Preston’s lawyer hits out as Dogs star banned for four
A dejected Jacob Preston has copped a four-game ban after being found guilty of a crusher tackle, while his lawyer accused the NRL of being rife with diving.
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Reynolds insists extension won’t break up Broncos gang
Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds takes on his old club South Sydney with no regrets or grudges and determined to play on in 2026 at the Broncos.
Raiders pave way for Horsburgh to face the Bulldogs
Corey Horsbugh could loom as a key inclusion for Canberra in their top-of-the-table clash with Canterbury, despite suffering a head knock at Magic Round.
Young told he can talk to rivals as Roosters exit looms
The Sydney Roosters have told star English winger Dom Young he can talk to rivals, with Newcastle the most likely landing spot for the 23-year-old.
Raiders set to keep hooker Starling on new deal
Canberra are on the verge of re-signing hooker Tom Starling, who will reject interest from elsewhere to stay at the Raiders until the end of 2027.
Fifita to miss after playing with pain-killing jabs
Gold Coast forward David Fifita will see a specialist on an ongoing ankle complaint and not feature this weekend after requiring needles to stoically battle on.
Why Sharks centre Iro wants to be known by new name
Cronulla centre KL Iro has lifted the lid on his decision to change his name after previously being known as Kayal.
Broncos’ Mam to make return in Q Cup for Souths-Logan
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has decided not to play Ezra Mam against South Sydney, the five-eighth to make his rugby league return for Souths-Logan instead.
Bennett curse rubbished as Dolphins face Sydney bogey
Dolphins prop Felise Kaufusi is set to return from injury against Parramatta as the side aim to fix their dire Sydney record and put to bed a coaching curse.
‘Firecracker’ Gilbert endorsed for Maroons return
Dolphins captain Tom Gilbert is tipped to complete a remarkable injury comeback and return to the State of Origin arena for the first time in two years..
‘No regrets’: Storm prop ready for former club, roomie
Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu will take on his former club Wests Tigers aiming to make up for discipline lapses that cost his team against Canberra.
‘Idiot not to’: inside Fogarty’s big chat with Stuart
Jamal Fogarty has opened up on informing coach Ricky Stuart he would be leaving Canberra to accept a lucrative contract at Manly for 2026.
Preston to fight lengthy ban as Storm duo avoid charges
Canterbury forward Jacob Preston hopes to reduce his side's suspension woes as he heads to the NRL judiciary on Tuesday to fight a crusher tackle charge.
‘Super happy’ Hynes backing himself as match-winner
After a Magic Round masterclass, Nicho Hynes has addressed criticism over his inability to ice Cronulla's golden-point game the week before.
Why ‘everything’ about Kiraz has Bulldog in NSW frame
Canterbury winger Jacob Kiraz has the all-round game to be in prime position to debut for NSW according to Blues regular Stephen Crichton.
Booed and banned Mam in the mix for NRL return
Ezra Mam is fit and available for selection after serving a ban for drug driving but Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is unsure whether he'll be picked this week.
Mam chases comeback, Souths stretched again in round 10
Ezra Mam is fighting for selection, South Sydney are contending with more injuries and Penrith are looking to build on a big win in round 10 of the NRL season.
‘Cost us dearly’: Bellamy fumes over poor discipline
Melbourne's coach and captain have opened up on unacceptable discipline by forwards Trent Loiero and Stefano Utoikamanu that cost them a win against Canberra.
Raiders stun Storm after golden-point drama
Canberra have come back from a 14-point deficit to shock Melbourne 20-18 after a series of controversial decisions rocked the final match of Magic Round.
Cleary haunts Broncos again in Penrith’s watershed win
Nathan Cleary was the star of the show as out-of-sorts NRL premiers Penrith scored a breakthrough win over Brisbane at Magic Round.
Kiraz’s Origin message as Dogs down Fifita-less Titans
Gold Coast coach Des Hasler has explained his controversial omission of David Fifita after Canterbury winger Jacob Kiraz scored a hat-trick in a 38-18 win.
Cowboy Cotter set to miss two games on eve of Origin
Reuben Cotter has received a two-match ban for a shot that the NRL match officials did not detect on the field at Magic Round.
Legend’s wisdom adds an edge to Sharpe’s transition
Fletcher Sharpe had his best game at five-eighth yet as Newcastle thrashed South Sydney and the young gun can thank some advice from Andrew Johns.
‘Wanted to be ready’: Metcalf embracing Warriors mantle
Luke Metcalf isn't daunted by the task of replacing Shaun Johnson in the Warriors' No.7, embracing the role and the ability to continue learning from him.
How Allan’s life changed in 596-day NRL absence
St George Illawarra outside back Corey Allan learned plenty spending almost 600 days away from the game he loves.
Bizarre runaway try puts Tigers on path to Magic win
St George Illawarra have come up with one of the most inexplicable bombed tries in recent memory as Wests Tigers eked out a win in Magic Round.
‘Gritty’ Warriors defy Cowboys for equal-best NRL start
The Warriors have been forced to hold off a rampaging North Queensland comeback to win, 30-26, for the sixth time in seven NRL games.
Rabbitohs injury crisis deepens with Mamouzelos
There are concerns for South Sydney hooker Peter Mamouzelos after a dislocated elbow was still not back in place well after the side's 30-4 loss to Newcastle.
Sharpe hat-trick lifts Knights, injury woes for Souths
Newcastle's attack has finally clicked against injury-hit South Sydney in a 30-4 win as No.6 Fletcher Sharpe ensured the end of a five-game losing run.
Reynolds set for Broncos bogey side, 2023 GF ‘a lesson’
Brisbane skipper Adam Reynolds is fit to lead the side against a Penrith outfit the Broncos have only beaten once in the last nine outings.
How Papenhuyzen defied coach’s doubts on road to 100
Four years after a sickening head knock kicked off a cruel run of injuries for Ryan Papenhuyzen, the Melbourne ace will bring up 100 NRL games at Magic Round.