Mission accomplished: Kangaroos complete Ashes sweep
Harry Grant and Cameron Munster proved inspirational as Australia wrapped up their three-Test Ashes rugby league whitewash of England at Headingley.
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‘Just an incredible human’: skipper’s tribute to Reece
Reece Walsh has been hailed "an incredible human" by his Kangaroos' skipper after he started and finished Australia's Ashes series triumph in inimitable style.
Cook Islands smash South Africa, book World Cup ticket
Cook Islands have booked their spot in a fourth Rugby League World Cup, turning it on to beat South Africa 58-6 in Sydney.
Gold Coast star suffers ‘serious’ Ashes injury
AJ Brimson could miss a large chunk of the Titans' pre-season after injuring his shoulder in England's third Test defeat to the Kangaroos in Leeds.
Jillaroos show their class to defend Pacific Cup
Australia have beaten New Zealand 40-8 in the Pacific Cup final, showing the rest of the globe they have some catching up to do before the 2026 World Cup.
Kiwis a sleeping giant no more as Foran exits a winner
New Zealand have beaten Samoa 36-14 to win the Pacific Cup, proving they remain every bit a challenger to Australia for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup.
Brown can be world’s best No.6: farewelling Foran
Kieran Foran says Dylan Brown will have no issue dealing with the spotlight at Newcastle, while revealing his own emotion upon rugby league retirement.
‘What if’: Samoa flyer certain he scored against Kiwis
Samoa winger Deine Mariner is adamant the bunker got it wrong in denying him a crucial try in their Pacific Cup final loss to New Zealand.
Munny’s England dreaming … Jarvo, Barmies and all
The inimitable Cameron Munster has wowed England with his brilliance in the Ashes - and would love to do so again one day in the Super League.
Sons of Samoa on never-ending ride to Pacific power
Samoa's rise to a genuine rugby league powerhouse can be summed up by Stephen Crichton and Spencer Leniu's presence in camp ahead of the Pacific Cup final.
Broncos’ World Club Challenge campaign gets green light
The annual grudge match between the NRL and Super League champions is back on with Brisbane agreeing to travel to England next February to take on Hull KR.
Kiwis lead charge in 2025 Golden Boot league award
Rugby league's global governing body has announced 18 players in the running to collect the coveted Golden Boot award, which will have a new winner in 2025.
England’s NRL ace out of Ashes Test with broken foot
Newcastle Knights flyer Dom Young suffered a broken foot in the Ashes clash at Everton, so he'll miss the final Test for England against the Kangaroos.
Deal done: Manly superstar backs himself on new deal
Manly fans can breathe easier after Tom Trbojevic signed a one-year contract extension, giving both he and the Sea Eagles flexibility for the future.
NRL stands down Souths winger over DV charges
The NRL has placed South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro under the no-fault stand-down policy, meaning he will be sidelined while facing domestic violence charges.
Taumalolo in, but Tonga suffer another blow
Jason Taumalolo is set to return from a knee injury for Tonga against New Zealand, but Kristian Woolf's side has taken another hit to their backline.
Grant gets nod to replace Yeo as Kangaroos captain
Harry Grant has been handed the captaincy of a major representative team for the first time, named to lead the Kangaroos in the second Ashes Test.
Titans rejected Reynolds before he signed with Broncos
Adam Reynolds has detailed in his autobiography how the offer of a set of steak knives couldn't convince Gold Coast to hold contract talks with him in 2021.
Black can keep Pezet honest for Broncos No.7: Reynolds
Adam Reynolds hopes Brisbane tyro Coby Black will challenge Jonah Pezet for the No.7 spot in 2027 when the former Melbourne half arrives on a three-year deal.
Fifita officially a Rabbitoh as Titans saga ends
David Fifita has signed with South Sydney on a two-year deal, after the Rabbitohs and Gold Coast agreed on a release deal for the star second-rower.
Tonga, Samoa set for showdown in new World Cup format
Officials are set to unveil a unique format for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, which will include Samoa and Tonga facing off while in opposite groups.
Papenhuyzen quits the Storm – cloud over his NRL future
Ryan Papenhuyzen's time in the NRL could be over after the superstar fullback was granted an immediate release from Melbourne to consider his sporting future.
‘Pretend I don’t know them’: Tonga star set for Kiwis
Tonga's Leka Halasima is ready to rip into his Warriors teammates in a Pacific Cup forwards confrontation for the ages against New Zealand at Eden Park.
England turn to AJ with rugby league Ashes on the line
England have called up NRL star AJ Brimson for the second Test in a bid to resurrect their hopes in the rugby league Ashes.
League’s eligibility rules will stay after Pacific rise
Rugby league's international eligibility rules will not be changing, with IRL chair Troy Grant declaring they have helped make the global game better than ever.
Why Broncos great fears Walsh could be lost to league
Brisbane great Corey Parker fears Reece Walsh could one day be tempted to walk away from rugby league and join a rival code.
Perth ready to dive into deep end as player talks start
Perth are set to enter the market and make their first big play for top-line talent, with close to 170 NRL free agents able to be approached from November.
Raiders star Papalii has intimidation court case halted
A court has dropped proceedings against rugby league star Josh Papalii, who was charged with intimidating police during a late-night incident in 2024.
Papenhuyzen explains exit, exploring life after NRL
Ryan Papenhuyzen has taken to Instagram to explain his decision to leave the Melbourne Storm, indicating he won't return to the NRL in 2026.
Klemmer’s future decided as prop leaves the Dragons
David Klemmer will have a new home in 2026, locking in his future after going unsigned by St George Illawarra.
The eye-catching NRL auditions in PNG’s dominant win
Exactly a year out from the PNG Chiefs being able to hit the market for NRL players, their national side has claimed the Pacific Bowl by flogging Fiji.