‘They have to withstand us too’: Tino opens up on form
Maroons giant Tino Fa'asumaleaui has given a fascinating appraisal of the modern game and says even aggressive props have to be more strategic and technical.
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Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs
North Queensland have now won eight of their past 10 matches after prevailing 30-18 over South Sydney in Townsville.
‘The ultimate’: Abdo leaves NRL for Tennis Australia
NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo is leaving the code to take up the same role at Tennis Australia and run the Australian Open.
‘Back yourself’: Attack mode Munster’s message to No.7
Queensland half Sam Walker has a bag of tricks in attack and his captain Cameron Munster has urged him to get them all out in his Maroons debut.
New York fireman inspires Maroons with his 9/11 message
New York City firefighter James Dowdell was guest speaker in Queensland camp this week and his 9/11 story about resilience, unity and leadership inspired.
Crichton aims to silence ‘doubters’ amid form slump
Stephen Crichton has declared himself fit and is keen to silence his critics, as well as Queensland, in the State of Origin series opener.
Moses in doubt for opener as NSW turn to Origin rookie
Ethan Strange is on stand-by to make his NSW State of Origin debut with Mitchell Moses expected to be ruled out for the Blues.
‘Not a dead rubber’: Defiant Maroons prop warns Blues
Queensland are facing an historic losing whitewash but prop Jessika Elliston says the young and inexperienced side won't be daunted by star-studded NSW.
‘Crucial junction’: NRL begins era-defining CEO search
The NRL is poised to embark on an extensive search for its next chief executive after Andrew Abdo announced his shock resignation.
Why Daley is ready for Blues to enter Strange world
He's never played State of Origin but Laurie Daley reckons Ethan Strange is primed to make an instant impact for NSW in the series opener.
Koula ‘not too fazed’ by rare Origin challenge
Usually a centre or fullback, NSW rookie Tolu Koula is preparing to make his State of Origin debut on the wing in the series opener at Accor Stadium.
Sharks duo sign with Cowboys as Taulagi exit looms
North Queensland have signed Cronulla's outside back guns Jesse Ramien and Sione Katoa, but the move signals the impending departure of winger Murray Taulagi.
‘Life of the party’ Arrow reunites with Maroon brothers
Jai Arrow has reunited with his former Queensland teammates in State of Origin camp and will continue to be around the group ahead of the series opener.
How NRL’s bench shake-up could shape Origin I
The six-man bench will give NSW coach Laurie Daley and Queensland counterpart Billy Slater plenty of cause for thought in the State of Origin series opener.
‘Bit more fire’: Ivan Cleary on Penrith star’s NSW snub
Penrith's Ivan Cleary says the stars have aligned for him to name his State of Origin stars for the Warriors clash, as he backs fullback Dylan Edwards to star.
Broncos big guns back as Sharks lose key playmaker
Manly have received a massive boost against Cronulla with forward Ben Trbojevic cleared to play after an HIA was reclassified by the NRL.
Reds looking to launch into Super finals with a bang
Queensland's Carter Gordon feels the Reds' best rugby is ahead of them and is hopeful his team hits top form with the Super Rugby Pacific finals looming.
Rugby League World Cup gets major government boost
The federal government is showing its support for women's rugby league and the 2026 World Cup, tipping more than $12 million into the three-pronged tournament.
‘Kidding ourselves’: Daley won’t cop Cleary Origin talk
Nathan Cleary is tasked with getting NSW off to a flying start in State of Origin on Wednesday, but Laurie Daley isn't putting any pressure on the Blues 'No.7.
Slater ‘pleasantly surprised’ by Origin rookie Walker
Nine days in State of Origin camp have enhanced Billy Slater's opinion of rookie Queensland halfback Sam Walker.
‘The crap they carry on with’: Gallen’s Origin rocket
Paul Gallen has lit the fuse for an explosive State of Origin series, declaring Queenslanders full of self-importance and saying he can't wait for a NSW win.
Destiny in Maroons’ hands as NSW eye historic whitewash
Queensland debutant fullback Destiny Mino-Sinapati has made an inspiring rise from injury as the Maroons aim to deny NSW a historic State of Origin whitewash.
Ponga dodges ban for send-off that shook Origin
Kalyn Ponga won't be suspended for the shoulder charge on Tolu Koula that led to fullback being sent off and ultimately cost Queensland the Origin opener.
New talent outweighs old habits in Blues triumph
NSW's debutants Ethan Strange, Casey McLean and Blayke Brailey have all starred in a comeback win for the ages that clinched the State of Origin series opener.
Walker lives up to Langer hype in debut heartbreaker
Queensland have lost the State of Origin series opener in controversial circumstances, but discovered a star in debutant No.7 Sam Walker.
Cleary, Tedesco fire NSW to classic Origin comeback win
Superstars Nathan Cleary and James Tedesco and rookie Ethan Strange have piloted NSW to a thrilling, series-opening 22-20 State of Origin win over Queensland.
Pretty heartbreaking: Ponga’s pain at Maroons’ collapse
Kalyn Ponga has avoided a ban for the send off that shaped State of Origin I, but the Queensland fullback says he feels responsible for the Maroons' loss.
There’ll be a spot for Moses in game two: Daley
Mitch Moses missed the State of Origin series opener through injury but there'll be a spot for him on the NSW teamsheet for game two, says coach Laurie Daley.
Maroons to embrace history in bid to create their own
Queensland must become the first team to come from 1-0 down in consecutive series to retain the State of Origin shield, but it is history that will drive them.
‘Not a long-term No.7’: Gould’s call on Bulldogs star
Phil Gould says the Bulldogs don't see Lachlan Galvin as their long-term halfback, although Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo doesn't share his view.
It’s subjective whether I’ve ‘owned’ Origin: Cleary
Penrith co-captain Nathan Cleary comes into State of Origin camp on the back of a loss in last year's game-three decider, his third as NSW halfback.