Burton, Gagai avoid ban for Origin fight
Matt Burton and Dane Gagai can count themselves lucky after they escaped suspension for their brawl in Wednesday's State of Origin decider.
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Carrigan caps debut Origin series in style
Queensland's Patrick Carrigan has capped a magnificent debut State of Origin series by claiming the Wally Lewis Medal.
Young Tommy gun fires as Maroons triumph
Tom Dearden's role was shrouded in secrecy but the young playmaker rose to the occasion on his Origin debut with a composed performance in Queensland's halves.
Proud Slater lauds crazy Qld Origin win
Billy Slater has lauded Queensland's 22-12 win in a crazy State of Origin decider as one of the greatest victories he's witnessed.
Fittler slams ‘ridiculous’ Burton sin-bin
NSW coach Brad Fittler isn't sure why Matt Burton joined Dane Gagai in the sin-bin after the pair's fight triggered an all-in scuffle in State of Origin III.
Maroons win epic Origin decider over NSW
Queensland have beaten NSW 22-12 in a pulsating State of Origin series decider in front of 52,385 fans at Suncorp Stadium.
Maroons overcome early Origin carnage
Both teams suffered but it was Queensland who found a way to glory after a brutal opening to the Origin decider which left three players out of the game.
Star Panther to keep copying NBA legend
Ahead of his 150th game, Penrith prop forward James Fisher-Harris has revealed that he models his approach to the NRL on the late NBA legend Kobe Bryant.
Moses, Papali’i talks continue at Eels
The Eels are currently negotiating the terms of a new deal that would keep Mitch Moses at the club for life but the future of Isaiah Papali'i is less clear cut.
Sironen backs Blues to overcome Origin decider hoodoo against Queensland
NSW must look to past State of Origin wins in Brisbane as guidance in how to stop Queensland on their home turf.
Three-game NRL ban for Smith’s ref blast
The NRL judiciary has banned Melbourne hooker Brandon Smith for three matches for calling referee Adam Gee a "cheating bastard" in their loss to Cronulla.
Blues bench holds key to Origin battle
Brad Fittler will be banking on his interchange to turn the screw and guide NSW to victory in Wednesday's Origin decider.
Dearden, Nanai earn Qld Origin moments
Tom Dearden will debut on the biggest rugby league stage, while his North Queensland teammate Jeremiah Nanai looms as an ace up the Maroons' sleeve.
Utility Nikorima heading to NRL’s Dolphins
Kodi Nikorima has signed to join NRL newcomers the Dolphins for two years starting with their inaugural 2023 campaign.
Rabbitohs back to their best: Walker
South Sydney veteran Cody Walker says the Rabbitohs have shaken off their turbulent start to the NRL season once and for all.
Panthers to rest all their Origin players
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has chosen to rest all seven of his players involved in Wednesday's State of Origin decider from the club's Sunday NRL game.
History no help in Origin decider: Slater
Queensland coach Billy Slater won't hear of his side's historical dominance in State of Origin deciders, insisting his players need to earn the result.
NSW’s Fittler, Tedesco eye Origin history
NSW aim to seal their fourth series win under Brad Fittler on Wednesday knowing beating the Maroons on home soil in a decider shapes as the biggest test.
Feldt backs Cowboys’ mental strength
A gruelling preseason and being pushed to their mental limits is the backbone of North Queensland's success this season, says winger Kyle Feldt.
Queensland predict Papalii Origin response
The effectiveness of Queensland prop Josh Papalii has been questioned in this State of Origin series, but teammates are eager to see his response on Wednesday.
Dymock sacked by struggling NRL Titans
Gold Coast's NRL mid-season review has claimed its first casualty with assistant coach Jim Dymock sacked by the struggling Titans.
Brave Cowboy Dearden Origin ready: DCE
Debutant Tom Dearden is firming as Daly Cherry-Evans' halves partner for the State of Origin decider and has been urged not to try and emulate Cameron Munster.
Nerves kicking in for Blues rookie Saifiti
NSW debutant Jacob Saifiti admits pre-match nerves are starting to build as he gets closer to Wednesday's State of Origin decider in Brisbane.
Qld ‘still a threat’ without Munster: Luai
NSW five-eighth Jarome Luai insists Cameron Munster's COVID-19 enforced absence for Wednesday's Origin decider changes nothing in terms of his preparation.
Sims avoids long NRL ban for high shot
Dragons forward Tariq Sims could miss just one game despite being sin-binned twice in his side's NRL loss to Brisbane.
King Wally backs Dearden to stand up in Munster’s absence for Origin decider
Wally Lewis has recalled the self-doubt before his State of Origin debut, delivering a vote of confidence in Tom Dearden and the "underdog" Maroons.
Bronco build continues under eye of greats
Members of Brisbane's 1992 premiership side have celebrated as the NRL club's rebuild went to new heights with a win over St George Illawarra.
Baby Broncos rise above Dragons’ muscle
Brisbane defied the loss of a host of big names and some heavy attention from St George Illawarra to notch a 32-18 NRL win at Suncorp Stadium.
Snapshot of round 17 of the NRL
A snapshot of round 17 of the NRL where Melbourne and Newcastle stumbled and Brisbane defied a host of big-name absentees.
Cleary follows footsteps of Johns, Stuart
Nathan Cleary has yet to win an Origin decider and if he can do so in Brisbane he enters the esteemed company of Andrew Johns and Ricky Stuart.
Revived Corey Oates eyes Origin redemption
Corey Oates never thought he would play for Queensland again but after rediscovering his mojo at club level the winger is set for an unlikely Origin return.