Pezet eyes week-to-week NRL in Storm spine squeeze
Melbourne's back-up half Jonah Pezet has made no secret of his desire to play NRL every week, with first-choice No.7 Jahrome Hughes having signed until 2030.
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No Yeo gives Penrith rare unknown ahead of finals
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says he does not know how long Isaah Yeo's shoulder will keep him out, with the lock having barely been injured during the dynasty.
Young guns add to South Sydney contract speculation
Young second-rower Jacob Host and 28-gamer Jye Gray haven't ruled out moves away from the NRL as they prepare for latest "Spoon Bowl".
Johnston free to talk early with PNG ahead of NRL entry
South Sydney legend Alex Johnston could be Papua New Guinea's first signing due to a clause in his new contract with the Rabbitohs.
Maroons seek new coach after Norris bids farewell
Queensland are on the lookout for a new coach to helm the women's side after Tahnee Norris finished up following five years in the role.
‘Do or die’ – Sea Eagles target ladder-leading Raiders
Canberra will host Manly in crucial match on Friday night as both teams aim to get back on a winning track.
Storm go top as Broncos cop bizarre halves injury blows
Brisbane are sweating on the fitness of their star halves Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam, who were both injured in the first half of their 22-2 loss to Melbourne.
Why Sharks find NRL draw commentary ‘disrespectful’
Cronulla have been touted for a late charge into the NRL's top-four but Craig Fitzgibbon is wary of underestimating their upcoming opponents.
Dragons get behind coach Flanagan with new NRL deal
St George Illawarra have locked in coach Shane Flanagan with a new deal, firming their future after recently luring Daniel Anderson to head recruitment.
‘Signs are pretty good’ for Galvin’s hand injury
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo expects to have Lachlan Galvin back from a minor hand injury in time for the intriguing NRL clash against the Warriors.
Magic mind: Farnworth faith fires Dolphins’ finals hunt
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth has put his "growth mindset" into fast healing before and is keen to play a part in the finals once returning from injury.
In-form Tigers utility makes call on NRL future
After weeks of speculation, Wests Tigers utility Adam Doueihi has signed a new two-year deal that confirms his NRL future.
Half a chance: Broncos’ depth to cover halves carnage
Brisbane's roster is chock-a-block with halves and hookers which is a boost to their finals hopes after the loss of their two chief playmakers to injury.
Isaako’s Dolphins heroics one for true believers
Winger Jamayne Isaako's match-winning try last week has shone a light on why the Dolphins back themselves to win in any circumstance as finals loom.
Titans gun Campbell welcomes Penrith trainer’s apology
Gold Coast goalkicker Jayden Campbell says he does not believe the actions of Penrith trainer Corey Bocking last week were deliberate after he apologised.
Panthers make it nine in a row with revenge on Knights
Penrith have made it nine wins in a row and continued their charge to the NRL finals with a brutal defeat of Newcastle at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Raiders partying like it’s 1990 after downing Manly
A try-scoring hat-trick from exciting young five-eighth Ethan Strange has thrust Canberra back to the top of the NRL ladder with a 28-12 win over Manly.
‘He’ll play for Australia’: Stuart’s not-so Strange tip
Veteran coach Ricky Stuart has made a huge call, declaring his 20-year-old Raiders five-eighth ready to fill a play-making role for NSW and Australia.
Coach ‘not sure’ if Simonsson has played last Eels game
Disgruntled centre Bailey Simonsson is on leave from Parramatta, and coach Jason Ryles is "not too sure" if he will play for the club again.
Mitchell returns at centre in ‘spoonbowl’ clash
Gold Coast host South Sydney in a vital bottom-of-the-ladder confrontation, with the visitors welcoming back key players from injury for the clash.
Sharks rueing missed opportunity as Dragons take points
St George Illawarra have defeated Cronulla 22-14 to keep their season on life support, defeating their rivals for the first time in five years
Verran stars for Sharks, Warriors and Knights win
Emma Verran has dominated for Cronulla in their victory over St George Illawarra, while there were also wins for the Warriors and Newcastle in NRLW.
Four sin-binned as Roosters wallop Dolphins
The Sydney Roosters have given the Dolphins a 64-12 thrashing in a fiery encounter where both sides played with 11 men after four sin-binnings.
Warriors defiant after loss, Bulldogs answer critics
The Warriors' third consecutive loss has pushed them outside the NRL's top four as the finals series approaches, but the Kiwis say the defeat won't define them.
‘Shoosh!’: Leniu adds vim to villainy after sin bin
Sydney Roosters props Spencer Leniu and Naufahu Whyte showed real character after being sin-binned, going on to inspire a thrashing of the Dolphins.
Smith questioned by police, released to play for Souths
South Sydney star Brandon Smith was interviewed by police and let go on arrival on the Gold Coast before taking his place in the team to play the Titans.
Titans respond as captain Tino prepares to test market
Gold Coast captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is set to test the market for 2027 and will speak with Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga when the time is right.
Mitchell stars on return as Souths hold out Titans
South Sydney went a long way towards avoiding the wooden spoon after Latrell Mitchell shone in a 20-18 win over Gold Coast.
Roosters roll on in NRLW as Broncos receive a big scare
Brisbane's Romy Teitzel scored 16 points to lead the NRLW season points-scorers list as her team battled to beat Canberra while Sydney Roosters stay unbeaten.
Moses field goal sinks Cowboys in NRL thriller
Josh Addo-Carr grabbed a try double before Mitchell Moses kicked a match-clinching field goal as Parramatta pipped North Queensland 19-18.
Cronulla star set for long ban as Dolphins’ woes mount
Cronulla's push for a top four spot has taken a hit with Briton Nikora facing a three-match ban as the Dolphins prepare to lose another prop to suspension.