Blues blow as Wighton contracts COVID
NSW's hopes of levelling the State of Origin series against Queensland in Perth have been dealt a big blow with centre Jack Wighton contracting COVID-19.
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Cowboys score dramatic win over Sea Eagles
North Queensland have overcome the loss of Reuben Cotter and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow to claim a thrilling 28-26 away win over Manly.
Shaky Sharks’ NRL top-four push continues
Cronulla will look to win back-to-back games for the first time since rounds four and five when they face Gold Coast at Coffs Harbour.
Doueihi wants No.6 gig long-term at Tigers
Returning Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi says he wants to play in the halves long term, setting up a potential squeeze between the NRL club's three playmakers.
Panthers lock in NRL young gun Tago
Penrith have re-signed exciting young centre Izack Tago, who will be integral to the side's pursuit of back-to-back NRL premierships under coach Ivan Cleary.
De Belin can’t see himself playing for PNG
Jack de Belin says he'll not feel right playing rugby league for Papua New Guinea as he is unwilling to take a local's spot.
Rooster Keary ruled out of clash with Eels
Luke Keary won't play in the Sydney Roosters' clash with Parramatta on Saturday, having suffered a head knock last weekend.
Jones wants young half to reignite Johnson
Interim Warriors coach Stacey Jones hopes the debut of teenage playmaker Ronald Volkman can breathe life back into the form of struggling Shaun Johnson.
Ilias to keep Souths spot despite NRL hook
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou has made clear that Lachlan Ilias will start as halfback next round despite being hooked early against St George Illawarra.
Ilias hooked as Dragons embarrass Souths
St George Illawarra have flogged South Sydney 32-12 at WIN Stadium, with Rabbitohs halfback Lachlan Ilias hooked during a disastrous first half.
NRL’s U-19s Origin marquee falls flat
The NRL's bid for marquee players to feature in under-19s State of Origin has fallen flat, despite a rule that pushed for the game's best young talent to play.
Samoan stars back to play under Parish
Three Samoan stars who signed a petition for coach Matt Parish to be sacked as coach will play under the mentor in the Pacific Test.
Eels give Nathan Brown permission to leave
The Parramatta Eels have told former State of Origin forward Nathan Brown he is free to negotiate a deal with other NRL clubs.
Bellamy impressed by Brisbane’s NRL rise
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy is expecting a very different Brisbane on Friday night to the 2021 side that conceded 40 points in their last visit to AAMI Park.
Ivan Cleary reveals reason for ICU scare
Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has revealed the reason he was rushed to ICU last week, with the blood clot in his leg spreading to his lungs.
Leilua to make Cowboys debut in Qld derby
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has earmarked the Queensland derby with Brisbane for Luciano Leilua's Cowboys debut.
‘Bizarre’ two-game Women’s Origin queried
Both Women's State of Origin camps say a two-game series from next year will be "bizarre" and "confusing", with each side preferring a move to three games.
Sam Burgess set to make coaching call
South Sydney premiership hero Sam Burgess is close to making a call on his coaching future as the Rabbitohs and Dolphins seemingly fight for his services.
Eels split over cause of shock Dogs loss
Parramatta's star names can't pinpoint the reason for their shock defeat to Canterbury on Monday.
McCullough milestone in Dragons NRL clash
South Sydney will chase three straight wins for the first time this season and come up against a St George Illawarra side celebrating a veteran's milestone.
NRLW accelerates growth to 10 teams
The NRL has confirmed the NRLW will expand to a 10-team competition in 2023 with Canberra, Cronulla, North Queensland and Wests Tigers joining.
Staggs, Tupou picked for Tonga’s NZ Test
Kotoni Staggs and Daniel Tupou will have to decide if they want to play for Tonga or NSW's Origin side next week after being called up for international duty.
Halfback Williams to depart Raiders
Veteran Canberra half Sam Williams has agreed to leave the Raiders immediately, as NRL and Super League clubs circle for his signature.
Latrell not fit for Origin, says Demetriou
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou says it's not fair on an underdone Latrell Mitchell that he's being considered for a State of Origin recall in game two.
COVID delays Papenhuyzen’s Storm return
Melbourne's hopes of having Ryan Papenhuyzen back on deck to face Brisbane on Friday night have been dashed with the gun fullback contracting COVID-19.
Dragons’ De Belin puts PNG call on hold
Jack de Belin has opted against accepting a debut call-up for Papua New Guinea for next week's Pacific Test.
Kaufusi avoids fine for elbow on Walker
Melbourne star Felise Kaufusi has been found not guilty at the NRL judiciary, avoiding a fine and further strike against his name for an elbow on Sam Walker.
Papenhuyzen nears Storm NRL return
Ryan Papenhuyzen could make his return from injury in Melbourne's game against Brisbane on Friday.
Leilua granted early release from Tigers
Luciano Leilua has been granted an early release from his Wests Tigers contract and will join North Queensland for the remainder of the season.
Golden opportunities await NRL’s Raiders
Canberra will play bottom-eight teams in four of their next five matches, a stretch that could define their 2022 NRL season.
Koroisau urges Ciraldo to make Tigers move
Api Koroisau has given Cameron Ciraldo a glowing endorsement as the Penrith assistant coach nears a switch to Wests Tigers.