Resurrected Knights hand Raiders fourth straight loss
Canberra have dropped their fourth game on the bounce as the Knights moved into second place with a stunning Easter Sunday victory in Newcastle.
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Marshall criticises sin-binning as Tigers winger banned
Luke Laulilii has been charged over the tackle that left Bailey Simonsson with a serious ankle injury, while Warriors back Adam Pompey is facing a one-game ban.
Best joins busy Knights casualty ward for up to month
Former State of Origin centre Bradman Best is expected to miss up to a month with the groin injury he suffered in Newcastle's defeat of Canberra.
How Wizard of Foz lit a new fire in Manly: Jurbo
Manly lock Jake Trbojevic says the big win over the Dolphins in Kieran Foran's debut as coach is just the start of a renaissance under the Sea Eagles legend.
Payten offer that put rocket up Cowboys No.1 Drinkwater
Scott Drinkwater was offered a "rest" from North Queensland coach Todd Payten in March. It was what he needed to light a fuse back in the Cowboys fullback.
Schoolboy battles transform into duel for NSW No.9
Rivals since their teenage days, Blayke Brailey and Reece Robson are now fighting off for the NSW hooking role ahead of their NRL clash in Perth.
Maguire faces a Broncos first amid injury crisis
With three members of their star spine on the injured list, Brisbane confront a brand new depth test that will have a major impact on their title defence.
Tigers break Eels’ hearts in NRL game of the year
Parramatta and Wests Tigers have played out an early contender for game of the year at a packed CommBank Stadium on Easter Monday.
Eels’ cap dispensation push grows after latest injury
Bailey Simonsson has become the third Parramatta player to suffer a long-term injury from foul play, strengthening the Eels' case for salary-cap dispensation.
Storm prop Tui Kamikamica discharged from hospital
Melbourne front-rower Tui Kamikamica has been discharged from Royal Melbourne Hospital after suffering a suspected stroke at home earlier in the week.
Storm look to shore up second-half fade against Penrith
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy is hoping he's fixed his team's second-half woes before their clash with Penrith, while there was some good news for the Storm.
‘Jump on board’: why Broncos leaders axed Karapani
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds and veteran Ben Hunt say Josiah Karapani did not measure up to the cultural and behavioural standards required at the club.
‘Frustrating’: Hunt’s move around Broncos’ chess board
Brisbane's everywhere man Ben Hunt hopes he will eventually hold down one position in the team as he reaffirms his desire to play on in 2027.
Why completions now rule the NRL in set-restart era
Last decade, the Sydney Roosters were able to win a premiership consistently making more errors than their rivals. That is in stark contrast to the NRL in 2026.
Ding Donga: Dolphins cult hero back to play bogey team
The Dolphins welcome the return of utility Kurt Donoghoe against Manly but are wary of a Sea Eagles side with a new coach and a strong record against them.
Broken leg another injury blow for Broncos veteran
Brisbane outside back Delouise Hoeter has undergone surgery after sustaining a fractured fibula and a syndesmosis injury while playing for the Burleigh Bears.
Dolphins battering ram rockets into Maroons frame
Dolphins tearaway Kulikefu Finefeuiaki is closing in on a Queensland debut as he reveals why his World Cup representative plans tear at the heart strings.
Foran adamant age and experience no issue as new coach
A defiant Kieran Foran says he will have no issue going from playing to coaching in less than six months, as he attempts to turn around a winless Manly.
Xerri back on Bulldogs’ bench, Foran sticks solid
Bronson Xerri is in the frame for an NRL recall after being listed on Canterbury's bench for the traditional Good Friday clash with South Sydney.
Storm teammates emotional after Kamikamica’s stroke
The Melbourne Storm are thinking of teammate Tui Kamikamica as he recovers from a stroke, while they prepare for their match against the Penrith Panthers.
Dragons’ star signing ‘couldn’t care less’ about form
Elite middle forward Keaon Koloamatangi is losing no sleep over St George Illawarra's form even as he prepares to become the club's marquee recruit for 2027.
‘I enjoy taking advice’: Maguire denies Te’o conspiracy
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been grilled over Ben Teo's resignation as Dolphins mentor Kristian Woolf backs the defensive coach to be a success.
Warriors eye best opening month in their NRL history
The ladder-leading Warriors are looking to begin an NRL season with four consecutive wins for only the second time in their 32-year history.
Nathan Cleary open to testing market for first time
Nathan Cleary finds it hard to see himself ever leaving Penrith, but admits he is not closed off to the idea of testing the market at the end of 2026.
‘Better than that’: Dolphins draw new ‘Battle’ lines
The Dolphins let slip a golden opportunity in their last clash with Brisbane, but a beefed up roster and improved defence has coach Kristian Woolf optimistic.
Manly fans turn on their own after booing Cherry-Evans
Daly Cherry-Evans was booed on his return to Brookvale Oval - but Manly fans ended the night chanting "Seibold out" after a 33-16 loss to the Sydney Roosters.
Head coach Willie Peters agrees to join PNG NRL side
Willie Peters is expected to be named the head coach of the NRL's forthcoming 19th team, to be based out of Papua New Guinea capital Port Moresby.
New sports career suits Ryan Papenhuyzen to a tee
Ryan Papenhuyzen left the NRL at the top of his game but the former Storm star is using his experience in league in his new career on the golf course.
Footy legend thrilled to keep unblemished record
Two drunken blow-ups, three charges, zero criminal record. Dual international Wendell Sailor has walked from court after mental health issues were aired.
Saab suspended as Manly’s nightmare start continues
Jason Saab has received a one-game ban from the NRL match review committee in the fallout from Manly's defeat to the Sydney Roosters.
Don’t love it: Cherry-Evans’ empathy for winless Manly
Daly Cherry-Evans believes the booing he copped was "in jest" at Brookvale, but admits he feels for Manly's winless players after they also copped it from fans.