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Papali'i ready to rebound with Panthers after 'plateau'

Isaiah Papali'i has admitted his career stalled at the Wests Tigers, but says he's feeling more physically fit and mentally locked at Penrith.

AAP · Feb 18, 2025

Canberra Raiders earmark Pattie as long-term hooker

Canberra have re-signed up-and-coming hooker Owen Pattie, as Tyrone Munro and Brodie Jones ink new NRL deals of their own.

AAP · Feb 18, 2025

AFL and NRL pre-seasons are among the longest in world sport – here’s why

Australia’s love affair with the major football codes – the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) – is well documented. However, one aspect that stands out to many observers, particularly those overseas, is the length of these leagues’ pre-seasons.

The Conversation · Feb 17, 2025

Dragons see off Roosters in NRL trial win

Kyle Flanagan has helped lead St George Illawarra to a 26-8 NRL trial win over the Sydney Roosters.

AAP · Feb 16, 2025

Paix makes claim for No.9 as Broncos smash Titans

Brisbane have massacred Gold Coast 50-12 in Toowoomba, with Cory Paix, Kobe Hetherington and Brendan Piakura all making strong claims to play in round one.

AAP · Feb 16, 2025

Manly confident Paseka's injured shoulder no issue

Taniela Paseka suffered shoulder pain in Manly's pre-season trial win over South Sydney, but Sea Eagles officials are confident the injury is not serious.

AAP · Feb 15, 2025

Metcalf breathes life into Warriors' attack

Luke Metcalf has steered the Warriors to a 36-10 pre-season win over Melbourne in Hamilton, showing he can be the NRL club's new attacking leader.

AAP · Feb 15, 2025

Dolphins thrash Cowboys to give Woolf a great headache

The Dolphins, brilliantly led by half Sean O'Sullivan and his fellow spine members, dismantled North Queensland 50-8 in an NRL trial boilover in Cairns.

AAP · Feb 14, 2025

Brown makes statement in bright new Ryles rule at Eels

Parramatta beat Newcastle 44-18 as scrutinised star Dylan Brown shone and new fullback Isaiah Iongi showed there is life after Clint Gutherson.

AAP · Feb 14, 2025

Maguire, Walters reveal shock Brisbane coaching switch

Brisbane coach Michael Maguire outlines the day when he knew he wanted to return to the NRL club scene as Kevin Walters admits his shock at being axed.

AAP · Feb 14, 2025