Cowboys axe halfback to take chance on gun teen
Jaxon Purdue has impressed Todd Payten so much this season that the North Queensland coach wants to give him a shot in his preferred position.
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Foran returns as rising star explains Hasler’s effect
Gold Coast veteran Kieran Foran will play his first NRL game of the season off the bench as fullback Jaylan De Groot reveals why he rates coach Des Hasler.
NRL premiership contenders upset by Las Vegas snub
Melbourne feel that by every metric they deserve to be playing in Las Vegas, with the Storm saying the NRL decision to overlook them is a missed opportunity.
‘New coach, new team’: why Blues don’t talk about 2024
Taking a series lead into game two of women's Origin is familiar for NSW, but captain Isabelle Kelly says there are no scars from last year's capitulation.
Women’s Origin coaches want a slice of NRL Vegas action
The NRL has left the women's game off the Las Vegas extravaganza, prompting calls from a Jillaroos great for a rethink in what match must be taken to the US.
Daley defends under-fire Blues captain Trbojevic
Laurie Daley is willing to look past NSW captain Jake Trbojevic's form struggles as he lauded the Manly forward's unquantifiable off-field qualities.
How icon’s advice ignited this season’s feel-good story
Luke Metcalf has taken a piece of Shaun Johnson's advice with him onto the field in every game in 2025, while taking over the Warriors' No.7 jersey with aplomb.
Gilbert’s ‘huge goal’ to achieve for Maroons in Origin
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert has never played a full series for Queensland in State of Origin footy, but one Maroons great hopes 2025 could be the year.
Kiraz has Reynolds’ backing to make Blues spot his own
Josh Reynolds says Canterbury flyer Jacob Kiraz is deserving of a NSW State of Origin debut due to blistering form for the Bulldogs.
Tedesco ‘not expecting much’ as Origin selection looms
James Tedesco has catapulted into State of Origin calculations this year, but the Sydney Roosters captain is not expecting a phone call from coach Laurie Daley.
NRL announce new Perth CEO amid Bears PR battle
The NRL has made a surprise announcement on the inaugural CEO of the Perth Bears, in a move likely to give them some media sway in Western Australia.
O’Brien won’t make call on Young’s Knights return
Dominic Young's immediate future remains in limbo, with Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien refusing to bite back at criticism from the Sydney Roosters.
Broncos spurred on to rebrand and retire Buck the horse
Animal activist group PETA has called for NRL club the Brisbane Broncos to rebrand as the Boomerangs and retire their famous mascot, Buck the horse.
Hynes embraces Origin silence as boost for Sharks
Nicho Hynes is enjoying not being rated an Origin contender this time around, and has opened up on why he's happy to address mental health awareness.
Final warning: Cowboys coach cautioned for ref comments
Todd Payten has run foul of the NRL for "repeated and consistent criticism" following his latest tirade aimed at match officials.
‘It’s bollocks’: Haas slams Maguire’s vocal critics
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been accused of training his team too hard and one of his former players at Wests Tigers launched a critique on Instagram.
Kernick stars as Blues claim women’s Origin series
NSW have won the women's State of Origin series with a game to spare after defeating Queensland 26-6 in Game 2 in Sydney.
Blow for Raiders as prized import face three months out
Matty Nicholson will miss the next three month's of Canberra's NRL season after being sent for surgery on a foot and ankle injury.
Crichton tipped for Origin captaincy, but not just yet
Superstar centre Stephen Crichton will "no doubt" captain NSW in the State of Origin one day, says Canterbury's general manager of football Phil Gould.
Mam back as Broncos old halves firm crowned by ‘King’
Ezra Mam will play his first NRL game of the year for Brisbane alongside captain Adam Reynolds, as Wally Lewis explains why it is a match made in heaven.
How Perth won an 18-year battle for NRL readmission
Plans for Perth's NRL return were first hatched in 2006. There have been no shortage of highs, lows, hurdles and false dawns on the ensuing rollercoaster ride.
Penrith’s right edge hope defensive woes behind them
Penrith's right edge were leaking tries too often during the Panthers' horror start to the season. But winger Paul Alamoti believes his side are back on track.
Raiders ignoring raps ahead of NRL table-topping clash
Coach Ricky Stuart says his Canberra side won't change their approach as they ready themselves for a blockbuster top-of-the-table battle with Canterbury.
Dragons aim for consistency to end NRL losing streak
Coach Shane Flanagan says the Dragons have their "backs to the wall" and need to rediscover their best form when they host the Warriors on Saturday.
Titans miracle delivers Hasler pressure-relieving win
Des Hasler has declared Gold Coast's 24-20 win over Newcastle isn't about him, but the miraculous comeback couldn't have come at a better time for the coach.
Mitchell magic seals Souths’ comeback win
Latrell Mitchell was at his influential best on return from suspension, helping South Sydney come from behind to beat Brisbane in rainy Sydney.
Maguire refuses to guarantee Mam recall despite injury
Michael Maguire was tight-lipped about Ezra Mam's chances of a Brisbane recall next week, but Ben Hunt wants the five-eighth back in the first-grade side.
‘It was hard’: Pole reflects on Storm snubbing
Wests Tigers are facing off with Stefano Utoikamanu for the first time but there's a world where Fonua Pole is also lining up for Melbourne this week.
‘No regrets’, Olakau’atu reveals Origin flip over melee
After initially wishing he'd never been involved in a wild off-field melee in State of Origin last year, now Haumole Olakau'atu says he has no regrets.
Tino cleared as Maroons star accepts his Origin fate
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui is breathing a sigh of relief but fellow Queensland star Ben Hunt has given up hope of featuring in the State of Origin opener.
Old feud re-opened in Bulldogs’ feisty win over Raiders
Canterbury have scored 32 unanswered points in a rampant second half to run over Canberra and extend their lead at the top of the NRL table.