Roosters confirm new NRLW signings
The Sydney Roosters will hope the signings of Destiny Brill, Jayme Fressard and Shaniah Power can bolster their chances of winning consecutive premierships.
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Papalii happy with Qld Origin cameo role
Veteran prop Josh Papalii played just 20 minutes across two stints of Queensland's State of Origin game one win against NSW in Sydney.
Dolphins sign ex-Origin player Lee
State of Origin representative and NRL premiership winner Brenko Lee has signed with the Dolphins on a two-year contract.
Jumping Jeremiah ready to make Origin mark
Jeremiah Nanai is jumping at the chance to contribute to a Queensland State of Origin series win after avoiding serious injury and acclimatising in Sydney.
Martin revels in Maroons’ ‘grub’ claims
Liam Martin has been crowned as Queensland's most hated New South Welshman but the Penrith backrower is at ease with the Maroons' claims he is a "grub".
NSW must ditch nice guys Origin act: Paulo
Junior Paulo concedes NSW will have to get nasty in the battle for supremacy at the ruck in Origin II.
Stars align for NSW in Women’s Origin
Gun prop Millie Boyle is one of five Dally M medallists in the NSW Women's State of Origin side that will play at GIO Stadium on Friday night.
Martin to test Munster’s Origin mettle
Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster knows his patience will be tested by Blues enforcer Liam Martin, who he expects will target him physically.
Kiwis Test team a Warriors-free zone
New Zealand have named their line-up for Saturday's rugby league Test against Tonga, including an exciting halves combination of Dylan Brown and Jahrome Hughes.
How Kiwis debutant Leota was almost a Blue
Moses Leota almost became NSW's version of Ronaldo Mulitalo last year when he was considered for State of Origin only to be ruled out by an eligibility check.
Panicked Blues pose threat to Maroons
NSW's Penrith combinations pose a threat to Queensland's hopes of wrapping up the Origin series with a game to spare, according to Maroons great Billy Moore.
Wests hopeful of naming new coach in weeks
Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis says the club is hoping to unveil its new head coach in the coming weeks.
Familiar feel as Fittler opts for Burton
Matt Burton will rekindle his defensive connection with fellow Penrith grand final winners Jarome Luai and Brian To'o in Origin II on Sunday.
Blues Women not ready for Pelite: Maroons
Queensland captain Ali Brigginshaw says NSW may not be ready for dynamic centre Evania Pelite ahead of the Women's State of Origin in Canberra on Friday night.
Ringside seat gives Koroisau clear vision
Api Koroisau will come into the NSW side for Origin II with the aim of disrupting Queensland's dominance at the ruck.
Tino a lock to negate Qld’s Cotter loss
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui will return to the lock position for Queensland in State of Origin II in what looms as a crucial role, replacing the injured Reuben Cotter.
NSW’s Tonegato sets sights on Origin glory
Reigning Dally M medallist Emma Tonegato will be out to lead NSW to Women's State of Origin glory against Queensland in Canberra on Friday night.
Trans ban for women’s rugby league Tests
The governing body for international rugby league has banned transgender athletes from competing at this year's Women's World Cup while more research is done.
How King Wally inspired Taulagi’s Origin rise
Murray Taulagi played rugby union until he was 16 but says a brush with Wally Lewis was all it took to convince him to pledge his allegiance to the Maroons.
Mulitalo finds peace in Kiwis call-up
Twelve months on from the eligibility saga that stopped him playing State of Origin, Ronaldo Mulitalo has been called up for New Zealand.
Koula to follow Taumalolo’s Tongan path
Manly's Tolutau Koula is part of a new generation of Tongan players opting to follow the path set by Andrew Fifita and Jason Taumalolo.
Tapine buzzing for epic New Zealand clash
Star Canberra and New Zealand prop Joe Tapine admits the prospect of playing Saturday's match against Tonga in his home country is an emotional one.
Four Origin debutants in women’s NSW team
Four women are preparing to make their State of Origin debuts for the NSW Sky Blues, who have also unveiled a new look spine.
Blues’ Origin moves won’t distract Slater
Queensland coach Billy Slater isn't preoccupied by the Blues' reaction to a series-opening State of Origin loss likely to prompt five NSW selection changes.
Burton free for Origin after Twal tackle
Matt Burton appeared to force his hand into Alex Twal's neck during Canterbury's win over Wests Tigers but has not been sanctioned and is free for Origin II.
Burton another playmaking option for NSW
NSW coach Brad Fittler hopes the inclusion of Matt Burton in the State of Origin side can help the Blues to overcome Queensland's kick pressure in game two.
Arrow, Taulagi in for steady Slater’s Qld
Queensland coach Billy Slater has replaced the injured Reuben Cotter and Xavier Coates with Jai Arrow and Murray Taulagi respectively for State of Origin II.
Koroisau to start for Blues in Origin II
Api Koroisau has stormed into NSW's starting side for the second game of the State of Origin series, while Siosifa Talakai and Matt Burton will debut.
Addo-Carr’s Origin advice for Burton
Josh Addo-Carr has missed out on selection in Origin II but that hasn't stopped him from cheering Matt Burton as he prepares to make his Origin debut.
Bulldogs build on NRL success under Potter
Canterbury have strung together back-to-back wins for the first time since 2019 after accounting for Wests Tigers 36-12 at Commbank Stadium.
Raiders pinch last-gasp win over Knights
Second-rower Hudson Young has scored a try in the 79th minute as Canberra snatched a vital 20-18 NRL win over Newcastle.