Return to Cowboys not in Brandon Smith’s NRL sights
Sydney Roosters No.9 Brandon Smith wants his future sorted by the time he returns from his ACL rupture, but a swap deal to North Queensland is not preferred.
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Ex-footy star faces court over alleged drunken rampage
A former rugby league and union great is looking to have at least one assault charge dropped following an alleged rampage at a bar.
Katoa returns early as Dolphins move on from Hunt
Dolphins half Isaiya Katoa is back at training two weeks ahead of schedule in another sign of why missing out on signing Ben Hunt isn't all doom and gloom.
Benji ‘unsure’ if John Bateman will be at Tigers in ’25
Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall admits he does not know whether John Bateman will play for the NRL club in 2025 but wants the situation resolved promptly.
Tigers coach Kimmorley wants NSW women’s Origin job
Wests Tigers NRLW coach Brett Kimmorley says the NSW Women's State of Origin job is of "genuine interest" to him.
Sharks’ star NRLW recruit announces pregnancy
Star prop Caitlan Johnston-Green is expecting her first child in May and is likely to miss at least part of her first NRLW season at Cronulla.
Bronson Xerri caps comeback year with new Bulldogs deal
Resurgent centre Bronson Xerri will remain at Canterbury until at least the end of 2027 after signing a new contract.
Ilias at ease filling Hunt’s boots after Souths exit
Lachlan Ilias has already felt the spotlight of replacing Adam Reynolds at South Sydney, but feels well placed to fill Ben Hunt's boots at St George Illawarra.
Wests Tigers allow fast-food lover Galvin to feast out
Lachlan Galvin is an open book this NRL pre-season, but before he begins learning from Jarome Luai he's counting on a familiar friend in Ronald McDonald.
Holmes at ease with Flanagan after Sharks exit
Valentine Holmes' last stint under Shane Flanagan ended in drama when he left for the NFL, but he's far more comfortable talking to the coach now.
Daley vows to carry on Maguire legacy, brings Bellamy
Laurie Daley will work closely with former Canberra teammates Michael Maguire and Craig Bellamy on his return to the NSW State of Origin coaching role.
Beefed-up Kyle Flanagan has clear goal in mind for 2025
Kyle Flanagan has gained 10 kilograms in the off-season, vowing to be a more potent weapon as he prepares to link up with new halves partner Lachlan Ilias.
NSW women’s coach Strange open to mass changes
Sydney Roosters coach John Strange will become the first active NRLW coach to lead a State of Origin team after being appointed to the NSW vacancy.
Sharks dealt hardest run in NRL draw, Bulldogs benefit
Cronulla have been handed the equal-most top-eight opponents of any side in the 2025 draw, while Canterbury, Canberra, Newcastle and the Warriors have won out.
Josh Addo-Carr could make NRL return against Bulldogs
The stage is set for Parramatta's Josh Addo-Carr to return to the NRL against Canterbury, who cut him loose following a positive roadside drug test.
NRLW in right spot despite increased clashes with men
The NRLW will have 30 matches clashing with the men in 2025, significantly up on the seven games that were played at the same time as the NRL in 2024.
Papenhuyzen poised to sign again for Melbourne Storm
Ryan Papenhuyzen is poised to recommit to Melbourne, likely adding another year to his current Storm contract.
Titans must fire beyond Broncos to make top draw count
Gold Coast's mastery of Brisbane in recent outings must translate to wins against other opponents after being given a favourable draw for the 2025 NRL season.
Knights let star NRLW No.1 go for personal reasons
Newcastle have released the NRLW's best player from the final three years of her contract, allowing the star No.1 to return to Queensland for personal reasons.
Ryles takes blank-canvas approach to Eels summer
Jason Ryles says he is undecided on his captain, fullback, hooker or where Zac Lomax will play headed into his first season in charge of Parramatta.
Valuable young gun Fonua Pole re-signs with Tigers
Talented young forward Fonua Pole has signed a new deal with Wests Tigers in a major boost for the rebuilding NRL club.
NRL draw lifts prime time Dolphins to kings of Brisbane
The Dolphins have been given a Suncorp Stadium bonanza by the NRL in the 2025 draw and have bumped the Brisbane Broncos out of a key prime time slot.
NSW open to handing NRLW coach women’s Origin side
NSW could have a first-grade coach back in charge of a State of Origin side for the first time in 15 years, with NRLW mentors an option for the women's team.
Papenhuyzen adamant money won’t dictate contract call
Ryan Papenhuyzen insists he won't necessarily go to the highest bidder as he weighs up his NRL future, but he does want to make a call by the end of pre-season.
Manly get Magic Round bye, Brisbane to play Sunday
Brisbane have been moved from their usual primetime Friday slot in Magic Round, while their usual opponents Manly have been given the bye for the first time.
Gilbert eyes round-one Dolphins return, credits Cotter
Dolphins forward Tom Gilbert is on track to return to NRL action for the Dolphins against South Sydney as he opens up on his ordeal, inspirations and hopes.
May a target but Dragons won’t rush into bidding war
Terrell May is on St George Illawarra's radar but coach Shane Flanagan won't be jumping head first into a deal for the unwanted Sydney Roosters prop.
NRL draw: 2025 season to start with grudge matches
St George Illawarra half Kyle Flanagan will be asked to return from his NRL biting ban against Stephen Crichton and Canterbury, as part 2025's opening round.
Dolphins welcome Bennett back for hyped NRL blockbuster
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett returns to Brisbane to play the Dolphins in a round-one NRL showpiece where his old assistant Kristian Woolf will be waiting.
Men’s Origin to open in Qld, Allianz to host women
The NRL will take women's State of Origin to Sydney's second biggest rugby league stadium in 2025, while Queensland will host the opener of the men's series.
Sky Blues coach steps down after four-year Origin stint
NSW are on the hunt for a new Women's State of Origin coach after Kylie Hilder announced she would not seek to extend her four-year reign.