Broncos’ mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty
Michael Maguire will become just the sixth man to coach premiership wins at multiple clubs if his Broncos overcome Melbourne in the NRL grand final.
rugby league
Broncos respond to Storm star’s ‘stuck up’ barb
Brisbane ace Pat Carrigan has addressed comments from Stefano Utoikamanu after the Melbourne prop claimed the Broncos were 'stuck up'.
Make-or-break Broncos ‘madman’ heading right for Hughes
Brisbane's defensive weapon Brendan Piakura is set to put a target on Melbourne half Jahrome Hughes, and one Broncos legend is salivating over the prospect.
Betting spike in footy finals driven by casual punts
Australians are more likely to punt during major sports events but while small wagers are linked to casual gambling, there are concerns about long-term impacts.
In a grand final of redemption stories, Hunt leads pack
Ben Hunt returned to Brisbane with unfinished business to win a premiership at the NRL club. He's now 80 minutes from the ultimate redemption story.
‘Right that wrong’: rivals set for legacy-defining day
Former Brisbane hardman Shane Webcke says the Broncos can get back their winning DNA with grand-final victory, while Melbourne have their own point to prove.
‘When we win’: GF moment looms for Utoikamanu
Stefano Utoikamanu will become the first player of the NRL era to go from three straight wooden spoons to a premiership with a grand-final victory.
Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final
Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded.
Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm
Melbourne were once interested in signing Pat Carrigan and Payne Haas, but the Brisbane duo are glad they stayed ahead of the NRL grand final.
Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider
Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters are laden with Origin stars, and there's an expectation the NRLW grand final will bring a similar level of intensity.
Steely Storm coach not swayed by grand final history
While his grandkids bring out his softer side, Storm coach Craig Bellamy is all business for the NRL grand final and won't ponder if his 11th will be his last.
Broncos ‘cattledog’ set to bark 30 years after old man
Outgoing Brisbane tough nut Kobe Hetherington intends to emulate his father Jason's 1995 heroics for Canterbury and secure a premiership ring.
One of the greats: Hughes in rare air with a win
Jahrome Hughes is already the only New Zealand halfback to win an NRL grand final, but more history awaits if he can lead Melbourne to a win over Brisbane.
Warriors hair bear Bunty faces final backfence charge
Outgoing Warriors prop Bunty Afoa wants to prolong his NRL career by impressing in his final game for the Kiwi club in Sunday's State Championship.
Indigenous footy legends lace up for New York marathon
NRL legend Johnathan Thurston and AFL superstar Lance "Buddy" Franklin will make their marathon debuts, with their eyes set on the world's most famous footrace.
Ex-NRL stars lift Wigan into Super League grand final
Former NRL stars Bevan French and Jai Field have combined to send Wigan into the Super League grand final at the expense of Adrian Lam's Leigh side.
‘Too aggressive’: how rising Roosters ace found NRLW
Rated too tough for touch footy, Roosters NRLW star Eliza Lopamaua hails from the same area of Brisbane as Canberra great Josh Papalii and hits like him too.
‘An art and a science’: how Storm plan to stop Walsh
Reece Walsh looms as the most dangerous man in the NRL grand final, but Ben Barba and Jarryd Hayne are proof Melbourne love to shut down stars on the big stage
Broncos defence just like it was for 2006 glory: Ryan
Brisbane's scramble defence and fitness ahead of the grand final reminds club legend Peter Ryan of 2006, when he was defence coach for the last premiership win.
Why Katoa’s No.1 fan can’t watch Storm’s grand final
Damaging Melbourne forward Eliesa Katoa has enjoyed a career-best year but revealed his biggest supporter won't attend the NRL grand final.
Broncos give Reynolds chance to bury grand-final demons
Brisbane will entrust Adam Reynolds with goalkicking duties against Melbourne, four years after he drained a conversion wide in a narrow grand-final defeat.
Video nasty taught Haas the method to Maguire’s madness
Michael Maguire can end the Broncos' 19-year wait for NRL glory after resurrecting his coaching career following his Wests Tigers axing.
Roosters chase 100-year first and NRLW supremacy
Chasing a record-equalling third NRLW title and a perfect season, captain Isabelle Kelly attributes the Sydney Roosters' rise to coach John Strange.
How Maguire saved banished Bronco’s NRL career
Michael Maguire's tough love approach has worked wonders for Brisbane hooker Cory Paix, who has revived his Broncos career to start in Sunday's grand final.
Hughes’ shock reveal about Storm before grand final
Jahrome Hughes admits to once being sick of watching Melbourne win, but now the Kiwi can help lead them to another premiership in the NRL grand final.
Foran preparing for Kiwis Test swansong in Pac Champs
Kieran Foran has been told to keep fresh in case he is called upon by New Zealand in the Pacific Championships, one month after retiring from the NRL.
Younger Cleary caps first year at Warriors in style
Guided by Tanah Boyd and featuring Jett Cleary, the Warriors have comfortably defeated Burleigh in the annual clash of the NSW Cup and Queensland Cup premiers.
Broncos beat Roosters to claim NRLW premiership
The Brisbane Broncos have beaten minor premiers the Sydney Roosters 22-18 in a thrilling grand final to claim the NRLW premiership.
Broncos beat Roosters to claim NRLW premiership
The Brisbane Broncos have beaten minor premiers the Sydney Roosters 22-18 in a thrilling grand final to claim the NRLW premiership.
Fullback on fire: Walsh stars as Broncos win GF
Reece Walsh has produced one of the greatest grand final performances in history to lead Brisbane to their seventh premiership with a 26-22 win over Melbourne.
Reynolds injury can’t stop comeback kings Brisbane
The Broncos overcame another double-digit deficit to break a 19-year title drought despite losing skipper Adam Reynolds to injury as Reece Walsh starred.