Hammer’s time: Why Slater picked Dolphin over Walsh
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has vowed to implement key aspects of Billy Slater's fullback play into his own after edging out Reece Walsh for the coveted No.1 spot.
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Step back: Blues star’s dance ban ahead of Origin III
Brian To'o has had to give up dancing ahead of the State of Origin decider to ensure he will recover from a knee issue in time to play.
Health is wealth: Fevers tell Luai to slow down
Jarome Luai has been copping it from NSW teammates about a boil putting him in hospital, but he actually had fevers after a staph infection from a chest wound.
Tigers star can see why Da Silva turned blue and gold
Tallyn Da Silva's three-and-a-half year deal at Parramatta is complete, allowing him to run out for the Eels after their bye.
Fa’alogo out, clubs hold breath after brutal NRL round
Melbourne winger Sua Fa'alogo will miss at least two months after tearing his hamstring, one of many high-profile NRL players injured during round 17.
Fittler withdraws interest in coaching Kangaroos
Brad Fittler's withdrawal leaves another NRL legend as favourite to replace Mal Meninga as Australian rugby league team coach.
Rachael Pearson turns NSW snub into peak fitness
Rachael Pearson is feeling fitter and stronger than at any point of her NRLW career, spurred on by missing out on a place in NSW's State of Origin side.
‘He’s ready’: Maguire says Walsh has made Maroons case
Reece Walsh will press his case for a Maroons recall as the Broncos aim to continue their resurgence against the in-form Warriors.
Dragons coach says halves duo for Eels is deserved
Ahead of their Eels clash, Shane Flanagan says there are plenty of voices at the Dragons who back his selection as his in-form reserve grade halves impress.
NRL’s judiciary changes on hold after dispute notice
The Rugby League Players' Association have launched a formal dispute around the process the NRL used to implement its new judiciary rules.
Manly make next Trbojevic centre call after Tigers win
Tom Trbojevic has had a hand in two tries after moving to the centres, helping Manly overcome a scrappy first half to outlast Wests Tigers 28-10.
Origin decider fear for injured Ponga as Raiders go top
Newcastle skipper Kalyn Ponga's immediate playing future is in doubt after he failed to finish his side's 22-18 loss to the Raiders.
Blues happy to give Luai time to beat infection
NSW would ideally want Jarome Luai back at training by Thursday, after the Blues five-eighth was hospitalised with an infection ahead of State of Origin III.
DCE future not a distraction for Manly: Trbojevic
Daly Cherry-Evans won't be making an announcement on his future plans "any time soon", but Tom Trbojevic is insistent it's not an issue for him or Manly.
Referee contact charge adds to Tigers’ spine issues
Wests Tigers could be without their four first-choice spine members from the start of the year, along with a back-up half, with Heath Mason facing a ban.
All aboard the Penrith revival after 8-6 win over Dogs
Penrith have claimed a fourth straight win to establish themselves firmly in the NRL's top eight, after a tense 8-6 win over Canterbury.
Bulldogs say Galvin off bench could be best way forward
Lachlan Galvin could still be left coming off Canterbury's bench after the State of Origin period, with coach Cameron Ciraldo liking the current rotation.
To’o avoids ban, but knee still a hurdle before Origin
NSW State of Origin winger Brian To'o has avoided a high-tackle ban, but will still likely need scans on his left knee before entering camp for game three.
‘We can help him’: Dolphins land out-of-favour Bronco
Brisbane's out-of-favour star Selwyn Cobbo won't leave early after securing a one-year NRL deal with NRL cross-town rivals the Dolphins.
Tevaga won’t stay at Manly, set for Super League move
Manly have missed out on re-signing Samoan international Jazz Tevaga, the handy forward utility inking a two-year deal with Wakefield Trinity.
Last-ditch Campbelltown talks to try to keep Tigers
Campbelltown's council has just days to commit money to its stadium and convince Wests Tigers not to walk out on playing matches in southwest Sydney.
Seibold adamant next fortnight won’t define him
Manly coach Anthony Seibold says any suggestions he has weeks to fight for his job are "agenda-driven" and "nonsensical", while making calls on two key players
‘We got lucky’: Coach shocked by Knights star’s injury
The Newcastle Knights are delighted to have welcomed home one of their star players who suffered a lacerated kidney in last Saturday's NRL win in Perth.
Former Bulldogs boss to chair new PNG franchise
The NRL's expansion franchise in PNG has a board with the Australian Rugby League Commission naming former Bulldogs boss Ray Dib as the chair.
Injured Dolphins ready to rock Wayne’s world: Nicholls
The Dolphins have suffered further injury blows but prop Josh Kerr is set to return and veteran forward Mark Nicholls is keen to get one over Wayne Bennett.
Luai backed Tigers push for fellow halfback Reynolds
Jarome Luai joined Wests Tigers keen to steer a team around but says he had no qualms about the club's bid to sign veteran halfback Adam Reynolds.
Walters does not want to be hooked in Broncos No.9 hunt
With the return of Ben Hunt imminent, Billy Walters knows he must fire if he wants to stay in the Broncos' top 17 long-term.
Cleary vents over NRL’s ‘disturbing’ new powers
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is unhappy with the NRL's judicial process, lashing the hip-drop rule, the Match Review Committee and ARLC's new charging power.
Nathan Cleary named for Panthers as Souths get boost
Penrith star Nathan Cleary is set to take on Canterbury as South Sydney's season goes on the line with Cody Walker and Campbell Graham both back.
Herbie goes bananas as Dolphins’ dazzle bears fruit
Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth has a suite of offloads that he is unleashing on the NRL, with more to come against South Sydney..
How rival’s selfless act gave Bulldogs their NRLW coach
Retired NRL player Brayden Wiliame can thank the Warriors for his new job as the foundation coach of Canterbury's women's side.