Shoulder set for prelim but Cleary eyes more Geyer prep
Mavrik Geyer put Nathan Cleary's shoulder to the test ahead of Penrith's qualifying final, with the second-rower in line to do the same this week.
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‘Gone for sure’: Radley on rapid recovery for Roosters
Sydney Roosters lock Victor Radley says conversations with club legends helped him with his rapid-fire recovery from a fractured scapula.
NRL fine with Jake Trbojevic non-concussion call
The NRL says Connor Watson pushing Jake Trbojevic may have saved him from being immediately ruled out of Manly's semi-final loss to the Sydney Roosters.
Leniu loving Blore’s NRL blossoming under Bellamy
Sydney Roosters prop Spencer Leniu says he's happy to see his cousin Shawn Blore thrive at Melbourne ahead of a preliminary final match up between the duo.
Raiders lock down speedster Weekes for two more years
Canberra's fullback-in-waiting Kaeo Weekes will remain at the club until at least the end of the 2027 NRL season.
Henry’s journey from small-town tradie to NRL stardom
Penrith prop Liam Henry is 80 minutes away from completing a five-year journey from small-town tradie to NRL grand finalist.
Brailey knows running game must come to fore for Sharks
Blayke Brailey is well aware Cronulla are statistically a far greater chance of winning when he runs out of dummy-half, but he says it's easier said than done.
Munster ‘excited’ to be target for Roosters bruiser
Melbourne star Cameron Munster isn't shying away from an anticipated physical challenge from Jared Waerea-Hargreaves in Friday's NRL preliminary final.
Ponga’s Test withdrawal may rest with selectors, NRL
Kalyn Ponga has opted to withdraw from Kangaroos contention for the end-of-year Tests, despite a rule stating players must make themselves available if fit.
Isabelle Kelly shakes off injury scare for NRLW finals
The Sydney Roosters expect captain Isabelle Kelly to return from her elbow injury in time for the NRLW finals.
NRL fines Dragons over Volkman contract saga
St George Illawarra have been slapped with a suspended $40,000 fine for the handling of Ronald Volkman's contract, after he failed a medical at the club.
Positive test: NRL slaps Addo-Carr with breach notice
Canterbury star Josh Addo-Carr has been formally issued with a breach notice by the NRL as the fallout to his positive drugs test continues.
Cult hero Tom Hazelton’s dirty road to NRL stardom
Only 80 minutes separates towering Cronulla prop Tom Hazelton from playing in a grand final, but he nearly traded his NRL dream for a career in landscaping.
Teddy is tops but Storm star out to end Roosters’ run
Ryan Papenhuyzen says rival fullback James Tedesco is back to his best but Melbourne are doing their homework on multiple threats in the Sydney Roosters side.
‘Scary’: NRLW’s best player tipped to get even better
Semi-finalists Newcastle need Dally M medallist Tamika Upton to fire against the high-flying Roosters, but her club captain believes her best is still to come.
Jarome Luai lifts lid on NRL game day ritual
Long before kick-off in the preliminary final at Accor Stadium, Penrith five-eighth Jarome Luai will take the field for a weekly ritual.
How JWH can help Roosters conquer Nelson-inspired Storm
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been backed to cut Storm giant Nelson Asofa-Solomona down to size as the Sydney Roosters aim to end their hoodoo against Melbourne.
Coach Meninga upset by Ponga’s Kangaroos withdrawal
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga says he's made contact with Kalyn Ponga and made clear his disappointment at the Newcastle star's selection withdrawal.
Victor Radley back from injury for Roosters’ semi-final
Hard-hitting second-rower Victor Radley is set to return from his shoulder injury to line up for the injury-hit Sydney Roosters in the semi-final against Manly.
Rookie Plath wins Dolphins player of year, Origin next
Dolphins forward Max Plath stunned in his rookie NRL season to win the player of the year award and good judges are tipping him to play for Queensland in 2025.
Tigers leave Sharks NRLW finals hopes swimming in doubt
The Wests Tigers have clawed their way to a second NRLW win, shocking the Sharks at home and leaving Cronulla reeling in their own waters
Fitzgibbon desperate to end Sharks’ poor finals run
Cronulla are out to snap a seven-game finals losing streak when they host North Queensland at Allianz Stadium.
Talau brings Rooster star Sergis over to Manly’s side
Manly winger Tommy Talau conquered his father Willie's old team in his first finals match - and now he must beat his partner Jess Sergis' club in his second.
Cowboys’ prodigal son Clifford shines after lifeline
North Queensland half Jake Clifford left the club the same day No.6 Tom Dearden arrived in 2021 but now the pair hold the halves key to the side's final hopes.
Roosters refuse to roll out semi-final farewell party
The Sydney Roosters' semi-final against Manly could be the last game for the club for some of the biggest names, but they're adamant it is not time to reflect.
Souths back themselves to turn Schuster’s career around
Josh Schuster is set to return to the NRL in 2025 at South Sydney, with the Rabbitohs confident they can bring the best out of the enigmatic half.
Trbojevic says shoulder better, but Tests unlikely
Manly star Tom Trbojevic says his problem shoulder is feeling better ahead of the NRL semi-final against Sydney Roosters, but end-of-year Tests are unlikely.
Sharks circle minor premiership with top four undecided
Cronulla are circling the minor premiership but coach Tony Herman says the squad is not getting carried away at the prospect of their first ever finals berth.
South Pacific nations back PNG NRL bid, PM gives update
The PNG NRL bid has strategic support of South Pacific nations as Anthony Albanese said "the final details" of government funding for the bid has been reached.
McIntyre does late grandad proud in super Cowboys year
North Queensland forward Sam McIntyre had a tough start to 2024 when he lost his grandfather, but the support and faith of coach Todd Payten helped him through.
Brooks ready to shut down old housemate Tedesco
Luke Brooks was forced to wait 4040 days to play his first finals match. Now an old housemate looms his opposition's biggest threat six days later.