NRL axes Shark Park for 2026 finals series
The NRL has announced its draw for the first week of the finals series, with three games to be played in Sydney and one in Auckland.
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NRL minor premiership a major achievement for Panthers
Penrith have claimed the NRL's minor premiership by beating Wests Tigers to lock in a week-one finals clash with the Roosters.
Tyrell Sloan’s parting gift as Dragons stun Eels
Tyrell Sloan will leave St George Illawarra a hero after drilling a two-point field goal that sealed the Dragons' 24-22 defeat of Parramatta.
Titans playmaker injured as Upton dazzles for Broncos
Gold Coast will hope a star's injury isn't serious, an error-ridden Brisbane overcame St George Illawarra, and the Eels clinched victory in the dying seconds.
Souths veteran makes big call on NRL future
Cody Walker has revealed whether or not he wants to play on in the NRL in 2027, as he enters the finals as South Sydney's oldest-ever player.
Katoa credits axing by Bennett in 2024 as turning point
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa has reflected on two conversations with Wayne Bennett - one harsh and the other heartwarming - for his rise to the top.
Bellamy ready to fight for Munster’s signature
Craig Bellamy says Cameron Munster has earned the right to leave Melbourne if he wants to, but the Storm coach is desperate to ensure that is not the case.
Cotter faces wipeout for Sharks final after charge
North Queensland co-captain Reuben Cotter will miss the elimination final against Cronulla unless he can get a careless high tackle charge downgraded.
Everyone’s frustrated: Stars’ warning before NRL finals
The NRL's officiating is back in the spotlight ahead of the finals, with Harry Grant, Cameron McInnes and Craig Fitzgibbon all voicing their confusion.
Storm stun Sharks to leave rivals finals-bound on a low
Melbourne have scored a brilliant try on the siren to claim a 24-20 win over Cronulla, ending a difficult season for the Storm.
Anxious wait for co-captain on Black night for Cowboys
North Queensland's upcoming finals campaign has been rocked with co-captain Reuben Cotter reported as Canberra debutant Coby Black broke all-time records.
NRLW top six all but decided as Roosters run riot again
Newcastle have shored up their position inside the NRLW's top six, while the Sydney Roosters claimed the equal-second largest victory in competition history.
Warriors edge Manly amid NRL minor premiership fight
The Warriors will enter the NRL finals series on a six-game winning streak after Chanel Harris-Tavita sealed a one-point defeat of brave Manly in Auckland.
Apprentice eyes first final next to master Cleary
Jack Cole and Nathan Cleary are set for a valuable hit-out as Penrith's halves against Wests Tigers after being paired up only twice this season.
Rabbitoh forever: How Arrow will lift Souths in finals
Jai Arrow's trademark humour helped get South Sydney through their most emotional night of 2026, with the 31-year-old now an inspiration for their finals run.
Premiership on the horizon: Dragon’s departing message
Damien Cook believes a premiership is a realistic possibility at St George Illawarra in the next three-to-five years, as he prepares for his final NRL game.
Dawdlers to dynamos: Dolphins the new comeback kings
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf was not concerned about another slow start after beating Gold Coast, as the finals-bound outfit staged a trademark comeback win.
Leniu gets Roosters’ backing to maintain the rage
Spencer Leniu and Keaon Koloamatangi have laughed off their on-field spat, which prompted the the former to begin firing up the South Sydney crowd.
Straight Arrow of emotion shoots Souths to a home final
South Sydney have avoided a finals week-one trip to Newcastle, with the emotion of Jai Arrow's appearance preceding a 50-20 defeat of the Sydney Roosters.
Not a dry eye as Jai Arrow brings up 100th Souths game
Roosters and Rabbitohs fans came together to pay tribute to Jai Arrow as the MND-stricken forward chalked up his 100th South Sydney game.
Sleepy Dolphins awake to beat Titans amid high drama
The Dolphins have hung on to beat Gold Coast 24-20 in a feisty clash full of controversy and head into finals needing to fix slow starts.
Cowboys resigned to Origin star hitting open market
North Queensland coach Todd Payten concedes Jeremiah Nanai is likely to hit the open market before the Cowboys have the chance to re-sign him.
‘Irrelevant’: Marshall unfazed by Luai’s PNG trip
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall says he was unaware Chiefs signing Jarome Luai would be travelling to PNG after the club's loss to North Queensland.
‘Building’: Star reveals Warriors aren’t panicking yet
A Warriors winger has opened up on their historic loss to the Sydney Roosters, while Canberra and Canterbury look to inch closer to a finals berth.
Door open for Sharks’ debutants to play finals
Craig Fitzgibbon is unsure how long Mawene Hiroti will require on the sidelines, opening the door for one of Cronulla's debutants to hold their spot in finals.
Fullback still No.1 choice for breakout Manly star
Clayton Faulalo has been a shining light at fullback and five-eighth for Manly, while playing centre appears likely in 2027, but No.1 is still his best spot.
Broncos fall to 45-year low despite defeating Bulldogs
Canterbury have rolled over with a whimper in their final NRL regular-season game as the Bulldogs fell to Brisbane in a 34-20 defeat.
PNG’s Young hurdle could be sign of things to come
PNG's failed bid to sign Hudson Young for sizeably less than Canberra could be the first of many clashes between the Chiefs, the NRL and clubs over contracts.
Milestone man finds his confidence at Warriors
Important lock forward Erin Clark is preparing to play his 50th game for the Warriors, almost a decade after his first.
Legacy piece: Boyd to coach Maroons in State of Origin
Queensland's search for a new State of Origin coach is over, with Maroons legend Darius Boyd to take over in 2027 after signing a two-year deal.
‘No preference’: Dolphins ready for either of top two
The Dolphins have rested three of their big guns for the final round against Gold Coast as they prepare for a week-one finals tilt at Penrith or the Warriors.