Concussion leaves Penrith with more Origin-round issues
Penrith will be missing their five first-choice back-rowers against Newcastle after an ill-timed concussion ruled another forward out of their Bathurst clash.
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Back three give Blues big advantage over Queensland
Data has shown how much of a boost NSW's back three give the Blues for State of Origin I, with the numbers towering over their Queensland rivals.
Meninga gets key endorsement as Perth Bears coach
Former North Sydney star and current QRL boss Ben Ikin endorses Mal Meninga as coach of Perth Bears expansion club and explains why it makes sense.
Roosters turn to Dom Young amid Origin depth test
Dom Young will play his first NRL game in a month as the Sydney Roosters, Penrith and other clubs brace for the start of the State of Origin period.
Munster ditches Uber Eats, set to dine out on Blues
Queensland's Cameron Munster has changed his lifestyle with the help of a former NSW gun and is ready to dominate Origin after fearing his rep career was over.
Trbojevic brothers moving on from Origin disappointment
The 2025 State of Origin series opener marks NSW's first game without both of Tom and Jake Trbojevic in three years.
Why Cleary and Moses can park ‘egos’ to spark NSW magic
Is there such thing as too many cooks? Nathan Cleary says he and Mitchell Moses will need to park their egos as they look to combine in the halves for NSW.
Gilbert cops latest injury hit, Roosters prop sidelined
Dolphins and Queensland forward Tom Gilbert will miss at least three months in the latest injury blow that will extend his State of Origin hiatus.
DCE reveals why he will play on in 2026
Daly Cherry-Evans has opened up on his future plans and why he won't make a call on which NRL club he joins in 2026 until after the State of Origin series.
How ‘diving on concrete’ shaped latest Maroons rookie
Queensland rookie Trent Loiero's State of Origin mentors say a lot about the type of player Billy Slater will blood in next week's State of Origin opener.
‘Blood everywhere’: stitched-up Bronco an Origin lock
Pat Carrigan has recalled the gruesome scenes and quick action taken to ensure he'll be free to run out for Queensland in the State of Origin opener.
‘Best I’ve seen’: Toia’s rise from rugby gun to Maroons
Queensland debutant Robert Toia is ready to mark Latrell Mitchell on his State of Origin debut after Nudgee College and Sydney Roosters set him on his path.
Why NSW fans won’t be hearing from Latrell Mitchell
Latrell Mitchell is one of two NSW players unlikely to talk at all throughout the 2025 State of Origin series.
Self-confessed pub footballer rides dream to Origin
Canterbury prop Max King has gone from being out of contract and fearing his NRL career was over through injury, to a NSW State of Origin debut at age 28.
Blues make call on Haas after crucial quad scans
Payne Haas has undergone scans on his sore left quad, with the results shaping as crucial for NSW's State of Origin hopes.
Maroons’ debutant ball, headed by rookie destroyer Toia
Queensland coach Billy Slater has put his faith in new blood, with Robert Toia, Beau Fermor and Trent Loiero to feature in the State of Origin cauldron.
Broncos team changes in frame after form takes dive
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been loyal to his underperforming side but now it's time to decide whether forwards Ben Te Kura and Blake Mozer get promoted.
Disappointed Luai says NSW Origin axing solely on him
Jarome Luai has refused to suggest he was hard done by in being dropped from NSW's State of Origin side for game one, conceding he must 'own' his form in 2025.
Bennett takes Souths into top eight with miracle run
South Sydney have returned to the NRL's top eight with a 22-12 win over Wests Tigers, with their form under Wayne Bennett defying the club's casualty ward.
Clinical Canberra move to third with thumping of Titans
Rock-solid defence and a brilliant attacking display from fullback Kaeo Weekes helped the Raiders to a 40-24 blitz of the hapless Titans.
Fermor to debut for Maroons, Taulagi ruled out
Gold Coast forward Beau Fermor will debut for Queensland after winger Murray Taulagi (calf) was ruled out of Origin I and Selwyn Cobbo (wrist) also went down.
NSW hand bolter shock Origin debut, Haas in doubt
Payne Haas is set to undergo a vital scan that will decide if he plays in State of Origin I while Mitch Moses and Dylan Edwards have won selection in key roles.
Gutherson stars as Dragons buck Broncos in comeback win
St George Illawarra have beaten Brisbane 30-26 in an incredible comeback win, with Clint Gutherson shining and Ezra Mam outstanding on his NRL return.
Kiraz’s calf a blow for Blues and Bulldogs
Jacob Kiraz is highly unlikely to play State of Origin this year after his calf issue, but the injury also represents a major hurdle for high-flying Canterbury.
Papenhuyzen learns fate as he and Mulitalo clear air
Warriors co-captain James Fisher-Harris is facing a one-match suspension for a high tackle, Melbourne star Ryan Papenhuyzen fared better.
Undermanned Sharks show premiership might to beat Storm
Craig Fitzgibbon has lauded Cronulla's 31-26 win over Melbourne as among the best in his time at the club after the Sharks prevailed with two men on the bench.
Head injury to NSW Origin skipper sours Manly’s win
NSW skipper Jake Trbojevic is set to miss the series opener after the Manly forward was knocked out as the Sea Eagles posted a 24-6 win over North Queensland.
Gilbert injured in road Warriors’ win over Dolphins
The Warriors have held on to beat the fast-finishing Dolphins 16-12 in a match laced with controversy and an injury to Queensland hopeful Tom Gilbert.
‘In the blood’: Walters confirms interest in Perth job
Former Brisbane coach Kevin Walters wants to continue coaching in the NRL and has outlined his interest in helming the Perth Bears in 2027.
Titans CEO has say on Hasler, shuts down Walters talks
Gold Coast boss Steve Mitchell has launched an impassioned defence of his club, while making a clear statement on coach Des Hasler's future at the Titans.
Campbelltown’s Tigers plea likely to fall on deaf ears
Campbelltown's council will ask Wests Tigers to make a long-term play and commit more game to its stadium even if $50 million in upgrades aren't secured.