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2019 June
  • Mon, Jun 17, 2019
    Ferguson ready for State of Origin: Eels
    Parramatta playmaker Mitchell Moses and coach Brad Arthur have heaped praise on Blake Ferguson, saying the star is ready for a State of Origin recall.
  • Sun, Jun 16, 2019
    Knights forward facing three-game NRL ban
    A crusher tackle could sideline Newcastle forward Mitchell Barnett for at least three games after he was charged by the NRL's match review committee.
  • Sun, Jun 16, 2019
    Roosters declare they're back in the NRL
    Melbourne have opened up a four-point lead at the top of the NRL ladder after 14 rounds with Sydney Roosters and South Sydney rounding out the top three.
  • Sun, Jun 16, 2019
    Seibold annoyed about Brisbane's focus
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has savaged his NRL side after a poor loss to Parramatta, saying players 'had their heads' in representative camps already.
  • Sat, Jun 15, 2019
    Timing right for O'Sullivan's NRL arrival
    Sean O'Sullivan's NRL chance has come at Brisbane and his coach Anthony Seibold says it couldn't have arrived at a better time for the rookie halfback.
  • Sat, Jun 15, 2019
    Trbojevic world's best fullback: Hasler
    Manly coach Des Hasler has anointed Tom Trbojevic as the world's best rugby league fullback as he targets a return to the NSW State of Origin side.
  • Sat, Jun 15, 2019
    Wallace urges Warrior Blair to ease niggle
    Gold Coast forward Jarrod Wallace has expressed disappointment at Warriors enforcer Adam Blair marking his 300th match with a late hit on Titan Tyrone Roberts.
  • Fri, Jun 14, 2019
    Broncos aim straight against Eels
    Brisbane's forwards have been given orders to straighten up against a Parramatta middle that has been exposed this season.
  • Fri, Jun 14, 2019
    NRL, Knights tell Rugby: 'hands off Ponga'
    The NRL and Newcastle have issued a warning to Rugby Australia after Wallabies coach Michael Cheika had phoned Kalyn Ponga to try to poach the superstar.
  • Thu, Jun 13, 2019
    Asiata's rise in form boosts Cowboys
    Having struggled for form earlier this season, North Queensland can improve their record to 7-7 with a win over Wests Tigers at home on Friday night.
  • Wed, Jun 12, 2019
    Hurt NSW prop Klemmer targets Origin III
    NSW prop David Klemmer hopes a wrist injury suffered in the State of Origin opener will have healed in time for him to be in contention for the series finale.
  • Wed, Jun 12, 2019
    Rabbitohs deny Gagai seeking NRL exit
    South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has hosed down speculation that Queensland star Dane Gagai could seek a release from the rest of his NRL contract.
  • Wed, Jun 12, 2019
    Sharks won't rush Johnson back into NRL
    Coach John Morris says he won't rush back Shaun Johnson into Cronulla's NRL side from a hamstring injury, despite a New Zealand Test jumper being on the line.
  • Tue, Jun 11, 2019
    Cleary endorses Maloney's NSW credentials
    NSW playmaker Nathan Cleary has described James Maloney as the ultimate big-game player as his Penrith teammate attempts to stake a claim for an Origin recall.
  • Tue, Jun 11, 2019
    Schoolmates' rise motivates Titans prop
    He's watched his high school buddy Payne Haas get a NSW State of Origin jumper and now Gold Coast's Moeaki Fotuaika is chasing rep honours of his own.
  • Tue, Jun 11, 2019
    Young Broncos leaning on Lodge
    Matt Lodge is proving to be a source of value to Brisbane's young forward pack as he presses his case for a State of Origin berth with NSW.
  • Mon, Jun 10, 2019
    Australian league great Smith honoured
    Melbourne Storm skipper Cameron Smith, who has also captained Australia and Queensland, has been appointed a member of the Order of Australia.
  • Mon, Jun 10, 2019
    Jacks ready to take Titans NRL chance
    He moved to Gold Coast for a shot at regular NRL action and Ryley Jacks is ready to take it despite the unfortunate circumstance in which it has come about.
  • Mon, Jun 10, 2019
    Norman helps Dragons end losing run
    In his first game back from a cheekbone injury, Corey Norman scored a try and set up another in St George Illawarra's 36-12 rout of Canterbury.
  • Sun, Jun 09, 2019
    Bellamy lauds post-Origin Storm triumph
    Coach Craig Bellamy can't remember a gutsier post-Origin performance from his Melbourne Storm side than their 32-10 thumping of the Warriors.
  • Sun, Jun 09, 2019
    McLean limps off in Cowboys' NRL defeat
    Cowboys prop Jordan McLean limped off with a hamstring injury in Saturday's 22-20 NRL loss to Manly, placing a NSW State of Origin berth at risk.
