NRL’s Penrith sign Paul Alamoti, Brad Schneider
Penrith have signed promising Canterbury rookie Paul Alamoti as they prepare to farewell star centre Stephen Crichton.
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Tedesco admits favouritism weighed Roosters down
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has conceded the club's status as pre-season NRL favourites weighed them down early in the year.
Warriors name Shaun Johnson for must-win NRL semi-final
Influential half Shaun Johnson has been named to return from his calf injury as the Warriors prepare to host an NRL finals match for the first time since 2008.
Knights back Gamble after shot at Willie Mason
Newcastle star Kalyn Ponga says Tyson Gamble was right to fire back at criticism from Willie Mason, rejecting suggestions the Knights are a one-man team.
Chastened Munster in Storm warning for Roosters
Cameron Munster says he was poor for Melbourne against Brisbane but won't have another bad game against the Sydney Roosters in their sudden death final.
Dynamic Cobbo, Walsh bond forged in Broncos academy
Brisbane winger Selwyn Cobbo has scored plenty of his 20 NRL tries this year from a Reece Walsh pass or kick and their rapport has been years in the making.
‘He gets it’: Barnett thrives under Webster at Warriors
Warriors forward Mitch Barnett signed to play under Nathan Brown, but is in stunning form under rookie coach Andrew Webster who he says has unlocked his best.
Storm hooker Grant ponders SOS to immortal Smith
Melbourne hooker Harry Grant believes an SOS to Storm immortal Cameron Smith wouldn't hurt ahead of the club's elimination final against the Sydney Roosters.
Bellamy spray will rev Storm up against Roosters: Smith
Brandon Smith says a trademark Craig Bellamy outburst will ensure Melbourne don't approach their clash with the Sydney Roosters like they did against Brisbane.
Pearce calls time on decorated rugby league career
Mitchell Pearce has announced he will retire from rugby league at the end of 2023, ending any chance of a return to the NRL.
Billy Smith’s broken jaw adds to Roosters’ injury toll
Sydney Roosters centre Billy Smith is out of a do-or-die NRL semi-final against Melbourne after playing 38 minutes against Cronulla with a broken jaw.
Flegler gets dream Broncos script, declares Waugh
Brisbane prop Thomas Flegler's hunger for improvement is like Steve Waugh's "never satisfied" approach as he prepares for a final home game in Broncos colours.
Storm want ‘last laugh’ over old mate Brandon Smith
Former Melbourne hooker Brandon Smith labelled the Storm's loss to Brisbane as "putrid" to set-up a blockbuster semi-final clash with the Sydney Roosters.
Wighton biting charge goes straight to NRL judiciary
Incoming South Sydney signing Jack Wighton is facing a lengthy NRL ban if found guilty of biting Newcastle's Tyson Gamble in his final game for Canberra.
Newcastle’s Gamble gives Big Willie a tongue lashing
Tyson Gamble says criticism from former Newcastle prop Willie Mason has inspired the Knights' hard-working spine to lift for the finals.
‘Bring your work boots’: Broncos ethos driving success
The Broncos pulverised the Storm to set up a home grand final qualifier by enacting a mantra involving hard work and lots of it.
Warriors still believe in title bid: Nicoll-Klokstad
Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad says the Warriors can't get hung up on their heavy loss to Penrith.
‘Remember 1999’: Storm great gives Welch title reboot
A text message from club legend Matt Geyer recalling a finals comeback for the ages has renewed Melbourne's faith, Storm captain Christian Welch says.
Newcastle snatch drama-charged finals win over Canberra
Newcastle have claimed a 30-28 extra time win over Canberra in their elimination final to book their place in the NRL semi-finals.
Papenhuyzen plight gives Hastings an injury perspective
Jackson Hastings hopes his season isn't over after he failed to finish Newcastle's elimination final win over Canberra.
Gamble keen to move on from Wighton biting claim
Tyson Gamble stopped short of retracting his claim he was bitten by Jack Wighton but said he hoped the outgoing Canberra star wouldn't be sanctioned.
Confidence key as Roosters’ Walker proves his point
With a point to prove in the Sydney Roosters' elimination final win over Cronulla, Sam Walker showed he had never lost confidence despite a tough 2023.
Canberra thrash Cowboys to keep NRLW finals hopes alive
Canberra and Gold Coast have scored emphatic wins in the race for the NRLW finals, beating North Queensland and Parramatta respectively.
NRL probes Valentine Holmes white bag photo
A photo circulating online showing North Queensland centre Valentine Holmes posing with a bag of white powder is being investigated by the NRL's integrity unit.
Injury-hit Roosters count cost of thrilling finals win
The Sydney Roosters could be without up to 1000 games-worth of NRL experience in their semi-final against Melbourne after a brutal 13-12 win over Cronulla.
Upbeat Luai set to bounce back into premiership tilt
Nathan Cleary is keen to welcome his partner-in-crime Jarome Luai back from the injury that originally looked a chance to scupper Penrith's finals hopes.
Hetherington, Schiller set for finals clash of cousins
Canberra legend Brett Mullins and the rest of his family will have divided allegiances when Newcastle and the Raiders meet this Sunday.
Warriors must respond swiftly after Panthers thrashing
The Warriors must quickly get their act together after being on the wrong end of a finals masterclass from Penrith.
Sharks defend call to take goal with Roosters on ropes
Cronulla have stood by a decision to take a penalty goal against 12-man Sydney Roosters during the second half of their elimination-final loss.
Walker helps Roosters pip Sharks in elimination final
Sam Walker has kicked a late field goal to help the Sydney Roosters to a gripping 13-12 NRL elimination final win over Cronulla.
Webster confident in Johnson to return for NRL semi
Shaun Johnson's absence cost the Warriors dearly in a big qualifying-final loss to Penrith but their coach is confident he will return for next week.