Why Maguire resisted urge to rip up Mam’s contract
Brisbane playmaker Ezra Mam will play his first NRL game of the year after coach Michael Maguire backed him to turn his life and career around.
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Arthur wins battle of Aussie coaches in Super League
Leeds have come back from 12 points down to beat Hull FC, handing Brad Arthur victory over Australian coaching rival John Cartwright.
Taupau and Broncos part ways after Instagram drama
Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has played his last game for the club and will be released to continue his NRL career elsewhere.
Lomax desperate for Origin on rollercoaster day for NSW
Zac Lomax admits it would sting to miss selection for NSW, while coach Laurie Daley has been left with fresh headaches after a chaotic day in the NRL.
Roosters’ miracle try could lead to generational change
Mark Nawaqanitawase's four-pointer against Canterbury was an instant classic, and the Sydney Roosters want more to follow in his footsteps with fearless play.
Nawaqanitawase ‘hurting’ after superb try goes in vain
Canterbury have proved they are among the NRL's comeback kings, after Mark Nawaqanitawase's must-see try counted for little in the Sydney Roosters' 24-20 loss.
Lomax makes strong NSW case as Eels belt dismal Knights
Parramatta have put Newcastle to the sword, with Zac Lomax starring on return from injury and Dylan Brown in form against the side he will join next year.
Broncos prop Taupau ‘regrets’ endorsing coach bagging
Brisbane prop Martin Taupau has backtracked after endorsing an Instagram video that was heavily critical of coach Michael Maguire.
Cowboys’ wildcard move has struggling Manly on alert
Anthony Seibold knows Manly have to be on their guard as they look to bring down a North Queensland side boasting teen freak Jaxon Purdue in the halves.
Storm look to shed Sharks surprise record
Melbourne have lacked their usual bite at Shark Park with coach Craig Bellamy dismissing the rivalry between his side and Cronulla ahead of their clash.
Storm humiliation won’t define Wests Tigers: Marshall
Rather than ignoring last week's failure, Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall wants his team to use the pain from the 64-0 loss to the Storm as reason for change.
Storm’s halves a sign of what Hynes and Trindall crave
There is one key aspect of Jahrome Hughes and Cameron Munster's combination that Nicho Hynes and Braydon Trindall seek at Cronulla, but it won't come quick.
How Dolphins star Katoa is living up to Immortal praise
Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa has taken his game to levels modern greats say is "incredible', but it's what he does for his teammates that is his trademark.
Broncos pack must ‘pull fingers out’ like 1990s: Renouf
Payne Haas agrees Brisbane's forwards can learn a key lesson from the 1992-93 premiership winners but insists the pack is more than a two-man band..
Origin ace Cherrington has a laugh at QLD’s expense
Kennedy Cherrington loved getting under the skin of Queensland rival Chelsea Lenarduzzi as the Blues clinched the women's State of Origin series.
Kernick stars as Blues claim women’s Origin series
NSW have won the women's State of Origin series with a game to spare after defeating Queensland 26-6 in Game 2 in Sydney.
‘It’s bollocks’: Haas slams Maguire’s vocal critics
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has been accused of training his team too hard and one of his former players at Wests Tigers launched a critique on Instagram.
Final warning: Cowboys coach cautioned for ref comments
Todd Payten has run foul of the NRL for "repeated and consistent criticism" following his latest tirade aimed at match officials.
Hynes embraces Origin silence as boost for Sharks
Nicho Hynes is enjoying not being rated an Origin contender this time around, and has opened up on why he's happy to address mental health awareness.
Broncos spurred on to rebrand and retire Buck the horse
Animal activist group PETA has called for NRL club the Brisbane Broncos to rebrand as the Boomerangs and retire their famous mascot, Buck the horse.
O’Brien won’t make call on Young’s Knights return
Dominic Young's immediate future remains in limbo, with Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien refusing to bite back at criticism from the Sydney Roosters.
NRL announce new Perth CEO amid Bears PR battle
The NRL has made a surprise announcement on the inaugural CEO of the Perth Bears, in a move likely to give them some media sway in Western Australia.
Tedesco ‘not expecting much’ as Origin selection looms
James Tedesco has catapulted into State of Origin calculations this year, but the Sydney Roosters captain is not expecting a phone call from coach Laurie Daley.
Kiraz has Reynolds’ backing to make Blues spot his own
Josh Reynolds says Canterbury flyer Jacob Kiraz is deserving of a NSW State of Origin debut due to blistering form for the Bulldogs.
Gilbert’s ‘huge goal’ to achieve for Maroons in Origin
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert has never played a full series for Queensland in State of Origin footy, but one Maroons great hopes 2025 could be the year.
How icon’s advice ignited this season’s feel-good story
Luke Metcalf has taken a piece of Shaun Johnson's advice with him onto the field in every game in 2025, while taking over the Warriors' No.7 jersey with aplomb.
Daley defends under-fire Blues captain Trbojevic
Laurie Daley is willing to look past NSW captain Jake Trbojevic's form struggles as he lauded the Manly forward's unquantifiable off-field qualities.
Women’s Origin coaches want a slice of NRL Vegas action
The NRL has left the women's game off the Las Vegas extravaganza, prompting calls from a Jillaroos great for a rethink in what match must be taken to the US.
‘New coach, new team’: why Blues don’t talk about 2024
Taking a series lead into game two of women's Origin is familiar for NSW, but captain Isabelle Kelly says there are no scars from last year's capitulation.
NRL premiership contenders upset by Las Vegas snub
Melbourne feel that by every metric they deserve to be playing in Las Vegas, with the Storm saying the NRL decision to overlook them is a missed opportunity.
Foran returns as rising star explains Hasler’s effect
Gold Coast veteran Kieran Foran will play his first NRL game of the season off the bench as fullback Jaylan De Groot reveals why he rates coach Des Hasler.