  • Sat, Jun 08, 2019
    Brown's challenge to Blues coach Fittler
    Newcastle coach Nathan Brown has issued a challenge to NSW boss Brad Fittler to give in-form Knights playmaker Mitchell Pearce the licence to run the Blues.
  • Sat, Jun 08, 2019
    Hughes deserves Kiwis berth: Bellamy
    In-form Melbourne fullback Jahrome Hughes agrees a utility bench berth may be his best chance of wearing a maiden Kiwis Test jersey against Tonga.
  • Sat, Jun 08, 2019
    Stuart hails classy Williams after axing
    Canberra coach Ricky Stuart said it was a "gut feel" that prompted him to drop Sam Williams at halfback for Aidan Sezer in their 28-0 rout of the Wests Tigers.
  • Fri, Jun 07, 2019
    Cook: Qld are a better team at Suncorp
    NSW hooker Damien Cook says Queensland are a better side on home soil and game two in Perth gives the Blues a chance to square the State of Origin series.
  • Fri, Jun 07, 2019
    De Belin launches fresh legal challenge
    St George Illawarra forward Jack de Belin has lodged a Federal Court appeal as his challenge to the NRL's "no-fault" stand down rules continues.
  • Fri, Jun 07, 2019
    Penrith release Dallin Watene-Zelezniak
    Dallin Watene-Zelezniak has been released by the Penrith Panthers after the New Zealand winger indicated a desire to leave the struggling NRL club.
  • Fri, Jun 07, 2019
    Petero backs young Qld bulls after debut
    It may have taken a halftime team talk to fire them up, but Petero Civoniceva predicts a bright future for Queensland rookies Joe Ofahengaue and David Fifita.
  • Thu, Jun 06, 2019
    Luke thrown Warriors and Test lifeline
    Issac Luke's recovery from a modest start to 2019 continues when the Warriors host Melbourne, bringing together two leading Kiwis Test hooker candidates.
  • Thu, Jun 06, 2019
    Origin knee cut sidelines Broncos forward
    Brisbane forward Joe Ofahengaue has been sidelined for an indefinite period of time after sustaining a nasty gash to his knee on his State of Origin debut.
  • Thu, Jun 06, 2019
    Ponga slips straight into Slater's No.1
    Kalyn Ponga wants to build on his impressive start in the Queensland No.1 shirt after a match-turning hand in the side's series-opening win on Wednesday.
  • Thu, Jun 06, 2019
    Qld must get better: coach Walters
    Queensland coach Kevin Walters has made light of hiring a Coach Whisperer but admits his side must improve on their stunning State of Origin series opening win.
  • Thu, Jun 06, 2019
    The Maroons must get better, says Kevvy
    Queensland coach Kevin Walters has made light of hiring a coach whisperer but admits his side must improve on their stunning State of Origin series opening win.
  • Wed, Jun 05, 2019
    Tough night for Mitchell as Blues beaten
    So dominant in last year's State of Origin series, centre Latrell Mitchell has had a night to forget for NSW who have slumped to an 18-14 defeat to Queensland.
  • Tue, Jun 04, 2019
    Canberra cautious in rushing Papalii back
    The Canberra Raiders will take a cautious approach with wrecking ball Josh Papalii, who could play NRL less than 48 hours after the State of Origin opener.
  • Tue, Jun 04, 2019
    Haas completes Ramadan before Origin debut
    NSW prop Payne Haas has completed Ramadan which involved a month of fasting from sunrise to sunset and says he's prepared for his State of Origin debut.
  • Tue, Jun 04, 2019
    Qld's Walters defends 'Coach Whisperer'
    Queensland coach Kevin Walters has defended using a 'Coach Whisperer' ahead of the State of Origin opener, insisting: "I haven't lost the plot".
  • Mon, Jun 03, 2019
    DCE ready to lead Maroons into new era
    Queensland skipper Daly Cherry-Evans says he is excited about leading the Maroons into a new era in Wednesday's State of Origin series opener.
  • Mon, Jun 03, 2019
    Qld doc salutes DCE ankle comeback
    Queensland State of Origin team doctor Matt Hislop has saluted Daly Cherry-Evans with the Maroons skipper poised to make a remarkable ankle surgery return.
  • Mon, Jun 03, 2019
    Whisperer has helped Qld: DCE
    Daly Cherry-Evans may have broken the Coach Whisperer's rules but the Queensland captain says the mind mentor has had a positive effect on the Maroons.
  • Sun, Jun 02, 2019
    Defence the key to Cowboys' NRL revival
    North Queensland's NRL form turnaround has been based on toughening up a defence which came through a major test against Gold Coast on Sunday.
  • Sun, Jun 02, 2019
    Maroons' Kaufusi talks up left-edge threat
    Queensland's Felise Kaufusi says his understanding with Cameron Munster can create a left-edge threat to rival the Johnathan Thurston-Gavin Cooper combination.
