Cleary headlines NRL stars to make return
Penrith have opted against playing mind games before the grand final rematch with South Sydney after naming Nathan Cleary in the No.7 jersey.
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Robinson to miss Roosters trip with COVID
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson will watch his NRL team's clash with North Queensland from home after contracting COVID-19.
Panthers rookies unfazed by rematch hype
It will be a different-looking Penrith to the side that claimed the 2021 NRL premiership when the Panthers play South Sydney in a grand final rematch.
Bennett, ex-girlfriend vouch for Sailor
NRL coach Wayne Bennett has vouched for the character of Tristan Sailor, who is accused of raping a woman while she was unconscious or too drunk to consent.
Slater gets Maroons coaches dream team
Billy Slater will bring Cameron Smith and Johnathan Thurston into Queensland State of Origin camp as assistants in his first year as Maroons coach.
Refs erred over Asofa-Solomona tackle: NRL
The NRL says its referees and match review committee made a mistake by not sin-binning or banning Melbourne's Nelson Asofa-Solomona for a high tackle.
Tolman wants more NRL beyond 300 games
Cronulla prop Aiden Tolman will play his 300th NRL game on Friday against Newcastle but is hoping to extend his career for a few more seasons.
Arrow says revenge not key for Rabbitohs
South Sydney's Jai Arrow says his team aren't about revenge and will just look to play their best in their NRL grand final rematch with Penrith on Friday.
Tigers must stay positive in horror start
Young Wests Tigers players have been told to stay optimistic and move past losses fast after their worst start to a season in 15 years.
Isaako a chance with Titans young gun hurt
Gold Coast recruit Jamayne Isaako is poised to debut for the Titans in Thursday's NRL clash against Wests Tigers, with Jayden Campbell in doubt.
Stone’s Eels career ends with ACL rupture
Parramatta's Ray Stone has played his last game for the NRL club after scans confirmed he ruptured an ACL scoring the match-winning try against Melbourne.
Dragons’ George Burgess free to play: NRL
St George Illawarra prop and England international George Burgess will be allowed to keep playing in the NRL until he faces court on a sexual touching charge.
Wakeham passes first test as Bulldogs half
Brandon Wakeham will likely get a shot to wear the Canterbury No.7 jersey after getting an early pass mark from coach Trent Barrett in the 13-12 loss to Manly.
Cherry-Evans field goal kicks Manly home
Daly Cherry-Evans has proven the difference again after slotting the 23rd field goal of his career to help Manly to a 13-12 NRL win over Canterbury.
Dearden ‘belongs’ in Brisbane NRL return
Victory was sweet for North Queensland's Tom Dearden, who pulled the strings in his first game in Brisbane since being let go by the Broncos last year.
Cowboys beat Broncos after Nanai hat-trick
North Queensland have dominated NRL rivals Brisbane in a 38-12 win at Suncorp Stadium, with backrower Jeremiah Nanai scoring three tries.
Brisbane on target for fourth NRLW title
Brisbane have taken little joy in claiming another NRLW minor premiership as they turn their focus to a fourth straight title after beating Parramatta 38-4.
Eels bundled out, Titans into NRLW semis
Gold Coast have beaten Newcastle 14-10 to book an NRLW semi-final against St George Illawarra after the Dragons were beaten to top spot by Brisbane.
‘Inexcusable’: Barnett faces long NRL ban
Newcastle forward Mitchell Barnett faces a long NRL ban after being sent straight to the judiciary for his elbow to the head of Penrith's Chris Smith.
Raiders stun Titans in epic NRL comeback
Canberra have stormed back from 22 points down to beat Gold Coast 24-22 in an NRL thriller on Saturday night.
Injury sours Ray Stone’s NRL golden moment
Ray Stone was an unlikely hero for Parramatta, scoring twice for a 28-24 golden point win over Melbourne but he also suffered a knee injury in the process.
Penrith go top after NRL win over Knights
Unbeaten Penrith have climbed to the top of the NRL ladder, beating Newcastle 38-20 after the Knights had Mitch Barnett sent off in the first half.
Dragons poised for NRLW minor premiership
St George Illawarra have edged the Sydney Roosters 16-10 and are set to win the NRLW minor premiership for the first time, ending Brisbane's domination.
Barrett warns Dogs against wounded Manly
Canterbury coach Trent Barrett has warned his side it must expect a fierce challenge from Manly when he returns to 4 Pines Park on Sunday evening.
Cowboys keep calm before Broncos derby
North Queensland coach Todd Payten expects a hostile environment when his side clashes in their derby with Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium.
Free Tiger attack still on agenda: Maguire
Michael Maguire insists a move to free up the Wests Tigers remains an objective for 2022 after the club slumped to a 0-3 start to the NRL season.
Johnson a chance for early Warriors return
The Warriors are hopeful Shaun Johnson could return a week early from his pectoral injury and face Brisbane in round four of the NRL.
Mitchell stars in Souths’ spicy derby win
Latrell Mitchell and Cam Murray have led South Sydney to an emphatic 28-16 NRL derby win over the Sydney Roosters.
Maguire fumes over ‘ridiculous’ NRL call
Under-pressure coach Michael Maguire has made his fury clear over a failure to refer a close call for a try to the bunker in Wests Tigers' loss to the Warriors.
Smith named as Storm battle injury woes
Melbourne Storm have named Brandon Smith to play against Parramatta despite the hooker breaking his hand two weeks ago.
Ponga out of Knights’ Panthers test
Kalyn Ponga won't play in Newcastle's NRL round-three clash with reigning premiers Penrith due to a minor knee complaint.