NRL to consider Perth Bears-Western Force player swap
Incoming NRL outfit Perth Bears and rugby union side Western Force could enter into a radical player-share agreement suggested by billionaire Andrew Forrest.
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‘Unfair’ ban prompts call for NRL charge system review
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo suggests the NRL match review charge system needs tweaking in the wake of Jacob Preston's 4-week ban for a grade-one offence.
Keeley Davis moves on from Origin eye-gouge saga
Keeley Davis has put the women's State of Origin eye-gouging saga behind her as NSW looks to close out a series victory in Sydney.
Maguire wants Mam to prove he’s up for Broncos badge
Broncos coach Michael Maguire has made clear Ezra Mam must prove his form playing Queensland Cup, before winning his way back into Brisbane's NRL team.
Blow for footy legend over drunken assault claims
NRL and rugby legend Wendell Sailor faces a lengthy wait to fight allegations he assaulted two men in an alcohol-fuelled altercation outside a pub.
Perth Bears roar into NRL, bound for early success
NRL CEO Andrew Abdo says he wants the Perth Bears to have largely local players long-term, but says the North Sydney link will set them up for success in 2027.
Titans ace Brimson makes rugby league Ashes switch
AJ Brimson has had his request to switch his rugby league allegiance from Australia to England accepted -- and could now face the Kangaroos in the Ashes.
‘The heat is on’ but Hasler remains cool under pressure
Des Hasler is adamant that David Fifita is part of Gold Coast's future, while maintaining he can help coach the club out of their poor start to 2025.
Maroons resist selection shake-up for women’s Origin II
Queensland will not make wholesale changes to the side that lost game one of the women's Origin series, with forward Chelsea Lenarduzzi the only new face.
Storm star sees Perth’s lure as race for talent begins
Melbourne superstar Ryan Papenhuyzen believes Perth will be an attractive option for NRL players contemplating a change of clubs.
Penrith look to play smarter to revive flagging season
Penrith players have refused to buy into the notion they are "back" after the flogging of Brisbane, but are beginning to feel a familiarity in their game again.
Moses or Luai: five-eighth speculation remains for NSW
Sticking with a recognised No.6 or picking a halfback who has lit up the NRL since his return is just one of the burning questions for NSW before Origin.
WA signs $65m deal to create new NRL franchise
The NRL is officially expanding to Western Australia after the state government signed off on a $65.6 million deal to create the league's 18th team.
Staggs credits soulmate on cusp of new Broncos deal
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs has opened up on his new deal, a possible State of Origin recall and how his partner helped save him from oblivion.
Papenhuyzen says Bellamy still punchy over NRL loss
Melbourne fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen says his team have learnt lessons after reacting to some Canberra niggle, which contributed to their late Magic Round loss.
New wound for Dolphins as rake JMK set to miss weeks
Dolphins hooker Jeremy Marshall-King's reinjured leg gash is worse than first thought, but his replacement Kurt Donoghoe has the full faith of his coach.
‘I won’t walk out on Titans’: Tino’s solemn promise
Titans captain Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, ahead of his 100th match, says he will stick out his 10-year deal, as Moeaki Fotuaika talks Origin hopes.
Hayne finally set to make return after hamstring issues
Jarryd Hayne is set to play his first rugby league game since September 2018, after being named to play for Wentworthville in the third-tier Ron Massey Cup.
Preston’s lawyer hits out as Dogs star banned for four
A dejected Jacob Preston has copped a four-game ban after being found guilty of a crusher tackle, while his lawyer accused the NRL of being rife with diving.
Reynolds insists extension won’t break up Broncos gang
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds takes on his old club South Sydney with no regrets or grudges and determined to play on in 2026 at the Broncos.
Raiders pave way for Horsburgh to face the Bulldogs
Corey Horsbugh could loom as a key inclusion for Canberra in their top-of-the-table clash with Canterbury, despite suffering a head knock at Magic Round.
Young told he can talk to rivals as Roosters exit looms
The Sydney Roosters have told star English winger Dom Young he can talk to rivals, with Newcastle the most likely landing spot for the 23-year-old.
Raiders set to keep hooker Starling on new deal
Canberra are on the verge of re-signing hooker Tom Starling, who will reject interest from elsewhere to stay at the Raiders until the end of 2027.
Fifita to miss after playing with pain-killing jabs
Gold Coast forward David Fifita will see a specialist on an ongoing ankle complaint and not feature this weekend after requiring needles to stoically battle on.
Why Sharks centre Iro wants to be known by new name
Cronulla centre KL Iro has lifted the lid on his decision to change his name after previously being known as Kayal.
Broncos’ Mam to make return in Q Cup for Souths-Logan
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has decided not to play Ezra Mam against South Sydney, the five-eighth to make his rugby league return for Souths-Logan instead.
Bennett curse rubbished as Dolphins face Sydney bogey
Dolphins prop Felise Kaufusi is set to return from injury against Parramatta as the side aim to fix their dire Sydney record and put to bed a coaching curse.
‘Firecracker’ Gilbert endorsed for Maroons return
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert is tipped to complete a remarkable injury comeback and return to the State of Origin arena for the first time in two years..
‘No regrets’: Storm prop ready for former club, roomie
Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu will take on his former club Wests Tigers aiming to make up for discipline lapses that cost his team against Canberra.
‘Idiot not to’: inside Fogarty’s big chat with Stuart
Jamal Fogarty has opened up on informing coach Ricky Stuart he would be leaving Canberra to accept a lucrative contract at Manly for 2026.
Preston to fight lengthy ban as Storm duo avoid charges
Canterbury forward Jacob Preston hopes to reduce his side's suspension woes as he heads to the NRL judiciary on Tuesday to fight a crusher tackle charge.