Being ‘written off’ versus Panthers motivates St Helens
A sense of "disrespect" is driving English club St Helens to upset the odds in their forthcoming World Club Challenge clash with Penrith Panthers.
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Brodie signs on to stay in England until 2030
Brodie Croft has agreed a huge eight-year deal with British Super League club Salford ending speculation about a return to NRL for the Australian halfback.
Alleged NRL recording of meeting angers players union
Players' union board member Christian Welch says the NRL integrity unit must investigate an alleged recording of a player meeting by one of their executives.
Raiders champion Croker won’t quit on 300 club ‘dream’
Canberra centre Jarrod Croker is stuck on 292 NRL games and is out to prove he still belongs in the Raiders' best 17 ahead of the coming season.
‘I see that as my jersey’: Titans’ Sexton wants No.7
Toby Sexton had a tough year at No.7 for Gold Coast last year but he's not about to let Tanah Boyd take his halfback spot without a fight.
Storm’s Munster battling injury ahead of new NRL season
Cameron Munster says he's struggling to shake a pelvic injury that he's carried since last June, although the Storm ace is in no danger of missing round one.
Mitchell, Wighton cleared for All Stars after arrest
Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton will receive a local welcome in Rotorua on Tuesday after joining the Indigenous camp following their arrest.
Second-rower Blore aims to repay Wests Tigers’ faith
Shawn Blore missed the entire 2022 season with a knee injury and is aiming to make an impact on his return to the NRL with the Wests Tigers.
Jesse Bromwich named inaugural Dolphins captain
Jesse Bromwich says he can't wait to captain the Dolphins in their inaugural NRL season and Wayne Bennett says his new skipper will lead from the front.
Waerea-Hargreaves, Manu miss NRL All Stars with injury
Star Roosters duo Jared Waerea-Hargreaves and Joey Manu have been ruled out of the NRL All Stars clash with injury, joining Josh Addo-Carr on the sidelines.
Asofa-Solomona among latest NRL All Stars withdrawals
Withdrawals from the NRL All Stars match in New Zealand continue, with Melbourne prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona among the latest to drop out.
Latrell, Wighton set to face court over alleged fight
NRL stars Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have been charged over an alleged incident outside a Canberra nightclub, and will face court later this month.
Walters to share Federer lessons with young Broncos
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says his youthful squad have plenty of improvement in them and hopes examples from a tennis great can help them take the next step.
Mitchell, Wighton apologise for late-night wrestle
Latrell Mitchell and Jack Wighton have jetted off to join the Indigenous All Stars camp, having issued an apology for their "embarrassing" arrest in Canberra.
Driving charge puts Broncos forward in more strife
Brisbane forward TC Robati, currently stood down from all Broncos activities, has been charged with allegedly driving without a licence.
Reynolds earns Dogs NRL deal while Martin, Paix re-sign
Josh Reynolds has sealed an unlikely return to Canterbury on a one-season deal, while Liam Martin and Cory Paix have re-signed with their respective NRL clubs.
Cory Paix re-signs with Broncos until end of 2025
Cory Paix is set to keep Billy Walters honest for the starting hooker position after extending his stay at the Broncos for another two years.
Sheens tells Brooks to embrace the ’05 vibe
Tim Sheens wants to take Wests Tigers back to the future with an unorthodox style of play, one his halves pairing says will shock a few NRL rivals.
Cowboys prop to build on 2022 breakout season
The pain of a preliminary final loss has North Queensland prop Reuben Cotter hungry for more in 2023, as the prop looks to string together a full NRL season.
Storm hooker Harry Grant set to evolve his game
Melbourne's Harry Grant will be the undisputed number one hooker at the NRL club for the first time in his career, and has been backed to embrace the challenge.
Tanah Boyd in Titans’ seven heaven thanks to Foran
Gold Coast playmaker Tanah Boyd has revealed why he is ready to put his stamp on the halfback role for the NRL club in 2023.
Matterson denied bid to convert NRL ban into fine
Ryan Matterson's bid to turn his three-match ban into a $4000 fine has been denied by the NRL, after he initially opted to take the on-field sanction.
NRL denies rejecting league pregnancy and leave policy
The NRL has issued a statement saying it has been working on a NRLW pregnancy policy since last October, denying reports it had rejected a proposal by the RLPA.
Taupau a Bronco after ‘really crazy 24 to 48 hours’
New Brisbane recruit Marty Taupau has gone from the uncertainty of unemployment to a Broncos deal on the back of hard work after nearly becoming an Eel.
Turbo ready for NRL return as Seibold dismisses critics
Anthony Seibold has hit back at detractors of Manly star Tom Trbojevic as he returned from a physical rehabilitation programme in the US.
Miller’s Knights move sets Ponga switch in motion
Cronulla's Lachlan Miller has agreed to move to Newcastle on a three-year contract, clearing the way for Kalyn Ponga to get a crack at playing five-eighth.
Mitch pitch: Brooks’ Tigers plea to Moses
Luke Brooks hopes to convince off-contract Parramatta playmaker Mitchell Moses that returning to the Wests Tigers is the best option for his career.
Niu start for Dolphin under wise Woolf
Tesi Niu is targeting a starting NRL centre spot at the Dolphins as he reunites with his Tongan coach Kristian Woolf after securing a release from the Broncos.
NRLW high priority in renewed CBA talks
The NRLW's CBA is likely to be a major priority when the NRL and the RLPA meet later this week to restart negotiations.
Dolphins name Katoa, ‘Big Val’ for trial
The Dolphins will play their first ever trial on Saturday with exciting Tongan teenager Isaiya Katoa and a giant centre nicknamed 'Val Meninga' in the team.
Fifita calls for better NRL medical help
Recently-retired Cronulla prop Andrew Fifita says he feels rushed into having six surgeries in 12 months due to the NRL's current medical policies.