  • Sun, Jun 02, 2019
    Titans star turns down chance to tie game
    Gold Coast halfback Ash Taylor's decision not to attempt a crucial penalty goal in the NRL loss to North Queensland has left coach Garth Brennan stumped.
  • Sat, Jun 01, 2019
    Back-to-basics approach works for Chambers
    By his own admission last year's State of Origin was "a bit below average" but a back-to-basics approach has Queensland's Will Chambers enjoying his football.
  • Sat, Jun 01, 2019
    Haas resists Qld lure to stay true Blue
    As he prepares to make his NSW State of Origin debut, prop Payne Haas has revealed he was offered the chance as a teenager to play for Queensland.
2019 May
  • Fri, May 31, 2019
    Canberra NRL young guns must 'step up'
    Canberra coach Ricky Stuart is challenging a batch of NRL rookies to step up against Canterbury and help to snap the Raiders' three-game losing streak.
  • Fri, May 31, 2019
    Maroons hail returning warrior Gillett
    Queensland coach Kevin Walters and teammates have hailed Matt Gillett's comeback to State of Origin after a career-threatening neck injury.
  • Thu, May 30, 2019
    Guide to NSW Origin team
    A guide to the NSW team for State of Origin I against Queensland in Brisbane on June 5.
  • Thu, May 30, 2019
    McGuire thought injury had wrecked Origin
    When a furious Josh McGuire stormed from the field after hurting his calf in an NRL match, he assumed a spot in Queensland's State of Origin team had gone.
  • Wed, May 29, 2019
    Chambers can blunt Mitchell threat: Hodges
    Queensland assistant Justin Hodges has broken a team edict and talked up NSW threat Latrell Mitchell but believes Will Chambers will rise to the challenge.
  • Wed, May 29, 2019
    Hunt backs himself as new Qld No.9
    Ben Hunt may be looking forward to a crash course from Cameron Smith but the NRL halfback is backing himself to play 80 minutes at hooker for Queensland.
  • Tue, May 28, 2019
    Blues ban slapped on Maroons players
    Queensland have slapped a Blues ban on their players, with coach Kevin Walters refusing to let players mention NSW ahead of the State of Origin opener.
  • Tue, May 28, 2019
    Blues' belief is unshakable: Cordner
    NSW skipper Boyd Cordner says his side is carrying a mentality that defeat is not an option into this year's State of Origin shield defence.
  • Tue, May 28, 2019
    Hodges relieved over Inglis seeking help
    Justin Hodges is relieved Greg Inglis has booked himself into a mental health facility after encouraging the fellow Queensland great to seek help.
  • Mon, May 27, 2019
    Qld Origin call to remember for Fifita
    Queensland coach Kevin Walters has ensured David Fifita will never forget when he was told he would make his Maroons debut thanks to a hilarious phone call.
  • Mon, May 27, 2019
    Smith comeback sparked by Qld squad call
    Rumours that Cameron Smith will make a State of Origin return won't go away after Queensland coach Kevin Walters refused to confirm his No.21 for the opener.
  • Sun, May 26, 2019
    DCE the man to lead Maroons in Origin
    After being sidelined for a month with an ankle injury, Daly Cherry-Evans is expected to be named Queensland's new State of Origin captain.
  • Sun, May 26, 2019
    Storm late blitz blows away Dogs in NRL
    Melbourne have consolidated their place in the NRL top two entering the Origin period, consigning Canterbury to last place with a 28-6 win over the Bulldogs.
  • Sat, May 25, 2019
    Fullback call tough for Storm's Bellamy
    Craig Bellamy admits it was tough to leave fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen out of his Storm lineup to face the Bulldogs but says Jahrome Hughes deserves a recall.
  • Sat, May 25, 2019
    Souths lose Reynolds, pump Tigers in NRL
    South Sydney have kept their spot atop the NRL table with a comfortable win over the Wests Tigers, but there are fears Adam Reynolds has a leg fracture.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    Ford boss unsure about Mustangs at Winton
    Tickford Racing boss Tim Edwards doesn't know how his team's Ford Mustangs will go at this weekend's Supercars event in Winton due to a lack of testing.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    Green hails impact of liberated Nikorima
    Blake Green says Kodi Nikorima's shift to the Warriors has liberated the halfback's attacking game to a level that was never seen at the Brisbane.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    Greenberg: NRL can better support players
    NRL chief executive Todd Greenberg said the game can better support the mental health of players in the wake of Greg Inglis entering a rehabilitation clinic.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    Lang backs McGuire for Maroons call up
    He's under a fitness cloud but ex-Queensland forward Martin Lang believes Maroons coach Kevin Walters has to pick Josh McGuire for Origin I.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    RLPA to contest NRL stand down rule
    The Rugby League Players' Association has issued a challenge to the NRL's "no-fault" stand down rule under the collective bargaining agreement.
