Kangaroos seek to silence Samoa’s Suaalii
Australia have admired Joseph Suaalii's showings for Samoa from afar, but have promised to shut him down in this weekend's Rugby League World Cup final.
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Ruthless Tigers rejoice as NRL swap sealed
The Jackson Hastings and David Klemmer swap deal between Newcastle and Wests Tigers is complete, with the joint-venture making no apologies for ruthlessness.
Tough to leave Jones’ England: Seibold
Anthony Seibold has revealed how tough a decision it was to quit England's Rugby Union World Cup campaign under Eddie Jones and join Manly a year early.
Slater tips drive Fermor to revive Titans
Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor was one of the NRL side's best last season, but to go to the next level he must follow through on advice from a Maroons legend.
Cleary braces for Luai’s wind-up tactics
Nathan Cleary will face Jarome Luai in the Rugby League World Cup final and is ready for a spray and a bit of niggle from his Penrith and NSW teammate.
Hastings the 14th Tiger to go in 2022
Jackson Hastings' looming exit from Wests Tigers means close to half of the NRL club's top-30 squad from the start of this year have left the club.
Walsh breathing his way to Broncos No.1
Marquee Brisbane Broncos signing Reece Walsh has turned to a breathing coach who has mentored Mitchell Moses in his quest to win the fullback jersey.
Cowboys shift sheds weight off NRL’s Tamou
The pain of last season almost made James Tamou call curtains on his NRL career, but he's been offered a swansong back where it all began.
NRL keeping watch on Radley investigation
The NRL is speaking with World Cup officials as they investigate an alleged altercation between Sydney Roosters forward Victor Radley and an Irish player.
Kangaroos braced for boos in RLWC final
Australia's players insist the boos they are going to be given by English supporters at the Rugby League World Cup final are a mark of respect.
Stone ready to rock for Dolphins after ACL
Dolphins utility Ray Stone can't wait to play under Wayne Bennett with his new NRL club as the former Parramatta player targets being fit for round one.
Wild Samoan ride nears a fairytale ending
Samoa's World Cup final meeting with Australia has the potential to shake international rugby league to its core.
Samoa stun England to book RLWC final spot
Samoa will play against Australia in the Rugby League World Cup final after defeating England 27-26 in London.
RLPA doubles down, lashes NRL offer
The RLPA is standing by its decision to reject the Collective Bargaining Agreement proposed by the NRL as tensions between the two parties reach critical mass.
Aussies edge NZ to grab RLWC final spot
Australia are through to the Rugby League World Cup final after securing a tough 16-14 win over New Zealand at Elland Road, Leeds.
Gilbert has big ambitions at Dolphins
Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert will look to an experienced forward pack and coach Wayne Bennett to ensure he goes to next level after a stellar 2022 at Cowboys.
Pay talks explode as stars hit out at NRL
Some of the NRL's biggest names have hit out at head office as the pay war between the league and its players is further engulfed in drama.
Croker signs extended NRL deal at Manly
Manly's reigning player of the year Lachlan Croker has signed a one-year contract extension that will keep him at the club until at least the end of 2024.
Meninga warns Kangaroos of Kiwi ambush
Mal Meninga says the Kangaroos will be facing a greatly-improved New Zealand side when they meet in the World Cup semi-finals.
Tigers’ Brown in Samoa’s World Cup line-up
Wests Tigers' Fa'amanu Brown has been called into Samoa's team to play England in Saturday's World Cup semi-final at the Emirates Stadium.
Veteran McCullough bows out of NRL
Veteran hooker Andrew McCullough has told teammates he is retiring from the NRL, forcing a change in St George Illawarra's spine for 2023.
Hoeter’s NRL future set after 7-year wait
Delouise Hoeter ended a 2475-day wait between NRL games last season and now has his future with the Brisbane Broncos secured until the end of 2024.
Cleary bids to kick conversion woes away
Valentine Holmes thinks UK conditions may be impacting Nathan Cleary's kicking - but he's tipping the halfback to rediscover his World Cup conversion accuracy.
NRL press ahead with pre-season comp
The NRL are set to offer up monetary prizes for players and clubs in a two-week pre-season tournament.
NRL draw launch underwhelms amid talks
The NRL will deal with 15 games being played away from clubs' regular grounds in 2023, with the changes due to the home FIFA Women's World Cup.
Seibold, Sea Eagles big losers in NRL draw
Brisbane and Manly have copped the toughest draws in the newly released 2023 NRL schedule, while Cronulla and Canberra are the big winners.
Kiwis’ Ferns aim to press NZ’s NRLW case
New Zealand would love nothing more than to prove they deserve a team in the NRLW when they face Australia in the World Cup.
RCG, Hunt return for Kangaroos-Kiwis clash
Reagan Campbell-Gillard will be charged with leading Australia from the front in their Rugby League World Cup semi-final clash with New Zealand.
Schoupp leaves Dogs for Titans’ NRL chance
Originally considered a difference-maker at the Bulldogs, Aaron Schoupp has been allowed to leave the NRL club for an opportunity on the Gold Coast.
Clarity on future kept Sullivan at Dragons
Jayden Sullivan has revealed how much-needed clarity around his development as a halfback prompted him to withdraw his request release at St George Illawarra.
Walters welcomes Broncos’ round one clash against Premiers Penrith
After a horror finish to the 2022 season, Brisbane coach Kevin Walters is relishing a season-opening trip to Penrith to get an early gauge on his squad.