Blues make call on Haas after crucial quad scans
Payne Haas has undergone scans on his sore left quad, with the results shaping as crucial for NSW's State of Origin hopes.
Payne Haas has undergone scans on his sore left quad, with the results shaping as crucial for NSW's State of Origin hopes.
Queensland coach Billy Slater has put his faith in new blood, with Robert Toia, Beau Fermor and Trent Loiero to feature in the State of Origin cauldron.
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been loyal to his underperforming side but now it's time to decide whether forwards Ben Te Kura and Blake Mozer get promoted.
Jarome Luai has refused to suggest he was hard done by in being dropped from NSW's State of Origin side for game one, conceding he must 'own' his form in 2025.
South Sydney have returned to the NRL's top eight with a 22-12 win over Wests Tigers, with their form under Wayne Bennett defying the club's casualty ward.
Rock-solid defence and a brilliant attacking display from fullback Kaeo Weekes helped the Raiders to a 40-24 blitz of the hapless Titans.
Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor will debut for Queensland after winger Murray Taulagi (calf) was ruled out of Origin I and Selwyn Cobbo (wrist) also went down.
Payne Haas is set to undergo a vital scan that will decide if he plays in State of Origin I while Mitch Moses and Dylan Edwards have won selection in key roles.
St George Illawarra have beaten Brisbane 30-26 in an incredible comeback win, with Clint Gutherson shining and Ezra Mam outstanding on his NRL return.
Jacob Kiraz is highly unlikely to play State of Origin this year after his calf issue, but the injury also represents a major hurdle for high-flying Canterbury.
Warriors co-captain James Fisher-Harris is facing a one-match suspension for a high tackle, Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen fared better.
Craig Fitzgibbon has lauded Cronulla's 31-26 win over Melbourne as among the best in his time at the club after the Sharks prevailed with two men on the bench.
NSW skipper Jake Trbojevic is set to miss the series opener after the Manly forward was knocked out as the Sea Eagles posted a 24-6 win over North Queensland.
The Warriors have held on to beat the fast-finishing Dolphins 16-12 in a match laced with controversy and an injury to Queensland hopeful Tom Gilbert.
Former Brisbane coach Kevin Walters wants to continue coaching in the NRL and has outlined his interest in helming the Perth Bears in 2027.
Gold Coast boss Steve Mitchell has launched an impassioned defence of his club, while making a clear statement on coach Des Hasler's future at the Titans.
Campbelltown's council will ask Wests Tigers to make a long-term play and commit more game to its stadium even if $50 million in upgrades aren't secured.
Brisbane playmaker Ezra Mam will play his first NRL game of the year after coach Michael Maguire backed him to turn his life and career around.
Leeds have come back from 12 points down to beat Hull FC, handing Brad Arthur victory over Australian coaching rival John Cartwright.
Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has played his last game for the club and will be released to continue his NRL career elsewhere.
Zac Lomax admits it would sting to miss selection for NSW, while coach Laurie Daley has been left with fresh headaches after a chaotic day in the NRL.
Mark Nawaqanitawase's four-pointer against Canterbury was an instant classic, and the Sydney Roosters want more to follow in his footsteps with fearless play.
Canterbury have proved they are among the NRL's comeback kings, after Mark Nawaqanitawase's must-see try counted for little in the Sydney Roosters' 24-20 loss.
Parramatta have put Newcastle to the sword, with Zac Lomax starring on return from injury and Dylan Brown in form against the side he will join next year.
Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has backtracked after endorsing an Instagram video that was heavily critical of coach Michael Maguire.
Anthony Seibold knows Manly have to be on their guard as they look to bring down a North Queensland side boasting teen freak Jaxon Purdue in the halves.
Melbourne have lacked their usual bite at Shark Park with coach Craig Bellamy dismissing the rivalry between his side and Cronulla ahead of their clash.
Rather than ignoring last week's failure, Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall wants his team to use the pain from the 64-0 loss to the Storm as reason for change.
There is one key aspect of Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster's combination that Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall seek at Cronulla, but it won't come quick.
Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa has taken his game to levels modern greats say is "incredible', but it's what he does for his teammates that is his trademark.
Payne Haas agrees Brisbane's forwards can learn a key lesson from the 1992-93 premiership winners but insists the pack is more than a two-man band..