Painful lessons drive Riki’s Broncos title quest
Broncos second-rower Jordan Riki says last year's late-season fadeout "really burnt us all" and is driving his hunger to succeed in finals football in 2023.
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‘Reasonably significant’: Penrith deny resting fit men
Penrith have been coy on the status of players coming out of the team in recent weeks but Ivan Cleary insists his side is contending with legitimate injuries.
Burgess, Souths split as Demetriou defends Latrell
Jason Demetriou insists he treats each South Sydney player equally after Rabbitohs great Sam Burgess walked out on the club over Latrell Mitchell's conduct.
Fiery Flegler dreaming of a Broncos fairytale finish
Brisbane prop Thomas Flegler will join the Dolphins next year but he has unfinished business at the Broncos until at least NRL grand final day on October 1.
Cowboys relish ‘do or die’ ultimatum against Dolphins
North Queensland must beat the Dolphins in round 26 to keep their finals hopes alive and have Peta Hiku and Jordan McLean both marking their 200th NRL games.
Manly axe sub-par Schuster, Walker returns for Roosters
Josh Schuster has been axed by Manly coach Anthony Seibold after an underwhelming display against the Warriors.
Garrick’s broken back sparks NRL rule change debate
A broken back for Manly flyer Reuben Garrick has led to calls to change the rules surrounding players competing for a bouncing ball.
Titans’ Campbell dislocates kneecap but ‘some relief’
Titans utility Jayden Campbell faces a five-month recovery after dislocating a patella against Penrith, while winger Phil Sami has a Lisfranc foot injury.
Cronulla’s Tracey relishes showdown with in-form Ponga
Cronulla fullback Connor Tracey is eager to show his class against in-form Newcastle No.1 Kalyn Ponga.
Hammer back as Dolphins No.1 for Drinkwater showdown
Dolphins star Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow is back at fullback and ready to end the finals hopes of the Cowboys and former teammate and No.1 combatant Scott Drinkwater.
Latrell Mitchell ‘burning” about ‘brain snap’ ban
There is a strong chance Latrell Mitchell might not play in the NRL again this season after choosing to take an early guilty plea for elbowing Tyson Frizell.
Meaney open to utility role as Papenhuyzen nears return
Melbourne could use their Mr Fix-It Nick Meaney from the bench once Ryan Papenhuyzen returns from a long-term knee injury.
‘Doubt me more’: Best thriving as Knights surge on
Bradman Best is crediting new levels of self-belief for turning him into one of the form centres in the NRL.
Tigers lock down NRL halves pairing with Sezer signing
Former Canberra halfback Aidan Sezer will return to the NRL in 2024, signing a one-year contract with Benji Marshall's Wests Tigers.
NRL backs mid-air tackle call in Manly loss to Warriors
Manly fumed after the referee chose not to award them a penalty at a crucial stage of the must-win game with the Warriors but the NRL has stood by the decision.
Roosters have eyes firmly on Tigers, not Rabbitohs
After reviving their unlikely finals hopes with three straight wins, the Sydney Roosters want to rule out any chance of slipping up against the lowly Tigers.
Reynolds calf strain gets Sam Kerr focus in Brisbane
Broncos captain Adam Reynolds hopes to follow in the footsteps of Matildas skipper Sam Kerr and return from a calf problem in time to help a finals push.
‘Silly Latrell’ to miss Souths blockbuster for elbow
Latrell Mitchell has received a one-match suspension for hitting Tyson Frizell high with his elbow and will miss South Sydney's most important game of the year.
The race to the 2023 NRL finals intensifies
The run home for teams still in contention for the NRL finals.
Raiders close to NRL finals after 12-point Bulldogs win
Canberra have come up with the biggest win of their NRL season, seeing off Canterbury 36-24 at GIO Stadium.
No hard feelings: Frizell shrugs at Latrell’s elbow hit
Latrell Mitchell could face suspension for hitting Tyson Frizell high with his elbow but the Newcastle forward has shrugged the incident off.
Knights beat Souths, strike huge blow in top-eight race
Newcastle are closing in on a return to the NRL finals after a 29-10 win over South Sydney, who may lose Latrell Mitchell to suspension.
Southwell the match-winner as NRLW Knights beat Broncos
Newcastle teenager Jesse Southwell has withstood the pressure to kick a game-winning conversion against Brisbane in the NRLW.
Penrith’s Fisher-Harris to avoid NRL ban for hip-drop
Penrith front-rower James Fisher-Harris is facing a $1000 fine for a hip-drop tackle on Gold Coast's Jacob Alick.
Future is bright at Dragons: Storm captain Welch
Melbourne survived a scare from St George Illawarra on Saturday night, leaving captain Christian Welch to expect a big year from the Dragons in 2024.
Marshall’s cruel twist in unwanted Bennett record
Benji Marshall says he and Wayne Bennett will be friends forever but the rookie coach has still helped consign the master mentor to a dreaded career low.
Storm beat Dragons, move closer to NRL top-four finish
Melbourne have recorded a hard-fought 38-28 defeat of St George Illawarra and moved closer to finishing the NRL season in the top four.
Panthers maul Titans for eighth straight NRL win
Two Dylan Edwards tries and a textbook kicking display from Nathan Cleary have sent Penrith back to the top of the NRL ladder with a 40-14 win over Gold Coast.
Koroisau the hero as Wests Tigers break NRL drought
Wests Tigers snatched a thrilling and drought-breaking 24-23 NRL win over the Dolphins after skipper Apisai Koroisau kicked a late sideline penalty.
Broncos’ Reynolds injured, will miss Raiders clash
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds has sustained a calf injury at training and will miss at least one week of NRL action with Jock Madden to play against Canberra.
Mitchell return to best is team effort: Souths coach
Jason Demetriou is pleased with Latrell Mitchell's form since returning from injury and says Souths' No.1 will continue to improve alongside his teammates.