Hasler wallops Fifita with noodles to get Titans firing
Gold Coast winger Jojo Fifita is thriving under the coaching of Des Hasler and credits the veteran mentor's techniques for his growth.
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Fifita backflips on Roosters to stay at Titans
Gold Coast CEO Steve Mitchell has explained why David Fifita activated a two-year option to stay at the Titans, spurning a four-year deal at the Roosters.
Game over for NRL teams who lose backs while trailing
A break down of the first 10 rounds of the NRL season has shown no team has come from behind to win after losing a back in the first half.
Raiders coach Stuart pens new deal until end of 2029
Ricky Stuart is set to coach NRL side Canberra until the end of 2029 after he was handed a new four-year deal with the Raiders.
Change looms for Magic Round as Manly dump ‘home’ game
Manly have told the NRL they will not use Magic Round as a home game from 2025, with two other clubs considering joining them in the move.
NRL investigating Mitchell, Walker racism claims
Allegations South Sydney stars Latrell Mitchell and Cody Walker were racially abused by a member of the crowd at Kogarah are being investigated by the NRL.
Melbourne to challenge Grant charge after shock sin-bin
The Storm are challenging Harry Grant's charge of dangerous contact after the Melbourne skipper was sin-binned for tangling with a Sharks kicker.
Mozer on standby for Walters, Broncos chance closer
Brisbane hooker Blake Mozer has been in form for South-Logan and good judges say is ready to shine in the NRL if called up to replace Billy Walters.
Upton issues warning to NSW: ‘My best is yet to come’
Queensland No.1 Tamika Upton, who learned to run again after a back fracture four years ago, had a 2023 for the ages but insists there's plenty more to come.
Titans carnage with Foran one of five injured halves
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler faces having five halves unavailable for Magic Round after Kieran Foran and AJ Brimson were injured against North Queensland.
Storm’s Welch calls for common sense on leg collisions
Melbourne Storm prop Christian Welch says there should be more focus on head-high tackles than a sin-bin for making light contact with a rival player's leg.
God speed: The climb of Broncos’ not-so ancient Mariner
Brisbane's pacey winger Deine Mariner has a tattoo that sums up his faith, flair and flourish after he was recruited on one viewing by a golden-eyed scout.
Sky Bruise: heavy sessions prep NSW for Origin opener
Yasmin Clydsdale says NSW's State of Origin build-up has been perfect, despite so few players getting game time over the early part of 2024.
Eels slump to another loss as Mam stars for Broncos
Parramatta have again felt the absence of Mitch Moses, beaten 30-14 by Brisbane as they slumped to a fifth loss in six games without their star halfback.
Storm rookie No.1 Sua thrives on Slater’s magic dust
Melbourne young gun Sua Fa'alogo is set for an extended stint at fullback and club legend Billy Slater has been integral to his development.
Blaize of glory: teen Talagi shows his NRL promise
Parramatta teenager Blaize Talagi has shown why there could be interest for him on the open market, after several good moments for Parramatta at fullback.
Hynes injury adds to NSW’s horror weekend
NSW coach Michael Maguire is facing the prospect of starting the State of Origin series without Nathan Cleary, Tom Trbojevic and possibly Nicho Hynes.
Cleary’s injury leaves Luai in for game-managing test
Star Penrith halfback Nathan Cleary's latest hamstring injury leaves Jarome Luai in for a test across the coming weeks.
Fifita deal casts doubt over keeping Crichton: Robinson
The Sydney Roosters have pulled off a huge coup in signing David Fifita, but Trent Robinson says the deal has left Angus Crichton's future at the club in doubt.
‘Ticks every box’: Why Perth deserves an NRL team
Peter Cumins, chairman of a Perth consortium for a new NRL side, has explained why the time is ripe for a new franchise in Western Australia.
Titans have cash to splash, Fifita backed to fire
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler expects David Fifita's decision to leave the club next year to have no impact on his form as the Titans prepare to go to market.
Rogers to exit for Madden despite slick Broncos display
Rookie half Josh Rogers had a strong game in the win over Parramatta but coach Kevin Walters says Jock Madden will slot in next week against Manly if fit.
Bradman brings his Best in Knights’ injury-soured win
The Newcastle Knights have held on to defeat a patchy Wests Tigers 20-14 in their final game in Tamworth, with both sides left ruing a heavy injury toll.
Dragons spoil Latrell Mitchell’s South Sydney return
St George Illawarra have put a dampener on Latrell Mitchell's return from suspension by handing South Sydney a 28-14 loss at rainy Jubilee Oval.
Sharks cement top spot with rare NRL win in Melbourne
Cronulla have cracked a rare win over the Storm, roaring home to secure a 25-18 victory over Melbourne in their top-of-the-table clash.
Sharks stars deserve Origin selection says coach
Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says his players wouldn't let NSW down if they got an Origin call-up, naming his skipper Cam McInnes as deserving of selection.
Skipper Hunt: Dragons must stop switching off in games
St George Illawarra have had a "patchy" start to 2024 but have nevertheless won as many games through 10 rounds this year as they did in the entire 2023 season.
Staggs ready for Origin shot as Cleary adds to NSW woes
A "matured" Kotoni Staggs says he is ready to step up and be NSW's answer in the centres, after a horror weekend for Blues coach Michael Maguire.
Setbacks drove Teitzel to Maroons pinnacle in Origin
Queensland and Brisbane second-rower Romy Teitzel realised her Maroons dream after a tough season at Newcastle, saying she emerged a better person and player.
Storm skipper Grant fined after shock sin-bin
Storm skipper Harry Grant has been fined $1000 after his controversial sin-bin for making contact with Cronulla kicker Daniel Atkinson during Melbourne's loss.
Perth NRL bid open to Bears liaison, rather go alone
The consortium hoping to get a Perth franchise into an expanded NRL wants a stand-alone side but have left the door open for a North Sydney or Newtown link.