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NRL defends concussion doctors amid coaches' backlash

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has hit back at coaches criticising the NRL's concussion protocols.

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Fifita vows NRL contract talks won't hurt his football

David Fifita has promised to ensure the ongoing speculation around his future won't impact his football after starring in Gold Coast's round-one win.

AAP

Dolphins teen Katoa embraces Phil Jauncey mental skills

Teenage No.6 Isaiya Katoa has thanked a renowned sports psychologist after bouncing back superbly from a shaky start in the Dolphins' NRL debut win.

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Bennett pledge inspired Kaufusi's Dolphins stunner

Felise Kaufusi won the Artie Legacy Medal as man of the match in the Dolphins 28-18 win over the Roosters after a former teammate brought out his brutal edge.

AAP

Radley, Lodge add to Roosters fitness woes after loss

The Sydney Roosters have key players racing the clock to be fit for round two with coach Trent Robinson unsure about Jared Waerea-Hargeaves or Joey Manu.

AAP

Wayne Bennett praises Dolphins after making winning start in NRL with 28-18 defeat of Sydney Roosters

Just as he did with the Broncos 35 years ago, Wayne Bennett guides the Dolphins to victory in their premiership debut, admitting his side was given little chance of beating the Sydney Roosters.

ABC News

Why the NRL's independent doctor was right to order Kalyn Ponga to undertake a concussion test

Fortunately most doctors, by nature of their profession, are inclined to err on the side of caution.

Newcastle Herald

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Wayne Bennett’s Dolphins flip the script to ambush Sydney Roosters in NRL boilover

The Dolphins defeated the Sydney Roosters in a major round one upset with the NRL’s 17th team springing a boilover victory before 32,177 fans at Suncorp

The Guardian - AU

Dolphins thump Roosters, cap fairtyale NRL debut

Wayne Bennett's Dolphins have rocked the Sydney Roosters 28-18 on debut, with enforcer Felise Kaufusi winning the Artie Legacy Medal for a brutal display.

AAP

‘Jumping at shadows’: NRL coaches go to war with League chiefs over on-field concussions

After a weekend of drama, confusion and criticism from NRL coaches, CEO Andrew Abdo has been forced to defend its management of on-field concussions

The Guardian - AU

Graham, Rapana set for long NRL bans after big hits

Cronulla veteran Wade Graham and Canberra winger Jordan Rapana have both been charged by the NRL and face bans of up to four matches.

AAP

The Super League war and the brutal death of the South Queensland Crushers

As the NRL's newest team prepare for their first game, learn the story of the end of the South Queensland Crushers, the Brisbane giants who could have been.

ABC News

Meninga's warning to Rabbitohs over Latrell Mitchell

Test coach and league legend Mal Meninga says South Sydney would be wise to rest Latrell Mitchell from training to keep the NRL superstar on the field in 2023.

AAP

NRL don't trust coaches on concussions: Ricky Stuart

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart agrees with Dolphins mentor Wayne Bennett that clubs should be back in sole control of identifying player concussions.

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'The NRL doesn't trust coaches': Ricky Stuart, Wayne Bennett call for changes to NRL concussion-spotting system

Canberra coach Ricky Stuart has joined the chorus of coaches calling for an overhaul to the NRL's current procedure for spotting concussions.

AAP

Townsend kicks Cowboys past resilient Raiders

Chad Townsend has kicked North Queensland to a one-point NRL season-opening win over Canberra with a field goal five minutes from time.

AAP

Trbojevic all clear after Manly start season with win

Tom Trbojevic has brushed aside any concerns over his fitness after he and Daly Cherry-Evans starred in Manly's 31-6 NRL season-opening win over Canterbury.

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Haas excited by Fifita's potential Broncos return

Payne Haas would love to see David Fifita back at the Broncos but says he won't be the one trying to lure him to Red Hill.

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Bennett gives Katoa a boost as Dolphins dawn looms

Wayne Bennett says teenage playmaker Isaiya Katoa is up to the challenge against the Sydney Roosters, as the Dolphins lose Herman Ese'ese to a pectoral injury.

AAP

Leave concussion calls to clubs, not NRL: Bennett

Wayne Bennett wants the NRL to put the onus for identifying need for concussion checks after on-field head knocks back solely on the clubs.

AAP

Api times: Tigers expect to see instant Koroisau impact

Tim Sheens believes Api Koroisau will have an immediate impact on the Wests Tigers when their NRL season gets underway on Sunday.

Newcastle Herald

Toohey's News: Twin Towers key to Knights' rebuild

No one will carry more responsibility or have a bigger role to play than them.

ABC News

The story of the South Queensland Crushers' arrival on the Brisbane rugby league scene in 1995

The NRL is going back to the future as they add another team to Brisbane. But a quarter of a century ago, the South Queensland Crushers were the first team to try and share territory with the Broncos. This is their story.

Leeds Live

Sam Lisone not included in Leeds Rhinos squad as Rohan Smith makes hooker change

The Rhinos take on St Helens at the Totally Wicked Stadium.

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Ivan Cleary confident Panthers will rediscover NRL zip

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary says it's natural his side wouldn't begin their premiership defence in top gear after suffering an opening loss to Brisbane.

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