Broncos whip Tigers for best season start since 1998
Brisbane remain undefeated on top of the NRL ladder after a powerful and razzle-dazzle display in a 46-12 demolition of Wests Tigers.
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‘I’ll never give up on this group’: Sheens backs Tigers
After a fifth straight loss to start 2023 Wests Tigers coach, Tim Sheens expects to cop plenty of heat this week, but he retains faith in better days ahead.
Nikorima the injury-riddled Dolphins next halves answer
Kodi Nikorima is set to become the Dolphins' third halfback in as many games after Anthony Milford damaged his hamstring in the NRL loss to St George Illawarra.
Liddle eyes shot as Dragons’ eventual 80-minute hooker
Jacob Liddle has set the goal of keeping St George Illawarra's starting hooker role, and can eventually see himself building towards being an 80-minute player.
Walsh studying Gutherson in bid for Qld Origin debut
Brisbane NRL fullback Reece Walsh wants to improve his defence and work rate to earn a Queensland jersey, and sees Parramatta's Clint Gutherson as a role model.
League great Backo critically ill after heart attack
Sam Backo is in a Cairns hospital in a critical condition after the Canberra, Queensland and Kangaroos rugby league great suffered a heart attack.
Holbrook hails two key Titans signings after injuries
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook has secured hooker Kruise Leeming and prop Thomas Mikaele from Super League and says Kieran Foran's calf strain is on the mend.
Burton field goal seals Bulldogs’ NRL win over Cowboys
Canterbury five-eighth Matt Burton has slotted a field goal as the Bulldogs scored a 15-14 NRL win over North Queensland in extra time at Accor Stadium.
Johnson leads Warriors to 32-30 NRL win over Sharks
The Warriors have sealed a 32-30 win over Cronulla after Shaun Johnson kicked a penalty goal in the dying seconds of a dramatic NRL clash.
Bulldog Burton’s JT moment ices Cowboys in extra time
After missing a late conversion attempt, Canterbury five-eighth Matt Burton slotted a field goal in extra-time to help the Bulldogs edge North Queensland.
‘Clunky’ Raiders aim for smooth NRL win against Penrith
Under-fire Canberra will host Penrith on Friday night, with each side desperate to earn just their second win of the young NRL season.
Sharks keep outside backs intact, re-sign Sione Katoa
Sione Katoa has become the fourth member of Cronulla's backline to re-sign with the club, after initial fears the Sharks could struggle to keep the quartet.
Suaalii key in Roosters win after Tedesco concussion
Rugby-bound Sydney Rooster Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has played a key role in their 28-20 win over Parramatta, after James Tedesco was hit high and concussed.
Eels’ effort better than at same point in 2022: Arthur
Parramatta have slumped to 1-4 after making last year's grand final, but coach Brad Arthur is adamant his team's effort is up on the early rounds of 2022.
Suaalii still shining in the glare of his rugby switch
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has praised Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii's ability to put the talk of his rugby switch to the side and star against Parramatta.
Robinson calls for clarity on punishment for high shots
Roosters' Trent Robinson says the NRL must clarify how it will penalise high shots that result in concussion, following the hit that flattened James Tedesco.
Griffin adamant Dragons aren’t distracted by his future
Under-fire St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin is adamant neither he nor his players are affected by the ongoing conjecture over his future.
We’d pay more than $1million for Wighton: Bennett
Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett has confirmed the club will hold talks with Canberra No.6 Jack Wighton and has the cash to secure him if he's the right fit.
Iszac could have lost his legs: Titans’ Tino on brother
An emotional Titans captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has explained how younger brother Iszac overcame leg-saving hip surgery as a youth to play in the NRL.
Webcke hails ‘ruthless’ Broncos as 1998 record looms
Shane Webcke was in the last Broncos team to start a season with five straight wins and there's a lot he likes about the 2023 side as they prepare to do same.
Ricky launches passionate Raider pitch to keep Wighton
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says the Raiders will do all they can to keep star Jack Wighton, who has declined an option to extend his deal by an extra year.
Manly five-eighth Josh Schuster out with quad injury
Manly's Josh Schuster has suffered another injury setback and will miss the round-five clash against Newcastle.
Suaalii’s rugby switch obvious for years: Demetriou
Souths coach Jason Demetriou says Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii has been planning his code hop for years but cast doubt on Cam Murray following the Rooster to rugby.
How Tigers great Brasher found Dolphins rookie Bostock
Jack Bostock will make his NRL debut on the wing for the Dolphins in round five, after Tim Brasher's old Tigers connection with his father played a role.
Injured Storm star Papenhuyzen running on grass again
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen is closing in on a long-awaited return from injury and has begun running on grass again.
Sheens endorses Marshall’s Pearce pursuit for Tigers
Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens says the club's pursuit of Mitchell Pearce was carried out with his endorsement.
Canberra confirm Taufa, Apps leaves Dragons in NRLW
Canberra have confirmed the shock acquisition of Parramatta NRLW captain Simaima Taufa, while Kezie Apps is leaving St George Illawarra.
NRLW’s Dragons sign Dally M medallist McGregor
St George Illawarra have landed reigning Dally M medallist Raecene McGregor on the first day of the NRLW transfer window.
Sharks hope to ride on back of Hynes to NRL premiership
The Sharks are thrilled to have Dally M Medallist Nicho Hynes back from injury and believe the classy halfback can guide the team to an NRL premiership in 2023.
Manly re-sign youngest Trbojevic brother Ben
Manly have re-signed rising star Ben Trbojevic through to the end of the 2024 NRL season.
Jaxson Paulo relishing fresh start at Sydney Roosters
Winger Jaxson Paulo has bounced back from the online abuse he suffered at South Sydney and is thriving at their cross-town rivals the Sydney Roosters.