Conflicting claims as cops fight NRL star assault case
A bloody encounter between an NRL star and two police officers accused of his assault is under the microscope with competing accounts of the night.
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Benji Marshall reconfigures ‘brain-dead’ Tigers
Head coach Benji Marshall has made significant changes to his Wests Tigers team after a humiliating 68-0 loss to Penrith.
Reynolds support not enough to save Broncos star Mam
Brisbane need a win against South Sydney to turn around their season but star playmaker Ezra Mam has been overlooked again for a starting spot.
Sasagi setback as Raiders aim to turn fortunes around
Centre Matt Timoko has revealed Canberra will be without Simi Sasagi for another month as the Raiders prepare for a crucial clash with Parramatta.
‘Need to be better’: Ponga’s vow on tackle technique
Kalyn Ponga will lean on Billy Slater to ensure his tackling technique does not again become an issue in the State of Origin clash in Melbourne.
Supersub Walsh happy to play front row for Queensland
Reece Walsh is ready to do any job required off the bench for Queensland as he salivates over the "scary" prospect of teaming up with Kalyn Ponga.
‘Deeply ashamed’: Knights ban forward for drink-driving
Newcastle have handed up-and-coming forward Jermaine McEwen a one-match ban over a drink-driving incident.
‘It’s sweet’: Moses says he’s in no doubt for Origin II
His selection hopes were under a cloud ahead of NSW's game-two team announcement but five-eighth Mitch Moses insists he will play at the MCG on June 17.
The Bellamy connection that inspires Socceroos boss
Tony Popovic has been inspired by coaching great Craig Bellamy for a long time and the Melbourne coach isn't surprised to see him thriving with the Socceroos.
NSW explain Olakau’atu axing, bring in Nawaqanitawase
Haumole Olakau'atu has been sensationally axed by NSW coach Laurie Daley with the Blues putting their faith in uncapped back-rower Dylan Lucas.
Ex-NRL enforcer finally ‘free’ after coming out as gay
Former prop Kane Evans has become just the second male player in Australian professional rugby league history to come out as gay.
Broncos glory days with Maroons fade as Dolphins soar
Brisbane once provided Queensland with multiple guns in State of Origin but their poor season has led to the Dolphins taking their mantle.
Late drama as Crichton penalty helps Dogs topple Eels
A late penalty conceded by Tallyn Da Silva will dominate NRL debate after Canterbury edged Parramatta 14-12.
Broncos rise to support Arrow in clash with Rabbitohs
Brisbane and South Sydney will band together to support Jai Arrow when the sides clash as Broncos captain Adam Reynolds backs his side to revive their season.
Sharks flyer Mulitalo on fire after ACL recovery
Cronulla winger Ronaldo Mulitalo has scored four tries in three games back from an ACL rupture, and has another jersey in the back of his mind now too.
Maroons name five Dolphins as wrecking ball debuts
Queensland debutant forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki grew up idolising Greg Inglis and now he will get his own chance to wreak State of Origin havoc.
‘Right headspace’: Slater explains Walsh recall
Queensland coach Billy Slater has backed Reece Walsh to perform in whatever role is required as he revealed why the Brisbane fullback deserved a Maroons recall.
Blues set Moses deadline, bring in rookie as insurance
NSW coach Laurie Daley has put his faith in Mitchell Moses' fitness but has called on uncapped Origin rookie Isaiya Katoa as cover for game two of the series.
Walsh recalled as Dolphin debuts in new Maroons squad
Dolphins forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki has been rewarded for a stellar season with a Queensland debut after previously being 20th man as Reece Walsh returns.
Second-half Shark surge ends Dragons’ dream of a double
Cronulla's Braydon Trindall led a second-half points spree to help the Sharks beat St George Illawarra and end the Dragons' hopes of a second straight NRL win.
Benji Marshall apologises for ‘brain-dead’ Tigers
A gutted Benji Marshall has torn strips off his Wests Tigers side following a 68-0 thrashing from NRL ladder leaders Penrith at CommBank Stadium.
‘Really proud’: Penrith post biggest win in history
Penrith have eviscerated a hapless Wests Tigers outfit to claim their biggest win since entering the premiership in 1967.
Eels the Souths of 2026 with $5 million of talent out
Parramatta will play their fourth NRL debutant of 2026, with 10 players set to miss the King's Birthday clash through injury.
Mitch Moses will be fit for Origin if picked: Eels
Parramatta insists Mitch Moses will be fit in time for State of Origin II despite omitting the NSW playmaker from their last match before team selection.
Late Kini stunner sends Broncos’ season into crisis
Brisbane have lost a fifth game in a row to put their NRL title defence in ruins after Gold Coast fullback Keano Kini's fabulous 55m play secured a 28-23 win.
Cobbo double leads Dolphins to fifth straight NRL win
Selwyn Cobbo has scored a double as the Dolphins dismantled the Cowboys in their NRL clash in Townsville.
Fitzgibbon backs home ground ahead of Dragons derby
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon is focusing on the Sharks' clash against St George Illawarra amid rumours circulating about Ocean Protect Stadium's future.
Foreign disinformation operation targeting footy fans
Overseas-run Facebook pages are exploiting Australia's love of footy via a sprawling fake news network that is deceiving and confusing fans.
Why Tigers love Terrell May’s outspoken honesty
Terrell May has divided the NRL with commentary about his career. But his unfiltered thoughts have won the approval of Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall.
Ponga in the wars ahead of second State of Origin
Kalyn Ponga has hurt his neck during Newcastle's tight loss to Melbourne but the injury isn't expected to keep the Queensland fullback out of State of Origin.
Nawaqanitawase guarded on Origin dream after return
NSW Blues prospect Mark Nawaqanitawase isn't getting caught up in selection speculation ahead of the NSW Blues squad announcement on Monday.