  • Fri, May 24, 2019
    Titans coach under pump after review call
    Gold Coast coach Garth Brennan will be feeling the heat when the Titans face Manly at Lottoland on Friday after the club's board called for a mid-season review.
  • Thu, May 23, 2019
    Back-up hooker in Origin a must: Buderus
    NSW State of Origin assistant coach Danny Buderus has spoken about the need to ensure there is adequate cover for every position in the starting line-up.
  • Wed, May 22, 2019
    Cooper makes late Origin selection plea
    Gavin Cooper and a handful of other fringe State of Origin contenders in the Cowboys know they get one last shot to impress Kevin Walters this weekend.
  • Wed, May 22, 2019
    Gillett backs Bronco Haas for NSW call
    Brisbane and Queensland forward Matt Gillett says boom Broncos forward Payne Haas would be a perfect fit for NSW's State of Origin team.
  • Tue, May 21, 2019
    Gillett wants Origin nod more than ever
    After missing last year's State of Origin due to a career-threatening neck injury, Brisbane veteran Matt Gillett has never wanted a Queensland call-up more.
  • Mon, May 20, 2019
    Bellamy sings Cronk's praises
    Craig Bellamy has paid tribute to the way Cooper Cronk transformed himself into a great halfback at a comparatively late age.
  • Mon, May 20, 2019
    No need for sin bin warning: NRL
    NRL head of football Graham Annesley says there is no need to give sides a warning before referees send players to the sin bin.
  • Sun, May 19, 2019
    Titans' NRL coach refuses to blame Taylor
    Gold Coast coach Garth Brennan has refused to blame Ash Taylor for the Titans' worst NRL season start despite admitting the No.7 is a 'work in progress'.
  • Sat, May 18, 2019
    Bronco Haas stakes NSW Origin claim
    Prop Payne Haas has staked a NSW State of Origin claim by inspiring Brisbane's 15-10 NRL upset over ladder leaders Sydney Roosters on Friday night.
  • Sat, May 18, 2019
    Roosters dismiss Mitchell fitness concerns
    Coach Trent Robinson says Latrell Mitchell is not still hampered by a groin complaint despite a muted display in the Sydney Roosters' NRL loss to Brisbane.
  • Fri, May 17, 2019
    Storm's Welch avoids serious knee injury
    Melbourne's Christian Welch has been cleared of a serious knee injury after the initial diagnosis was an ACL injury suffered in their NRL win over West Tigers.
  • Fri, May 17, 2019
    Testing times for Titans coach Brennan
    Gold Coast are desperate to end a frustrating run of losses and move away from the bottom of the NRL ladder with a win over Canterbury on Saturday.
  • Thu, May 16, 2019
    I don't axe Kangaroos lightly: Cleary
    Penrith coach Ivan Cleary says he does not have a time frame in mind for Reagan Campbell-Gillard and Josh Mansour's return to first grade.
  • Thu, May 16, 2019
    Jake Turpin ready to meet NRL challenge
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold says hooker Jake Turpin and halfback Tom Dearden have to step up if they are a chance of an NRL upset over Sydney Roosters.
  • Thu, May 16, 2019
    Luke Keary focused on Roosters, not Origin
    He's the hot favourite to win a State of Origin debut for NSW next month, but Sydney Roosters star Luke Keary says he's focused only on his NRL club form.
  • Wed, May 15, 2019
    Murray hopes skill trumps size for Origin
    South Sydney's Cameron Murray says while he can't match the NSW Origin incumbent backrowers for size he's hoping to use his skills to earn a call-up.
  • Wed, May 15, 2019
    Origin last thing on Milford's mind
    His NRL coach may have endorsed him as Queensland's bench utility but Brisbane playmaker Anthony Milford says a Maroons recall is the last thing on his mind.
  • Tue, May 14, 2019
    Ponga learning from Tedesco tapes
    Kalyn Ponga admits studying the game of rival fullback James Tedesco has improved his game ahead of a likely State of Origin battle.
  • Tue, May 14, 2019
    Raiders tip in-form Wighton for Origin
    Canberra playmaker Jack Wighton has made a successful switch from fullback to five-eighth this NRL season and could play his way onto the NSW Origin bench.
  • Tue, May 14, 2019
    Sea Eagles welcome Walker 'leadership'
    Controversial Manly star Dylan Walker is set to make a return after being sidelined by the NRL's no-fault stand down policy for the opening nine rounds.
  • Mon, May 13, 2019
    Arthur to sign new Eels' NRL deal: report
    Brad Arthur will reportedly sign a two-year contract extension at Parramatta, while the NRL club has given captain Clint Gutherson an ultimatum on his future.
