'Gone begging': 2021 Storm failure still fires Munster Melbourne No.6 Cameron Munster is still driven by the hurt of not winning the 2021 NRL title after the side smashed records and claimed the minor premiership. AAP · Sep 10, 2024
Cleary closes in on return after shoulder workout Penrith teammates expect Nathan Cleary to play in the qualifying final against the Sydney Roosters, after the halfback had his biggest test yet on his shoulder. AAP · Sep 9, 2024
Clifford lives up to his promise of returning to NRL Cowboys half Jake Clifford knew he wasn't done with the NRL when he moved to England at age 24, but he didn't expect a finals return to come so quickly. AAP · Sep 9, 2024
There’s always next year: what drives the fans of teams that always lose? All too rare victories, countless floggings, years of heartache and perennially dashed hopes – following serial losers cannot be explained rationally The Guardian - AU · Sep 9, 2024
Hynes embraces scrutiny, sees silver lining in injury Nicho Hynes says he has learned to embrace the scrutiny with his job as Cronulla's halfback, after returning from an ankle injury for the NRL finals. AAP · Sep 9, 2024
Rivals warn Penrith, Storm that finals are no cakewalk Penrith and Melbourne are the firm favourites to play in this year's NRL grand final, but history shows the top two teams rarely face off in the decider. AAP · Sep 9, 2024
'Ugly duckling' Knights book finals spot, oust Dolphins Kalyn Ponga set up both tries as Newcastle snuck into the NRL's top eight and ended the Dolphins' dream of playing finals in their second season. AAP · Sep 8, 2024
New recruits primed to steel ill-disciplined Dragons St George Illawarra fans have more signings to look forward to as coach Shane Flanagan eyes adding new steel to his side following a disappointing NRL season. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Ciraldo adamant Bulldogs' woes can be easily fixed Canterbury have endured their two worst weeks of the season on the eve of the NRL's finals, but coach Cameron Ciraldo is adamant things can be turned around. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Panthers book home final with nervy win over Gold Coast Penrith have secured second spot on the NRL ladder with a surprisingly hard-fought win over 14th-placed Gold Coast at Penrith Park. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Big Red answers Raiders prayers with miracle late try In possibly his last game for the club, Canberra prop Corey Horsburgh sealed a thrilling comeback victory over St George to keep their slim finals hopes alive. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Brooks leans on Leichhardt abuse for finals preparation Luke Brooks is set to end a long wait to play finals in his first season at Manly, and he is ready to lean on the abuse of Wests Tigers fans to prepare him. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Crichton free for NRL finals but Koroisau cops big ban Sydney Roosters second-rower Angus Crichton has dodged suspension for raising his forearm into the neck of South Sydney forward Tallis Duncan. AAP · Sep 7, 2024
Mother's fears almost halted Nawaqanitawase's NRL dream No one was happier to see Sydney Roosters recruit Mark Nawaqanitawase safely complete his first NRL game than his mother Fiona. AAP · Sep 6, 2024
AAP · Sep 6, 2024 Marshall backs Tigers' rebuild path, despite spoon Benji Marshall says he has no interest in rushing Wests Tigers' rebuild, adamant the club is on track with its long-term plans despite another wooden spoon.
AAP · Sep 6, 2024 Eels hand Tigers spoon, amid fears for Brown's knee Dylan Brown has suffered a serious knee injury after helping Parramatta avoid the wooden spoon as they handed last place to Wests Tigers with a 60-26 flogging.
AAP · Sep 6, 2024 Bulldogs blood debutants after Addo-Carr, Skelton hurt Injured wingers Josh Addo-Carr and Jeral Skelton will miss Canterbury's crucial clash against North Queensland.
AAP · Sep 6, 2024 Dragons, Raiders can't believe in rugby league miracle St George Illawarra and Canberra need a rugby league miracle to make the finals, but neither side will go out chasing a win of 80 points.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Dolphins dynamo Fuller proves 'too small' critics wrong Dolphins fullback Trai Fuller was told he was too small to make it, but he was determined to follow in the footsteps of heroes Matt Bowen and Preston Campbell.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Walters insists current roster can reboot Broncos Broncos coach Kevin Walters is reluctant to go to market for new players in 2025, insisting the talent is 'inside the building' to improve the club's fortunes.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Rampant Storm consign Broncos to worst ever ladder fall Melbourne lost fullback Sua Fa'alogo to injury and forward Eliesa Katoa was put on report in a 50-12 thrashing of Brisbane at Suncorp Stadium.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Knights prepared for golden point in top-eight shootout Newcastle coach Adam O'Brien expects a tense finish to his side's must-win match against the Dolphins, with the winner guaranteed a berth in the NRL finals.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Close to 50 NRL players walk finals judiciary tightrope The NRL's judiciary system that punishes players for prior offences has the potential to bite several players on the eve of the finals.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Dolphin Bromwich not ready to say goodbye just yet Sunday's do-or-die clash with Newcastle could be the last NRL game of Dolphins captain Jesse Bromwich's career, but a farewell is the last thing on his mind.
AAP · Sep 5, 2024 Mitchell says he's fit as Souths NRL stoush drags on Latrell Mitchell has taken to social media to ask for answers from the NRL, as South Sydney sought legal advice in their bid to wipe his NRL ban in 2024.