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.
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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.
Raiders face Savage NRL selection call
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has a good selection headache to have with Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad and Xavier Savage both vying for the No.1 jersey.
Tedesco’s warning to Roosters’ NRL rivals
Declaring himself stronger than he's ever felt, superstar fullback James Tedesco has fired an ominous warning to the Sydney Roosters' NRL rivals.
Titans break through for first NRLW win
Gold Coast have won their first NRLW match, beating the Sydney Roosters 26-16, with Brisbane and St George also picking up round two wins.
Broncos extend coach Walters’ NRL contract
Brisbane have extended coach Kevin Walters' contract to the end of the 2023 NRL season, citing need for continuity and stability.
Burgess cops mammoth fine, NRL suspension
Former South Sydney superstar Sam Burgess has been fined $30,000 and suspended for multiple drug offences and threatening behaviour.
NSWRL question ARLC probe
The NSWRL have questioned if the ARL Commission have the jurisdiction to investigate the organisation, after Nick Politis and George Peponis quit the board.
Depleted Storm ready to rise in NRL again
Melbourne survived their first iteration of life after the "big three" but face another challenge in 2022 following key personnel changes in their NRL line-up.
Dragons’ Albert stars after NRLW setbacks
St George Illawarra's Papua New Guinea prop Elsie Albert has overcome gender prejudice and visa issues to become one of the stars of the NRLW.
Fa’asuamaleaui commits to Kangaroos dream
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has chosen Australia over Samoa ahead of this year's Rugby League World Cup.
NRL to overhaul suspension loopholes
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo says the NRL will review its suspension and fine systems in the coming weeks.
Tedesco apologises for ‘Squid Games’ slur
James Tedesco has apologised for the racial slur that led to the NRL handing him a $10,000 fine.
Verrills to fight for Roosters No.9 jersey
Sam Verrills has made it clear he wants to stay at the Sydney Roosters and fight off Brandon Smith for the club's long-term hooker role.
NRL stars predict end to lopsided scores
Daly Cherry-Evans and James Tedesco believe the NRL will have a reduction in blowout results after a 2021 season full of big scorelines.
Storm skipper Bromwich forced to isolate
Melbourne's NRL round one preparation has hit another hurdle with skipper Jesse Bromwich forced to isolate for the next week after his son contracted COVID-19.
Broncos’ Reynolds ruled out of round one
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds will miss the round-one NRL clash against his former club Souths after the star halfback tested positive to COVID.
Leaders shield Tiger cubs from coach talk
James Tamou says helping players to not be distracted by negative reports and conjecture over Michael Maguire's future is a job for Wests Tigers' five captains.
NRL flood fund set to aid grassroots clubs
The NRL is launching a $500,000 flood fund aimed at getting local rugby league clubs back on the field.
Repaying NRL teammates a focus for Radley
A candid Victor Radley says he let the Sydney Roosters down in 2021 after spending a third of the NRL season sidelined because of suspension.
Keary fit for Roosters in NRL round one
The 12-month wait for Luke Keary to partner Sam Walker in the Sydney Roosters' halves is set to end, with Keary declaring himself fit for round one.
Inconsistency annoys banned Raider Rapana
Canberra Raiders' star Jordan Rapana says he's not happy he couldn't serve a one-game ban in the NRL All Stars match.
Woman has no memory of sex with NRL player
A woman allegedly raped by former NRL player Tristan Sailor woke up naked and bleeding with no memory of what happened, a NSW jury has been told.
Welch joins Bromwich as Storm co-captain
Melbourne have announced Christian Welch will join Jesse Bromwich as co-captain of the Storm for the 2022 NRL season.
Knee injury blow for Raiders’ Fogarty
Canberra recruit Jamal Fogarty will be sidelined for about four months after scans revealed a knee injury that will likely require surgery.
Warriors get Dylan Walker from 2023
The Warriors have snatched Dylan Walker away from Manly, with the former Kangaroos Test centre signing a three-year NRL deal starting in 2023.