Coach Cleary admits Panthers’ desire can be questioned
Coach Ivan Cleary has admitted questions can be asked over whether Penrith have the will to push for another NRL premiership, after back-to-back losses.
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Ciraldo tells Bulldogs to embrace the NRL hype train
Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo wants his team to thrive off the focus on them ahead of the finals, with a record crowd expected for a 6pm game against Manly.
Broncos’ Sailor eyes Staggs night out in Dolphins derby
Fullback Tristan Sailor is at the end of his Brisbane career but wants to finish the Dolphins' NRL finals hopes at what teammate Kotoni Staggs calls "our home".
Dolphins injury crisis strikes ahead of Broncos derby
Three key Dolphins players are in doubt for the NRL derby clash with Brisbane as a finals berth goes on the line at Suncorp Stadium.
Sharks owe Hynes for ‘taking bullets’, says captain
Cronulla captain Cameron McInnes says the Sharks owe Nicho Hynes their support as he closes in on a return from his ankle injury.
Waerea-Hargreaves knows he let Roosters down: Tedesco
Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has taken an early guilty plea for his latest high tackle, all but guaranteeing he will play for the Sydney Roosters at least once more.
Trbojevic felt sacrifice was right after injury pain
Tom Trbojevic has revealed his most recent hamstring injury hit him harder than previous ones, prompting his offer of a salary sacrifice at Manly.
I’ve made poor decisions, admits Latrell Mitchell
NRL superstar Latrell Mitchell has released his first comments about the white-powder scandal that landed him before the South Sydney board.
How Savage love salvaged Raiders flyer’s NRL career
Canberra Raiders winger Xavier Savage is enjoying his most successful NRL season yet, but he almost found himself without a club before Christmas.
Storm rest 11 on run to finals, name three debutants
NRL minor premiers Melbourne have rested a host of stars for their penultimate game of the regular season.
Titans star AJ Brimson sent for groin surgery
AJ Brimson's frustrating year at the Gold Coast has come to an end with the Queensland representative to have groin surgery on an injury that ruined his season.
St Helens sign North Queensland winger Kyle Feldt
English Super League outfit St Helens have announced the signing of North Queensland winger Kyle Feldt for 2025.
Demetriou’s appointment a crucial step in PNG’s NRL bid
Jason Demetriou has been appointed coach of the Kumuls. The boss of Papua New Guinea's NRL bid explains why that is good news for the country's push for a team.
Carrigan wary of Bennett derby factor, Haas trains
Brisbane lock Pat Carrigan is sure Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett will have his side ready to fire in the derby clash as prop Payne Haas eyes an early return.
Panthers insist hunger remains despite Cleary doubts
Ivan Cleary has publicly questioned Penrith's hunger for another NRL premiership after the loss to Canberra, but the Panthers insist the fire is still burning.
Dolphins’ Farnworth peaks for Crichton stoush: Bennett
Wayne Bennett says Herbie Farnworth has hit top form ahead of a pivotal centre battle with Canterbury's Stephen Crichton, the world's best in his position.
Cherry-Evans’ smarts shine through for Manly in big wet
Daly Cherry-Evans has shown every bit of his 324 games of NRL experience to lead Manly to a 24-10 win over the Warriors, edging his side closer to the finals.
Young bags hat-trick as Roosters belt Eels in the wet
The Sydney Roosters have continued their charge to the NRL finals by thrashing Parramatta at a rain-soaked Allianz Stadium.
Roosters haven’t had 80-minute performance yet: Tedesco
The Sydney Roosters have been the NRL's best attacking team this season but James Tedesco sees room for improvement ahead of the finals series.
Stats show Sharks bite in games without key players
Cronulla's knack for impressing without key players is set to serve them well as Nicho Hynes continues to recover from an ankle injury.
Manly receive good news on Garrick, wait on Talau scan
Manly's Reuben Garrick has avoided a ban for a hip-drop tackle, while fellow Sea Eagles centre Tommy Talau is awaiting results of scans on his pectoral muscle.
Luai’s vow as Cleary begins road to recovery
No one knows what the injured Nathan Cleary is going through better than Jarome Luai, who has promised to "do it for Nathan" on the run to finals.
Smarter, fitter Foran’s most remarkable road to 300
Kieran Foran hopes his battle through multiple career-threatening injuries and personal challenges to 300 NRL games can be an inspirational tale for others.
Controversial Allianz Stadium pitch under investigation
An investigation has been launched into the condition of the Allianz Stadium pitch which failed to drain properly during Friday night's NRL match.
Dibb field goal the clincher as Cowboys pip Titans
North Queensland beat Gold Coast 11-10 courtesy of a Kirra Dibb field goal, after Brisbane winger Stacey Wakka scored late in a 28-22 NRLW win over Canberra.
Bulldogs shut out Dolphins in masterful finals audition
Canterbury have kept their top-four hopes alive with a 30-10 win over the Dolphins as Matt Burton took control behind another gritty forwards display.
Holmes hat-trick all but ends ‘spoiled’ Raiders’ season
Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has lashed him team for a "precious, spoiled" 42-4 loss to North Queensland that has left their NRL season on life support.
Tigers a chance of ditching spoon after beating Bunnies
Wests Tigers have set up the potential for a final-round "spoon-bowl" against Parramatta, after beating South Sydney 18-16 to snap a seven-game losing streak.
Kennar’s season-ending ban caps horror week at Souths
South Sydney's horror week is set to be capped by a season-ending suspension for centre Richard Kennar after he was charged following the match review.
Sharks remain undefeated in NRLW with win over Knights
Cronulla are threatening to snatch Newcastle's mantle as the NRLW's front-runners after beating the Knights by two points at Shark Park.
Dragons edge closer to finals after sinking the Titans
St George Illawarra's NRL finals hopes have taken a great leap forward with a 32-16 win over Gold Coast, virtually ending the Titans' chances in the process.