Bellamy only focused on Storm ahead of title rematch
Craig Bellamy appears already in finals mode, the veteran coach in a combative mood ahead of Melbourne's NRL grand final rematch with the resurgent Penrith.
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Bulldogs’ Hayward switch could be best in 15 years
Canterbury teammates are liking what they've seen from Bailey Hayward as he settles into the starting hooker job at the premiership hopefuls.
‘Our home, always will be’: Staggs’ message to Dolphins
Broncos centre Kotoni Staggs set the scene for the rivalry with the Dolphins with his famous 'this is our home' war cry and doubled down ahead of another derby.
Whistling Wahs coach bins journos for ‘crap’ questions
A cheeky Andrew Webster has come up with an unorthodox way of keeping journalists in check at the Warriors' weekly media session.
GOAT gruff over lesson Dolphins must learn fast
Dolphins prop Mark Nicholls put the onus on the team to get back to winning footy games rather than being distracted by emotion ahead of the Brisbane derby.
Spray OK as Walsh gets tick for verbals from Broncos
The old-fashioned "spray" between teammates is a hot topic and Brisbane forward Jordan Riki explains why he can accept copping a warranted serve off Reece Walsh
Warriors coach remains wary of NRL’s ‘giant killers’
The Warriors are hoping to breathe some life into their sputtering NRL season when they host mercurial St George Illawarra in round 24.
Cleary’s Panthers understudy signs with NRL rivals
Penrith's back-up halfback Brad Schneider will join an NRL rival at the conclusion of the 2025 season.
Eels forward announces immediate retirement from NRL
Shaun Lane, a member of Parramatta's most recent grand final team, has announced his immediate retirement from the NRL.
Hunting Hammer: Broncos hit man to target Dolphins gun
Brisbane forward Jordan Riki is a kick-chase specialist, and his main assignment this week is shutting down electric Dolphins star Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow.
Raiders’ late bloomer Fogarty is still pinching himself
Canberra's Jamal Fogarty never thought he'd play more than a handful of NRL games, much less be in position to challenge for a premiership.
Titans’ Wallaby star to play first game in 357 days
Gold Coast's Carter Gordon, who played 8 Tests for the Wallabies, will play his first rugby league game in almost a year after surgery for a spinal fluid leak.
Burns ready to step up in Sharks’ finals fight
Cronulla's Billy Burns is preparing to start against Gold Coast, with a win much needed to stay in the NRL's top eight.
Storm gun has point to prove with Panthers on the prowl
Ahead of their NRL grand final rematch, Melbourne's Stefano Utoikamanu is hopeful of getting Nelson Asofa-Solomona back to help halt Penrith's winning run.
Bulldogs tie down key forward to new deal
Bailey Hayward has signed a new two-year deal with Canterbury as a showing of faith in the man likely to become the Bulldogs' long-term hooker.
‘I love Canberra’: Papalii hopes for new Raiders deal
Veteran prop Josh Papalii has confirmed a change of heart on his playing future, admitting he wants to remain with Canberra in 2026.
‘That loss does not define us’: Dolphins target bounce
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has told his side the worst loss in club history will not derail their season ahead of the Brisbane derby.
Walters draws on 2020 six of best for Broncos switch
Billy Walters has been backed to fire for Brisbane in his five-eighth switch and a superb 2020 display for Wests Tigers in a thrashing of the Broncos shows why.
Family ties push new Tiger to earn NRLW stripes
NRLW fullback Aaliyah Bula is out to make an impression of her own at the Wests Tigers after joining husband Jahream Bula at Concord Oval.
Former prop Perrett launches legal claim against Manly
A former Manly prop is seeking a multi-million dollar payout from the club after an alleged "outlandish" training session that ended his NRL career.
Hard call barring ‘Marky Mark’ from rookie gong: Watson
Mark Nawaqanitawase had been considered a leading candidate for the NRL's Dally M Rookie of the Year award until a mid-season rule change.
Fogarty in the eyes of Manly ahead of must-win clash
Prop Siua Taukeiaho and winger Reuben Garrick know why Canberra have been the benchmark side of the season ahead of their clash on Friday.
Lachlan Galvin named to play despite hand injury
Lachlan Galvin has been named to face the Warriors despite suffering a hand injury in the shock loss to his former club Wests Tigers.
Turbo back at No.1 for Manly as Souths get boost
Manly have moved Tom Trbojevic back to his preferred fullback spot as Brandon Smith makes a return for South Sydney and Latrell Mitchell looms large.
Naden fined as Tigers learn fate over khawd gesture
Three Wests Tigers players accused of making an offensive gesture at Canterbury fans have learned whether they will be sanctioned over the incident.
Fusball redux: meet Dolphins’ smiling assassin Keeley
Loud and proud second-rower Oryn Keeley is the heir apparent to Felise Kaufusi as the new Dolphins enforcer emerges as a cult figure out Redcliffe way.
Sloan ready to prove worth as Dragons land big prop
As the Dragons sign a former prop, Tyrell Sloan insists he can prove his worth to St George Illawarra after being given permission to talk to rivals.
Storm star in line for shock return ahead of NRL finals
While Melbourne are bracing for the best of Brisbane, their hard road to the finals could be eased by the early return of Jahrome Hughes.
Still hurts: why Storm mentor gives Brisbane bellyaches
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy once plotted wins for Brisbane as an assistant, but now his stellar record at planning their downfall has become legendary.
Whirlwind 2025 continues for Eels teen gun Ginn
Parramatta's Fleur Ginn will make her starting debut against North Queensland in round six, continuing a dizzying first NRLW season.
Harsh and unfair: Coach Cleary responds to trainer ban
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has launched a passionate defence of under-fire trainer Corey Bocking after the NRL banned him for running in front of a goalkicker.