Titans comeback win gives Foran, Hasler super farewell
Gold Coast have launched a stunning second-half comeback to beat Wests Tigers 36-28 and send Kieran Foran and Des Hasler out as winners.
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Sharks’ finals confidence hit, Cowboys fly in NRLW
Tayla Preston helped orchestrate an upset win over her old team as the Bulldogs beat the Sharks in the NRLW, while the Cowboys thrashed the Dragons.
Storm lock down flyer until 2027, but door open for PNG
Melbourne have taken one of their key players off the market for 2027, meaning he cannot become a priority target for the Perth Bears' first roster.
Panthers book finals date with ‘beast’ Fisher-Harris
Penrith's win over St George Illawarra means they will face one of the chief architects of their premiership dynasty in the first week of the NRL finals.
Knights hoping to send O’Brien out a winner
Newcastle have the chance to send Adam O'Brien out a winner when they face Parramatta at CommBank Stadium.
Let us pick when we play: Raiders ramp up finals push
Ricky Stuart claims minor premiers Canberra will be massively disadvantaged unless the NRL let them host Brisbane on Sunday in the first week of finals.
Veteran forward retires as Dolphins rue finals fade-out
The Dolphins will not play finals this year but have plenty to look forward to in future as Kenny Bromwich announces his retirement from the NRL.
‘More than welcome’: Roosters coach eyes more Wallabies
The incredible transition of ex-Wallaby Mark Nawaqanitawase has prompted Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson to throw down the welcome mat to more rugby stars.
Rabbitohs halfback faces late start to 2026 season
South Sydney will be without their halfback for the first two games of 2026 as they fight to recover from a dismal season.
‘No one respects us’: Wahs against the world in finals
The Warriors have a message for their doubters as they enter the NRL finals at the longest odds to win the premiership of any team still in contention.
Nawaqanitawase achieves 89-year first in Roosters rout
Code-hopping superstar Mark Nawaqanitawase has bagged another try-scoring hat-trick to help pilot the Sydney Roosters into the NRL finals.
DCE ices last Manly game but ‘won’t be looking back’
NRL champion Daly Cherry-Evans has bowed out of Manly as a winner but could not inspire the big victory the Sea Eagles needed to keep their finals hopes alive.
Aiken leads Roosters to 10th straight 2025 win
The Sydney Roosters were missing some key players but star halfback Tarryn Aiken ensured they overcame plucky Canberra.
Gordon boosted by ex-Wallabies mate for Titans debut
Former Wallabies star Carter Gordon has been inspired watching his ex-teammate Mark Nawaqanitawase take the NRL by storm ahead of his own debut.
Veteran Dragon ready to breathe fire one last time
Jack de Belin has one last hurrah in the Red V after 16 years, against Penrith, and is looking forward to that clash plus a new challenge at the Eels.
Storm shaken with duo joining Hughes on sidelines
Nelson Asofa-Solomona's NRL season could be over, and he'll be joined on the sidelines by Jahrome Hughes and Ryan Papenhuyzen.
‘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.
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.