Radley’s blunt assessment ahead of Anzac Day test
Victor Radley expects the Sydney Roosters' flagging defence to be tested again in their Anzac Day clash with the in-form Dragons.
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Souths look to prove they are an NRL premiership force
After a shut-out defeat by the Bulldogs, South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has given his team some honest feedback ahead of their clash with Melbourne.
Talagi happy on slow road to preferred Panthers spot
Blaize Talagi knew playing at five-eighth for Penrith wasn't going to be given to him on a plate and now he has that spot he doesn't want to let it go.
Moses inspires Eels to win over ill-disciplined Tigers
Parramatta halfback Mitchell Moses has risen to the occasion, helping inflict more pain on Wests Tigers in a 38-22 NRL win.
Burner account and coffee cart drive unbeaten Bulldogs
Cameron Ciraldo is going to new lengths to maintain unbeaten Canterbury's runaway start to the 2025 NRL season.
This Ronaldo not fussed if his scoring drought rolls on
He's the Ronaldo who can't score but Cronulla winger Mulitalo says he doesn't want his success to be judged by how many times he gets over the line.
Munster’s left-field fix for Maroons selection headache
Queensland star Cameron Munster says he is no certainty for State of Origin and could be utilised as a No.14 if Billy Slater sticks with Tom Dearden.
Ankle injury to star half rocks Titans ahead of Raiders
Gold Coast's halves depth is set for a further test after star half Jayden Campbell was ruled out of Sunday's showdown with Canberra due to an ankle injury.
‘Never again’: Kerr’s contract vow after Dolphins blitz
Off-contract Dolphins prop Josh Kerr says he was once "taken advantage of" in contract negotiations as a young player but won't let it happen again.
Ice-cool Metcalf strikes gold as Warriors sink Broncos
Warriors half Luke Metcalf punished a Reece Walsh error in golden point to secure a brave and deserved 20-18 win in Auckland.
Cleary takes Panthers points record in Roosters mauling
Nathan Cleary is now Penrith's all-time leading pointscorer after kicking seven goals in his side's 40-12 win over the Sydney Roosters.
Key recruits help Penrith machine splutter into life
Blaize Talagi and Isaiah Papali'i played their part in Penrith's drought-breaking NRL win over the Sydney Roosters.
Broncos blow: Walsh set for long stint on the sidelines
Brisbane's underperforming spine is set for a reshuffle against Canterbury next week with fullback Reece Walsh out for 4-6 weeks with a knee injury.
Manly’s Sipley sent straight to judiciary for hip-drop
Manly, in the midst of a form slump and injury crisis, had those woes compounded with prop Toff Sipley referred directly to the judiciary for a hip-drop tackle.
Tonga wants to host Test match in 2026 Pacific Cup
Tonga is a powerhouse of international rugby league and seek to host a Test in Nuku'alofa in this year's Pacific Cup to build on their incredible following.
Tonga want to host Test match in 2025 Pacific Cup
Tonga is a powerhouse of international rugby league and seek to host a Test in Nuku'alofa in this year's Pacific Cup to build on their incredible following.
‘No-one is safe’: Broncos internal battles drive hunger
The Broncos have several positions in 2025 and beyond far from settled and forward Jordan Riki says the battle for spots is bringing out the best in the squad.
Dogs hammer Souths, claim sixth-straight win
Canterbury have crushed South Sydney and exposed Latrell Mitchell's shortcomings at five-eighth with a 32-0 Good Friday win.
Storm’s Grant in doubt for Origin with hamstring injury
Melbourne captain Harry Grant is set to miss four to six weeks with a hamstring injury and is in doubt for Queensland's State of Origin opener.
Katoa leads Dolphins to comeback stunner over Storm
The Dolphins scored 40 unanswered points to wallop Melbourne 42-22 in a comeback win orchestrated by brilliant young half Isaiya Katoa.
Katoa leads Dolphins to comeback stunner over Storm
The Dolphins scored 40 unanswered points to wallop Melbourne 42-22 in a comeback win orchestrated by brilliant young half Isaiya Katoa.
Bennett unsure if Mitchell will stay in Souths’ halves
Latrell Mitchell had an underwhelming outing in the halves for South Sydney once more but Wayne Bennett won't say if he will remain at five-eighth.
Storm sweat on Howarth shoulder as injuries mount
Melbourne's outside back stocks have been decimated with injury as coach Craig Bellamy hopes centre Jack Howarth is not out for the season.
Tedesco unburdened by Origin talk ahead of Edwards bout
As he goes head to head with Dylan Edwards, James Tedesco says he's playing with a clearer mind without constant speculation over his Origin credentials.
Fullback showdown key in Dolphins-Storm clash
Opposing fullbacks Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Ryan Papenhuzyen are set to light up Suncorp Stadium as the Dolphins lose hooker Jeremy Marshall-King to injury.
Bennett to inject debutant Dodd but he’s in no hurry
Wayne Bennett will give Souths playmaker Lewis Dodd his NRL debut off the bench, but he doesn't want him on the field in the first half against Canterbury.
Dragons condemn Manly to third-straight loss
Two tries from Tyrell Sloan have helped St George Illawarra defeat Manly 20-18.
Seibold slams draw as Manly hit by fresh injury crisis
Coach Anthony Seibold says the NRL has to improve its draw scheduling as his Manly side face a fresh injury crisis.
Dolphins prepare to be without Flegler for rest of 2025
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has cleared up confusion around the return date of injured prop Thomas Flegler, who is not expected to play again until 2026.
‘We are not bullies’: Tigers defend Galvin pile-on
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall says his side have not bullied Lachlan Galvin after the outbound playmaker was criticised by teammates on social media.
How NRL plans to get more PNG players onto club lists
Each club will be allowed to sign two cap-exempt players from PNG in an effort to build the Pacific nation's depth ahead of the new team's admission to the NRL.