Matterson claims regret and confusion over ban decision
Ryan Matterson has admitted he would not have taken a three-match ban over a fine in hindsight, after watching Parramatta lose their first three games of 2023.
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Ciraldo proud despite tough loss
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo has called his side's 16-14 loss to the Warriors the "best performance we've had" this year.
Bad news for Dolphins on O’Sullivan’s pectoral muscle
Sean O'Sullivan has been ruled out for up to three months after scans confirmed the Dolphins halfback had ruptured his pectoral muscle.
A snapshot of round four action in the 2023 NRL season
All the details from round four of the NRL season, where Brisbane claimed a derby win over the Dolphins and the Dragons' woes worsened.
Raiders rue ill-discipline in NRL defeat to Knights
Newcastle have claimed their second win of the NRL season by inflicting a 24-14 defeat on Canberra.
Hunt embarrassed by loss and pressure on Griffin
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt has admitted he was embarrassed by his team's showing against Cronulla, knowing it does not help coach Anthony Griffin.
Hynes delivers masterclass in Cronulla NRL derby win
Nicho Hynes has taken his stunning Dally M form from 2022 into 2023, putting on a masterclass in his first game as Cronulla beat St George Illawarra 40-8.
Cowboy Nanai to miss two NRL games for dangerous throw
North Queensland's State of Origin back-rower Jeremiah Nanai is set to miss two games after he was charged for his dangerous throw on Gold Coast's Phil Sami.
Suaalii won’t solve Wallabies’ woes: Brandon Smith
Roosters hooker Brandon Smith has questioned whether signing Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii was the right way for the Wallabies to go about restoring their former glory.
Brisbane founder says Dolphins ‘best thing’ for Broncos
Brisbane founding director Barry Maranta spoke to the club recently about what a derby rivalry with the Dolphins would do for them and he's been proven right.
Brimson’s Origin hopes hamstrung in Cowboys defeat
A hamstring injury has dealt a blow to Titans' fullback AJ Brimson's hopes of starting for Queensland when State of Origin gets underway on May 31.
Manly see positive in return to rugby league grind
Manly lost the battle against South Sydney but see genuine improvement in being able to enter an 80-minute grind with a top team for the first time in years.
Souths honour Sattler with golden-point win over Manly
Lachlan Ilias has kicked South Sydney to a 13-12 golden-point win over Manly in a fitting memorial to late Rabbitohs legend John Sattler.
Brimson, Foran, Taulagi injured as Cowboys beat Titans
North Queensland and Gold Coast are licking their wounds after a number of injuries in a chaotic and error-ridden NRL derby won by the Cowboys.
NRL: No war chest to stop Suaalii followers
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo says the league will not throw money at players to stop them following Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii to rugby union.
Tensions thaw between NRL and RLPA, boycotts end
The NRL and players' association are close to reaching agreement after protracted pay talks, with the union dropping their boycott of the league's promotions.
Dragons, Manly closing in on Aaron Woods swap deal
Aaron Woods is likely to leave St George Illawarra mid-season to move to NRL rivals Manly, as part of a swap deal for young prop Viliami Fifita.
Griffin keeps cool over Dragons’ coaching scenario
Off-contract St George Illawarra coach Anthony Griffin has insisted nothing has changed in his fight to keep his job, as the Dragons canvas options for 2024.
Papali’i, loaded Canberra forward pack set for Knights
Canberra will have star front-rower Josh Papali'i back in the mix when they travel to Newcastle to face the Knights in round four NRL action.
Tigers’ Bateman in danger of missing clash with Broncos
Englishman John Bateman was one of the Wests Tigers' best in their 24-12 loss to Melbourne but could miss their next clash with Brisbane due to an injury.
Bennett backs Milford to stay at No.6 for the Dolphins
A pectoral tear to Dolphins No.7 Sean O'Sullivan will give Anthony Milford a chance to play regular NRL alongside teenager Isaiya Katoa.
‘This is our home’: Staggs says Broncos own Suncorp
Kotoni Staggs once played for Redcliffe - but the Broncos centre says his vocal post-try statement in the 18-12 derby win sent a message to the new Dolphins.
Broncos clinch derby win over Dolphins with late try
Dolphins' Sean O'Sullivan has suffered a suspected torn pectoral as Brisbane beat the Dolphins 18-12 with a late try to Kotoni Staggs in a classic NRL derby.
Munster magic ensures Storm return to winning ways
With Cameron Munster starring, Melbourne have ended a two-game losing streak in beating Wests Tigers 24-12 at AAMI Park.
Cowboys aim to be back in the saddle against Gold Coast
The NRL's 'other' round-four Queensland derby pits the Cowboys against Gold Coast, with Todd Payten predicting a closer affair than recent blowouts suggest.
Eddie Jones helped dissolve NRL coaching feud: Seibold
Manly's Anthony Seibold says current Wallabies coach Eddie Jones helped him move on from a feud with Jason Demetriou that dated back to 2019.
Ponga heads to Canada for concussion treatment
Newcastle's Kalyn Ponga is flying to Vancouver, where he will undergo specialist testing following the latest in his string of concussions.
Eels’ Junior Paulo to miss two games for high shot
Just as they've broken into the winners circle for the first time this season, Parramatta are set to lose co-captain Junior Paulo for two games.
‘I’ll stab you’: Broncos threat recalled for derby
Wayne Bennett's most feared former defensive hitman explains how the Dolphins coach will handle the loss of suspended Felise Kaufusi, but he hopes he won't.
‘Brave’ Panthers have no cause for concern: Ivan Cleary
Penrith have dropped two of their first three games but Panthers' coach Ivan Cleary isn't reaching for the panic button.
Moses the hero as Eels upset Panthers in GF rematch
A Mitchell Moses field goal in extra time has helped Parramatta kickstart their season with a 17-16 defeat of local rivals Penrith.