Carrigan set to cover Cotter Origin blow
Pat Carrigan says he will do what he can to cover the massive loss of injured Queensland forward Reuben Cotter in the second State of Origin clash.
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Brown poised to be NZ’s next RL poster boy
Dylan Brown will make his New Zealand debut this week and with age on his side could well become the face of the Kiwis for a new generation of fans.
NSW axe four, Burton and Talakai to debut
NSW coach Brad Fittler has axed four players for State of Origin II with Matt Burton and Siosifa Talakai set to make their debuts for the Blues.
Roosters slump as Eels roar back to life
Parramatta responded after a shock defeat to Canterbury with a 26-16 NRL win over the Sydney Roosters.
Cleary’s Panthers provide NSW Origin boost
NSW Origin coach Brad Fittler will be delighted with the form of his Penrith stars in a 40-6 NRL thrashing of the Warriors.
Sharks make pitch for Blues selection
Sisosifa Talakai's versatility could change Brad Fittler's thinking as he prepares to name his NSW squad for Origin II on Sunday week.
Scrappy Sharks edge back into NRL top four
Cronulla have done just enough to see off Gold Coast in Coffs Harbour, winning their NRL clash 18-10 to climb back into the all-important top four.
Tigers look to Doueihi for big NRL boost
Wests Tigers interim coach Brett Kimmorley says there's no excuses for his side ahead of Sunday's game with Canterbury, with star Adam Doueihi back.
Cotter ruled out of State of Origin II
Queensland lock Reuben Cotter has been ruled out of State of Origin II, with a hamstring tear set to keep him out of the game for around a month.
Bellamy praises Meaney as new Mr Fix-it
Nick Meaney has emerged as one of Melbourne's most valuable players, according to coach Craig Bellamy who says the utility has the smarts to match his skills.
Taulagi on pole for maiden Maroons call-up
Murray Taulagi's red-hot form for the North Queensland Cowboys looks set to throw him into a Maroons debut in Perth.
Raiders, Knights desperate for NRL win
Canberra will be out to address their second-half woes while Newcastle will look to restore some pride when the sides clash at GIO Stadium on Sunday.
Melbourne end Brisbane winning run in NRL
Melbourne have stopped Brisbane's winning run at seven games, running away with a 32-20 victory in their NRL clash.
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.
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.