Mind over matter: how Ramsey defied odds for NRL return
Cody Ramsey's NRL return is the most inspirational of any player in recent memory, going from fearing life was "unlivable" to making it back to the top grade.
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Mariner hospitalised as Broncos’ injury woes deepen
Brisbane's player availability crisis has worsened as coach Michael Maguire faces having to turn to players outside the top 30 to fill the backline void.
Plath one of six Dolphins in Maroons mix for Origin
Dolphins warhorse Max Plath has the character and talent of a Queenslander, and the new six-man bench in State of Origin will only help his case for a debut.
We’re falling asleep at the wheel in games: Bulldogs
Canterbury's tendency to switch off during games has proven costly during a dismal three weeks for the NRL side.
Why I re-signed: Ponga excited by Knights’ form surge
Newcastle skipper Kalyn Ponga's decision to re-sign long-term has been reaffirmed following the Knights' thrilling win over South Sydney.
Marshall lashes ‘soft’ Tigers after heavy Sharks loss
Wests Tigers' hot start has been brought crashing down to earth with a bump after Adam Doueihi and Samuela Fainu were injured in a 52-10 loss to Cronulla.
Penrith edge Manly but good first start for Joey Walsh
Penrith have held on for a tight defeat of Manly at CommBank Stadium, where highly-rated Sea Eagles prospect Joey Walsh made his first start at NRL level.
Team-first Tago bounces back after personal tragedy
Three-time premiership-winning centre Izack Tago has made a great return to Penrith's NRL side after a difficult start to the year.
Sevens star set for code switch, signs for Titans
Teagan Levi will test the waters in the NRLW, with the Australian sevens star signing on to play with Gold Coast at the end of the world series.
‘We tried our best’: Why Saifiti was forced to retire
Daniel Saifiti's stellar career with the Dolphins, Newcastle, NSW and Fiji has come to a premature end.
‘On a tear’: Foxx dreams of Blues reunion with Latrell
Josh Addo-Carr and Latrell Mitchell haven't played Origin together for nearly five years. Now the stars are aligning for a reunion.
‘I’m in no rush’ for more NRL: Sea Eagles young gun
Manly's Joey Walsh impressed in the tight loss to Penrith but is willing to continue biding his time in reserve grade once Jamal Fogarty returns.
Broncos winger’s leg saved by surgery after rare injury
The frightening extent of Deine Mariner's right leg injury has been laid bare by Broncos doctor Mat Hislop as more injuries force backline changes.
‘Special player’: Samoa speedsters plan World Cup havoc
Dolphins dazzler Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow and Melbourne's scintillating Sua Fa'alogo will give Samoa a potent attacking arsenal at the World Cup later this year.
Anywhere, anytime: Hammer ready to move for Maroons
Dolphins fullback Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has his sights on playing centre for Queensland as Reece Walsh returns in the No.1 jersey.
Bula boost for Tigers as fullback signs four-year deal
Jahream Bula has signed a four-year extension that will keep the dynamic fullback at Wests Tigers until the end of the 2030 NRL seson.
Latrell talks: NRL’s strongest voice breaks silence
The NRL's strongest voice, Latrell Mitchell, has broken a lengthy media ban to discuss his form, his positional switch and the potential of a move to PNG.
‘Happier, carefree’ Hynes chases holy grail with Sharks
An at-peace Nicho Hynes, playing his 100th game for Cronulla, hopes his more settled off-field life can help take the Sharks to an NRL grand final in 2026.
Ilias axed by Titans as Roosters name injured Crichton
Pushed out by South Sydney and St George Illawarra, Lachlan Ilias has now been axed by Gold Coast after their topsy-turvy start to life under Josh Hannay.
‘Haven’t heard anything’: Bai dodges PNG question
Gold Coast rising star Cooper Bai looms as an obvious target for expansion side the PNG Chiefs, who enter the NRL from 2028.
Dolphins equally desperate as Canterbury for win: Woolf
Canterbury's NRL season is already under pressure but Dolphins boss Kristian Woolf insists his side is also desperate for a win in round 10.
NSW’s Butler to debut, Maroons resist big changes
Sydney Roosters prop Rima Butler is in line for her State of Origin debut after being promoted to NSW's bench for game two.
Storm troops inspired by Bellamy’s health battle
Acknowledging his coach would hate the attention on him, Jahrome Hughes says the Storm are inspired by Craig Bellamy amid his health fight.
Raiders ace reveals connection inspiring his NRL form
Canberra Raiders halfback Ethan Sanders has admitted he only has to think about the moments of last year when he's looking for inspiration to shine.
Penrith’s fittest man is playing for his future
Ivan Cleary has described Freddy Lussick as one of the fittest players he's seen in 20 years as an NRL head coach.
‘Like an obligation’: Johnston on his PNG Chiefs deal
The PNG Chiefs have signed their second player with record-setting try-scorer Alex Johnston formally putting pen to paper.
Eels sign much-needed injury reinforcement
Parramatta have struggled with injuries all season but the arrival of North Queensland forward Harrison Edwards bodes well for the depleted NRL club.
Weight drop sparks Cowboy’s career-best surge
Once tipped for greatness as a schoolboy, Cowboys prop Tom Mikaele is enjoying a career-best year after taking the long road to fulfilling his potential.
How Panthers can prevent Raiders from making history
Since they rose to premiership domination in 2020 no team have scored three consecutive wins over Penrith, but Canberra could become the first in round 10.
Why Tigers pulled teen phenom out of NRL firing line
Once compared to Jonah Lomu, Heamasi Makasini has been dropped by Wests Tigers. Coach Benji Marshall explained why.
No Sasagi sizzle for Raiders in top-shelf Tigers clash
A hamstring injury means Simi Sasagi will miss Canberra's clash with Wests Tigers and recruit Daine Laurie is a chance to take his place in the centres.