Dropped DCE has little to prove, but data says Manly do
Manly's Jekyll-and-Hyde status is rammed home by their away form against low-ranked teams since August 2024. They must overturn the trend on the Gold Coast.
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Luai answers Blues’ SOS call for State of Origin II
Jarome Luai has arrived in NSW's State of Origin camp only hours after an injury struck down one of the team's most crucial players.
Dolphins prosper through dire times thanks to Woolf man
Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has been hailed as the glue that kept the side's NRL campaign on track after a winless first month and injuries to key men.
‘It’s personal’: Maroons enforcer will rip into Haas
Queensland prop Tino Fa'asuamaleaui has vowed to fire up and ensure the battle up front with Payne Haas is won as he targets a form reversal in Perth.
Rampaging Rabbitoh realistic about Origin selection
South Sydney forward Keaon Koloamatangi is in barnstorming form in clubland, but knows breaking into the dominant Blues forward pack is easier said than done.
How Galvin won Bulldogs players over in private meeting
Canterbury skipper Stephen Crichton has revealed how Bulldogs players held a private meeting with Lachlan Galvin after his fallout with Wests Tigers.
Angus Crichton calls out Maroons’ team-list mind games
NSW second-rower Angus Crichton has vowed to make Tom Dearden's first match in the Queensland No.7 jersey a nightmare, while accusing the Maroons of mind games.
Kiraz called in as Blues star sidelined from training
NSW winger Brian To'o has been sidelined from training in the lead-up to State of Origin II after reporting hamstring soreness.
Maroons star’s damning stat that NSW ‘don’t care about’
Recalled Queensland veteran Kurt Capewell has missed 75 tackles in the NRL this year, more than any other player, but he explained why he is not concerned.
Origin star stops ‘creepy’ NRL teammate groping woman
Ex-NRL Brisbane player Teui "TC" Robati has been acquitted of two rape charges but admitted a sexual assault while on a night out with his then-teammates.
‘I won’t flinch’ – Sharks coach seeks derby turnaround
Coming off two heavy losses, Cronulla coach Craig Fitzgibbon says he's learning from the past to help the Sharks return to their consistent best.
Nose full of turmeric put tough Mann on Maroons path
Queensland utility Kurt Mann will become the Maroons' second oldest debutant, and his legendary toughness has its roots in a broken nose he once played with.
Utoikamanu moves to make Origin mark after 2023 tease
Stefano Utoikamanu has spent two years thinking about the fact he was teased by 12 minutes of State of Origin. A move to Melbourne helped earn a second shot.
Two more Dolphins stars ruled out for season
The Dolphins have lost key forwards Tom Gilbert and Daniel Saifiti for the rest of the season and are set to be without their four best forwards for 2025.
Why Dearden will turn to Cherry-Evans for Maroons tips
New Queensland halfback Tom Dearden is ready for the pressure of leading Queensland in Origin II in Perth, and will take notes from the man he's replacing.
Knights confirm playmaker’s long-awaited NRL return
Newcastle have turned to Jackson Hastings for their NRL clash against the Sydney Roosters, who have a playmaker of their own back from injury.
Raiders lose star winger for up to three months
Canberra have been dealt a seismic blow with winger Savelio Tamale to miss at least 10 weeks, potentially opening the door for Jed Stuart to make his NRL debut.
Haas opens up on Broncos future, ‘weird’ Origin opener
Payne Haas has addressed his future at Brisbane as the superstar prop weighs up what will arguably be the biggest contract decision of his career.
Mayday, Mayday: Wests Tigers answer Taylan’s call
Taylan May has turned down South Sydney and opted to make his NRL return at Wests Tigers, after signing a train-and-trial deal with the club.
Daley wary of Alfie Langer-like threat from Dearden
Laurie Daley has compared Tom Dearden to Maroons great Alfie Langer, adamant NSW must be on guard for the Queensland No.7's running game in State of Origin II.
NRL ‘just making up charges’ with Eels ref push: Moses
Parramatta captain Mitch Moses has slammed the NRL's decision to ban Dylan Brown for pushing a match official in the loss to Canterbury.
Larrikin to leader: Munster to captain Maroons in Perth
Melbourne Storm five-eighth Cameron Munster will be the next Queensland skipper, replacing Daly Cherry-Evans for the second State of Origin clash against NSW.
New Bulldog relieved at first-up Canterbury reception
Lachlan Galvin is desperate to put his Wests Tigers exit in the past, ready to start in Canterbury's halves against South Sydney if picked by Cameron Ciraldo.
Eels star facing ban after knocking over NRL referee
Parramatta are set to be without one of their biggest names for the round-16 clash with Gold Coast, after a charge for contrary conduct on a referee.
Dogs show they see Galvin as half after joyous arrival
Lachlan Galvin's much-publicised Canterbury arrival has ended with him scoring a try while playing halfback for the last 23 minutes of a win over Parramatta.
Sorensen’s tackle could be season-defining: Panthers
Penrith teammates are taking inspiration from a crucial effort play by Scott Soernsen as they battle to revive their title defence.
Plath knee injury takes Dolphins’ pain to the max
The Dolphins are facing another forward shortage crisis after Max Plath suffered a suspected ACL injury against St George Illawarra.
‘Really? Wow’ – Blues’ surprise at Cherry-Evans axing
Former NSW coach Ricky Stuart took a subtle dig at Queensland selectors over the decision to axe skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.
‘He’ll be ready’: Walsh still in Slater’s Maroons plans
Brisbane star Reece Walsh is breathing down Kalyn Ponga's neck for a Queensland recall this series at fullback and coach Billy Slater welcomes the competition.
Utoikamanu in as Cleary warns NSW halves set to explode
While Queensland are undergoing monumental changes in their halves, Nathan Cleary believes his combination with Mitch Moses will only grow better for NSW.
Have you watched him? Maroons defend Mam’s selection
Billy Slater says people are entitled to opinions on Ezra Mam's State of Origin call up, but says he is worth picking three games back from a drug-driving ban..