Eels turn tables on Sharks in NRLW season opener
Parramatta caused the first upset of the new NRLW season in the opening game with a slim win over last year's grand finalists Cronulla.
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Nathan Cleary asks NRL to sort out scheduling quirk
Penrith could not play their five NSW stars on a recent trip to Auckland and halfback Nathan Cleary hopes that kind of fixturing can be avoided in future.
Broncos stand by ‘legend’ after drink-driving charge
Brisbane Broncos legend Steve Renouf has apologised for "unacceptable" drink-driving after being allegedly caught at nearly four times the legal limit.
‘I replied with an F-bomb’: Papalii to rock for Maroons
It's been a big week for recalled Queensland prop Josh Papalii after he welcomed son Jeremiah into the world and got a stunning call from Billy Slater.
‘A few tears’: Broncos give prop NRL debut after toil
Brisbane will give prop Ben Talty an NRL debut and have recalled veteran centre Delouise Hoeter for the clash with Canterbury after injuries to key men.
Why Lachlan Galvin doubts won’t faze Bulldogs coach
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo has come out in defence of the Bulldogs' plan for using highly prized mid-season recruit Lachlan Galvin.
Why Lomax won’t change goal-kicking for Origin III
Zac Lomax was wayward at the kicking tee in the second State of Origin game but won't be tempted to change his technique if called upon to kick in the decider.
Haas ready to face different Shibasaki in Origin arena
Gehamat Shibasaki is one of State of Origin's biggest bolters, but Payne Haas could see the Queenslander was a new man from the moment he returned to Brisbane.
Smith gets key backing as Australia’s next coach
Cameron Munster and Harry Grant have thrown their support behind Cameron Smith as the new Australia coach, explaining why he is the perfect choice for the role.
Penrith 2021 vibes as Blues brave litany of injuries
Three NSW players sat out their first training session in the Blue Mountains and two more were on modified duties, but Liam Martin sees it as history repeating.
The Bodyguard: Papalii hailed as Maroons’ new protector
Josh Papalii has been likened by Cameron Munster to Kevin Costner as the recalled Queensland prop gets set for his own bodyguard role in the Origin decider.
Roofer to NRLW: Cronulla young gun does it all
The Sharks' Georgia Hannaway is stepping up as a key playmaker for the 2025 NRLW season after the departure of her former co-captain.
Dolphins suffer another injury blow to star playmaker
The Dolphins will be looking for a new halves partner for Isaiya Katoa after Kodi Nikorima was ruled out for six weeks with a torn hamstring.
Hidden heartache behind Gosiewski’s super Broncos form
Brisbane forward Jack Gosiewski thinks about his parents before every game after the death of both his father and mother since joining the club last year.
Tigers overhaul spine amid NRL Origin, injury chaos
Several NRL sides have been forced to name depleted line ups for round 18, with State of Origin and last week's brutal round of injuries causing issues.
Tigers want meeting with government over Campbelltown
Campbelltown's council has pledged $10 million of funding for its stadium, but Wests Tigers are weeks away from deciding to leave if government doesn't step in.
Bennett picks Wighton over Dodd as Souths’ No.6
Super-coach Wayne Bennett still can't find a place for star half Lewis Dodd in South Sydney's starting side despite the Rabbitohs' massive injury toll.
Cobbo’s return for Broncos an inspiration for Karapani
Brisbane have recalled Selwyn Cobbo at fullback as winger Josiah Karapani, the man who initially replaced him in the team, spoke of Cobbo's selfless influence.
Martin out for Munster revenge over man-of-match outing
Liam Martin admits he would hate himself if he was a Queensland State of Origin fan, but is ready to be NSW's chief antagonist again and target Cameron Munster.
Double blow for Warriors with spine ripped apart
The Warriors have lost fullback Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad for a month to a knee injury, after confirming halfback Luke Metcalf has a season-ending ACL rupture.
Maroons find diamond in rough as Gem sheds happy tears
The stunning rise of Gehamat Shibasaki from being without a contract six months ago to a Queensland Origin debut is a dream-come-true tale.
Daley welcomes anxiety in bid to break decider duck
Laurie Daley has never won a State of Origin Game 3 series decider as a NSW coach, but insists the anxiety he feels around the match can only be a good thing.
Rachael Pearson turns NSW snub into peak fitness
Rachael Pearson is feeling fitter and stronger than at any point of her NRLW career, spurred on by missing out on a place in NSW's State of Origin side.
Fittler withdraws interest in coaching Kangaroos
Brad Fittler's withdrawal leaves another NRL legend as favourite to replace Mal Meninga as Australian rugby league team coach.
Fa’alogo out, clubs hold breath after brutal NRL round
Melbourne winger Sua Fa'alogo will miss at least two months after tearing his hamstring, one of many high-profile NRL players injured during round 17.
Tigers star can see why Da Silva turned blue and gold
Tallyn Da Silva's three-and-a-half year deal at Parramatta is complete, allowing him to run out for the Eels after their bye.
Health is wealth: Fevers tell Luai to slow down
Jarome Luai has been copping it from NSW teammates about a boil putting him in hospital, but he actually had fevers after a staph infection from a chest wound.
Step back: Blues star’s dance ban ahead of Origin III
Brian To'o has had to give up dancing ahead of the State of Origin decider to ensure he will recover from a knee issue in time to play.
Hammer’s time: Why Slater picked Dolphin over Walsh
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow has vowed to implement key aspects of Billy Slater's fullback play into his own after edging out Reece Walsh for the coveted No.1 spot.
NRL ‘not concerned’ as players fight judiciary change
The NRL has reiterated its stance on a controversial rule change aimed at tightening the judiciary process.
Sharks say no chance Hynes will revert to fullback
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon has categorically ruled out any chance of Nicho Hynes moving to fullback amid the Sharks' mid-season form slump.