How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton
Angus Crichton was made to fight for his future at the Sydney Roosters more than once during his eight-year stint. Another premiership now awaits as the reward.
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‘Good sign’: Walters gives Walker a World Cup boost
Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker is 80 minutes away from a debut Kangaroos jersey but Mitchell Moses will also have a say in who wears the No.7 at the World Cup.
‘Special’: Tabuai-Fidow makes World Cup allegiance call
Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow was inspired by the decision of Payne Haas to play for Samoa last year and intends to do the same at the World Cup.
Why Roosters star answered England call for RLWC
While brother Ethan holds out hope for a Kangaroos debut, Sydney Roosters star Jasmin Strange will link up with England for the Rugby League World Cup.
Why Knights loved sight of McEwen goading Penrith alpha
Jermaine McEwen earned the admiration of his Newcastle teammates for hunting down Penrith tough man Moses Leota.
Klein snubbed for grand final day as Gee takes whistle
The NRL grand final will be an Ashley Klein-free zone after the match officials for the clash between Sydney Roosters and Newcastle were announced.
Crossland banned four games for Cleary tackle
Newcastle's Phoenix Crossland will miss the NRL grand final and most of the World Cup after receiving a four-match ban for his hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary.
‘Took it personal’: Ali set for last rumble in jungle
Brisbane veteran Ali Brigginshaw has put herself in the frame to join an exclusive Brisbane club to have won five premierships.
Nothing but respect: Cleary defends embattled Knight
Nathan Cleary has taken the extraordinary step of defending Phoenix Crossland on social media over the hip-drop tackle that ruined the Penrith star's season.
NRL tease 11-minute act with GF entertainment back on
The NRL's move away from pre-match entertainment for the grand final has been short-lived, with Peter V'landys plugging a mystery 11-minute act.
Luai to be face of Pepsi while Coke sponsors the Chiefs
Jarome Luai will balance being Pepsi's brand ambassador in Papua New Guinea with Coca-Cola giving the Chiefs the most lucrative sleeve sponsorship in the NRL.
Fairytale finish set up for Smith against Roosters
One year on from being squeezed out of the Sydney Roosters by Daly Cherry-Evans' arrival, Sandon Smith can now win a premiership against his old club.
Major trains boost for Knights’ historic grand final
Diehard Newcastle fans should be spared travel carnage for Sunday's NRL grand final, after planned trackworks to connecting train lines were halted.
‘Good spirits’: Roosters players back Watson for GF
The grand final-bound Sydney Roosters are expected to launch a bid to free Connor Watson from concussion protocols, with teammates attesting to his recovery.
Unlikely winner from Knight’s ban for Cleary tackle
Harrison Graham is set to be the big beneficiary from the grand final suspension that awaits Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland.
Roosters utility’s long road to NRLW decider, World Cup
Fiji international Taina Naividi has endured two ACL tears and the death of her father en route to what she hopes will be an elusive NRLW premiership.
‘Big rivalry’: two NRLW powerhouses revive rich history
Brisbane and Sydney Roosters will clash in their fourth NRLW grand final showdown against each other, with the Broncos yet to lose to the women from Bondi.
Cleary may win Dally M from hospital bed after surgery
Nathan Cleary has had emergency surgery on his horror ankle injury, which could deny him the ability to accept the NRL's biggest individual award in person.
Special night for Knights fans who will 12 men to glory
Devoted Newcastle fans braved severe transport delays as they fuelled their team to their first grand final appearance in 25 years.
Knights rise from last to GF with Penrith scalp
Twelve months ago, Newcastle finished with a wooden spoon. Now they are just 80 minutes from a potential premiership.
Cleary details revealed as Penrith machine malfunctions
Penrith have outlined the details of their casualty ward, with Nathan Cleary requiring surgery on both feet and two others badly hurt in the loss to Newcastle.
First hip-drop send-off set to bring grand final ban
Newcastle hooker Phoenix Crossland became the game's first player to be sent off for a hip-drop tackle and he looks set to pay a high price.
Brisbane through to their fifth NRLW grand final
Brisbane will get the chance to send retiring club legend Ali Brigginshaw out a winner in the grand final after they overpowered Gold Coast 20-8 at Robina.
Knights take fairytale ride all the way to NRL decider
Newcastle have beaten Penrith 22-14 to book a spot in the NRL grand final against Sydney Roosters.
Walker unpacks miracle return, contract talks and more
Sam Walker has revealed the details of the 24/7 recovery operation that got him back in record time from injury to fire Sydney Roosters into the grand final.
Third time lucky: Collins’ long trek to overdue decider
Lindsay Collins is keen to make an impact in his first NRL decider after being the unlucky omission following the Roosters' last two preliminary final wins.
Frizell’s long wait sums up Knights’ finals desire
Tyson Frizell is the only member of the NRL's 300-game club not to play in a grand-final qualifier. The Newcastle veteran doesn't plan to waste this one.
Premiership redemption on menu for Kernick’s Roosters
Former Dally M winner Olivia Kernick is up front about what the major motivation for the Roosters is as they home in on NRLW Premiership glory.
Roosters into NRLW grand final but Raiders left fuming
The Canberra Raiders believe a no-try ruling changed the momentum of their NRLW preliminary final and handed victory to the Sydney Roosters.
Titans star targets 2032 Olympics as a mum
Gold Coast No.6 and Australia sevens rugby star Teagan Levi has a special goal for the 2032 Olympic Games but she wants an NRLW title first and foremost.
How Penrith’s awful night could come full circle
It was against Newcastle last year that Penrith realised their dynasty was showing signs of cracking. And they still haven't forgotten it 16 months on..