O’Sullivan kept lifelong dream a secret
Stand-in Penrith halfback Sean O'Sullivan knew two weeks ago he was going to debut for the Panthers but kept it secret from his own parents for the team's good.
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Candlelit path for Demetriou’s NRL chance
Jason Demetriou has enjoyed one of the more comprehensive apprenticeships ahead of his NRL head coaching debut with South Sydney on Friday.
Fifita puts off retirement for his kids
Sharks' Andrew Fifita considered quitting on a daily basis during pre-season but wanted to show his children he could return to the field from a five-day coma.
Luckless Verrills in another NRL setback
Sam Verrills' battle to keep the Sydney Roosters No.9 jersey has taken a hit after he required surgery on a broken thumb suffered in NRL training.
Penrith make winning start to NRL season
Penrith have started the defence of their premiership in the best possible way with a 28-6 win over Manly to open the 2022 NRL season.
RLPA question NRL over judiciary changes
The players' union claims the NRL has taken a step backwards, saying it is concerned for player safety under new judiciary penalties.
NRL 2022 kick off: Kevin Walters names son at five-eighth for season opener
Billy Walters will play five-eighth for Brisbane, under dad and coach Kevin, in the Broncos' NRL season opener against South Sydney at Suncorp Stadium
Sharks’ Fitzgibbon considers phoning it on
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon will have to call the shots from his house during the Sharks' NRL round one clash with Canberra on Friday night.
NRL overhaul judiciary for simpler system
The NRL has announced changes to simplify the judiciary system less than 12 hours from the first game of the 2022 season.
Youthful Raiders to be unleashed on Sharks
Canberra will attempt to continue their recent winning streak in their NRL season openers with some fresh faces give the chance impress against Cronulla.
Man down, Burgess shows at Souths training
NRL great Sam Burgess has made a surprise appearance at South Sydney training but the Rabbitohs insist he's not playing any official role.
Utoikamanu set to lead Tigers’ NRL charge
Wests Tigers prop Stefano Utoikamanu wants to hit the ground running after an impressive debut season in the NRL in 2021.
New season gives Panthers fresh outlook
Penrith begin the defence of their NRL premiership against Manly and coach Ivan Cleary says the Panthers are as hungry as ever for more success.
Sharks coach Fitzgibbon out with COVID-19
New Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon will miss their round one NRL clash with Canberra after contracting COVID-19.
Storm prop to deny assaulting Qld woman
Melbourne NRL prop Tui Kamikamica is due to face a two-day trial in Queensland next month after being charged with assaulting a woman outside a Brisbane hotel.
Cleary backs O’Sullivan for Penrith opener
Ivan Cleary has urged playmaker Jarome Luai to help Sean O'Sullivan as he makes his Penrith NRL debut in the absence of Nathan Cleary against Manly.
Cronk helps Meaney in Storm halves role
Former Melbourne great Cooper Cronk has been helping Storm NRL recruit Nick Meaney get up to speed with playing in the halves ahead of their Wests Tigers clash.
Dearden defence earns Cowboys’ halves nod
Tom Dearden has been named to partner Chad Townsend in the halves for North Queensland's round one clash with Canterbury.
NRL eye balance of speed and style in 2022
After a year of record scorelines and blowout scores, NRL CEO Andrew Abdo insists every team can hope again in 2022 but the truth remains to be seen.
Adam Reynolds ruled out of Broncos debut
Brisbane have opted against rushing Adam Reynolds back from a COVID-19 enforced absence against South Sydney.
Rabbitohs eye NRL’s top four once again
South Sydney stalwart Damien Cook says the Rabbitohs have title ambitions again this NRL season despite losing coach Wayne Bennett and captain Adam Reynolds.
Dragons NRLW winger gets one game for bite
St George Illawarra's Madison Bartlett has escaped with a one-game NRLW ban for biting Parramatta opponent Sereana Naitokatoka.
Manly aim to snap slow NRL starts
Manly have made a habit of starting slow in NRL seasons gone by and they will need to be at their best in round one if they are to knock off premiers Penrith.
Cleary ruled out of Panthers’ NRL openers
Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary has been ruled out of the first three weeks of the NRL season after failing to recover from his shoulder surgery.
Naiqama stoked to answer Roosters’ call
Fijian captain and ex-Wests Tigers, Penrith and Newcastle star Kevin Naiqama is thrilled to have been handed another crack in the NRL with the Sydney Roosters.
Moses says Eels driven by disappointment
Parramatta halfback Mitchell Moses says his team are fitter heading into the 2022 NRL season than last year, driving by their finals disappointment.
Captain Capewell ready in Broncos debut
Kurt Capewell says he'd realise a career goal if he captains Brisbane in his club debut on Friday, with the Broncos waiting on the status of Adam Reynolds.
Cherry-Evans relishes Cleary NRL battle
Daly Cherry-Evans says he won't be giving up his Test jumper to Nathan Cleary without a fight as Manly take on Penrith on Thursday to open the NRL season.
Dragons’ Bartlett accused of NRLW bite
St George Illawarra's Madison Bartlett has been sent to the judiciary accused of biting an NRLW opponent in the Dragons' clash with Parramatta.
Titans roll the dice in NRL title quest
Gold Coast's NRL premiership ambitions rest on the shoulders of a talented but unproven spine in a high-stakes sporting gamble to bring glory to the Titans.
Tigers aim to end Bellamy-Storm NRL streak
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has never lost the opening game of an NRL season but the Wests Tigers feel they could end his perfect record.