Panthers lose To’o as Souths’ injury crisis gets worse
Dylan Edwards helped Penrith to a sixth consecutive win in Parramatta but all eyes were on superstar winger Brian To'o as he left the field with a knee problem.
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Brailey stars as Sharks score vital win over Roosters
Cronulla have taken a massive leap towards a fourth straight finals series, finishing strongly to beat fellow contenders the Sydney Roosters.
PNG NRL director stands down over corruption claims
Corruption allegations have been levelled against a businessman who helped secure $600 million in backing from the Australian government for PNG's new NRL team.
Burton to lighten load on first-time halfback Galvin
Cameron Ciraldo expects Matt Burton to help Lachlan Galvin make a smooth transition to the halfback role at Canterbury this week.
Eels keep door open for out-of-favour Brown
Dylan Brown's immediate future at Parramatta looks uncertain, but coach Jason Ryles insists it's not all over for the Newcastle-bound five-eighth.
Data shows real impact of Trbojevic’s centre move
Tom Trbojevic's shift to right centre has done wonders for Manly's left edge, but a real litmus test now looms for the Sea Eagles and the attacking switch.
‘A matter of time’: NRL great’s plea amid health battle
NRL legend Royce Simmons has issued a call to arms as he prepares to embark on his fourth annual "Big Walk" to raise money for dementia research.
Dolphins back in NRL eight after blitzing Cowboys
The Dolphins put North Queensland to the sword 43-24 with a brilliant attacking display inspired by five-eighth Jake Averillo.
‘Of course’ Sandon Smith still part of Roosters’ plans
Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has explained his decision to preference off-contract veteran Chad Townsend for an NRL recall over Sandon Smith.
Mitchell injury adds to ‘pressure’ on Souths coach
Wayne Bennett says the pressure on South Sydney is nothing he hasn't seen before in 40 years as coach, and an injury to Latrell Mitchell has just added to it .
Newcastle No.1 insists he’s committed to Knights
Kalyn Ponga has affirmed his commitment to Newcastle amid speculation the gun fullback could be lured to rugby union.
Coach explains reason Dogs dropped Sexton for Galvin
Coach Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury aren't a side who want to sit still, while outlining why he pulled the trigger on Lachlan Galvin in the halves.
Trbojevic centre stage ahead of make-or-break month
Manly have made a big call in their backline ahead of a month of games including clashes against the top three teams on the NRL ladder.
Farnworth extension ‘a priority’ for injured Dolphins
The Dolphins intend to keep star centre Herbie Farnworth long term as coach Kristian Woolf backs his team without 10 injured guns against North Queensland.
‘Nothing sinister’: Kerr to fight NRL’s $10,000 fine
Queensland and Dolphins prop Josh Kerr will respond to a breach notice from the NRL which includes a $10,000 fine.
‘You’ve got me’: NRL great busted for drink driving
An NRL great has been fined and had his license disqualified for almost a year after being busted driving almost four times over the blood alcohol limit.
Newcastle Knights players unaware of key duo departing
While rumours are buzzing about coach Adam O'Brien being sacked and skipper Kalyn Ponga switching codes, Newcastle players say they haven't been told anything.
Dogs make Galvin call, as Eels drop star player
Canterbury have pulled the trigger on their first-choice halves pairing, while several other clubs have made big calls ahead of the run into the finals.
Storm watch on Munster as star ruled out of Manly duel
Melbourne's Ryan Papenhuyzen will miss a third straight match with a calf issue while Cameron Munster is still to return to the club after his father's death.
‘It’s not nice’: star Titan backs under siege coach
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler is in the firing line but back-rower Beau Fermor insists he does not deserve to be sacked.
Prop’s rise from scaffolder to Dolphins via Amsterdam
Dolphins prop Aublix Tawha had given up on his NRL dream before a stint in Dutch rugby and a highlights clip of him playing for Yass changed his life.
Boom or bust: Hynes says critics aren’t right on halves
Nicho Hynes has revealed his sympathy for Nathan Cleary after State of Origin III, claiming NRL halves have become victims of tall-poppy syndrome.
Mark my words: Suaalii tips Roosters star to reach top
Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii insists former Wallaby Mark Nawaqanitawase will become a dual international and help the Sydney Roosters win the NRL premiership.
Farnworth wants to be Lion king for Dolphins
England and Dolphins centre Herbie Farnworth could have pursued a rugby union career but now he'll provide a tasty entree to the rugby union Test in Brisbane.
‘Selfless’: why NRL star played hours after funeral
Cronulla prop Addin Fonua-Blake has explained his decision to face the Dolphins only hours after attending his grandfather's funeral.
How Souths signing helped nurse Walker back to health
Sam Walker says South Sydney's mid-season signing Brandon Smith helped him through the toughest injury of his NRL career to date.
NRLW rookie cops suspension for spear tackle on debut
Brisbane NRLW debutant Reegan Hicks faces a two-game ban after being charged with a dangerous throw on Gold Coast's Sienna Lofipo.
Panthers’ fifth-straight victory comes at a cost
Izack Tago is set to miss Penrith's next match after being cited by the match review committee for a dangerous tackle.
Daley takes ‘full accountability’ for NSW’s series loss
Coach Laurie Daley says he must shoulder the blame for NSW's State of Origin series loss as he ponders what went wrong for the Blues in game three.
Whiz kid Walsh flips Broncos season on its head
The return of Reece Walsh from injury has coincided with Brisbane moving from 11th to fifth on the NRL ladder
‘Titans future strong’: Hasler defiant after loss
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler has hit back at doomsday reports about his coaching future and insists he can take the club towards a bright future.