Dylan Brown must return to dominant best: Coach Arthur
Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has challenged Dylan Brown to return to his damaging best as the Eels target back-to-back wins this weekend.
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Ponga to stay at five-eighth on return from head knock
As he plots a return from his latest head knock, Kalyn Ponga wants to remain at five-eighth despite the increased risk for more concussions.
Wary Walters puts boot into Broncos’ attack
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters wants his offence, led by Adam Reynolds, to be more clinical against a confident Gold Coast team that welcome back Kieran Foran.
Ricky Stuart challenges Raiders after famous victory
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart is imploring his Raiders not to get ahead of themselves after upsetting the Brisbane Broncos last weekend.
Dolphin Bromwich suspended, Stone and Murray dodge bans
Dolphins second-rower Kenny Bromwich is set to miss the side's intrastate clash with Gold Coast after being charged by the match review committee.
Fullback Will Kennedy re-signs with Cronulla
Cronulla have retained the services of fullback Will Kennedy, who has signed on through to the end of the 2025 NRL season.
Offside Warriors vow to clean up defensive act
The Warriors will focus on a key defensive area in their NRL clash against North Queensland, hoping to improve on an already impressive start to their season.
Fifita targets Origin, leading Titans surge with Foran
David Fifita will resume his budding combination with returning playmaker Kieran Foran when Gold Coast play Brisbane in the NRL on Saturday night.
Penrith can keep both Edwards and Luai: Ivan Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is confident the Panthers can keep both Dylan Edwards and Jarome Luai from rival clubs beyond 2024.
Souths talisman Walker reveals code for beating Penrith
Rabbitohs No.6 Cody Walker is sick of losing close games to Penrith and says a key failing in Souths' 36-14 win over the Dolphins must be fixed next week.
Walker inspires Rabbitohs comeback win over Dolphins
South Sydney scored five unanswered second-half tries in a 36-14 NRL win over the Dolphins with Cody Walker cutting loose after a controversial try.
NRL fines for accidental hip-drops are unfair: Ben Hunt
Ben Hunt claims fining players for hip-drops in one-on-one tackles from behind is unfair, questioning where the NRL wants defenders to tackle going forward.
Sydney Roosters star Angus Crichton nearing NRL return
Sydney Roosters back-rower Angus Crichton is nearing a return to the NRL after taking a period of leave to receive treatment for his mental health.
Slow starts ‘bit us on the bum’: Warriors coach
The Warriors will look to put slow starts to matches this season behind them in their latest NRL clash against North Queensland.
Broncos prop Palasia explains Titans switch
Keenan Palasia faces Gold Coast in round seven, the team he joins next season, determined to make his final year at the Broncos one to remember.
Manly adamant Trbojevic’s back not a hamstring warning
Manly coach Anthony Seibild has insisted that Tom Trbojevic's back spasms are linked to a hip-pointer injury, and not a potential sign of hamstring tightness.
Titans No.7 Boyd took ‘next Alfie’ tag in his stride
Tanah Boyd has embraced the pressure of being the Titans' regular halfback and lines up against his old club Brisbane with gratitude and a sense of humour.
George Williams knocks back NRL return, stays in UK
Former Canberra halfback George Williams will not return to the NRL, the Englishman knocking back interest to sign an extension to stay in the Super League.
Bennett reveals secret to Dolphins’ stellar NRL start
Wayne Bennett's Dolphins take on the Rabbitohs, the team he most recently coached, with a humble and inspirational ethos that underpins their early NRL success.
Broncos ‘cattle dog’ Kobe returns to round-up Titans
Brisbane lock Kobe Hetherington is back from a biceps tear to play his first NRL game of the season against the Titans, to the delight of captain Adam Reynolds.
Croker hopes Raiders return can herald fresh start
Canberra champion Jarrod Croker says consistency is key after his return to the NRL helped lift his side to a shock win over previously unbeaten Brisbane.
Cowboys need to eliminate ‘catastrophic’ errors: Hess
Consistent errors early in the season are costing North Queensland who are now facing a fight to stay in contention for finals football.
Raiders, Queensland great Sam Backo out of induced coma
Seven-time Queensland State of Origin prop Sam Backo has come out of a coma induced after he suffered a heart attack on April 1.
Upton signs longest deal in NRLW history at Newcastle
Superstar fullback Tamika Upton has signed a five-year deal to stay with Newcastle until the end of 2027, the longest contract in NRLW history.
Bennett likens ‘Hammer’ to Latrell as No.1 clash looms
Wayne Bennett says Rabbitohs No.1 Latrell Mitchell could shine at five-eighth and has given Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow a huge wrap.
Sharks’ Graham opts against tackle changes after ban
Cronulla captain Wade Graham says he won't alter a technique designed to avoid suffering concussions of his own in a bid to reduce the risk of high-tackle bans.
Master v apprentice: Demetriou braces for Bennett test
South Sydney's Jason Demetriou says his NRL coaching career would not have got far without the guidance and faith of his mentor Wayne Bennett.
Pec injury sidelines Bulldogs NRL star Kikau
Bulldogs star forward Viliame Kikau is facing a lengthy spell out of the NRL after reportedly tearing a pectoral muscle.
Miller ready to play No.6 if asked to move for Ponga
Lachlan Miller says he would feel comfortable turning out in the halves if Newcastle decide to play Kalyn Ponga at fullback on his return from concussion.
Hunt wants to be consulted by Dragons on Griffin call
St George Illawarra captain Ben Hunt says he and other players should be consulted by officials before they make a call on coach Anthony Griffin's future.
Dylan Brown wants Parramatta to play ‘boring’ footy
Parramatta five-eighth Dylan Brown says sticking to the "boring" game plan is the way forward for the Eels in 2023.