the race to be Australia's No.7.
Broncos can’t wait for bogey side Storm visit: Walters
Brisbane can wrap up the minor premiership with a win over Melbourne at Suncorp Stadium, a venue where they have not beaten the Storm since 2009.
Papenhuyzen ready for more minutes after NRL return
Playing 20 minutes against Gold Coast after 13 months out, Ryan Papenhuyzen is hoping for more game time against Brisbane as the Storm prepare for NRL finals.
Ponga injured as Knights confirm berth in NRL finals
Newcastle have sealed their NRL finals spot with a 32-6 win over Cronulla but they may pay a price for the victory after Kalyn Ponga left the game injured.
Robinson lauds Walker after successful NRL return
Sydney Roosters halfback Sam Walker has impressed his coach and halves partner on return from a long-term knee injury.
Cherry-Evans stars as Manly easily account for Bulldogs
Daly Cherry-Evans and Haumole Olakau'atu have played starring roles to help Manly to a 42-24 NRL win over Canterbury.
‘I’m pissed off’: Ricky whacks refs after Broncos loss
Brisbane have moved top of the NRL ladder after a thrilling 29-18 win against Canberra, with Ricky Stuart taking aim at some contentious refereeing decisions.
Raiders’ season on brink ahead of last-round clash
Canberra are hanging on to a spot in the NRL top eight for dear life and must put aside a disappointing loss to Brisbane before a crunch encounter next weekend.
JWH’s headbutt and Manu injury give Roosters nervy wait
Joey Manu and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves are in doubt for the Sydney Roosters' must-win clash with Souths after a brutal NRL win over Wests Tigers.
Storm’s Hughes set to miss final round with knee injury
Just ahead of the NRL finals, Melbourne No.7 Jahrome Hughes left AAMI Park in a knee brace and is set to be ruled out of their last-round clash with Brisbane.
Papenhuyzen makes winning return from injury for Storm
Fan favourite Ryan Papenhuyzen has made a winning NRL comeback at AAMI Park, returning from injury as Melbourne ran away with a 37-16 victory over Gold Coast.
Roosters belt Tigers for biggest win in NRLW history
The Sydney Roosters notched the biggest winning margin in NRLW history with a 48-10 thrashing of Wests Tigers at Allianz Stadium.
Sharks downplay Hynes’ injury ahead of Knights clash
Cronulla are confident Nicho Hynes' quad injury is not serious as they prepare to face in-form Newcastle without their marquee man.
Sea Eagles coach urges Schuster to follow Fifita lead
Manly coach Anthony Seibold says axed playmaker Josh Schuster faces the same predicament once experienced by Gold Coast superstar and talent David Fifita.
Dolphins’ Josh Kerr gets a week for hip-drop tackle
Dolphins forward Josh Kerr will miss his side's last game of the season after being charged for a hip-drop tackle.
Broncos down Raiders, close in on NRL minor premiership
Brisbane are on top of the NRL ladder after a thrilling 29-18 win against Canberra, with winger Selwyn Cobbo grabbing a hat-trick of tries.
Tough love drives Dolphins’ Isaako toward 33-year first
Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako is close to matching Mal Meninga's 1990 feat of being the season's leading try and points scorer, after Wayne Bennett saved him.
Roosters count cost of brutal NRL win over Tigers
Joey Manu, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, Victor Radley and Billy Smith are all in doubt for the Roosters' must-win clash with Souths after a brutal win over Wests.
Penrith team speculation won’t help Cowboys: Payten
Cowboys coach Todd Payten says his side must be better no matter what team changes Penrith make in next week's finals deciding clash.
Titans down Dragons despite Berry’s four-try heroics
Gold Coast have gone 4-2 on the NRLW season by beating the Dragons 23-22 despite four tries for Teagan Berry, while elsewhere Parramatta beat the Cowboys.