Luai, Walsh sent off for headbutting in Origin II
Jarome Luai and Reece Walsh have been sent off for head-butting one another in the final seconds of State of Origin II.
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DCE leadership key to Maroons’ stunning series win
Daly Cherry-Evans has captained Queensland to three series wins out of four and the 34 year old set the benchmark for his team of tyros to follow in fine style.
Maroons polish off Blues to seal Origin series win
Queensland have sealed an emphatic State of Origin defence with a game in hand, beating NSW 32-6 at Suncorp Stadium.
Trbojevic suffers pec injury minutes into Origin II
State of Origin II got off to a sub-optimal start for NSW as centre Tom Trbojevic had to leave the field with a pectoral injury.
Future return to league ‘too far’ to consider: Suaalii
Code-hopper Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will be 24 years old when his rugby union contract is up, but says a possible return to the NRL is still too far to consider.
Blues plot northern ambush in women’s Origin decider
NSW coach Kylie Hilder says there's been zero talk of aggregate score in State of Origin camp this week as her Blues plot a series win on enemy soil.
Storm skipper Welch’s words of wisdom for Jennings
Winger George Jennings says Storm captain Christian Welch, who was also in the rehab ward, helped with his frustratingly long recovery from knee surgery.
Canterbury’s Jake Averillo signs with Dolphins
Utility back Jake Averillo will join the Dolphins from 2024, his current club Canterbury has confirmed.
No interest in underdog tag on NSW Origin judgement day
For the first time since the State of Origin playing days of Cameron Smith and Billy Slater, the NSW Blues find themselves as considerable underdogs.
‘Special’ ties bind Maroons’ Ben Hunt and Harry Grant
To understand why Maroons hookers Ben Hunt and Harry Grant are a lethal duo on the field you need to look into their past in a small Central Queensland town.
Halfback Fogarty open to criticism after blowout losses
Canberra halfback Jamal Fogarty is encouraging coach Ricky Stuart to be more critical of his performances after the Raiders' recent poor home record.
Ikin: QRL wants Slater to stay on as Maroons coach
Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin says Maroons coach Billy Slater and the team continue to improve and expects the trend to continue if he stays in the role.
Mitchell ruled out of Rabbitohs’ clash with Cowboys
After leaving NSW's State of Origin camp early, Latrell Mitchell will miss Sunday's NRL clash between South Sydney and North Queensland with his calf injury.
‘Sub-par’ Canberra stadium facilities cost opportunity
The NRL thinks a new stadium should be built in Canberra's Civic area and has criticised the "sub-par" facilities at GIO Stadium in suburban Bruce.
Dragons players back Flanagan amid Hunt drama
Ben Hunt may want out of St George Illawarra but teammates are looking forward to a new chapter under incoming coach Shane Flanagan.
Embarrassment can be good motivator, NSW coach Fittler
Brad Fittler says his NSW team can't afford to slip up by relaxing again if they are ahead late in State of Origin II in Brisbane on Wednesday night.
Copping sprays ‘the best part about Origin’: Cook
NSW aren't afraid to cop some verbal barbs as the Blues look to level the State of Origin series before a hostile Brisbane crowd at Suncorp Stadium.
Versatile Cotter a deadly tentacle in Maroons octopus
Reuben Cotter has been named on the bench for Queensland but coach Billy Slater says he could start in the back row or slot in at hooker during Origin II.
Warriors play down early NRL return for Tuivasa-Sheck
Rugby union convert and former Dally M winner Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is seemingly not in the picture for a Warriors return this season, according to their coach.
Speedy Hamiso the gift that will keep giving: Fabri
Maroons centre Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has been likened to the great David Peachey and sprint coach Roger Fabri says he's 'not touching the surface' of his talent.
Cherry-Evans inspired by ethos of Khawaja’s fightback
Queensland captain Daly Cherry-Evans and Test opener Usman Khawaja share a lot in common and the Maroons No.7 says both find solace in their "happy place".
NRL’s Lodge to leave Roosters immediately
Matthew Lodge is on the lookout for a new club after being granted an immediate release from his Sydney Roosters deal.
Upton looking to ride Queensland wave in Origin II
With a clear plan of attack and a sea of Maroon at their backs, Tamika Upton hopes her side can ride a Queensland wave in Origin's Townsville decider.
Maroons stalwart new Broncos football manager
Brisbane have secured a replacement for former head of football Ben Ikin with Joe McDermott to work alongside head NRL coach Kevin Walters.
Meticulous rehab pays Origin II dividends for Murray
Cameron Murray has been cleared to play for NSW in State of Origin II after emerging injury-free from a training session following a groin complaint.
Roosters receive welcome news on Luke Keary injury
Luke Keary has been cleared of a serious jaw injury in a boost to the Sydney Roosters' flagging NRL premiership fortunes.
DCE: Complacency a ‘dirty word’ in Maroons camp
Queensland's Origin preparations appear seamless but captain Daly Cherry-Evans says any perception of a "Serenity Now" camp of bliss are far from the truth.
Stuart’s advice sticks with Young on second NSW chance
As he prepared for a second chance at State of Origin football, Hudson Young called on his Canberra coach and 14-time Blue Ricky Stuart for advice.
Wait and see on father-son clash: Kyle Flanagan
Canterbury's Kyle Flanagan could soon be in for his first NRL game against father Shane, who takes charge of St George Illawarra next season.
Dragons dig in heels in bid to hold on to Hunt
St George Illawarra remain adamant they can convince skipper Ben Hunt, who on the weekend requested a release from the NRL club, to see out his contract.
‘You are Queensland’s 13’: How Bennett inspired Tino
Queensland forward Tino Fa'asuamaleaui says 2020 coach Wayne Bennett gave him the belief he could shine as a State of Origin player.