Roosters haven't had 80-minute performance yet: Tedesco The Sydney Roosters have been the NRL's best attacking team this season but James Tedesco sees room for improvement ahead of the finals series. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Young bags hat-trick as Roosters belt Eels in the wet The Sydney Roosters have continued their charge to the NRL finals by thrashing Parramatta at a rain-soaked Allianz Stadium. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
There might be no way back for Magic Weekend if Elland Road flops as host Newcastle has been the pick of previous host venues but the fixtures in Leeds at least offer hope of thrills on the pitch The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2024
Cherry-Evans' smarts shine through for Manly in big wet Daly Cherry-Evans has shown every bit of his 324 games of NRL experience to lead Manly to a 24-10 win over the Warriors, edging his side closer to the finals. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Dolphins' Farnworth peaks for Crichton stoush: Bennett Wayne Bennett says Herbie Farnworth has hit top form ahead of a pivotal centre battle with Canterbury's Stephen Crichton, the world's best in his position. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Storm's Hughes ready to embrace Kiwi face of league Jahrome Hughes could be the next face of rugby league in New Zealand after Shaun Johnson's retirement, and it will only make his football better at Melbourne. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
No bitterness for Payten as Holmes leaves Cowboys North Queensland coach Todd Payten is sad to see premiership-winning centre Valentine Holmes go, but says his departure frees up space for future stars. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Another blow for Panthers as Mitch Kenny faces ban Penrith look set to make two changes to their spine for the clash against Canberra after Mitch Kenny received a one-match ban after the loss to Melbourne. AAP · Aug 16, 2024
Melbourne consider mass resting late in NRL season Storm coach Craig Bellamy has confirmed he wants to manage his players' workloads in the final rounds, in a move that may affect the bottom of the top eight. AAP · Aug 15, 2024
Nathan Cleary set to return from injury for NRL finals NRL heavyweights Penrith have shared a positive update on Nathan Cleary's fitness after the halfback went down with a shoulder injury against Melbourne. AAP · Aug 15, 2024
Western Bears can thrive in Perth as NRL learn lessons from darker times New club with links to North Sydney will be a welcome addition but league must set them up for success to build on budding support in the west The Guardian - AU · Aug 15, 2024
Dragons vow to make finals for banned Flanagan St George Illawarra players say Kyle Flanagan's four-match ban for biting has given them more motivation to make the finals and allow for his week-one return. AAP · Aug 15, 2024
Maiden captain among first women in NRL's Hall of Fame The NRL has recognised the finest female players of the pre semi-professional era, elevating its first six women into the Hall of Fame. AAP · Aug 15, 2024
Brohman furious over Boyd's Hall of Fame appointment The NRL have drawn criticism over their appointment of Les Boyd to the Hall of Fame, with Daryl Brohman fuming over the announcement. AAP · Aug 14, 2024
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Penrith, Melbourne due for blockbuster reality Penrith and Melbourne have been the two best sides of the NRL for five years, but their matches have rarely lived up to blockbuster billing.
The Guardian - UK · Aug 14, 2024 Super League will benefit if Hull KR or Warrington can end title triopoly For almost two decades, three teams have dominated rugby league’s top tier – but that may be about to change
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Renouf credits Bennett promise for Hall of Fame honour NRL Hall of Fame inductee Steve Renouf says a guarantee from Wayne Bennett at a pivotal moment in his career gave him the drive to succeed as a Brisbane Bronco.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 'No more wasting talent': Hunt lauds WA's time to shine West Australian rugby league product Royce Hunt has lauded the imminent arrival of the Western Bears to the NRL competition.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Smith ready for Immortality after Hall of Fame call Cameron Smith is eligible to become rugby league's next Immortal, after the NRL confirmed he would at the very least be elevated into the game's Hall of Fame.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Royce Hunt wants to finish NRL career at Cronulla Cronulla's Royce Hunt is hoping to end his NRL career with the Sharks despite the club granting the prop permission to field offers from other NRL rivals.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Penrith ready to mimic Storm record as NRL heavyweights Penrith once saw Melbourne as an example of the powerhouse club they wanted to be. Now they can join them as the most consistent NRL side of the century.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 New Nikorima deal gives Woolf his dream Dolphins spine Ahead of his 200th NRL match against Canterbury, Dolphins playmaker Kodi Nikorima has joined key spine teammates in signing a new deal until the end of 2026.
AAP · Aug 14, 2024 Luai sees value in eventual Pasifika side in NRL Jarome Luai has pushed the case for a Polynesian side in future rounds of NRL expansion, pointing to the model of Moana Pasifika in Super Rugby.
AAP · Aug 13, 2024 Cowboys drop Townsend, Johnson back for Warriors Chad Townsend has been axed from North Queensland's halves a month out from the finals, while Shaun Johnson headlines a list of NRL returnees in round 24.
AAP · Aug 13, 2024 Uncomfortable viewing: Cowboys glad for Broncos wake-up North Queensland are determined to make amends for their shock loss in their NRL grudge match against Brisbane with a vital two points against Canberra.