Roosters relishing NRL return of Verrills
After some indifferent NRL form, the Sydney Roosters hope the return of first-choice hooker Sam Verrills to their spine reaps rewards against the Warriors.
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NRL approves Milford’s move to Newcastle
The NRL has registered Anthony Milford's Newcastle deal but it will make the former Brisbane star wait at least a month before he can return.
NRL enforcer McGuire back with new outlook
Returning St George Illawarra prop Josh McGuire has made the candid admission he must change the way he plays or risk being rubbed out of the NRL.
Patched-up Arrow fronts up for Souths
Jai Arrow overcame the loss of his grandfather and an infection in his face to star in South Sydney's win over Canterbury.
Second COVID case strikes Storm NRL ranks
Kenny Bromwich is the latest Melbourne player to contract COVID-19 and he will join his brother Jesse watching on for the Storm's NRL clash with Cronulla.
Cleary nears best after avoiding NRL ban
Nathan Cleary has avoided an NRL ban for dangerous contact on Billy Walters, with the Penrith star believing he's nearing his best again after shoulder surgery.
Reborn Fifita thrives off Sharks revival
Andrew Fifita is not the player he once was but the Cronulla prop is savouring every moment of his redefined role under new boss Craig Fitzgibbon.
Penrith make it 20 straight NRL home wins
Penrith have made history by becoming the first team in the NRL era to win 20 straight home games, accounting for Brisbane 40-12.
Bulldogs’ patches of quality buoy Barrett
Canterbury coach Trent Barrett believes his side are beginning to turn the corner after facing all of last year's top four in successive weeks.
Souths’ Cook rips Bulldogs apart in NRL
South Sydney have inflicted more pain on Canterbury by claiming a 36-16 NRL victory at Accor Stadium.
Sharks a model of NRL consistency: Bellamy
Ahead of their anticipated NRL clash, Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy says Cronulla's consistency has been key to their ladder surge.
Holmes’ switch a winner for NRL Cowboys
North Queensland star Valentine Holmes continues to shine in the centres, scoring a try as the Cowboys rolled Canberra in the nation's capital.
Trbojevic absence a relief for Gold Coast
Tom Trbojevic's absence from Manly's line-up is providing comfort to Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook after being mauled by the NRL superstar twice in 2021.
Titans teammate hails hard-running Marzhew
Gold Coast's Patrick Herbert has hailed the courage and hard work of Titans winger Greg Marzhew, who is quickly becoming a vital cog in the NRL team.
Cowboys show character in comeback NRL win
North Queensland Cowboys captain Chad Townsend says his side's DNA shone through in a comeback 18-12 win against Canberra.
Bulldogs search for Addo-Carr NRL solution
Canterbury know they must get Josh Addo-Carr better ball in order to make full use of the NRL's fastest man and end his try-scoring drought.
‘Pathetic’ Raiders cough up 12-point lead
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has said his players did not meet NRL standards as three second-half tries carried North Queensland to an 18-12 victory.
Angry NSWRL threaten ARLC over funds
The NSWRL have hit out at Peter V'landys, claiming they haven't heard from the ARLC chair since their election and threatening action if funding isn't resumed.
Knights make NRLW coaching change
Ronald Griffiths has been appointed head coach of the Newcastle Knights' NRLW side for the upcoming 2022 season.
Unwanted Tariq Sims keen to play on in NRL
Off-contract and unwanted by St George Illawarra, NSW State of Origin backrower Tariq Sims says he is still in his prime with more to offer in the NRL.
Broncos unhappy about NRL’s Haas sanction
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters says the NRL club isn't pleased with the one-game suspension given to Payne Haas over an off-field incident.
Storm vow to stop Munster NRL release bid
Melbourne will shut off any attempt from Cameron Munster's manager Braith Anasta to engineer an early release from the club.
Demetriou disappointed by Milford outcome
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou hopes Anthony Milford can rekindle his NRL career after a move to the Rabbitohs fell through.
Herbert comfortable with NRL challenges
Gold Coast's Patrick Herbert says the ends justified the means after deliberately conceding a penalty to use an NRL captain's challenge against Parramatta.
Storm NRL warning forecast for Shark Hynes
Nicho Hynes says Cronulla will get a real picture of where they stand after their NRL clash with Melbourne, as the half expects to be targeted by old teammates.
Brooks no longer calling shots at Tigers
Luke Brooks has admitted he is no longer the Wests Tigers' dominant half, passing the baton to Jackson Hastings as he focuses on his running game at No.6.
Barrett wants better for Bulldogs halves
Canterbury coach Trent Barrett wants his halves to get their hands on the ball more, but concedes that can only be done if the rest of his NRL team step up.
Storm stars urge Munster to stay
Cameron Munster's future is becoming a major NRL talking point and fellow Melbourne stars are urging the five-eighth to recommit to the Storm.
Warriors coach stands by banned NRL winger
Warriors coach Nathan Brown says he hopes Marcelo Montoya's NRL ban for his on-field homophobic slur won't lead to judgements against the winger.
Caution urged on Raiders’ Savage inclusion
Youngster Xavier Savage has been named for Canberra's NRL clash with North Queensland, but coach Ricky Stuart says there's no pressure on the teenager.
Cleary can become Penrith’s greatest ever
Penrith believe Nathan Cleary can become their greatest ever player after he and father Ivan opted to forego more money elsewhere to stay at the NRL club.