Dodd charge set to cost him shot at Souths NRL debut
Lewis Dodd is set to miss out on another chance for an NRL debut, with a crusher charge to deny the English recruit a shot in South Sydney's halves.
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I’m the right man for Dragons’ pressure moments: Ilias
Lachlan Ilias came up short of answers with the game on the line in round five, but says he's still the right man to handle the Dragons' pressure moments.
Townsend under microscope as Roosters’ season falters
Chad Townsend is facing increased scrutiny for his role in the Sydney Roosters' early-season struggles, something hooker Connor Watson believes is unfair.
Ex-NRL player Wiliame named Bulldogs women’s coach
Brayden Wiliame has been named inaugural head coach of Canterbury's NRLW team after would-be boss Blake Cavallaro resigned.
Raw chicken rev-up: what rivalry means to Mamouzelos
A pep talk from Reggie the Rabbit taught a young Peter Mamouzelos just what the rivalry with the Sydney Roosters means to South Sydney.
Manly’s old DCE successor a world away at Souths
Jamie Humphreys is the early rookie of the year at South Sydney, but won't entertain the fact he was once the likely man to replace Daly Cherry-Evans at Manly.
Canberra, Cronulla wary of 11-a-side showdowns
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has warned the NRL's head-high crackdown could lead to teams finishing with fewer men on the field.
Struggling Eels reveal Mitchell Moses comeback date
Parramatta have revealed a new timeline for Mitchell Moses' expected return to NRL action.
Haas will make call on Samoa switch after Origin
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has explained why he is considering representing Samoa at Test level but he won't be rushing his call.
Raiders taking star half’s contract talks to the wire
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart says he will sit down with Jamal Fogarty's management "at the right time", despite a looming contract deadline.
Storm confident on Hughes as Pezet suffers fresh blow
Jahrome Hughes is nearing a remarkable return to full fitness and could be a late inclusion as Melbourne prepare to face Manly.
Nathan Cleary sees long-term half in Blaize Talagi
Blaize Talagi has received the backing of the game's best halfback Nathan Cleary, with the Penrith star seeing his young protege as a natural in the spine.
NRL deny Knights’ bid to sign women’s rugby great
Newcastle have missed out on signing women's rugby great Portia Woodman-Wickliffe, with the NRL refusing to register the contract due to an ambassador role.
Broncos’ Walsh thrives on Ponga boost in Maroons duel
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has pledged his allegiance to Australia in representative football despite his diverse heritage.
Dogs back Mahoney, Ciraldo reacts to new NRL crackdown
Cameron Ciraldo says his Canterbury players know they can't fall victim to the NRL's latest head-high contact crackdown.
Still no room for Talagi as Penrith fight form slump
Gun recruit Blaize Talagi has again been overlooked for game time even as out-of-sorts Penrith lose more players to injury.
Sexton eager to show worth after Dogs’ aborted DCE bid
When Canterbury were linked with Daly Cherry-Evans, Toby Sexton shrugged it off having learned to deal with daily speculation during his time at the Gold Coast.
Souths settle on Mitchell’s best fit in comeback game
Jye Gray's form at fullback and Alex Johnston's injury have forced Latrell Mitchell to make his NRL comeback at centre.
‘Not NRL standard’: Struggling Roosters slain by Titans
Jayden Campbell has scored a try and shown his growing calibre as a playmaker in Gold Coast's 30-12 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Shibasaki stars as Broncos send Dolphins to 0-4 start
Brisbane journeyman Gehamat Shibasaki has played the best game of his NRL career in a 20-12 derby victory over the winless Dolphins.
Molo won’t be able to solve Dolphins issues solo
Former St George Illawarra prop Francis Molo has arrived in Redcliffe but the Dolphins will need more immediate forward input to break their winless drought.
Bronco ‘Gem’ vows not to take career for granted again
The resurrection of Brisbane centre Gehamat Shibasaki's NRL career took another incredible step forward after he played his best-ever game against the Dolphins.
Manly won’t rush DCE’s teenage heir apparent into NRL
Manly coach Anthony Seibold says he is "at peace" with Daly Cherry-Evans' exit, but won't rush his teenage heir apparent Joey Walsh into the role in 2026.
Riki, Gilbert facing bans after ‘Battle of Brisbane’
Brisbane's Jordan Riki and Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert are both set to miss some action with early guilty pleas after being charged with careless high tackles.
Webster tells Warriors to lock down Luai against Tigers
Andrew Webster knows Jarome Luai better than most coaches in the NRL, and the Warriors mentor is well aware how dangerous the half can be for Wests Tigers.
Liddle stands tall as Dragons seal shock win over Storm
St George Illawarra have their first win of the 2025 NRL season after stunning Melbourne 14-8.
Cowboys crack first NRL win after Clifford double
North Queensland are celebrating their first win of the season, snapping a three-game losing streak with halfback Jake Clifford a stand-out against Canberra.
Canterbury are top Dogs for first time in nine years
Bronson Xerri has celebrated his return to Shark Park by scoring a double against his former club Cronulla, sending Canterbury to the top of the NRL ladder.
Dragons prop faces long ban, no suspension for Mahoney
Canterbury's hooker Reed Mahoney has been fined twice but avoided an NRL ban, but his teammate Sitili Tuponuia and a St George Illawarra prop weren't so lucky.
Staggs has title, new contract with Broncos in sights
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is close to securing a multi-year extension as he declares a seventh title is in reach for the NRL club.
Cherry-Evans claims ‘smear campaign’ against him
Daly Cherry-Evans won the PR battle of Brookvale, but Manly have a fresh drama after Tom Trbojevic injured his knee in their 26-12 defeat of Parramatta.