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.
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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.
Eels’ ‘future is now’: Ryles defends call to move Brown
Coach Jason Ryles has opened up on the decision to move Newcastle-bound Dylan Brown out of the halves at rebuilding Parramatta.
Walsh magic sinks Titans as Broncos win five in a row
The scrutiny on Gold Coast coach Des Hasler intensified after Brisbane won 26-14 at Robina, with Reece Walsh and Kotoni Staggs playing starring roles.
Warriors break their drought to make fans feel at home
The Warriors finally notched a home NRLW win, but the attention switched to the Gold Coast and the season's first send-off.
Cleary turns Origin heartbreak into Panthers win
Nathan Cleary was devastated by NSW's loss in the State of Origin decider but showed his class by helping Penrith to a fifth consecutive win four days later.
New halves pairing shines to help Warriors tame Tigers
The Warriors' new halves pairing of Tanah Boyd and Chanel Harris-Tavita have starred to lead their team to a 34-14 victory over Wests Tigers.
Sam Walker learns fate after sin-binning on NRL return
Sin-binned in his NRL return from a long injury absence, Sydney Roosters halfback Sam Walker has received some welcome news.
Brave Bulldogs pip gallant Cowboys without Galvin
Canterbury have showcased their traditional resilience to outlast North Queensland with Viliame Kikau and Matt Burton playing key roles in the victory.
Roosters roll as Sharks, Knights enjoy first NRLW wins
The Sydney Roosters remain undefeated, while the Sharks and Knights piled on the tries for their first victories of the NRLW season.
‘Ridiculous’: Sin bin perplexes Walker in NRL comeback
Sam Walker's long-awaited comeback has been sullied by an ugly tackle that landed the Sydney Roosters halfback in the sin bin and could sideline him again.
Hughes ‘hurts’ hosts Newcastle in statement Storm win
A dominant second-half display from reigning Dally M Medallist Jahrome Hughes has inspired Melbourne to a six-tries-to-three win in Newcastle.
Please explain: NRL sanctions Kerr over Klein comments
Queensland extended Origin squad member Josh Kerr has been issued a breach notice by the NRL for comments he made about referee Ashley Klein.