Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer
It's almost a year since Brisbane's Reece Walsh was suspended for contrary conduct against Gold Coast, but he will be a changed man when he meets them again.
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NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries
Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has backed calls for changes to NRL interchange rules to deal with injuries, with teams struggling to recover from losing backs.
Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett
Wayne Bennett was impressed by the Warriors' decision to drop Addin Fonua-Blake for breaching club standards at Magic Round.
Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga
Gold Coast star David Fifita has addressed his contract saga for the first time since backflipping on plans to join the Sydney Roosters.
Olakau’atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut
Haumole Olakau'atu admits questions over State of Origin selection would have rattled him two years ago, but says he is now mentally ready to debut for NSW.
Souths still see Walker as Origin option for NSW
Cody Walker missed South Sydney's win over Parramatta with a calf injury, but the Rabbitohs still believe he should hold onto his NSW No.6 jersey.
Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders
James Tedesco has cemented his status as a NSW Blues stalwart, leading the Sydney Roosters to a crushing 44-16 win over lacklustre Canberra.
Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes’ Origin hopes
Nicho Hynes' State of Origin hopes are in fresh doubt after he left Cronulla's clash with Penrith with calf tightness on the eve of NSW's team announcement.
Luai in stunning NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks
A superstar showing from Jarome Luai, on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla.
‘100 per cent’: Mitchell up for Origin if he avoids ban
A potential ban over a hip-drop tackle in Souths' win over Parramatta is hovering over Latrell Mitchell, who insists he is available for NSW in State of Origin.
Fifita fires Titans to stunning win over Broncos
Gold Coast and Queensland forward David Fifita starred in a 36-34 win over Brisbane, while Broncos No.1 Reece Walsh shone and Pat Carrigan was put on report.
Luai ready to wear No.7 for NSW amid halves crisis
Jarome Luai has put his hand up to fill the halfback hot spot for NSW in State of Origin, as Blues officials wait on the severity of Nicho Hynes' calf injury.
Tedesco axed as fullback in shock NSW Origin shake up
Dylan Edwards has won the race for the NSW No.1 jersey, with James Tedesco to be a shock axing for the Blues in game one of State of Origin.
Sorensen happy to go middle as Penrith sign Papali’i
Penrith have sealed a three-year deal for Isaiah Papali'i, with Scott Sorensen happy to move to the middle and help replace the outgoing James Fisher-Harris.
Dragons seek consistency against patchy Bulldogs
Following a much-needed bye week, St George Illawarra are refreshed and ready to find some consistency against the equally patchy Bulldogs on Thursday.
Storm won’t risk injured star in clash with Manly
Coach Craig Bellamy says he won't be tempted to rush Jahrome Hughes back from injury to face Manly despite losing fellow Storm star half Cameron Munster.
Blues’ injury crisis deepens as Mitch Moses ruled out
NSW Blues coach Michael Maguire's selection headache has worsened, with Parramatta half Mitch Moses denied a chance to prove his fitness against South Sydney.
Miracle return of Bronco ‘Hulk’ Haas all about science
Brisbane prop Payne Haas has recovered from what appeared to be a serious injury last week to take his place against Gold Coast.
Unfinished business: Wayne seals Souths three-year deal
Current Dolphins coach Wayne Bennett is excited about turning South Sydney around after inking a three-year deal to return to the Rabbitohs from next season.
No option off the table as Eels hunt Arthur replacement
Parramatta chief executive Jim Sarantinos says the club won't act hastily to find their next coach after Wayne Bennett snubbed the Eels to rejoin Souths.
Eels have high hopes of holding on to Blaize Talagi
Chairman Sean McElduff says Parramatta expect Blaize Talagi to commit to the club, despite the teen turning down an option to remain at the Eels.
Fractured rib cruels Staggs ahead of NSW audition
Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is out of the clash with Gold Coast with a rib injury, and his hopes of a NSW recall are in tatters.
Faitala-Mariner’s regret over handling of Dogs’ drama
Former Canterbury captain Raymond Faitala-Mariner has lifted the lid on his exit from the club, admitting he may have been wrong to question Cameron Ciraldo.
Souths stars ‘can’t wait’ for Bennett but must lift now
Wayne Bennett's return to coaching the Rabbitohs can't be an excuse to get complacent, leading players say, as they aim to leave the bottom of the NRL ladder.
Walsh on track for Broncos after double knee knock
Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh was running with the rehab group on Monday and is on course to return from a knee injury against the Gold Coast Titans.
Schoupp leaves Titans to join Manly on two-year deal
Aaron Schoupp will join Manly immediately after struggling for opportunities under new Gold Coast coach Des Hasler.
Annesley backs bunker on Kelly no-try, rebutts Hasler
NRL head of football Graham Annesley supports the bunker's ruling to overturn an on-field decision of try to Gold Coast's Brian Kelly in the loss to Newcastle.
Arthur axed as ‘stalled’ Parramatta search for progress
Parramatta have sacked long-standing coach Brad Arthur after the Eels' underwhelming start to the 2024 NRL season.
Best out of Origin 1 in more injury blues for NSW
NSW's incumbent centre Bradman Best has been ruled out of the State of Origin series opener with injury but the Blues and his club side Newcastle have options.
Best set for scans as NSW, Knights hold their breath
Newcastle football boss Peter Parr says Bradman Best will have scans on an injured hamstring as Kalyn Ponga's rehabilitation is set to go up a notch.
Lockyer backs Madden to guide Broncos without Reynolds
Brisbane legend Darren Lockyer says half Jock Madden's game management and cool head to land a match winning field goal against Manly summed up his class.