Haas opens up on Broncos future, ‘weird’ Origin opener
Payne Haas has addressed his future at Brisbane as the superstar prop weighs up what will arguably be the biggest contract decision of his career.
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Mayday, Mayday: Wests Tigers answer Taylan’s call
Taylan May has turned down South Sydney and opted to make his NRL return at Wests Tigers, after signing a train-and-trial deal with the club.
Daley wary of Alfie Langer-like threat from Dearden
Laurie Daley has compared Tom Dearden to Maroons great Alfie Langer, adamant NSW must be on guard for the Queensland No.7's running game in State of Origin II.
NRL ‘just making up charges’ with Eels ref push: Moses
Parramatta captain Mitch Moses has slammed the NRL's decision to ban Dylan Brown for pushing a match official in the loss to Canterbury.
Larrikin to leader: Munster to captain Maroons in Perth
Melbourne Storm five-eighth Cameron Munster will be the next Queensland skipper, replacing Daly Cherry-Evans for the second State of Origin clash against NSW.
New Bulldog relieved at first-up Canterbury reception
Lachlan Galvin is desperate to put his Wests Tigers exit in the past, ready to start in Canterbury's halves against South Sydney if picked by Cameron Ciraldo.
Eels star facing ban after knocking over NRL referee
Parramatta are set to be without one of their biggest names for the round-16 clash with Gold Coast, after a charge for contrary conduct on a referee.
Dogs show they see Galvin as half after joyous arrival
Lachlan Galvin's much-publicised Canterbury arrival has ended with him scoring a try while playing halfback for the last 23 minutes of a win over Parramatta.
Sorensen’s tackle could be season-defining: Panthers
Penrith teammates are taking inspiration from a crucial effort play by Scott Soernsen as they battle to revive their title defence.
Plath knee injury takes Dolphins’ pain to the max
The Dolphins are facing another forward shortage crisis after Max Plath suffered a suspected ACL injury against St George Illawarra.
‘Really? Wow’ – Blues’ surprise at Cherry-Evans axing
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart took a subtle dig at Queensland selectors over the decision to axe skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.
‘He’ll be ready’: Walsh still in Slater’s Maroons plans
Brisbane star Reece Walsh is breathing down Kalyn Ponga's neck for a Queensland recall this series at fullback and coach Billy Slater welcomes the competition.
Utoikamanu in as Cleary warns NSW halves set to explode
While Queensland are undergoing monumental changes in their halves, Nathan Cleary believes his combination with Mitch Moses will only grow better for NSW.
Have you watched him? Maroons defend Mam’s selection
Billy Slater says people are entitled to opinions on Ezra Mam's State of Origin call up, but says he is worth picking three games back from a drug-driving ban..
‘No scapegoat’: Why Slater axed legend for Major Tom
Queensland coach Billy Slater has revealed why he dropped Daly Cherry-Evans and promoted Tom Dearden to No.7 in the toughest decision of his tenure so far.
Penrith have last laugh at Luai as Tigers slam referees
Penrith have defeated Wests Tigers in Jarome Luai's first game against the club where he won four NRL premierships at five-eighth.
Milestone Papalii double lifts Raiders over Souths
Josh Papalii and Ethan Strange scored two tries apiece as the Raiders moved to the top of the ladder with a 36-12 win over South Sydney in miserable conditions.
Coach Ryles welcomes hype as spurned Eels face Galvin
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury club debut will come against Parramatta, the other NRL team that had pursued the teenage star amid his move from Wests Tigers.
Daley has shot at rare long-term NSW Origin stability
NSW are set to head to Perth with their fewest debutants for the first two games of a State of Origin series since 1991, with late injuries their only concern.
Cherry-Evans dropped in one of two Maroons changes
Queensland coach Billy Slater has left leave Daly Cherry-Evans out of the Maroons' side for State of Origin II, while also recalling Kurt Capewell.
Walsh sends Slater a message after star Broncos return
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has returned with a bang from a knee injury and still wants to play a part in this year's State of Origin series for Queensland.
‘No excuse for it’: Hasler fumes over new Titans low
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler has launched into his players after a diabolical first half in the 44-14 loss to Brisbane.
Broncos blackout of Titans gives Reynolds a great 300th
Brisbane relieved pressure on coach Michael Maguire with a 44-14 win over Gold Coast, their first victory since April in Adam Reynolds' 300th game.
Warriors slaughter Sharks as NRL’s top four break away
Cronulla have been thrashed by the Warriors, who claimed a 40-10 win to entrench themselves in the NRL top four.
Maroons guns of past help Dolphins spine shine: Katoa
Dolphins half Isaiaya Katoa reveals how watching video clips of a famous former champion Queensland quartet is helping the current spine find their mojo.
Raiders eye winning send-off for record-breaker Papalii
Josh Papalii will break Canberra's appearance record on Sunday, but supporters hope there are more memories to be made in his final season in lime green.
Tiger’s name the only way to explain Origin snub: Benji
Benji Marshall has claimed Terrell May's name and reputation has counted against the prop in his bid for State of Origin honours.
Payten declares Maroons must pick star to win Origin
If he was selecting the Queensland Origin side, North Queensland coach Todd Payten says he would pick Tom Dearden at halfback ahead of Daly Cherry-Evans.
‘Not acceptable’: Flanagan lashes Dragons after shocker
St George Illawarra's collapse to lose 56-6 to the Dolphins after being competitive in all but one match this season had coach Shane Flanagan lost for answers.
Dolphins destroy Dragons in record-breaking victory
The Dolphins have scored the most points in their history to blitz St George Illawarra and move to seventh on the table after another Isaiya Katoa barnstormer.
‘Special’ Hughes performance headlines Cowboys thumping
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has outshone North Queensland No.7 Tom Dearden, scoring two tries as the hosts notched a dominant win in Melbourne.