Edict fires two NRL greats into frame for Kangaroos job
The NRL has revealed its policy for hiring the next Kangaroos coach, which will prevent several of the game's biggest names from applying for the position.
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Dad leaves door open for Cleary rugby switch
As speculation swirls about Nathan Cleary's future, his dad and Penrith coach remains unsure what the superstar's movements will be beyond his current NRL deal.
‘Special’ Hughes performance headlines Cowboys thumping
Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has outshone North Queensland No.7 Tom Dearden, scoring two tries as the hosts notched a dominant win in Melbourne.
Dolphins destroy Dragons in record-breaking victory
The Dolphins have scored the most points in their history to blitz St George Illawarra and move to seventh on the table after another Isaiya Katoa barnstormer.
‘Not acceptable’: Flanagan lashes Dragons after shocker
St George Illawarra's collapse to lose 56-6 to the Dolphins after being competitive in all but one match this season had coach Shane Flanagan lost for answers.
Payten declares Maroons must pick star to win Origin
If he was selecting the Queensland Origin side, North Queensland coach Todd Payten says he would pick Tom Dearden at halfback ahead of Daly Cherry-Evans.
Tiger’s name the only way to explain Origin snub: Benji
Benji Marshall has claimed Terrell May's name and reputation has counted against the prop in his bid for State of Origin honours.
Raiders eye winning send-off for record-breaker Papalii
Josh Papalii will break Canberra's appearance record on Sunday, but supporters hope there are more memories to be made in his final season in lime green.
Maroons guns of past help Dolphins spine shine: Katoa
Dolphins half Isaiaya Katoa reveals how watching video clips of a famous former champion Queensland quartet is helping the current spine find their mojo.
Warriors slaughter Sharks as NRL’s top four break away
Cronulla have been thrashed by the Warriors, who claimed a 40-10 win to entrench themselves in the NRL top four.
Broncos blackout of Titans gives Reynolds a great 300th
Brisbane relieved pressure on coach Michael Maguire with a 44-14 win over Gold Coast, their first victory since April in Adam Reynolds' 300th game.
‘No excuse for it’: Hasler fumes over new Titans low
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler has launched into his players after a diabolical first half in the 44-14 loss to Brisbane.
Mal’s Mission: How Meninga plans to poke the Bears
NRL Immortal Mal Meninga says it is a 'great privilege and responsibility' to be appointed head coach of the Perth Bears.
‘No-excuse’ mantra driving Warriors’ record year in Oz
The Warriors are on track for their best ever season in Australia, having already won more games in the country than in most years in the club's history.
Broncos star axed as Walsh gives Maguire new hope
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire says the axing of Selwyn Cobbo is all about "standards" while the return of fullback Reece Walsh has come at just the right time.
‘You’re accepted, you’re loved’: Galvin a hit at Dogs
Lachlan Galvin's Canterbury teammates have made a special effort to welcome the high-profile mid-season signing into the fold.
Knights coach sorry for criticising frustrated fans
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien has apologised for saying the home fans who booed the Knights do not understand rugby league.
‘Without a doubt’: Dragon tipped to bounce back to NRL
Tyrell Sloan has been axed from St George Illawarra's first-grade side for round 14, but coach Shane Flanagan is expecting the winger to bounce back.
Star duo return for Dolphins, but Stone ruled out
The return of key forwards Jeremy Marshall-King and Max Plath gives the Dolphins more ammunition to fire at St George Illawarra on their climb up the ladder.
Bears’ huge task revealed as coach announcement looms
The Perth Bears have a mighty task to become competitive from the outset as history shows how expansion clubs typically struggle in their early seasons.
NRL hands bans, $35k in fines to player agents
Two NRL player agents, who between them manage such household names as Josh Addo-Carr and Benji Marshall, have received bans and fines from the league.
O’Brien hits out at booing Knights fans before comeback
Newcastle have come back to beat Manly 26-22 after fans vented their frustration at the Knights following another scoreless half at McDonald Jones Stadium.
Cherry-Evans doesn’t know if he’ll be Queensland No.7
Manly have lost 26-22 in Daly Cherry-Evans' last match before selection for State of Origin II, with the Queensland half unsure if he will keep his spot.
Contract talks for Manly lock after fractured rib pain
Manly have opened talks with two more off-contract forwards, with one revealing he has played through the past month needing injections on a fractured rib.
Ex-Tigers teammate sorry for Galvin social media jab
Sunia Turuva says he should have been the "bigger person" rather than swipe at Lachlan Galvin on social media amid the teenager's exit from Wests Tigers.
New Penrith prodigy being likened to Spencer Leniu
Penrith have a new rising prop many are likening to former Panthers star and current NSW hitman Spencer Leniu.
‘Can’t worry’: Coach knows Knights are under pressure
Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien believes there is time to salvage the Knights' ailing NRL season ahead of the round-14 clash with Manly.
Papalii concedes time is up after 2025 at Canberra
Canberra veteran Josh Papalii will become the Raiders' most-capped player in round 14, but has admitted the 2025 season will likely be his last at the NRL club.
Maguire must find alignment at Brisbane or perish: Ikin
Ben Ikin helped build Brisbane's current roster alongside Kevin Walters, but believes change must come if it is to work for the Broncos under Michael Maguire.
Charlie who? Finance broker readies for Tigers debut
Charlie Murray says helping his Wests Tigers teammates beat Penrith is more important than fixing their books as the finance broker gears up for his NRL debut.
Veteran Storm coach Bellamy makes big coaching call
Veteran coach Craig Bellamy has made his call whether to remain at the helm with Melbourne Storm next season, saying he listened to his players.