Queensland predict Papalii Origin response
The effectiveness of Queensland prop Josh Papalii has been questioned in this State of Origin series, but teammates are eager to see his response on Wednesday.
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Nerves kicking in for Blues rookie Saifiti
NSW debutant Jacob Saifiti admits pre-match nerves are starting to build as he gets closer to Wednesday's State of Origin decider in Brisbane.
Brave Cowboy Dearden Origin ready: DCE
Debutant Tom Dearden is firming as Daly Cherry-Evans' halves partner for the State of Origin decider and has been urged not to try and emulate Cameron Munster.
King Wally backs Dearden to stand up in Munster’s absence for Origin decider
Wally Lewis has recalled the self-doubt before his State of Origin debut, delivering a vote of confidence in Tom Dearden and the "underdog" Maroons.
Sims avoids long NRL ban for high shot
Dragons forward Tariq Sims could miss just one game despite being sin-binned twice in his side's NRL loss to Brisbane.
Qld ‘still a threat’ without Munster: Luai
NSW five-eighth Jarome Luai insists Cameron Munster's COVID-19 enforced absence for Wednesday's Origin decider changes nothing in terms of his preparation.
Captaincy a career highlight: Mitchell
Latrell Mitchell enjoyed captaining South Sydney against Newcastle but is eager for Cam Murray to return to the side as its full-time leader.
How Paulo reset his mindset after Origin I
After a meagre showing in the State of Origin series opener, Junior Paulo found himself on the receiving end of a rev-up from NSW coach Brad Fittler.
My brother is made for Origin: Dan Saifiti
Daniel Saifiti says his twin brother Jacob belongs in the State of Origin arena and is better equipped to make his debut than he was back in 2019.
Munster out, Dearden to debut for Qld
North Queensland's Tom Dearden will make his State of Origin debut after Queensland playmaker Cameron Munster was ruled out of next week's decider.
Klemmer escapes suspension after send-off
David Klemmer was sent from the field against South Sydney but the Newcastle prop won't face time on the sidelines.
Walters welcomes Brisbane fullback options
Reece Walsh's return to Brisbane next season could leave up to four men fighting for the No.1 jersey in a selection conundrum for coach Kevin Walters.
Eels hold off improved Wests Tigers in NRL
Wests Tigers showed clear signs of improvement against Parramatta but will nevertheless finish round 17 on the bottom of the NRL ladder after going down 28-20.
RCG handled Origin snub well: Arthur
Reagan Campbell-Gillard has bounced back from his State of Origin omission with a solid performance in Parramatta's win over the Wests Tigers.
Injury could solve Tigers’ dilemma for now
Wests Tigers will wait for the severity of Jackson Hastings' knee injury to be assessed before determining their halves' combination for next week's game.
Tedesco eyes special Origin series win
NSW skipper James Tedesco says having won two games of last year's State of Origin series in Queensland boosts his team's confidence for the 2022 decider.
NRL plots new path for international game
The scrapping of rugby league's Pacific Test weekend leaves an important part of the international game's future up in the air.
Dearden coy over Slater’s Origin III plans
Tom Dearden is set to make his State of Origin debut for Queensland but the playmaker is yet to discover where he will be playing.
Revived Corey Oates eyes Origin redemption
Corey Oates never thought he would play for Queensland again but after rediscovering his mojo at club level the winger is set for an unlikely Origin return.
Cleary follows footsteps of Johns, Stuart
Nathan Cleary has yet to win an Origin decider and if he can do so in Brisbane he enters the esteemed company of Andrew Johns and Ricky Stuart.
Snapshot of round 17 of the NRL
A snapshot of round 17 of the NRL where Melbourne and Newcastle stumbled and Brisbane defied a host of big-name absentees.
Baby Broncos rise above Dragons’ muscle
Brisbane defied the loss of a host of big names and some heavy attention from St George Illawarra to notch a 32-18 NRL win at Suncorp Stadium.
Bronco build continues under eye of greats
Members of Brisbane's 1992 premiership side have celebrated as the NRL club's rebuild went to new heights with a win over St George Illawarra.
Cook provides Blues perfect Origin recipe
Damien Cook may have had to settle for a bench role in State of Origin II but the Blues hooker says he's enjoying taking on Queensland while fully fresh.
Moylan extends NRL Sharks stay
Cronulla's Matt Moylan has agreed to a new two-year deal at the club after enjoying a second coming at the Sharks.
Souths loss batters Knights’ finals hopes
Led by Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker, South Sydney have put a significant dent in Newcastle's already slim NRL finals hopes.
Queensland’s Munster, Taulagi in isolation
Queensland are bracing for the possibility of entering the State of Origin decider without playmaker Cameron Munster and winger Murray Taulagi.
Night matches on deck in new NRLW fixture
The 2022 NRLW fixture has been released, including marquee Sunday night matches and a string of men's-women's double-headers.
Kimmorley coy over crunch Doueihi talks
Brett Kimmorley remains tight-lipped about Adam Doueihi's best role after the interim Wests Tigers coach stuck with Luke Brooks in the halves.
Warriors land Webster as new coach
Penrith assistant coach Andrew Webster will coach the Warriors from next season, faced with the tough task of steering them back to NRL competitiveness.
Ramien hat-trick as Sharks sting Storm
Jesse Ramien scored a hat-trick as Cronulla claimed a 28-6 NRL win over Melbourne at Shark Park on Thursday night.