Haas drama no worries for Fittler, NSW
NSW coach Brad Fittler is confident that Payne Haas' contract dramas at Brisbane will not be a distraction in State of Origin after speaking with the prop.
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Slater to lift Ponga as Maroons assemble
Set to serve as a bridge between Queensland State of Origin generations, Dane Gagai is excited by what Billy Slater can bring to the new-look side this season.
Dogs loss extends Addo-Carr’s day of woe
Josh Addo-Carr had an afternoon to forget as Canterbury fell to a 34-24 defeat at the hands of St George Illawarra.
Heat on Maguire amid Tigers’ NRL struggles
Tim Sheens insists coach Michael Maguire won't be subjected to a witch hunt as part of mid-season meetings over all facets of the struggling NRL club.
Parramatta edge Canberra in NRL thriller
Parramatta have produced a strong second-half defensive display to beat Canberra 28-20 in their NRL clash at GIO Stadium.
Queensland’s turn to make big Origin calls
A day after Brad Fittler has taken the first big gamble of the State of Origin series, Queensland coach Billy Slater will unveil his maiden Maroons side.
Cobbo one of four Maroons Origin debutants
Teenage NRL sensation Selwyn Cobbo is one of four debutants named by Queensland coach Billy Slater for the State of Origin series opener.
Johnston breaks Souths’ try-scoring record
Alex Johnston has gone to the top of South Sydney's all-time try-scoring charts, claiming a hat-trick in the NRL club's 44-18 win over Wests Tigers.
Tigers’ NRL season not over: Maguire
Under-pressure coach Michael Maguire is adamant the Wests Tigers' season is not over at the halfway mark despite a 3-9 record after a loss to South Sydney.
Tedesco stars in Roosters win over Sharks
James Tedesco has led from the front to spearhead the Sydney Roosters to a 36-16 NRL win over Cronulla after the Sharks staged a second-half fightback.
Mentor match-up no focus: Roosters coach
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson is focused only on Cronulla as his struggling NRL heavyweights enter a brutal five-game stretch of matches.
Penrith halt Cowboys’ run in big NRL win
NRL competition leaders Penrith have easily accounted for North Queensland 22-0 in a clinical display in front of their home fans.
Cowboys know they can now beat Panthers
North Queensland have walked away from their 22-0 NRL loss to Penrith knowing they can beat the defending premiers.
Haas booed before Broncos roll Titans
Brisbane fans have booed Payne Haas but the Broncos rallied from 20 points behind to beat Gold Coast in a wild and wacky NRL derby at Suncorp Stadium.
Penrith set for another record in NSW side
Penrith could have at least six players named in NSW's side for State of Origin I after star five-eighth Jarome Luai avoided a ban for a high tackle.
Broncos back Haas despite exit threat
Brisbane's Kurt Capewell has smiled through questions about teammate Payne Haas's request for an immediate release, insisting the players aren't miffed.
Teary Tino’s regret ahead of Origin call
His own harshest critic, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui doesn't think he's worthy of a Queensland call-up despite his titanic efforts for the Gold Coast this NRL season.
Stuart hails special Fogarty before debut
Canberra will get a huge boost on Sunday afternoon when recruit Jamal Fogarty debuts against Parramatta.
Cleary expects big kick pressure in Origin
Nathan Cleary expects to have his legs targeted by Queensland in State of Origin after he was left hobbling after kick pressure in Penrith's NRL win.
Dogs eye long-term Olympic Park stability
Canterbury could loom as Accor Stadium's last major tenant, and they can see an upside in turning the Olympic venue back to a blue-and-white jungle.
Munster sees big Qld future for Cobbo
Cameron Munster says whether or not he's picked for Queensland on Monday, Selwyn Cobbo has a big future, likening him to former Maroons great Greg Inglis.
Knights come from behind to beat Warriors
Kalyn Ponga and Anthony Milford have helped Newcastle claw back a 12-0 deficit to inflict a fourth straight NRL loss on the Warriors in a 24-16 win.
Doubts over fast-tracked NRLW expansion
NSW Women's State of Origin coach Kylie Hilder and captain Kezie Apps are adamant only eight teams should feature in the 2023 NRLW competition.
Souths, NSW boosted by Murray return
South Sydney will have Cameron Murray back on deck for Saturday's clash with the Wests Tigers after he completed his rehabilitation from shoulder surgery.
Munster expects Crichton to get Blues nod
Cameron Munster is expecting NSW to stick to their winning Penrith combinations and name Stephen Crichton as Blues centre for his State of Origin debut.
Nofoaluma in battle to return for Tigers
Wests Tigers winger David Nofoaluma won't come straight back into Michael Maguire's side after being sidelined since round eight.
Roosters coach shoots down Haas talk
Frustrated Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has angrily denied suggestions disgruntled Brisbane prop Payne Haas could be headed to Bondi Junction.
Knights’ Jake Clifford set for NRL return
Newcastle have Jake Clifford back on deck to take on the Warriors after the playmaker spent three weeks on the sidelines due to "personal issues".
Manly cop NRL fine for Hasler’s ref spray
Manly coach Des Hasler has been hit with a breach notice from the NRL after he questioned the integrity of referee Ben Cummins.
Boyle, Tonegato headline NSW Origin squad
Joint Dally M medallists Millie Boyle and Emma Tonegato headline the NSW Women's State of Origin squad for June 24's clash.
Blues’ Walker to juggle AFLW, NRLW
Brooke Walker has signed with Parramatta in the NRLW and will miss the opening two-to-three weeks of the AFLW season before returning to Carlton.