Sharks star now better at handling the heat: coach
Nicho Hynes had a record-breaking performance in Cronulla's big defeat of the Dolphins, with the Sharks now hoping to follow that result with another win.
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Unwanted star Tiger ‘fully supportive’ of exit plan
Four-time NRL premiership winner Jarome Luai admits it was "a bit of a shock" to be told he was unwanted by Wests Tigers beyond 2026.
‘Mentor for me’: Titans young gun has Fozball in sights
Gold Coast half Zane Harrison regards Manly coach Kieran Foran as a mentor, but now he intends to take the best of the former Titan and turn it on.
Coach backs ‘big game’ Broncos in last chance saloon
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has recalled Ezra Mam and Josiah Karapani to the starting side and shown faith in centre Gehamat Shibasaki for the Penrith clash.
Panthers coach reveals stance on leading NSW in 2027
Ivan Cleary won't entertain coaching NSW in 2027 in a bid to give incoming Peter Wallace time to learn the ropes before he takes over as Penrith coach.
Broncos finals hopes a virtual ‘Mission Impossible’
Brisbane must reach 13 wins to have any chance of playing finals in 2026, but even that wasn't enough for them in 2022 and may not be again this year.
‘Our Origin’: Tonga veteran targets revenge on Samoa
Tonga forward Felise Kaufusi wants another crack at Samoa in the World Cup as he reveals why the clash is so important to both nations.
NRLW players eye off longer season, full-time salaries
A $5.3 billion broadcast deal, booming participation and new contracts on the horizon have NRLW stars hopeful their league can soar to new heights.
Crichton on Bulldogs’ team sheet after ‘scary’ injury
Stephen Crichton is in Canterbury's extended squad for round 20 so is rated a chance to make a quick recovery from the frightening injury he suffered last week.
Premiership Panther hits books during injury lay-off
Penrith hooker Mitch Kenny swapped his birdwatching binoculars for science-fiction and fantasy novels as he recovered from his broken leg.
Luai joins Parramatta as Marshall slams rumours
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has launched a scathing attack on media claims of a rift between him and Jarome Luai, who will join Parramatta for 2027.
Dolphins walking wounded as hurdles hit Origin stars
Dolphins forward Felise Kaufusi has backed the side to bounce back from their 66-0 thumping as three State of Origin stars trained on their own on Tuesday.
How Storm will power finals tilt without injured stars
Cameron Munster could miss the remainder of the NRL season, while his Storm halves partner Jahrome Hughes is also injured in a blow to their finals hopes.
‘I want to pay them back’: new NRL deal for Souths half
Rising halfback Ashton Ward has signed a contract extension after producing some eye-catching form for the NRL club this season.
Missing piece in 2025 GF photo drives Bronco Billy
The motivation for Billy Walters to sign a new Brisbane deal is in front of him each day as he thanks a young gun for getting him through a second ACL recovery.
‘I’m ready to go’: Walters sends Broncos coach message
Brisbane veteran Billy Walters has put himself in the frame for an NRL recall after playing three matches for Souths Logan following a lengthy ACL recovery.
Walker must ‘take lessons and move on’ for Roosters
Daly Cherry-Evans has backed Sam Walker to shake off State of Origin disappointment on the Sydney Roosters' run to the NRL finals.
‘No more excuses’: Broncos cavalry back for miracle run
Brisbane have received a boost for their fading finals hopes with a suite of stars set to return for the away clash against Penrith as they eye a winning run.
‘I won’t back flip’: Samoa star reveals plan for Cup
Payne Haas has cleared the air on his World Cup plans and says there is a "great chance" for Samoa to lift the trophy for the first time.
‘Thanks Sammy, mate’: Burgess’ role in Dufty comeback
Matt Dufty has been a bargain buy for South Sydney this season, most recently setting up three tries in an upset win against Newcastle in round 19.
Pointless exercise: Titans coach testy after Storm loss
A 78th-minute Nick Meaney try has allowed Melbourne to snatch a 22-18 win over Gold Coast but Titans coach Josh Hannay feels his team was hard done by.
Cowboy keeps his cool for golden-point win over Manly
Scott Drinkwater has kicked an 82nd-minute field goal to help North Queensland to a 19-18 win over Manly.
Party time as Souths stun Knights on Arrow’s birthday
South Sydney have scored an upset defeat of Newcastle as the NRL held "the world's biggest birthday party" for former Rabbitohs forward Jai Arrow.
Temara leads Raiders to big NRLW win over Warriors
Star halfback Zahara Temara has guided Canberra to their second win of the NRLW season, setting up four tries in the Raiders' 42-16 win over the Warriors.
‘I refuse to give up’: Jai Arrow on MND fight
The NRL has held the "world's biggest birthday party" for Jai Arrow as the former South Sydney forward continues his fight against motor neurone disease.
Big call for Roosters star after joining 300-game club
Sydney Roosters winger Daniel Tupou will start to start weigh up taking his NRL career into a 16th season after scoring a hat-trick in his 300th game.
Human highlights reel open to rugby league exit party
Mark Nawaqanitawase is still open to featuring in this year's Rugby League World Cup, despite agreeing to switch codes at the end of the season.
‘Dicks don’t know’: Stuart vindicated on young halfback
Powerful middle forwards are how No.7s like Ethan Sanders and Nathan Cleary silence their critics, according to the Canberra Raiders coach.
Four-word Ryles answer shows why Eels may sign Luai
Parramatta coach Jason Ryles has given the strongest indication yet that Jarome Luai is worth signing, in a move to benefit the Eels in 2027 and beyond.
Rooster honours Tongan royalty with milestone hat-trick
Daniel Tupou has produced a second-half hat-trick to lead the Sydney Roosters to a 28-12 win over Parramatta in his 300th NRL game.
‘Bit scary’: Dogs reveal outlook after skipper’s injury
Stephen Crichton is set for scans on his neck after suffering a loss of feeling in his right arm in Canterbury's 40-16 defeat to Canberra.