  • Mon, May 13, 2019
    Bennett coy on Rabbitohs' NSW claims
    Wayne Bennett has tried to play down his South Sydney players' NSW claims before giving his stars a huge rap after their 32-16 NRL win over North Queensland.
  • Sun, May 12, 2019
    Cronk ponders landmark, NRL future
    Cooper Cronk has enjoyed a trip down memory lane before his landmark 356th NRL game but is yet to confirm whether he will draw the curtain on his career.
  • Sun, May 12, 2019
    NRL Magic Round hailed a success
    The NRL's inaugural Magic Round has been hailed a success after 134,677 fans filed through Suncorp Stadium over four days.
  • Sun, May 12, 2019
    Storm have ready-made No.1 replacement
    Melbourne may have a ready made replacement for injured fullback Jahrome Hughes but the Storm are reeling after centre Curtis Scott's bittersweet NRL return.
  • Sun, May 12, 2019
    What happened in NRL round nine
    A closer look at the key moments of round nine in the NRL from the first ever Magic Round at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium.
  • Sat, May 11, 2019
    Broncos savour Segeyaro's NRL signing
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has guaranteed ex-Cronulla hooker James Segeyaro a spot in his 17 while Andrew McCullough is sidelined.
  • Sat, May 11, 2019
    Roberts no guarantee to replace Bird
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has given no guarantee of an immediate recall for James Roberts despite losing centre Jack Bird with a knee injury.
  • Sat, May 11, 2019
    Scott injured in Storm's NRL rout of Eels
    Curtis Scott has suffered a suspected broken foot in his NRL return for Melbourne who've thrashed Parramatta 64-10 in the Magic Round clash at Suncorp Stadium.
  • Fri, May 10, 2019
    Bird hurt in Broncos' NRL win over Manly
    Brisbane have paid a heavy price for their 26-10 NRL win over Manly at Suncorp Stadium with star centre Jack Bird suffering a suspected season ending injury.
  • Fri, May 10, 2019
    Brisbane return special for Souths star
    Seven years ago Cody Walker was catching a bus from work to footy training in Brisbane's suburbs. Now he's an NRL superstar getting ready for Magic Round.
  • Fri, May 10, 2019
    Demons' bad start no indicator for Suns
    Forget their ladder positions or Melbourne's underwhelming start to the 2019 AFL season, Gold Coast are preparing for a fired-up opponent on Saturday.
  • Thu, May 09, 2019
    Dragons star Norman back in three weeks
    Corey Norman's fractured cheekbone will sideline him from Dragons NRL duty for three weeks, in a better result than the club were expecting.
  • Thu, May 09, 2019
    Injuries can't stop Cronulla NRL win
    Despite more injury woes Cronulla has grabbed a come from behind 26-18 NRL win over Gold Coast to kick off Magic Round at Suncorp Stadium.
  • Thu, May 09, 2019
    Qld's McCullough to miss Origin opener
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has revealed a knee injury will sideline hooker Andrew McCullough for six weeks, ruling him out of the State of Origin opener.
  • Wed, May 08, 2019
    Broncos hit back over Magic promo no show
    The Brisbane Broncos have defended their decision not to send a representative to an NRL Magic Round promotional event in the Brisbane city on Wednesday.
  • Wed, May 08, 2019
    NRL refuses Magic Round drinking ban
    ARL Commission chairman Peter Beattie says the NRL doesn't need to impose a drinking ban during this weekend's Magic Round in Brisbane.
  • Wed, May 08, 2019
    Payne Haas a bolter for Blues Origin debut
    Brisbane front-rower Payne Haas is being sized up for a potential NSW State of Origin debut this year and Petero Civoniceva says he wouldn't look out of place.
  • Wed, May 08, 2019
    The State of Origin contenders
    A look at the NRL players with potential State of Origin spots on the line during this weekend's Magic Round in Brisbane.
  • Tue, May 07, 2019
    Nikorima not a Warriors saviour: Green
    Blake Green says too much is being expected of his new Warriors halves partner Kodi Nikorima as they try to snap their NRL losing streak.
  • Tue, May 07, 2019
    Penrith's Kikau makes surprise NRL return
    Viliame Kikau could play for Penrith in the NRL's Magic Round in Brisbane on Friday despite appearing to have suffered a serious ankle injury last week.
  • Sun, May 05, 2019
    Manly need their own magic at Suncorp
    Manly face further injury concerns with Lachlan Croker set to join halves partner Daly Cherry-Evans on the sideline with a hamstring blow.
  • Sun, May 05, 2019
    Penrith can only blame themselves: Fittler
    Penrith great Brad Fittler says the Panthers only have themselves to blame after their disastrous NRL season sunk to a new low with a 30-12 loss to Canberra.
