Papenhuyzen out for up to six NRL matches
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen will be missing for four-to-six weeks after scans revealed a posterior cruciate ligament injury as well as a hamstring tear.
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Broncos not a one-man NRL team: Palasia
Keenan Palasia has rated Brisbane's NRL win against South Sydney without Payne Haas as a telling one as they prepare to welcome the forward back to face Manly.
Hynes moves to back after Sharks take bans
Nicho Hynes will move to fullback for Cronulla after Will Kennedy and Jesse Ramien both accepted their NRL bans for high tackles.
Eels to start talks with Matterson on deal
Parramatta are set to meet with Ryan Matterson's management to discuss a new deal, as up to five other NRL rivals are believed to have shown interest.
Broncos young gun loses driver’s licence
Brisbane Broncos young gun Selwyn Cobbo has been disqualified for driving for six months after appearing in court on multiple traffic offences.
Gagai, Clifford could return for Knights
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has revealed Dane Gagai could be among big-name inclusions to face Canterbury, as the Knights try to avoid an eighth straight loss.
NRL confirms Cleary kick ruling
The NRL has confirmed Nathan Cleary was not entitled to take a second shot after a Parramatta trainer ran across the goals in Penrith's two-point loss.
Simple advice that returned Oates to form
Corey Oates has gone from Queensland Cup to Maroons State of Origin contention in the space of a year, after being axed to Brisbane reserve grade last May.
Affair led Dawson to kill wife: Crown
Former rugby league player Chris Dawson killed his wife in 1982 to have an unfettered relationship with one of his students, a judge has heard.
To’o backs Crichton beside him for Origin
NSW State of Origin winger Brian To'o believes Stephen Crichton would be the right man to play inside him at left centre for the series opener in June.
Townsend eyes three important weeks for NQ
North Queensland co-captain Chad Townsend understands the next three weeks are vital for his club as they chase a fifth straight win.
Penrith winger Jennings inks Dolphins deal
The Dolphins have added Penrith winger Robert Jennings to their squad for their entry in the NRL in 2023, signing the 26-year-old on a three-year deal.
Nikorima joins Souths, can face Warriors
Kodi Nikorima has signed with South Sydney until the end of the 2023 NRL season, meaning he can face the Warriors just five days after exiting the club.
Sharks could have been down to 11 for hits
Cronulla stars Will Kennedy and Jesse Ramien face NRL bans of up to three and four games respectively for their high tackles against the Warriors.
A snapshot of round nine NRL action
A snapshot of round nine of the NRL which saw contenders Melbourne and Sydney Roosters produce statement wins.
12-man Sharks beat odds to down Warriors
Cronulla overcame having fullback Will Kennedy sent off in the first half to beat the Warriors 29-10 in the NRL.
Papenhuyzen, Smith injured in Storm win
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen hurt his hamstring and centre Reimis Smith his pectoral muscle as their side smashed St George Illawarra 42-6 at AAMI Park.
Gold Coast confirm Foran NRL move for 2023
Experienced Manly half Kieran Foran's move to Gold Coast has been confirmed, with the 31-year-old to join the Titans on a two-year deal from 2023.
Roosters’ Collins offered one-game NRL ban
Sydney Roosters prop Lindsay Collins has been offered a one-game ban for a high shot on Gold Coast's Corey Thompson.
Third Trbojevic answers Manly’s call
Ben Trbojevic was shifted to the back row in Manly's hour of need and may find himself becoming a more permanent fixture there.
Payten calls for consistency from Bunker
North Queensland coach Todd Payten has joined Ricky Stuart in calls for the NRL Bunker's influence to be addressed.
Cowboys down Knights, win fourth straight
Four unanswered tries in the second half have powered North Queensland to their first-four game win streak in five years with a 36-16 victory over Newcastle.
Holbrook promises changes for NRL’s Titans
Gold Coast coach Justin Holbrook is set to make changes to his underperforming NRL team after the Titans' slumped to a 44-16 loss to the Sydney Roosters.
Tedesco’s ton up as Roosters thrash Titans
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco has scored a hat-trick and reached 100 NRL career tries as his team claimed a 44-16 NRL win over Gold Coast in Mackay.
Maguire frustrated by NRL refereeing
Michael Maguire says he didn't feel West Tigers have got a fair run with referees this year after the sin-binning of Stefano Utoikamanu in their loss to Manly
Trbojevic brothers help Manly sink Tigers
Tom Trbojevic's younger brother Ben was the star of the show as hosts Manly downed Wests Tigers 36-22 in the NRL on Saturday.
Police drop probe into Souths star Walker
Cody Walker will face no further investigation from NSW Police after an incident on the Central Coast.
Storm prepare for NRL grind with Dragons
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy said he's been trying to do extras at training to prepare his team for an arm-wrestle with the Dragons after recent blow-outs.
Wishart happily a Storm man for son Tyran
Rod Wishart was one of Illawarra's greatest players before their merger with St George but will happily support Melbourne and his son Tyran over the Dragons.
Sharks bid to rebound against Warriors
Craig Fitzgibbon wants Cronulla to come out firing against the Warriors after suffering a shock loss to Brisbane in their last NRL game.
Shoulder injury mars Croker’s NRL return
Canberra champion Jarrod Croker impressed in his NRL return, but will head for scans after hurting his shoulder late in the 14-4 victory over Canterbury.