Broncos to ‘calm’ Walsh down as loss rocks finals hopes
Brisbane must find composure when under the pump in games or risk blowing their finals hopes after Reece Walsh had a tough night in the loss to Parramatta
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Dragon’s season over, NRL comes down on illegal tackle
St George Illawarra have lost a key player to a knee injury, after an illegal tackle resulted in a two-match ban for a North Queensland forward.
Close-game kings Canberra show value of clutch wins
Winning big moments can be the difference between top four and missing finals, and it's no more evident than in Canberra and St George Illawarra's seasons.
Titans stun Warriors to celebrate Hasler’s 500th
Gold Coast have upset the Warriors and handed Des Hasler the unlikeliest of victories in his 500th NRL game as a head coach.
Seven in a row keeps Penrith’s top-four dream alive
Penrith are a chance to make a play at a top-four NRL spot after demolishing Wests Tigers at CommBank Stadium.
Roosters stay unbeaten, Titans, Cowboys rope NRLW wins
The Sydney Roosters remain unbeaten on top of the NRLW standings, as the Titans and Cowboys make their move up the ladder.
Bennett not keen on spoon talk as Bunnies fall to last
South Sydney have been left last on the NRL ladder and are fighting to avoid their first wooden spoon since 2006, after a gallant 14-12 loss to Cronulla.
Marshall still backing Fainu despite mid-game benching
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall insists he's not lost faith in Latu Fainu despite benching the young gun during the big loss to Penrith.
Ban heaps more misery on struggling Souths
Fighting to avoid the wooden spoon, South Sydney will be down yet another player in the coming weeks as Jack Wighton receives a hefty suspension.
Gagai earns Stuart’s praise as Raiders beat Knights
The Canberra Raiders have won their ninth straight match to close in on their first minor premiership since 1990, beating Newcastle 44-18.
Classy Clydsdale leads Knights to NRLW hat-trick
A Yasmin Clydsdale masterclass has kept the Knights on a roll in the NRLW, while the Broncos and Sharks also notched up victories.
Manly star’s season over as Bulldogs run riot
Manly lost superstar Haumole Olakau'atu to a season-ending shoulder injury in a loss to Canterbury that helped the Bulldogs into second place on the NRL ladder.
‘Each game is important’ as NRL finals race heats up
With six weeks remaining in the NRL's regular season, plenty is still up for debate when it comes to the make-up of the top eight.
Penrith’s mid-season rise destined for history books
Penrith are tracking to become the first NRL team this century to make the finals after sitting last on the ladder through 12 rounds.
Veteran props back for Dolphins as finals run heats up
The cavalry is returning for the Dolphins ahead of their Warriors away clash and the availability of Mark Nicholls and Felise Kaufusi isn't the only good news.
Confidence hit, but Dodd still wants to be an NRL No.7
Lewis Dodd has spoken about his tough first year at South Sydney, the hits to his confidence and why the Englishman still believes he can be an NRL halfback.
First clash against Tigers won’t faze Galvin: Burton
Lachlan Galvin's new halves partner Matt Burton is confident the young star won't feel daunted by the prospect of facing Wests Tigers for the first time.
Wish upon a seven: Storm ready for life without Hughes
Tyran Wishart has rejected any suggestion Melbourne's title hopes are ruined by Jahrome Hughes' shoulder injury as he contemplates a switch into the halves.
‘Managed’ Haas on track for Broncos’ clash with Souths
Brisbane general manager of football Troy Thomson has revealed how the Broncos are handling Payne Haas through his lower back complaint.
Tino hails Samoa visit as Test choice call looms
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is yet to make a call on whether he will make himself available for Samoa or Australia as he targets an early return from a knee injury.
Manly star’s season over, won’t play Pacific Cup
Manly's worst injury fears have been confirmed following their 42-4 loss to Canterbury, leaving the Sea Eagles with a more difficult task to play finals.
Storm lock down star playmaker with long-term deal
Jahrome Hughes believes his best football is ahead of him after signing a new four-year deal with Melbourne, urging his star teammates to follow his lead.
The statistic that shows Penrith are back to old ways
Penrith have won six games straight to catapult back into premiership contention, but there is one number alone that should have the rest of the NRL on notice.
‘You’ve got me’: NRL great busted for drink driving
An NRL great has been fined and had his license disqualified for almost a year after being busted driving almost four times over the blood alcohol limit.
‘Nothing sinister’: Kerr to fight NRL’s $10,000 fine
Queensland and Dolphins prop Josh Kerr will respond to a breach notice from the NRL which includes a $10,000 fine.
Farnworth extension ‘a priority’ for injured Dolphins
The Dolphins intend to keep star centre Herbie Farnworth long term as coach Kristian Woolf backs his team without 10 injured guns against North Queensland.
Trbojevic centre stage ahead of make-or-break month
Manly have made a big call in their backline ahead of a month of games including clashes against the top three teams on the NRL ladder.
Coach explains reason Dogs dropped Sexton for Galvin
Coach Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury aren't a side who want to sit still, while outlining why he pulled the trigger on Lachlan Galvin in the halves.
Newcastle No.1 insists he’s committed to Knights
Kalyn Ponga has affirmed his commitment to Newcastle amid speculation the gun fullback could be lured to rugby union.
Mitchell injury adds to ‘pressure’ on Souths coach
Wayne Bennett says the pressure on South Sydney is nothing he hasn't seen before in 40 years as coach, and an injury to Latrell Mitchell has just added to it .
‘Of course’ Sandon Smith still part of Roosters’ plans
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has explained his decision to preference off-contract veteran Chad Townsend for an NRL recall over Sandon Smith.