  • Sun, May 05, 2019
    Raiders eye NRL challenge without Bateman
    Canberra are anxiously waiting for news on John Bateman, who was rushed to hospital with a suspected fractured eye socket during their NRL win over Penrith
  • Sat, May 04, 2019
    Bellamy questions Storm's NRL character
    Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy has launched a stinging critique of his NRL team following their loss to Cronulla, accusing them of not playing like the Storm.
  • Sat, May 04, 2019
    Bulldogs not in market for Phil Gould
    Canterbury chief executive Andrew Hill says Phil Gould is not a target for the NRL club after the decision to move on four football staff members.
  • Sat, May 04, 2019
    Green lauds rookie Warriors halves partner
    Kodi Nikorima's signing has been greeted enthusiastically by the Warriors but Blake Green is sparing a thought for the young halfback set to be demoted.
  • Sat, May 04, 2019
    Robinson confident Latrell will stay
    Latrell Mitchell could be a target for a number of NRL clubs at the end of 2020 but coach Trent Robinson is confident he's a Sydney Rooster through and through.
  • Thu, May 02, 2019
    Bellamy wary of depleted Sharks
    Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy says the Sharks will still be a threat without injured playmaker Shaun Johnson for their NRL clash.
  • Thu, May 02, 2019
    Brown's bizarre response to Knights form
    Newcastle coach Nathan Brown said his NRL players are only human and that jails prove people are unpredictable in a bizarre press conference moment.
  • Thu, May 02, 2019
    Cowboys support sidelined Martin
    North Queensland coach Paul Green says the club is feeling for popular playmaker Te Maire Martin after scans this week revealed a small bleed on the brain.
  • Thu, May 02, 2019
    Wests back Benji to take down NRL premiers
    Wests Tigers players are backing veteran Benji Marshall to return against Sydney Roosters at the SCG on Saturday, having not missed a beat while out injured.
  • Wed, May 01, 2019
    Mystery brain bleed for Cowboys' Martin
    North Queensland are reviewing NRL match footage and training vision in attempt to identify what has caused a small bleed on the brain of Te Maire Martin.
  • Wed, May 01, 2019
    Seibold's positive spin on Bennett clash
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold is keeping things positive before a first clash with his former NRL club South Sydney, now coached by Wayne Bennett.
2019 April
  • Mon, Apr 29, 2019
    Cherry-Evans in race to be fit for Origin
    Daly Cherry-Evans faces a tight race against the clock to be fit to play in Queensland's State of Origin opener on June 5 after being ruled out for six weeks.
  • Mon, Apr 29, 2019
    Johnson adds to Sharks' injury woes
    Cronulla could be without five past or present representative stars against Melbourne, after scans confirmed Shaun Johnson had a strained hamstring.
  • Mon, Apr 29, 2019
    Refs wrong with Warriors penalty: NRL
    NRL head of football Graham Annesley says his referees incorrectly awarded a decisive penalty against the Warriors in their 13-12 loss to Melbourne.
  • Mon, Apr 29, 2019
    Reynolds cleared of serious knee damage
    Wests Tigers' Josh Reynolds could be back on the NRL field within three weeks after scans revealed only a medial ligament strain in his right knee.
  • Sun, Apr 28, 2019
    Coach rues more Sharks NRL injuries
    Cronulla coach John Morris cannot believe his misfortune after two more stars joined the NRL club's high profile injury list following a 29-6 loss to Brisbane.
  • Sun, Apr 28, 2019
    Seibold sets stage for spicy NRL clash
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has set the scene for a spicy NRL clash with ex-team South Sydney after cutting short a press conference.
  • Sun, Apr 28, 2019
    Tigers' Reynolds sweats on knee in NRL
    Josh Reynolds' rough run with injuries has continued after he limped from the field with a knee problem during the Tigers' NRL win over the Gold Coast..
  • Sat, Apr 27, 2019
    Boyd aims to lift Broncos' NRL defence
    Brisbane NRL captain Darius Boyd has admitted his defensive display has not been good enough but says it is not due to a lack of effort.
  • Sat, Apr 27, 2019
    Hasler goes from red to grey on NRL battle
    Despite accepting the NRL's apology for a crucial botched call last week, Manly coach Des Hasler is still seeing some grey areas for the match officials.
  • Sat, Apr 27, 2019
    Milford leads Broncos' NRL win over Sharks
    Five-eighth Anthony Milford has put on a first-half masterclass to help steer Brisbane to a 29-6 NRL win over an injury-hit Cronulla at Suncorp Stadium.
  • Sat, Apr 27, 2019
    Norman won't see point to prove with Eels
    Corey Norman was released by Parramatta with a year left on his contract, but he won't eye next Sunday's clash with the Eels as a chance to make a statement.
  • Fri, Apr 26, 2019
    Biceps blow hurts Friend's Origin hopes
    Jake Friend's Queensland State of Origin hopes have been shot down by a biceps rupture, while Ben Hunt is also getting scans on an injured shoulder.
