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Ikin: QRL backs Brisbane Tigers to be 18th NRL team

The plan by the newly launched Brisbane Tigers bid to develop the game in Brisbane's western corridor is key to why the QRL is backing their NRL plans.

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QRL boss Ikin targets Bennett, explains Broncos exit

QRL CEO Ben Ikin remains great friends with Brisbane coach Kevin Walters and says their robust discussions when he was head of football benefited the club.

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Tigers to make multi-year offer to keep Luke Brooks

Wests Tigers coach Tim Sheens has declared his club will make an offer to keep Luke Brooks, batting away claims the off-contract halfback needs a fresh start.

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No Munster, no worries in halves for Bennett's Dolphins

Wayne Bennett may not have superstar halves but says the players he does have are doing a "great job" ahead of the Dolphins NRL clash with the Melbourne Storm.

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Chilli Sydney camp to 'galvanise' Cowboys: Todd Payten

The North Queensland Cowboys might love the tropical heat but an extended and chilly Sydney camp has come at just the right time, says coach Todd Payten.

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Eels set a fresh challenge for in-form Cartwright

As Parramatta fight to save their NRL season, captain Clint Gutherson is priming Bryce Cartwright to take his career-best form to a new level.

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Qatar make shock bid to stage 2025 Rugby League World Cup after France pull plug

Qatar are expected to make a bid to stage another major global sporting event, following on from their hosting of the football World Cup in 2022

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Queensland stalwart Josh Papali'i announces retirement from State of Origin

Billy Slater's Maroons have been dealt a blow on the eve of the 2023 State of Origin series, with Raiders prop Josh Papali'i standing down from Queensland selection.

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North Queensland Cowboys player Luciano Leilua free to play in NRL as domestic violence charges dropped

The 26-year-old North Queensland Cowboys back-rower had been stood down since he was arrested and charged in October, but is now free to join the 22-man squad for Saturday's clash against Wests Tigers.

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Who are the Brisbane Tigers and are they serious about getting an NRL franchise?

Call them the Dolphins 2.0 — a Queensland footy club with decades of rich rugby league history who want to be included in the national competition. But can a fifth Queensland franchise cut it in the NRL?

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Qatar emerges as surprise contender to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup

The Gulf nation has never played an international rugby league match.

The Independent UK

Brisbane Tigers announce bid for 18th NRL team licence

One of the oldest clubs in Australian rugby league has launched a bid to become the NRL’s 18th team after opening a new $10m stadium

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand rugby league chiefs raise hope of World Cup after France pulls out

New Zealand emerged on Tuesday as a possible venue for the 2025 rugby league World Cup following France's decision to pull out as hosts of the tournament.

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Ex-England boss Tony Smith hopeful for RLWC 2025 solution after France pull plug

Hull FC chief was in charge of England during the 2008 World Cup and is disappointed to see France pull out from hosting the 2025 event but still sees a way forward for the troubled tournament

The Guardian - AU

New Zealand ponders bid to host 2025 Rugby League World Cup with Australia

NRL chief says France’s withdrawal is ‘disappointing’ but NZRL says it would be a great opportunity for Indigenous and Pasifika communities

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St George Illawarra Dragons axe coach Anthony Griffin after poor start to NRL season

The team is equal last on the NRL ladder after a sixth straight defeat at the weekend, with club bosses saying the performances this season have not met expectations.

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2025 Rugby League World Cup in doubt after France pull out of staging event

The 2025 Rugby League World Cup is in serious doubt after the hosts, France, confirmed they would not be able to stage the tournament due to funding cuts

Daily Mirror

Rugby League World Cup plans in turmoil after France pull plug on 2025

France become second host to bail on hosting the 2025 tournament due to financial difficulties leaving international rugby league facing yet more turmoil and chaos

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Leeds Rhinos suffer Sam Walters blow as young forward makes decision on future

Walters will leave the club at the end of the season.

Newcastle Herald

Former NRL star Jarryd Hayne jailed for raping woman in the Hunter

The former footballer's dramatic fall from grace is complete.

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Through many rugby league lives and 300 NRL games, St George Illawarra's Ben Hunt has never stopped fighting

Ben Hunt has endured plenty of trials and tribulations through his long NRL career. Now preparing for his 300th first-grade match, the Queensland Origin star shows no sign of slowing down, writes Nick Campton.

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Outback Rugby League returns to remote NSW communities

After a near-death last year and months of hard work behind the scenes, the Wilcannia Boomerangs and Menindee Yabbies have rejoined a four-team competition.

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Nicho Hynes's journey to NRL superstardom to come full circle when he faces Manly Sea Eagles

Nicho Hynes took the long way to NRL glory. It's a journey that began with his forgotten stint with the Manly Sea Eagles, writes Nick Campton.

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