‘Good spirits’: Roosters players back Watson for GF
The grand final-bound Sydney Roosters are expected to launch a bid to free Connor Watson from concussion protocols, with teammates attesting to his recovery.
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Unlikely winner from Knight’s ban for Cleary tackle
Harrison Graham is set to be the big beneficiary from the grand final suspension that awaits Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland.
Roosters utility’s long road to NRLW decider, World Cup
Fiji international Taina Naividi has endured two ACL tears and the death of her father en route to what she hopes will be an elusive NRLW premiership.
‘Big rivalry’: two NRLW powerhouses revive rich history
Brisbane and Sydney Roosters will clash in their fourth NRLW grand final showdown against each other, with the Broncos yet to lose to the women from Bondi.
Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery
Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.
Special night for Knights fans who will 12 men to glory
Devoted Newcastle fans braved severe transport delays as they fuelled their team to their first grand final appearance in 25 years.
Knights rise from last to GF with Penrith scalp
Twelve months ago, Newcastle finished with a wooden spoon. Now they are just 80 minutes from a potential premiership.
Cleary details revealed as Penrith machine malfunctions
Penrith have outlined the details of their casualty ward, with Nathan Cleary requiring surgery on both feet and two others badly hurt in the loss to Newcastle.
First hip-drop send-off set to bring grand final ban
Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland became the game's first player to be sent off for a hip-drop tackle and he looks set to pay a high price.
Brisbane through to their fifth NRLW grand final
Brisbane will get the chance to send retiring club legend Ali Brigginshaw out a winner in the grand final after they overpowered Gold Coast 20-8 at Robina.
Knights take fairytale ride all the way to NRL decider
Newcastle have beaten Penrith 22-14 to book a spot in the NRL grand final against Sydney Roosters.
Walker unpacks miracle return, contract talks and more
Sam Walker has revealed the details of the 24/7 recovery operation that got him back in record time from injury to fire Sydney Roosters into the grand final.
Third time lucky: Collins’ long trek to overdue decider
Lindsay Collins is keen to make an impact in his first NRL decider after being the unlucky omission following the Roosters' last two preliminary final wins.
Frizell’s long wait sums up Knights’ finals desire
Tyson Frizell is the only member of the NRL's 300-game club not to play in a grand-final qualifier. The Newcastle veteran doesn't plan to waste this one.
Premiership redemption on menu for Kernick’s Roosters
Former Dally M winner Olivia Kernick is up front about what the major motivation for the Roosters is as they home in on NRLW Premiership glory.
Roosters into NRLW grand final but Raiders left fuming
The Canberra Raiders believe a no-try ruling changed the momentum of their NRLW preliminary final and handed victory to the Sydney Roosters.
Titans star targets 2032 Olympics as a mum
Gold Coast No.6 and Australia sevens rugby star Teagan Levi has a special goal for the 2032 Olympic Games but she wants an NRLW title first and foremost.
How Penrith’s awful night could come full circle
It was against Newcastle last year that Penrith realised their dynasty was showing signs of cracking. And they still haven't forgotten it 16 months on..
Eat their words: How Knights are repeating history
Newcastle's NRL finals run bears an uncanny resemblance to North Queensland in 2017, who reached the decider without champion halfback Johnathan Thurston.
‘Not about Manly’: DCE eyes fairytale Roosters finish
Daly Cherry-Evans says accepting 2026 was his last year in the NRL allowed him the chance to win a second title and opened a door to finish in Super League.
Could get worse: Penrith make big prelim call on Cleary
Nathan Cleary is set to play through a sore right foot in Penrith's preliminary final against Newcastle. But it is not a risk-free move.
How Knights hero shook off Andrew Johns comparisons
Phoenix Crossland was weighed down by Andrew Johns comparisons as a teen. Now free from pressure at hooker, he has become a key cog for Newcastle.
‘I’ll be dreaming again’: Rooster wants more in decider
The highlight reel keeps on growing for Mark Nawaqanitawase, prolonging his stint in the NRL for another week as he targets a premiership to add to his resume.
‘Haven’t hit ceiling’: only way up for beaten Dolphins
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has no doubt his side can shine even brighter in 2027 after their preliminary final loss to the Sydney Roosters.
One headache clears for Roosters but another looms
Victor Radley has learnt his grand final fate after a hip-drop tackle, while Connor Watson is hoping to be cleared to play for the Sydney Roosters.
Mark of greatness as Roosters roar into NRL decider
Sydney Roosters have ended the Dolphins' fairytale run with a 36-20 preliminary final win, due largely to the unbounded magic of winger Mark Nawaqanitawase.
Love and hate drive Titans lock against Broncos
Gold Coast powerhouse Sienna Lofipo grew up idolising Brisbane destroyer Julia Robinson, but that regard must go out the window in the NRLW preliminary final.
Fire with fire: battle set to light up NRL prelim final
Liam Martin is one of the NRL's best nigglers and Francis Manuleleua is the breakout star of Newcastle's finals charge. Both are ready to go at each other.
Broncos star winging it as ‘Famous Five’ titles loom
Brisbane gun Julia Robinson won her first two NRLW titles on the wing and her switch back there from centre has worked a treat as she eyes a fifth grand final.
Penrith must mind the age gap to stop evergreen Gagai
Penrith's Casey McLean knows he has a job on his hands to contain ageless Newcastle centre Dane Gagai.
Sandpaper the secret ingredient to Knights’ NRL revival
Newcastle haven't played in a grand final in 25 years, and a horse called Sandpaper has had a big role in the Knights being 80 minutes from a decider.