Maroons plot response in Origin decider
Harry Grant admits his side will lean on their all-star Queensland coaching staff once more, given their dominance as players in State of Origin deciders.
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NSW claim Women’s Origin title in thriller
NSW have claimed the Women's State of Origin shield for the first time since 2019, beating Queensland 20-14 in a thrilling contest in Canberra.
Kelly powers NSW to Women’s Origin glory
NSW centre Isabelle Kelly was brilliant in her side's 20-14 Women's State of Origin success, as she claimed the Nellie Doherty Medal.
Bears bid sparks hope of new WA NRL team
Perth will host State of Origin for the second time in four years as optimism grows that Western Australia will be able to have its own NRL team.
Smith fingerprints on Maroons’ Origin push
Harry Grant has relished his access to Cameron Smith as Queensland look to seal the State of Origin series with victory at Perth's Optus Stadium.
Fittler coy on eve of State of Origin II
NSW coach Brad Fittler was giving little away to fans and reporters on the eve of Origin II in Perth as the Blues look to square the series.
‘What-ifs’ won’t distract DCE’s Maroons
Wondering how NSW will look to blunt Cameron Munster's influence in State of Origin II isn't something Queensland have wasted time on.
Samoa outclass Cook Islands in league Test
Samoa's wealth of NRL experience has paved the way for a 42-12 over the Cook Islands in their Pacific Test at Campbelltown Sports Stadium.
Ciraldo turns down Tigers’ coaching offer
Cameron Ciraldo has informed Wests Tigers he does not wish to be considered for the head coaching position that will become vacant from next year.
PNG defeat Fiji in physical Pacific Test
Papua New Guinea have defeated Fiji 24-14, ensuring captain David Mead ended his Kumuls' career on a high note at Campbelltown Sports Stadium.
New-age Origin still packs a punch: Holmes
Don't expect an old-fashioned fist fight, but appreciate the pace and physicality of the new-age State of Origin that still gives Valentine Holmes goosebumps.
Sunia Turuva tipped as NRL star of future
Fiji were beaten by Papua New Guinea in the Pacific Test but the emergence of young fullback Sunia Turuva has given them reason to celebrate.
PNG stalwart Mead vows to make difference
David Mead has pledged to use his profile to make a difference in Papua New Guinea now that he has retired from international rugby league.
Don’t move mid-year Pacific Tests: Bennett
Wayne Bennett has called on the NRL to reverse its decision to scrap the Pacific Test weekend.
Queensland’s Kaufusi falls foul of Klein
Ashley Klein's refereeing has been criticised by NSW, but the official showed no hesitation in sin-binning Queensland back-rower Felise Kaufusi.
Cleary leads NSW to Origin rout over Qld
NSW have levelled the 2022 State of Origin rugby league series with a 44-12 drubbing of Queensland in game two at Perth's Optus Stadium.
Debutant Burton finds feet as Blues foil
Matt Burton's big boot has kicked NSW back into the State of Origin series, relieving the pressure on Nathan Cleary to win the battle for territory.
NSW star Cleary proves a point to himself
NSW playmaker Nathan Cleary produced a magical 24-point haul to lead the Blues to a 44-12 State of Origin win over Queensland.
Munster injury adds to Qld Origin concern
Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster will have scans on a shoulder injury that could rule him out of Brisbane's State of Origin decider.
NSW set for different beast in Origin III
The Blues will have to overcome a horrible run in State of Origin deciders if they are to clinch the series in Brisbane on July 13.
It’s not over, Cleary warns NSW teammates
Nathan Cleary has warned his NSW teammates not to become carried away after the Blues levelled the State of Origin series with a rout of Queensland in Perth.
Origin honeymoon over, Slater in hot seat
Rookie Queensland coach Billy Slater must respond after the Blues stormed back into the State of Origin series to force a Brisbane decider.
NSW face selection dilemmas for Origin III
Brad Fittler will be forced to change a winning team after NSW squared the series with a dominant State of Origin win over Queensland in Perth.
Averillo our long-term fullback: Jackson
Canterbury captain Josh Jackson has thrown his support behind Jake Averillo as the club's long-term fullback, casting further doubt over Matt Dufty's future.
Tonegato firms as Australia No.1 favourite
A starring role for NSW in their Women's State of Origin win has made Emma Tonegato favourite for the Australian fullback role at the coming Women's World Cup.
Reynolds set for Broncos NRL return
Adam Reynolds missed Brisbane's last game through injury but looks set to make his return against North Queensland this weekend.
Japanese TV steels Jarome Luai for Origin
Jarome Luai's obsession with Japanese cartoons may provide NSW the inspiration to level the State of Origin series in Perth.
Brains over brawn has Maroons on the cusp
As inspirational as Billy Slater's posting to Queensland coach has been, it's his strategic moves that have placed the Maroons a game from a series victory.
Staines committed to Panthers NRL contract
Winger Charlie Staines is on the outer at Penrith but says he's committed to seeing out the remainder of his NRL contract.
Fittler faces toughest Origin task yet
A look at the difficulty of the task facing NSW as the Origin II arrives in Perth, with coach Brad Fittler and his team facing a 28-year hoodoo.
Ponga fit for Origin homecoming
Kalyn Ponga has dealt with a lingering illness to present as one of Queensland's young leaders under coach and mentor Billy Slater.