  • Fri, Apr 26, 2019
    Brisbane bolstered for Sharks NRL clash
    Matt Lodge will return from a throat injury while Tevita Pangai Jnr's suspension is over, giving struggling Brisbane their strongest NRL squad this season.
  • Fri, Apr 26, 2019
    Latrell 'going through motions' in NRL
    A frank Latrell Mitchell has conceded his NRL game is not where he wants it to be at the Sydney Roosters this year and he's only been going through the motions.
  • Fri, Apr 26, 2019
    Robinson admits to lying over Lam
    Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says he kept playmaker Lachlan Lam's NRL starting a debut a secret to shield him from the Anzac Day hype.
  • Thu, Apr 25, 2019
    Croft kicks NRL match-winner for Storm
    Young Melbourne halfback Brodie Croft has slotted a late field goal to secure a 13-12 win over the Warriors in their Anzac Day NRL clash.
  • Thu, Apr 25, 2019
    Ponga says no more Mr Nice Guy at Knights
    Star Newcastle No.1 Kalyn Ponga has denied the battling NRL club have a "party atmosphere" but says players are guilty of being too nice to each other.
  • Wed, Apr 24, 2019
    Gould denies his Penrith reign a failure
    Outgoing Penrith general manager of football Phil Gould denies his time at the club should be considered a failure because he failed to oversee an NRL title.
  • Tue, Apr 23, 2019
    Brown experienced in saving Knights
    Under-pressure coach Nathan Brown says Newcastle can turn their NRL season around, backing his method of coaching and denying reports of a party culture
  • Tue, Apr 23, 2019
    Maloney focused on turning form around
    James Maloney is fighting a losing battle to keep his NSW State of Origin five-eighth jersey from Luke Keary, but knows he must first fix things at Penrith.
  • Tue, Apr 23, 2019
    Taumalolo poised for shock NRL return
    Jason Taumalolo is poised to make a shock NRL return from injury after being named in North Queensland's 21-man squad for Friday's clash with Canterbury.
  • Mon, Apr 22, 2019
    Parramatta set for record NRL home crowd
    A sellout crowd for the Bankwest Stadium opener between the Eels and Wests Tigers is expected to eclipse the record for a rugby league match in Parramatta.
  • Sun, Apr 21, 2019
    Eels to end long wait for new NRL home
    Parramatta winger Blake Ferguson will need a painkilling injection if he plays in their NRL match against the Wests Tigers at Bankwest Stadium.
  • Sat, Apr 20, 2019
    Asofa-Solomona escapes NRL ban for stomp
    Melbourne's Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been hit with a grade-one contrary conduct charge at the NRL judiciary but isn't facing a ban from playing.
  • Sat, Apr 20, 2019
    Mitchell magic conjures Roosters' NRL win
    Latrell Mitchell says kicking a match-winning field goal was a dream come true as he booted the Sydney Roosters to a 21-20 win over Melbourne in the NRL.
  • Sat, Apr 20, 2019
    Mitchell ready to cover for Rooster Keary
    The Sydney Roosters will call on match-winner Latrell Mitchell if Luke Keary fails to recover from a head knock for their Anzac Day clash with the Dragons.
  • Fri, Apr 19, 2019
    Roosters edge Storm in NRL golden point
    A Latrell Mitchell field-goal in extra time has given the Sydney Roosters a 21-20 win over Melbourne in a thrilling NRL grand final re-match.
  • Wed, Apr 17, 2019
    NRL round six preview panel
    A rematch of last year's grand final between the Sydney Roosters and Melbourne Storm is also a clash of the two form teams in round six of the NRL.
  • Wed, Apr 17, 2019
    Titans' injury adversity no excuse: James
    Injuries and suspension will shake up the Titans' side again this Sunday but captain Ryan James is certain they're good enough to scrap a win regardless.
  • Tue, Apr 16, 2019
    Broncos lose Lodge for Raiders clash
    Brisbane's NRL pack has copped another blow, with Matt Lodge to join Tevita Pangai Junior on the sidelines with a throat injury.
  • Tue, Apr 16, 2019
    Broncos tight amid NRL criticisms
    Brisbane winger Corey Oates' humour has come in handy during what he acknowledges has been a rocky start to the NRL season.
  • Sun, Apr 14, 2019
    Dragons could play de Belin next week
    St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor says he'll pick Jack de Belin if he wins a Federal Court challenge of his NRL ban and is mentally and physically fit.
  • Sun, Apr 14, 2019
    NRL set for biggest GF rematch in 15 years
    Friday's NRL clash between Melbourne and the Roosters will mark the first time a grand final rematch has coincided with a first-versus-second clash since 2004.
  • Sat, Apr 13, 2019
    Fonua-Blake stars but binned in NRL win
    Manly have won their third-straight NRL game, with Addin Fonua-Blake starring up front before being sin-binned for a high shot on Mitchell Pearce.
