Panthers’ Big Fish ‘smashing everyone’ from early days
James Fisher-Harris is set to play his last game for Penrith in the NRL grand final, but his first impressions at Penrith as a hungry teenager are long lasting.
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Raiders star Josh Papalii charged over late-night event
Canberra Raiders forward Josh Papalii will front an ACT court after allegedly smashing glasses and refusing to leave while on a night out.
Storm speedster Coates aiming high against Panthers
Having already tasted the Origin and Test arenas, Storm flyer Xavier Coates is excited to add an NRL grand final - and hopefully premiership - to his resume.
Melbourne ready to face off with monster they created
Melbourne's 2020 premiership is one of the club's greatest achievements after a season living out of home, but it also spawned the force that is Penrith.
Nothing untoward in tackle that injured Cleary: King
Melbourne prop Josh King has addressed the tackle that aggravated Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury as the Storm prepare to face Penrith in the NRL grand final.
Bremner’s eyes off last feat in NRLW farewell party
Sam Bremner will retire as one of Australia's greatest ever women's fullbacks, but her return at the Sydney Roosters has been driven by a premiership desire.
Hot-footed Papenhuyzen a cool head in Storm grand final
Fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says his role is to be a calming influence as the Storm prepare for Sunday's grand final against Penrith.
Klein to referee grand final, NRL grants Cleary’s wish
Ashkley Klein will take charge of his third NRL grand final after being rewarded with officiating duties for the decider between Melbourne and Penrith.
League player assault not linked to brain injury: judge
A former rugby league player who claimed a brain injury from concussions on the field contributed to him physically assaulting a woman has been sentenced.
Blues players understand Maguire’s sudden exit
NSW State of Origin players say they can completely understand Michael Maguire's sudden exit for Brisbane, claiming they always knew he'd return to club land.
‘Toiler’ Eisenhuth in Panthers squad as Sorensen named
Penrith utility Scott Sorensen is backing himself to pass a late fitness test and line up for the Panthers in Sunday's grand final against Melbourne.
Dolphins sign Daniel Saifiti on three-year deal
Former Newcastle prop Daniel Saifiti will join the Dolphins until the end of 2027 and reunite with former Knights assistant coach Kristian Woolf.
Martin surprised by Munster’s claim of Kangaroos rift
Penrith second-rower Liam Martin has admitted his surprise at Cameron Munster's claims the pair didn't get along in a 2022 Kangaroos camp.
Hughes has been the NRL’s best player this year: Cleary
Jahrome Hughes has won high praise from Nathan Cleary as he enters the Dally M awards night as favourite to snare the NRL's most prestigious individual prize.
Liam Henry poised to become Penrith’s new boom-box boss
Prop forward Liam Henry appears in line to take charge of Penrith's famous boom box for the 2025 NRL season.
Cardboard cut-outs: night that ignited Penrith’s rise
Penrith's rise to prominence as one of the NRL's great sides came against Melbourne, in the midst of COVID-19 and in front of 105 spectators at Campbelltown.
Storm’s Warbrick sets his sights on grand-final ‘gold’
He has an Olympic silver medal, but Storm winger Will Warbrick is hoping he doesn't have to settle for second prize in his first NRL grand final.
Josh Curran re-signs with NRL’s Bulldogs
Utility forward Josh Curran will remain with Canterbury until the end of the 2026 season after signing a new one-year deal.
How Melbourne Storm unlocked Loiero’s career-best form
While Storm skipper Harry Grant dates his sister, Trent Loiero is still the family favourite, with the lock earning praise for his break-out NRL season.
Kelly’s hardest days helped her through NRLW pain
Isabelle Kelly has revealed how her desire to play through the pain comes from believing nothing will be as tough as the days after her mother's sudden death.
Jahrome Hughes wins maiden Dally M Medal
Melbourne halfback Jahrome Hughes has claimed the NRL's top individual prize, edging out James Tedesco by one point to win his maiden Dally M Medal.
Ponga admits error over attempted Kangaroos’ withdrawal
Kalyn Ponga has conceded he should have gone about his attempted withdrawal from the Kangaroos selection race differently, but says he is now fit if picked.
Impromptu haka leaves Hughes with a tear after Dally M
Melbourne's Dally M Medal winner Jahrome Hughes has been left emotional by a celebratory haka in his honour, led by Storm teammate Will Warbrick.
How Ivan Cleary’s wife helped bring Garner to Penrith
Second-rower Luke Garner has revealed the unusual path that led him to Penrith, who are chasing a fourth consecutive NRL premiership.
Olivia Kernick gets Dally M reward after Sydney move
Sydney Roosters second-rower Olivia Kernick has capped a tremendous season with her maiden Dally M, reaping the rewards for moving from the Central Coast.
Hughes primed to end 32-year wait for Kiwi halves
Jahrome Hughes is in line to become the first Kiwi halfback to win the Dally M Medal in 32 years, one season after Shaun Johnson cruelly missed out.
Storm to heed Cronk lesson with Cleary shoulder injury
Melbourne stars Harry Grant and Jahrome Hughes says the Storm have learnt better than to target Nathan Cleary's injured shoulder in the NRL grand final.
Penrith take pride in those who have come and gone
Penrith's list of former players during their dynasty sits at 31 players, but somehow the Panthers are still preparing for a fifth-straight NRL grand final.
Wheels in motion as NSWRL meet on Maguire’s contract
The NSW Rugby League board have met to discuss Michael Maguire's contract, as the Blues' State of Origin coach edges towards taking over at Brisbane.
Munster ready for more Martin niggle in NRL grand final
Cameron Munster has revealed he has off-field history with Penrith's Liam Martin, who will try to rattle the Storm star in the NRL grand final.
NRL concede bunker got obstruction call wrong
Graham Annesley has admitted the NRL was wrong to deny Penrith a preliminary-final try against Cronulla, in a bid to clear up confusion on concussions.