Kangaroos not fussed by Pacific nation League defectors: Cherry-Evans
Australia's players claim they remain in the best position to defend their World Cup crown despite a State of Origin-calibre 17 opting to play elsewhere.
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Mitchell laments no scouts at Koori comp
NRL scouts should have been "knocking on the gate" at the Koori Knockout, disappointed South Sydney fullback Latrell Mitchell says, but instead none showed up.
NRL’s $4000 was fine too big: Matterson
Parramatta backrower Ryan Matterson claims $4000 was too big of a fine to pay for an NRL grand final crusher tackle, instead taking a three-game ban.
Eisenhuth confident of remaining a Panther
Off-contract Penrith forward Matt Eisenhuth missed out on selection in this year's grand final team but is confident he will remain at the Panthers in 2023.
Former Raider the NRL GF pitch invader
Former Canberra player Mark McLinden has been revealed as the man who invaded the pitch and removed a goal post pad at the NRL grand final.
NRL probes Warriors’ Curran after incident
The NRL is investigating Warriors forward Josh Curran following an incident at a licensed venue on the NSW mid-North Coast last weekend.
Eels’ Matterson chooses ban over fine
Parramatta's Ryan Matterson has chosen to accept a three-match ban rather than face a fine for his crusher tackle on Dylan Edwards during the NRL grand final.
NRLW star Boyle chooses work over Cup
Millie Boyle has pulled out of the Jillaroos' Rugby League World Cup squad, with the Newcastle NRLW star prioritising her new business.
Panthers to retain fortress in 2023: Ayres
Local MP Stuart Ayres says the plan is for NRL premiers Penrith to continue playing at BlueBet Stadium in 2023 as work towards a new ground nearby continues.
Tigers not raw over Koroisau’s GF joke
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has shrugged off a joke aimed at the struggling club by new recruit and Penrith premiership winner Api Koroisau.
Why new Kangaroo Taulagi turned down Samoa
Murray Taulagi agonised over whether to represent Australia or Samoa last week, with a phone call from Mal Meninga persuading him to play for the Kangaroos.
O’Sullivan taking Penrith lessons with him
Sean O'Sullivan didn't play in Sunday's grand final wins for Penrith but he plans to take what he's learned with him when he joins the Dolphins.
Leniu feasts on more NRL title success
Penrith bench forward Spencer Leniu says discipline in search of high-performance helped his Panthers once again summit the NRL's mountain.
Diehards’ Olds bros to play in World Cup
Brothers with fabled Brisbane club Valley Diehards will play for Wales in the Rugby League World Cup.
Cowboys’ Leilua charged with DV offences
North Queensland NRL player Luciano Leilua has been arrested and charged with domestic violence offences in Sydney.
Fifita in for Tonga, PNG name squad
Tonga and Papua New Guinea will have a host of NRL experience in their World Cup sides after naming 24-strong squads for the tournament in England.
Panthers label Leota an unheralded star
James Fisher-Harris has questioned why NRL rivals dare running near his Penrith front-row partner Moses Leota after the Kiwi's big shots in the premiership win.
Salmon plans on staying at Panthers
Jaeman Salmon has credited Penrith for reviving his NRL career, with the bench utility claiming he will re-sign with the club after their grand final win.
Tonegato misses Jillaroos RLWC call up
Star fullback Emma Tonegato has missed out on Jillaroos selection for the Rugby League World Cup in England amid high-class competition.
Unlikely hero Sorensen strikes gold
Penrith forward Scott Sorensen will go down as one of the more unlikely grand final try-scorers after crossing in the Panthers' win over Parramatta.
Jokes over for Tigers-bound Api, Papali’i
Api Koroisau has poked fun at his title chances at Wests Tigers as he and Isaiah Papali'i head to the club in contrasting moods after the NRL grand final.
Tedesco to captain Roos, Edwards left out
James Tedesco will be Australia's new captain but Penrith's Dylan Edwards misses out as the Kangaroos aim to seal a third-straight Rugby League World Cup.
Premiers Penrith rally around unlucky May
Taylan May's Penrith teammates have been quick to assure the winger he was a crucial member of the premiership team, even if he didn't make it onto the field.
Johnson snubbed as Kiwis’ RLWC squad named
New Zealand coach Michael Maguire has opted against picking Shaun Johnson in his squad for the Rugby League World Cup, which kicks-off in England this month.
Panthers keen for World Club Challenge
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says his club is keen for a World Club Challenge with St Helens, in what would be the first edition of the tournament since 2020.
Mixed emotions after tough Parramatta loss
Parramatta might have reached the NRL's grand final, but a 28-12 thrashing at the hands of Penrith showed how far they need to go to win a title.
Daddy’s home: Panthers’ last jibe in win
Still dressed in full jersey, James Fisher-Harris has delivered one last shot at western Sydney rivals Parramatta at Penrith's NRL grand final celebrations.
Penrith want spot as modern era’s greatest
Penrith have set their sights on becoming the most dominant team of the modern era after taking back-to-back NRL titles with their 28-12 win over Parramatta.
Cleary lauds Churchill winner Edwards
Industrious Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards has claimed the 2022 Clive Churchill Medal for best player in the NRL grand final.
Parramatta player ratings for the NRL GF
Parramatta couldn't handle a powerful Penrith line-up in Sunday night's NRL grand final, losing 28-12 at Accor Stadium.
Edwards stars in Panthers’ grand final win
Hard working fullback Dylan Edwards was instrumental in securing Penrith's second consecutive premiership at Accor Stadium on Sunday evening.