‘It was my call’: Taumalolo hits back at Matthew Johns
North Queensland powerhouse Jason Taumalolo has explained why he played Queensland Cup for Mackay recently after Matthew Johns questioned the move.
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Broncos’ dynamic duo target derby gains
Brisbane's veteran halves Ben Hunt and Adam Reynolds are preparing to torment the Dolphins with their boots and craft as their new combination ramps up.
Crichton looks back on Fifita saga with a smile
Angus Crichton reflects on a "sliding doors" moment and the David Fifita contract saga that almost spelt an end to his time at the Sydney Roosters.
Roosters favourites to land DCE as Bulldogs opt out
Daly Cherry-Evans has officially rejected Manly's last-ditch bid to retain him, while the Bulldogs say he won't be joining them.
Taumalolo to play for Mackay in Queensland Cup
North Queensland forward Jason Taumalolo will play for Mackay Cutters in his first game since off-season foot surgery as he targets a NRL return.
Trbojevic, Cherry-Evans hurt as Manly lose to Warriors
Manly have suffered a horror night in Auckland, with their two biggest names injured in a 36-16 loss to the Warriors.
Trbojevic, Cherry-Evans hurt as Manly lose to Warriors
Manly have suffered a horror night in Auckland, with their two biggest names injured in a 36-16 loss to the Warriors.
Roosters stun Penrith in proudest win of Teddy’s career
The Sydney Roosters, $11 outsiders tipped for a tough season, have stunned four-time reigning premiers Penrith for a famous NRL win.
Panthers lost to Roosters before kick-off: coach Cleary
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says his side were unprepared for the plucky Sydney Roosters ahead of a game that finished as a contender for upset of the NRL season.
St Helens, Salford reach Challenge Cup quarters
St Helens and Salford are through to the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup after beating Leeds and Bradford respectively.
Losalu swaps footy for worksite day after famous win
While his Sydney Roosters teammates were sleeping off a famous win over Penrith, rookie forward Taylor Losalu was up and about mixing concrete on the worksite.
Manly face anxious wait as Trbojevic heads for scans
Tom Trbojevic has been locked in for scans on his problematic left hamstring, while Daly Cherry-Evans' back also remains a concern for Manly.
Gold Coast looking for better season start at Belmore
Last year's trip to Belmore was a horror show for Gold Coast but Titans coach Des Hasler is feeling upbeat ahead of their latest clash with the Bulldogs.
‘You can’t win them all’: Ryles on Brown’s mega-deal
Dylan Brown's record-breaking $14 million deal at Newcastle has been the talk of the NRL, but Parramatta coach Jason Ryles isn't surprised his half accepted it.
Humphreys the man as South Sydney topple the Dragons
South Sydney have completed an unlikely 25-24 comeback win over St George Illawarra, with rookie half Jamie Humphreys kicking a late field goal.
Sharks extend Cowboys’ miserable NRL season start
Cronulla have handed the Cowboys a 36-12 thumping in Townsville with North Queensland now conceding 78 points in the opening two NRL rounds.
Debut double for Nicholson as Raiders outmuscle Broncos
New recruits Matty Nicholson and Savelio Tamale starred for the Raiders in a 32-22 upset over Brisbane in Canberra.
Why Stuart picked Nicholson in two-try Raiders debut
A double against high-flying Brisbane and high praise from coach Ricky Stuart ... Matty Nicholson couldn't have dreamed of a better start to life in the NRL.
Furious Flanagan says Klemmer won’t fix Dragons’ effort
Shane Flanagan has let loose on his NRL side after their loss to South Sydney, appearing as frustrated as at any point in his St George Illawarra tenure.
Edwards set for stint out, Trbojevic hamstring in clear
Manly have received the best news possible on star fullback Tom Trbojevic, but Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards will miss up to three weeks with a groin strain.
Humphreys shows why he knew he could be Souths No.7
Jamie Humphreys was considered long odds to be South Sydney's No.7 when he signed with the club last year, but he is now showing why he believed he could be.
Brown booed, Galvin stars as Tigers thrash Eels
Lachlan Galvin has run rings around Dylan Brown to help West Tigers down Parramatta 32-6.
Bulldogs lick injury wounds after biting the Titans
Canterbury have been left to count the cost of a 40-24 win over Gold Coast, with Matt Burton and Viliame Kikau suffering knee injuries.
Panthers and Tigers are alike: star winger Turuva
After scoring a hat-trick of tries, Wests Tigers recruit Sunia Turuva says he's feeling right at home with his new NRL club.
Scans confirm Burton, Kikau to miss up to six weeks
Matt Burton is expected back playing for Canterbury in a matter of weeks after scans confirmed only a low-grade knee injury.
Raiders offered suspended fine, no ban for Vegas tiff
The two Canberra players who wrestled one another in a Las Vegas elevator have received a breach notice from the NRL, but are not facing suspension.
Dolphins veteran shoulders blame, but no panic at 0-2
Felise Kaufusi admits he's as much to blame as any Dolphins teammate for the side's underwhelming start to the NRL season.
Storm hopeful star forward escapes ban for GF rematch
With Nelson Asofa-Solomona still "burning" about the 2024 NRL grand final, the Storm want to see the prop avoid another ban ahead of their next Panthers clash.
Souths in talks with Smith but immediate move unlikely
South Sydney have amped up their pursuit of Brandon Smith but the Sydney Roosters hooker looks unlikely to make an immediate switch to their bitter rivals.
Knights’ depth tested as Pearce-Paul, Thompson out
Newcastle second-rower Kai Pearce-Paul is staring at the prospect of a two-game ban, while fellow forward Leo Thompson is also looking at time on the sidelines.
Bennett confirms he wants Brandon Smith at Rabbitohs
Super coach Wayne Bennett says he'd love to have Brandon Smith at South Sydney, comparing the hooker's work ethic to injured Rabbitohs captain Cameron Murray.