Blues and Maroons united in three game series calls
NSW and Queensland are sworn enemies when State of Origin comes around but both women's coaches are united in their calls for a three game series.
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Coote calls time after fifth concussion in two years
2015 NRL premiership winner Lachlan Coote has retired on medical advice after a fifth concussion inside two seasons while playing for Hull KR in England.
NSW edge Qld, Maroons hoist women’s Origin Shield
A down-to-the-wire finish has seen Queensland crowned women's State of Origin champions on aggregate after a game two thriller against NSW in Townsville.
Scans confirm NSW’s Trbojevic has torn pectoral muscle
Manly and NSW star Tom Trbojevic appears set for a lengthy stint on the sideline after scans confirmed he suffered a torn pectoral muscle in Origin II.
‘I was shocked’: Holbrook blindsided by Titans sacking
Justin Holbrook is crestfallen at being axed as Titans coach and not getting to finish what he started with the side on the cusp of the eight and injury free.
Titans great Rogers embraces Hasler, feels for Holbrook
Mat Rogers says Des Hasler is a "fantastic" signing for NRL club Gold Coast but insists the sacked Justin Holbrook is a good coach and says he feels for him.
‘Crazy what I learned’: Nanai credits Slater video tips
Queensland's Jeremiah Nanai says a phone call from coach Billy Slater and a 30-minute video session gave him the tools to fire on his Origin recall.
‘Winner’ Hasler is new Titans coach, club quiet on Hunt
Gold Coast have parted ways with Justin Holbrook, effective immediately, and have appointed Des Hasler as the NRL club's coach from 2024.
Hunt poised to back up Origin win amid Dragons turmoil
Just days after publicly asking to be released from his contract with St George Illawarra, Ben Hunt is expected to line up for the Dragons against the Warriors.
Munster targets 3-0 to give NSW ‘a terrible time’
The Maroons have been challenged to become the first team to complete a State of Origin clean sweep since 2010 with Cameron Munster keen to whitewash the Blues.
Cook to centre always the injury plan for NSW: Fittler
Damien Cook's move to centre in case of injury was always part of the plan, NSW coach Brad Fittler says, despite the hooker's struggles replacing Tom Trbojevic.
Nate’s mate: Collins credits Myles for Origin stunner
Lindsay Collins has known Queensland great Nate Myles since he was a lad, and credits their connection for helping drive his Origin II man of the match display.
Luai receives death threats over Origin headbutting
Jarome Luai and Reece Walsh became entangled in a fracas during the second State of Origin game that resulted in the NSW five-eighth receiving death threats.
Fittler uncertain on future, Slater defends NSW coach
Brad Fittler isn't considering his future as coach yet after NSW dropped consecutive State of Origin series by falling at Suncorp Stadium on Wednesday.
NSW State of Origin ratings for game two
NSW will have to wait another year for a shot at Origin glory after only scoring once in their 32-6 loss to Queensland at Suncorp Stadium.
Queensland State of Origin ratings for game two
Queensland has retained the State of Origin shield again and it was another middle forward awarded man-of-the-match in the 32-6 victory.
Luai, Walsh sent off for headbutting in Origin II
Jarome Luai and Reece Walsh have been sent off for head-butting one another in the final seconds of State of Origin II.
DCE leadership key to Maroons’ stunning series win
Daly Cherry-Evans has captained Queensland to three series wins out of four and the 34 year old set the benchmark for his team of tyros to follow in fine style.
Maroons polish off Blues to seal Origin series win
Queensland have sealed an emphatic State of Origin defence with a game in hand, beating NSW 32-6 at Suncorp Stadium.
Trbojevic suffers pec injury minutes into Origin II
State of Origin II got off to a sub-optimal start for NSW as centre Tom Trbojevic had to leave the field with a pectoral injury.
Future return to league ‘too far’ to consider: Suaalii
Code-hopper Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii will be 24 years old when his rugby union contract is up, but says a possible return to the NRL is still too far to consider.
Blues plot northern ambush in women’s Origin decider
NSW coach Kylie Hilder says there's been zero talk of aggregate score in State of Origin camp this week as her Blues plot a series win on enemy soil.
Storm skipper Welch’s words of wisdom for Jennings
Winger George Jennings says Storm captain Christian Welch, who was also in the rehab ward, helped with his frustratingly long recovery from knee surgery.
Canterbury’s Jake Averillo signs with Dolphins
Utility back Jake Averillo will join the Dolphins from 2024, his current club Canterbury has confirmed.
No interest in underdog tag on NSW Origin judgement day
For the first time since the State of Origin playing days of Cameron Smith and Billy Slater, the NSW Blues find themselves as considerable underdogs.
‘Special’ ties bind Maroons’ Ben Hunt and Harry Grant
To understand why Maroons hookers Ben Hunt and Harry Grant are a lethal duo on the field you need to look into their past in a small Central Queensland town.
Halfback Fogarty open to criticism after blowout losses
Canberra halfback Jamal Fogarty is encouraging coach Ricky Stuart to be more critical of his performances after the Raiders' recent poor home record.
Ikin: QRL wants Slater to stay on as Maroons coach
Queensland Rugby League CEO Ben Ikin says Maroons coach Billy Slater and the team continue to improve and expects the trend to continue if he stays in the role.
Mitchell ruled out of Rabbitohs’ clash with Cowboys
After leaving NSW's State of Origin camp early, Latrell Mitchell will miss Sunday's NRL clash between South Sydney and North Queensland with his calf injury.
‘Sub-par’ Canberra stadium facilities cost opportunity
The NRL thinks a new stadium should be built in Canberra's Civic area and has criticised the "sub-par" facilities at GIO Stadium in suburban Bruce.
Dragons players back Flanagan amid Hunt drama
Ben Hunt may want out of St George Illawarra but teammates are looking forward to a new chapter under incoming coach Shane Flanagan.