Luai needed Eels loss to lift Origin game
Jarome Luai is back to his best for Penrith on the eve of State of Origin, and he owes much of that to a wake-up call from the round-nine loss to Parramatta.
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Titan Fifita set for NRL return at Broncos
Gold Coast will have wrecking-ball forward David Fifita back from a knee injury on the interchange bench for Friday's NRL derby against Brisbane.
Raiders’ Croker reinjures shoulder at home
Canberra Raiders' legend Jarrod Croker will miss at least this weekend's clash with Parramatta after dislocating his shoulder on Tuesday night.
Murray ‘doesn’t need game before Origin’
South Sydney players claim Cameron Murray could play State of Origin for NSW without a game back in the NRL on return from shoulder surgery.
NRL players want more Indigenous coaches
Canberra's Adam Elliott and South Sydney's Alex Johnston believe the NRL would benefit from having more Indigenous coaches.
Souths adamant Reynolds exit not the issue
Damien Cook claims it is an easy cop out for critics to blame South Sydney's inconsistency on letting Adam Reynolds go, adamant it is not true.
Hasler says he didn’t cross line on refs
Des Hasler has insisted he did not cross a line when it comes to criticism of referees after the loss to Parramatta, as the NRL weigh up whether to fine Manly.
Storm lose Grant for Manly NRL clash
Melbourne will be without star hooker Harry Grant due to an adductor injury but have halfback Jahrome Hughes back to face Manly on Thursday night.
Dolphins sign Aitken for debut NRL season
The Dolphins have made another impressive signing for their inaugural squad, adding Warriors second-rower Euan Aitken.
Bulldog Addo-Carr banks on Fittler’s faith
Josh Addo-Carr hopes NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler hasn't wiped the winger's contact details from his phone after an indifferent start to life at Canterbury.
Cowboys keep blinkers on for Penrith clash
North Queensland say they aren't getting caught up with what Penrith will bring to their Friday night NRL blockbuster, trying to keep the focus on themselves.
Foran’s 250th can inspire hurt Trbojevic
Kieran Foran hopes his 250th NRL game after a long run of injuries can help serve as inspiration for Manly teammate Tom Trbojevic ahead of his latest surgery.
Murray’s Origin push ramps up for Souths
Cameron Murray has helped his State of Origin prospects by being named on an extended bench for South Sydney, as a host of big-name possible returns in the NRL.
NRLW edging closer to faster expansion
The NRL is moving closer towards going straight to 10 teams in its women's competition in 2023 as part of an accelerated expansion process.
NRL unhappy on Souths head-knock comments
NRL head of football Graham Annesley has told coaches to butt out on commentary over head knocks, after South Sydney's unease over Taane Milne being ruled out.
Bird’s Dragons NRL deal finally done
Jack Bird has re-signed with St George Illawarra on a two-year deal, with both he and the NRL club having a mutual option for a third season.
Broncos young gun backed for Maroons
Brisbane young gun Selwyn Cobbo has been backed as a Queensland State of Origin bolter by NRL teammate Kotoni Staggs after the Maroons lost winger Kyle Feldt.
Collins knows he’s no QLD Origin certainty
Lindsay Collins has admitted he is unsure if he will be able to regain his Queensland State of Origin jersey while not at his best on return from knee injury.
Versatility an Origin asset for Matterson
After being on the cusp of a State of Origin debut, Ryan Matterson says he is ready to step up for NSW.
Cowboys lose Feldt, Taumalolo to injuries
North Queensland will have to tackle NRL premiers Penrith without injured representative duo Kyle Feldt and Jason Taumalolo.
Warriors’ Harris-Tavita to take NRL hiatus
Talented Warriors halfback Chanel Harris-Tavita has chosen to put his NRL career on hold, opting to take a hiatus from the game.
Smith embarrassed by Storm’s recent form
As Melbourne prepare to face Manly, the Storm's Brandon Smith says his team's recent NRL form is embarrassing.
Bronco Staggs eager for Origin chance
In-form Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is hoping his path back from an ACL injury leads to a NSW State of Origin call-up at the end of the week.
Hynes shines as Sharks beat Titans in NRL
Cronulla halfback Nicho Hynes has played a leading role in the Sharks' 25-18 NRL win over Gold Coast at a rain-lashed CBUS Super Stadium.
A snapshot of round 11 in the NRL season
A look at Round 11 of the NRL season, as Manly's Tom Trbojevic suffered a serious injury and North Queensland upset Melbourne in convincing fashion.
Olympian realises childhood NRL dream
He may have represented his country at an Olympic Games but a rainy NRL debut against Gold Coast was a dream come true for Cronulla's Lachie Miller.
Tigers free up NRL spot, release Mikaele
Wests Tigers have freed up a spot on their NRL roster with prop Thomas Mikaele released to take up an offer with English Super League club Warrington.
Tigers extend Dogs’ week of woe
Canterbury's week of misery continued on Friday with the Wests Tigers claiming a 36-22 win.
Trbojevic down and out in Manly loss
NRL superstar Tom Trbojevic has suffered a dislocated shoulder injury in Manly's 22-20 loss to Parramatta.
Potter pleased with Pangai impact for Dogs
Mick Potter will weigh up whether to keep Tevita Pangai Jr as a bench forward after sparking a resurgence from Canterbury in Friday's loss to the Wests Tigers.
NRL defends late penalty as Hasler fumes
The NRL has backed the call for Manly's Christian Tuipulotu to be penalised for a high tackle late in Manly's loss to Parramatta, with coach Des Hasler fuming.