Plath backed for Origin as Dolphins trial six-shooters
The Dolphins have several options to replace suspended No.6 Kodi Nikorima as pocket rocket Trai Fuller gets reps in at training in an unusual position.
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Munster to fight way out of slump as Origin looms
Queensland five-eighth Cameron Munster is his own "worst critic" and admits he has been down on form at club level as the Origin series opener draws nearer.
Blues leave door open for new faces as Haas ruled out
NSW prop Payne Haas' injury could mean Laurie Daley turns to a new face for next month's State of Origin series opener.
Huge task ahead for Dragons’ interim coach Young
Dean Young will take charge of winless St George Illawarra for the remainder of the 2026 NRL season after the club parted ways with Shane Flanagan.
‘Unfair’: Flanagan’s take on future, wantaway Dragons
Shane Flanagan has labelled the criticism of his handling of Loko Pasifiki Tonga as "unfair" after it emerged the young prop wanted out of the Dragons.
‘Never experienced that’: Broncos embrace injury toll
Brisbane will be without 10 players against Wests Tigers but debutant rake Cameron Bukowski and brave forward Jordan Riki are ready to rise to the challenge.
Maintain rage: Warriors urged to repeat beast mode
Warriors legend Clinton Toopi has hailed the bench ferocity of Demetric Vaimauga as the in-form side prepares to wreak further havoc on Gold Coast.
Bellamy dumbfounded as Storm sink to 14-year low
Centre Simi Sasagi has starred in Canberra's second consecutive win, a 26-22 triumph over Melbourne which consigned the Storm to a fifth loss in a row.
Cleary sinks Dolphins in golden point, Kenny injured
Penrith maestro Nathan Cleary broke Dolphins hearts again in a 23-22 win in golden point, but the victory was soured by a broken leg to hooker Mitch Kenny.
Stuart blasts bunker after calls go against Raiders
Ricky Stuart says much of an NRL match is being played outside of gametime after Canberra defeated Melbourne 26-22 at GIO Stadium.
Dolphins star banned for shot that hospitalised Panther
Kodi Nikorima and Hudson Young have each received two-game bans from the match review committee following their sides' round-seven NRL games.
Robinson delivers verdict on NRL’s six-again debate
The NRL's new six-again rules have divided rugby league, with Trent Robinson claiming the changes have made the code as unpredictable as ever.
Crichton still out, Eels get more bad injury news
Canterbury and Parramatta have both received bad news on the injury front ahead of their round-seven NRL clash at CommBank Stadium.
New boy’s double against former club as Warriors win
A frantic first half set the Warriors up for their fifth win of the NRL season as they put away the Titans.
Embattled Flanagan hit with Su’A send-off, Souths loss
St George Illawarra have slumped to their seventh consecutive loss to begin the season, heaping more pressure on beleaguered head coach Shane Flanagan.
Haas hobbled as Broncos end Tigers’ hot streak
Veteran Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds steered his side to a 21-20 NRL win over Wests Tigers despite star prop Payne Haas picking up a knee injury.
Broncos’ spirit lauded, Haas blow adds to injury crisis
Brisbane are rejoicing in one of the greatest wins of Michael Maguire's coaching career, which came at a cost with the Broncos losing Payne Haas to injury.
Big ban for Jaydn Su’A adds to Flanagan’s woes
Shane Flanagan's task to drag St George Illawarra out of their rut has become even harder as Queensland representative Jaydn Su'A faces suspension.
Dufty’s NRL masterclass hours after hospital ED visit
Matt Dufty's brilliant return to the NRL came only hours after an unexpected visit to a hospital emergency department.
Injury leaves Tom Trbojevic’s Origin hopes in tatters
Scans have confirmed Manly captain Tom Trbojevic will miss between six and eight weeks after he suffered yet another hamstring injury.
‘Incredible’ Tedesco stars in Roosters comeback win
Inspirational captain James Tedesco has helped the Sydney Roosters to a third consecutive win and denied Newcastle victory on Dylan Brown's return from injury.
Jeers to cheers: Parra flip script to punish Bulldogs
Parramatta have put bitter rivals Canterbury to the sword in a 38-20 NRL win.
Dogs slam ‘crap’ Eels display, explain surprise switch
Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury need to work out, and quickly, whether they are going to be NRL contenders or not after collapsing in a loss to Parramatta.
‘Hard’: Timoko feels the toll of contract rumours
Raiders centre Matt Timoko has enjoyed a win in his NRL return but says speculation about his future was hard while he couldn't play.
Young takes reins after Dragons part ways with Flanagan
St George Illawarra have parted ways with head coach Shane Flanagan after the NRL club slumped to an 11th consecutive loss in round seven.
‘On the map’: Parra rookie’s pride as NRL’s first Kurd
Araz Nanva is the first Kurdish player in NRL history and hopes he can put his homeland on the map with strong performances for Parramatta.
Bulldogs’ Bula pursuit seems over as Tracey re-signs
Canterbury have rewarded Connor Tracey for his fantastic start to the 2026 season, signing the fullback to a two-year contract extension.
Canberra’s road-Raid victory ‘does more than training’
Lock Morgan Smithies reveals how travelling to Perth has sparked his team's confidence ahead of their NRL clash against Melbourne on Friday.
‘Super genes’: Crichton a chance of remarkable recovery
Stephen Crichton participated in Canterbury's first major contact training session for the week as he eyes a stunning return from injury.
‘Hopefully it lifts their spirits’: Storm get star back
Melbourne players have welcomed the return of Tui Kamikamica, with the prop released from rehab following his stroke, and heading straight to training.
Stuart labels NRL less attractive after rule changes
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart believes the NRL's rule changes are making the league less attractive as club bosses reportedly want to meet with the competition.