Coach frustrated by penalty tally as Sharks bow out
While conceding they were outplayed by Melbourne, coach Craig Fitzgibbon claimed the large penalty count cruelled Cronulla's chances in the preliminary final.
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Advantage Storm: Bellamy admits prep days benefit
Melbourne believe there's clear upside to having two days more than their eventual rivals to prepare for the grand final after an unprecedented schedule tweak.
Storm star delivers after miracle recovery from injury
Coach Craig Bellamy's decision to play Jahrome Hughes just weeks after surgery has paid off with the Storm halfback helping steer his team into the grand final.
Storm into NRL grand final after taking down Sharks
Melbourne have secured a spot in consecutive NRL grand finals, after claiming a 22-14 win over Cronulla in the preliminary final at AAMI Park.
Be like Mike: Tyson clips pump up Panthers enforcer
Moses Leota is the prop tasked with halting Brisbane star Payne Haas in the middle, and he'll do so with the help of the baddest man on the planet.
Penrith’s new Brandy ready for crack at second title
Paul Alamoti carries the same nickname as Penrith great Greg Alexander, and the Panthers winger now has a reputation for standing up in big games to match.
Interesting that experts dismiss us: Sharks’ Penitani
Captain Tiana Penitani is unperturbed by critics dismissing Cronulla's NRLW premiership chances ahead of the semi-final against the Sydney Roosters.
Brisbane Broncos must fill Carrigan void or perish
Brisbane's forward pack have been put on notice to do their jobs and a bit more against Penrith in the preliminary final to cover the absence of Pat Carrigan.
Wild island league helps Sharks’ little guy Iro aim big
Getting knocked around by men as a teenager in the Cook Islands, lightweight Cronulla centre KL Iro loves the challenge of cutting his opponents down to size.
NRL ace pulls out of Ashes duel in blow for England
Roosters ace Victor Radley has now pulled out of England's bid to win the rugby league Ashes following his recent ban by the Sydney club.
‘Exceptional’ Munster, Dearden clinch Maroons awards
Queensland captain Cameron Munster's emotional heroics in the State of Origin decider clinched him a favourite gong as star half Tom Dearden was also rewarded.
Broncos’ NRLW star takes aim at Knights fans
Ali Brigginshaw is grateful that Brisbane's NRLW semi-final against Newcastle will be played at Suncorp Stadium and not at the Knights' home ground.
Kenny’s last dance as Bromwich duo reunite on tools
Kenny Bromwich will play the Queensland Cup grand final for Norths Devils before working with his brother Jesse in the carpentry trade after a great career.
‘Unusual’ stat Sharks will own with grand-final berth
If Cronulla beat Melbourne at AAMI Park, they'll become the first team in 20 years to make it to the NRL grand final without any State of Origin players.
Sea Eagles boost forward stocks with Moale signing
Manly are investigating the possibility of bringing Davvy Moale over early after signing the Souths prop on a three-year deal that currently starts in 2027.
Storm back star to deliver with grand final on offer
Craig Bellamy says he's seen enough from Jahrome Hughes to be convinced the halfback is ready to fire in Melbourne's grand final qualifier against Cronulla.
Birth of the Broncos whiz kid: moment Walsh became No.1
A stunning Grade 10 display launched Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh's career, but he has also made key changes to his approach ahead of the preliminary final.
Spoon to NRL title? How ex-Tiger has evolved at Penrith
Versatile forward Isaiah Papali'i has opened up about an ill-fated stint at Wests Tigers and what has changed in his first season at NRL powerhouse Penrith.
Cleary’s Dally M drought ‘baffling’ to Panthers star
Luke Garner can't quite understand how Ivan Cleary was not named Dally M Coach of the Year in any of Penrith's four consecutive premiership seasons.
Perth Bears take NRL to France with dollars and sense
Perth Bears are exploring a key Super League affiliation as they prepare to link with Brisbane Tigers on the back of an annual $1.2 million bonanza.
Sharks star shrugs off personal barbs in NRL title race
Nicho Hynes no longer cares what anyone thinks of him, but says he will always stand up for the Sharks as they hunt their first NRL premiership since 2016.
Knowles hungry for title before move to NRL’s Dolphins
St Helens forward Morgan Knowles is hoping to sign off from the Super League in style before moving to the NRL's Dolphins on a two-year deal.
Roosters must buck NRLW finals trend against Sharks
Only Newcastle out of the last four top-placed teams have gone on to claim an NRLW premiership - the undefeated Sydney Roosters are out to buck the trend.
Samurai Panther: Cleary already Penrith’s master shogun
Nathan Cleary has spent parts of 2025 reading up on the samurai, but the halfback has already shown much of their discipline throughout Penrith's dynasty.
Told career was over, Dragon continues long road back
Cody Ramsey will cap a remarkable comeback from battling ulcerative colitis to captain St George Illawarra in the NSW Cup final.
Broncos weapon to target Panthers’ weakest link
Penrith leaked four tries down their left defensive edge against Canterbury and Brisbane strike weapon Kotoni Staggs is ready to cash in at Suncorp Stadium.
Katoa wants to give church-going father a dilemma
If Cronulla make the NRL grand final, Sione Katoa's father will have to skip Sunday service to watch his son, who was versed in the church of tough love.
Nikora feared leg injury could cruel finals during ban
Briton Nikora missed the end of the regular season through suspension at Cronulla, but it was a serious leg cork that he feared might ruin his finals series.
Storm ‘won’t take a backward step’ in Sharks showdown
Addin Fonua-Blake and Stefano Utoikamanu will lead the charge for their respective packs as the Sharks and Storm resume hostilities in Friday's prelim final.
Tino stays with Australia for Ashes with family support
Tino Fa'asuamaleaui received the crucial support of his father Fereti to stick with representing Australia in the Ashes series that kicks off next month.
PVL wants Nawaqanitawase in Ashes, even with rugby move
The ARL Commission will not stand in the way of Mark Nawaqanitawase playing for Australia in the rugby league Ashes, despite his move back to union for 2027.