  • Sat, Apr 13, 2019
    NRL to probe ref as Nene faces surgery
    The NRL will investigate the failure of the referees to stop play during North Queensland's win over Melbourne while Nene Macdonald was down with a leg injury.
  • Sat, Apr 13, 2019
    Ogden unfazed by filling Napa's boots
    NRL rookie Ofahiki Ogden has a job ahead of him when he runs out for Canterbury against St George Illawarra but a chat with Dylan Napa has given him confidence.
  • Sat, Apr 13, 2019
    Wallace, Roberts lift struggling Titans
    Garth Brennan has given Queensland Origin incumbent Jarrod Wallace a pat on the back after he helped lift the NRL club to their first win of the season.
  • Fri, Apr 12, 2019
    Slow-starting Knights has Brown on edge
    Newcastle are staring down the barrel of what would be a surprising 1-4 start to the NRL season should they lose to Manly at home on Saturday.
  • Thu, Apr 11, 2019
    Cleary open to NRL points restructure
    Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has never been a fan of golden point, but is open to the idea of a points restructure rewarding teams that lose in extra time.
  • Thu, Apr 11, 2019
    Tigers to test young Broncos NRL pack
    Patrick Carrigan is the latest addition to a young Brisbane forward pack who enter their Wests Tigers NRL match with plenty of questions to answer.
  • Thu, Apr 11, 2019
    Titans must stick to NRL game plan: coach
    Gold Coast are hopeful of having Tyrone Roberts fit for their NRL clash with Penrith as Tyrone Peachey searches for his first win as a Titans player.
  • Wed, Apr 10, 2019
    Merrin a perfect Dragons option: Aitken
    St George Illawarra centre Euan Aitken says a Dragons return for Trent Merrin could be just what they need to cover any long-term absence of Jack de Belin.
  • Wed, Apr 10, 2019
    NFL-bound Holmes vows to silence doubters
    Former NRL star Valentine Holmes is promising to kick the door down and secure a place in the NFL after landing the chance to make a home at the New York Jets.
  • Wed, Apr 10, 2019
    Seibold's quirky defence of skipper Boyd
    Brisbane coach Anthony Seibold has backed embattled captain and fullback Darius Boyd to rebound after a substandard showing against the Roosters.
  • Wed, Apr 10, 2019
    Souths say loss a blessing in disguise
    South Sydney's Damien Cook says last week's NRL loss to Manly was a blessing in disguise because it forced them to fix issues which might have gone unnoticed.
  • Tue, Apr 09, 2019
    Bench return likely for Knights' Watson
    Connor Watson admits he'd be disappointed to go from a player in Newcastle's spine to a bench utility when he returns from a knee injury in the NRL.
  • Tue, Apr 09, 2019
    Dogs insist NRL pack will still have bite
    Canterbury are without a representative prop for just the fourth time since 2015 but insist their NRL pack is up for the fight against St George Illawarra.
  • Mon, Apr 08, 2019
    NRL star fined for not leaving NSW pub
    NSW State of Origin and Sydney Roosters star Latrell Mitchell has been fined for failing to leave a pub after getting into an argument with security.
  • Mon, Apr 08, 2019
    Pangai Jnr should have been binned: NRL
    The NRL's football boss Graham Annesley says Tevita Pangai Jnr should have been sin-binned for his late hit on Cooper Cronk, and he has sent a reminder to refs.
  • Mon, Apr 08, 2019
    Storm tight turnaround a test: Bellamy
    Unbeaten NRL competition frontrunners Melbourne will be tested by a five-day turnaround before they face North Queensland says their coach Craig Bellamy.
  • Mon, Apr 08, 2019
    Trbojevic's Origin hopes hanging by thread
    Tom Trbojevic is racing the clock to be fit for the State of Origin series opener, after the Manly fullback was ruled out for 6-9 weeks with a hamstring injury.
  • Sun, Apr 07, 2019
    Ferguson dusts off NRL rule book
    Parramatta winger Blake Ferguson has showcased his football nous after he exploited a little-known rule in Saturday's NRL win over Cronulla.
  • Sun, Apr 07, 2019
    Injury-hit Sharks sweat on Woods
    Cronulla prop Aaron Woods has suffered a suspected fractured foot in his side's 24-12 NRL loss to Parramatta at ANZ Stadium.
  • Sun, Apr 07, 2019
    Pangai has to control aggression: Fittler
    NSW coach Brad Fittler says Tevita Pangai Junior risks blowing his chance of a State of Origin call up unless he can learn to control his aggression.
  • Sat, Apr 06, 2019
    Trbojevic injured as DCE extra-time king
    Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic left the field with a hamstring injury before Daly Cherry-Evans kicked Manly to a 13-12 golden-point NRL win over South Sydney.