‘In your face’: why Sharks welcome Bulldog animosity
Ronaldo Mulitalo wants Cronulla to match Canterbury's intensity in order to finish the regular season on a high.
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Junk-time points could put Manly’s season on scrapheap
Manly's tendency to concede points late in blow-outs and the Dolphins' ability to keep the throttle down is the difference between any realistic finals hopes.
Rival tips Walsh to take Broncos to ‘Promised Land’
Brisbane have been waiting 19 years for a premiership but Cameron Munster reckons Reece Walsh is the man to help break the drought.
‘Stinks’: Munster slams Storm attitude as finals loom
Melbourne's brains trust was filthy after the 30-14 loss to Brisbane with the Storm's defence having fallen apart for a second straight week just before finals.
Hughes injured as Walsh genius secures Broncos fourth
Melbourne's title hopes have sunk with Jahrome Hughes suffering a new injury, as Reece Walsh fired in a 30-14 win to secure Brisbane fourth spot.
Why Lockyer wants to buy and revive London Broncos
Brisbane legend Darren Lockyer is part of a consortium keen to buy the London Broncos, and has taken note of Tom Brady's approach in his own successful venture.
Hasler bids farewell to Titans predicting bright future
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler insists incoming mentor Josh Hannay can be a success as he gives two key players debuts in his final match in charge.
Roosters admit hate for Souths, but focus on main goal
Trent Robinson insists Sydney Roosters players can look past a hatred for Souths and won't be dragged into a spiteful affair as they fight to make finals.
Bennett defends Smith, says police saga is ‘trivial’
Wayne Bennett has claimed Brandon Smith is only being used by police to send a message to the public, after he was hit with drug supply and betting charges.
GOAT retires as Dolphins turn to ‘Obi-Wayne Kenobi’
Dolphins veteran Mark Nicholls will retire at season's end, but when that will be depends on his old coach Wayne Bennett getting South Sydney a last-round win.
End of 15-year era: Manly ponder life without DCE
Daly Cherry-Evans has played more games at No.7 than anyone in history and after several other records, his exit leaves Manly with questions for the future.
Into the light: Foran’s quest to enhance mental health
Retiring Gold Coast star Kieran Foran experienced the unimaginable pain of losing a stepson to suicide, and his ongoing work improving young lives is priceless.
Storm hopeful injured key forward can play finals role
Melbourne welcome halfback Jahrome Hughes back from injury against Brisbane, and say back-rower Shawn Blore's fractured larynx isn't as bad as first thought.
Resilient Raiders reap rewards of pre-season boot camp
Canberra players have recalled the gruelling army-style boot camp that set them up for success in the 2025 NRL season.
Disobedient Dogs at risk of being bitten by rap sheet
More than 50 NRL players will enter round 27 with their finals series at risk of being blown apart by a bad judiciary record, with Canterbury the most at risk.
Broncos players warned not to flush title hopes away
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says "culture is everything" after two off-field incidents involving Reece Walsh and Gehamat Shibasaki before the Melbourne clash
Sharks could lobby NRL amid Allianz Stadium debacle
Allianz Stadium's drainage crisis could force Cronulla to host a final at their third-choice home ground, a prospect that may leave the Sharks lobbying the NRL.
Souths star wants No.6 jersey back in 2026
Cody Walker is intent on reclaiming South Sydney's starting five-eighth spot from Ashton Ward once he puts a season of injury hell behind him.
One down: Peters won’t apply for Newcastle coach role
Willie Peters' manager says his client will not pursue the Newcastle head-coaching job, despite being asked to apply for the role.
Future Fuller for Dolphins whiz after inspiring return
Dolphins late bloomer Trai Fuller is a top-shelf NRL fullback who will have a big call to make on his future in the coming months.
Cook Islands on Hunt for final World Cup spot
Cook Islands coach Karmichael Hunt can't wait to watch Cronulla star KL Iro in the World Cup qualifier against South Africa and continue a great family legacy.
Hardwick inspiring Hunt, 13 years on from ‘that’ goal
Karmichael Hunt left Damien Hardwick in despair with his 2012 after-the-siren winner, but the AFL coach is now inspiring the cross-code star's next endeavour.
Hannay swings axe on coaching staff for new Titans era
Three of Des Hasler's assistant coaches will move on at the end of the season as Gold Coast prepares for a fresh era under Josh Hannay.
Shibasaki dropped for breach in Broncos hammer blow
Brisbane's push for a top four spot has been rocked with Queensland centre Gehamat Shibasaki dropped for disciplinary reasons ahead of the clash with Melbourne.
Raiders rest 10 players, Hughes back for Storm
Canberra have rested 10 players from the last round before finals, with Cam Murray and Jahrome Hughes among key players returning from injury elsewhere.
Cherry-Evans to let future call roll into off-season
Manly veteran Daly Cherry-Evans says he will make a decision in the off-season if there is enough fuel in the tank to play on, insistent no call has been made.
‘Weirdest injury’: Tracey talks about tummy trouble
Connor Tracey knows a thing or two about injuries but the Canterbury fullback was in unchartered waters during his last stint on the sidelines.
‘Don’t give a rat’s’: Sharks embrace Penrith’s mindset
Ronaldo Mulitalo wants Cronulla to be more like Penrith and not worry about whether they finish the regular season in the NRL's top four.
Tigers hunt for new NRLW coach after Kimmorley exit
Brett Kimmorley has stepped down as coach of the Wests Tigers' NRLW side after a 2025 season where they picked up just one win.
Souths back Brandon Smith ‘to the end’ amid allegations
South Sydney players insist it's business as usual for Brandon Smith despite serious criminal allegations hanging over the forward's head.
Knights star backs Green’s footy IQ in coach search
The longest-serving player in Newcastle's current squad says Blake Green's man management and football IQ make him ready to replace Adam O'Brien.