Depleted Roosters won’t rush Wallaby’s league education
The Sydney Roosters say they're unlikely to play Mark Nawaqanitawase in the NRL if he arrives early as expected, instead preparing him for 2025.
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Knights tell prop Daniel Saifiti he can move on
Daniel Saifiti has revealed Newcastle have told him he can move on at the end of the 2024 NRL season, despite having two years left on his contract.
Jillaroos to feature in NRL’s expanded Vegas venture
The NRL is set to add a women's Test match into the schedule for Las Vegas in 2025, with Australia expected to face off against England.
Burton goes with less-is-more on mid-field bombs
Matt Burton has the most dangerous torpedo bomb in the NRL, but the Canterbury halfback has opted for a less-is-more approach as his game develops.
Family key to decision on future for Cowboys’ Townsend
Chad Townsend is close to agreeing to his final playing contract and says he is a chance of rebuffing NRL interest to finish his career overseas.
NRL approves Nawaqanitawase’s early Roosters arrival
Rugby convert Mark Nawaqanitawase is free to join the Sydney Roosters before the end of the NRL season, after his deal was approved by head office.
Staggs out, Oates returns for Broncos against Panthers
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs will miss the clash with Penrith to attend a close friend's funeral as veteran Corey Oates returns from a knee injury.
Ponga returns early as Storm sit out Harry Grant again
Newcastle have been bolstered by the early return of Kalyn Ponga from a foot injury, while Harry Grant is again missing from Melbourne's NRL team.
Dolphins’ Marshall-King out for up to 10 weeks
In a major blow for the Dolphins, hooker Jeremy Marshall-King has been ruled out for the majority of the rest of the NRL regular season with a foot injury.
SBW fan Willison gives Broncos ‘whack’ for Penrith test
Xavier Willison grew up idolising Sonny Bill Williams, and now the Brisbane behemoth is ready to take on two of Penrith's and New Zealand's great front-rowers.
Tedesco backs Chad Townsend to add value for Roosters
The acquisition of Chad Townsend can ensure a player exodus won't impact the Sydney Roosters' premiership ambitions, captain James Tedesco says.
Barrett eager for Eels to make crucial coaching call
The sooner Parramatta make a decision on their next coach the better for the Eels' hopes of starting 2025 on the right foot, interim boss Trent Barrett says.
Former Wallabies star Gordon signs with Titans for 2024
Gold Coast have signed former Wallabies No.10 Carter Gordon for the rest of 2024, and the 23-year-old has already taken part in his first training session.
‘Sooky’ Albert Hopoate credits wife for NRL return
Burns victim Albert Hopoate is enjoying his time back on the field as Canberra prepare to get their league campaign back on track against Newcastle.
Tedesco backs Cowboy Townsend to add value to Roosters
The acquisition of Chad Townsend can ensure a player exodus won't impact the Sydney Roosters' premiership ambitions, captain James Tedesco says.
Cowboys will put a target on DCE: Dearden warns
North Queensland playmaker Tom Dearden plays with Manly half Daly Cherry-Evans for Queensland but there will be no love lost in the NRL clash in Townsville.
Broncos gun Arthars back from jaw-dropping weight loss
Brisbane winger Jesse Arthars has detailed his inspirational recovery after eating through a straw following a broken jaw.
Walsh will explode for Broncos on one proviso: Walters
Brisbane's Reece Walsh has just four try assists this year but coach Kevin Walters says team discipline can spark the fullback's creativity against Penrith.
Roosters a threat on both sides in premiership push
Dom Young's arrival and Sam Walker's growth has given the Sydney Roosters what they have long craved: a right attacking edge that can match their left.
Black Ferns duo eye Olympic gold and NRLW title
St George Illawarra five-eighth Tyla King and Brisbane centre Stacey Waaka are eying Olympic gold before they attempt to win their maiden NRLW premierships.
Fifita ‘x-factor’ makes him a Maroons must: Hasler
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler and Queensland great Gorden Tallis have backed David Fifita's credentials for a Maroons recall ahead of the clash with Cronulla.
Cowboys quick learner Luki in frame for Maroons debut
North Queensland second-rower Heilum Luki is close to a Queensland debut after putting into operation advice he received in Maroons camp from Felise Kaufusi.
Controversial star Taylan May to leave Panthers
Centre Taylan May has parted company with Penrith, bringing to a close a bitter backroom feud between the NRL club and the troubled player.
Titans rocked as Brimson, Sami ruled out with injury
Gold Coast duo AJ Brimson and Phillip Sami won't play against Cronulla due to injury, with Tanah Boyd and Jacob Alick coming into the 17.
More Eels misery as Paulo injury compounds Souths loss
Parramatta have slumped to a fourth-straight NRL loss, falling to a 32-16 defeat at the hands of a resurgent South Sydney.
Parra players under pump as Eels hit rock bottom
Interim Parramatta coach Trent Barrett says the Eels were their own worst enemy in their loss to South Sydney.
Manly keep open mind on Trbojevic’s centre shift
Manly have kept their options open on Tom Trbojevic playing centre on his return from injury, and won't stop him playing State of Origin III if picked.
Wests Tigers ready to unleash Justin Olam against Storm
Justin Olam is set to return for Wests Tigers as the joint venture looks to continue a charmed run at Leichhardt Oval against first-placed Melbourne.
Knights take Gamble to keep halves competition alive
Tyson Gamble has signed a contract extension that will keep him in Newcastle until the end of the 2026 season.
Criticism of chirpy Mahoney out of proportion: Bulldogs
Reed Mahoney is adept at getting under the skin of rival players but Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo insists the criticism of his hooker is excessive.
Paulo’s season effectively over with Eels under the gun
Parramatta have suffered another setback in their horror 2024 NRL campaign, with prop Junior Paulo's season effectively over because of a foot injury.