The Latest Breaking News from Chad Townsend

Roosters star Radley 'hurt' by links to Smith case

Trent Robinson has launched a staunch defence of Victor Radley after the Sydney Roosters star was dragged into a police probe centred around Brandon Smith.

AAP · Aug 28, 2025

Smith cleared to play for Souths despite police charges

The NRL has decided Brandon Smith can play for South Sydney in the final round, despite the hooker being charged with drug supply and a betting offence.

AAP · Aug 26, 2025

Townsend closes curtain on premiership-winning career

Chad Townsend has announced he will retire at the end of 2025, ending a career that included more than 250 NRL games and a premiership at Cronulla.

AAP · Jul 29, 2025

Robinson can't see Manu returning to Roosters this year

If Joey Manu returns to Australia this year, Trent Robinson doesn't believe it'll be at the Sydney Roosters where he became an NRL star across 181 games.

AAP · Apr 10, 2025

Mitchell at five-eighth, Townsend cut in halves changes

The NRL is preparing for a halves shake-up in round six as Penrith, the Sydney Roosters, Newcastle and South Sydney confirm key changes.

AAP · Apr 8, 2025

Townsend under microscope as Roosters' season falters

Chad Townsend is facing increased scrutiny for his role in the Sydney Roosters' early-season struggles, something hooker Connor Watson believes is unfair.

AAP · Apr 7, 2025

Changing of the guard as Roosters enter next evolution

Trent Robinson says his side shouldn't be underestimated just because they have said goodbye to some 1000 NRL games of experience over the off-season.

AAP · Mar 5, 2025

Tedesco won't overplay hand like he has in past

James Tedesco admits he has tried to do too much when the Sydney Roosters have been undermanned in previous years, but says it won't happen in 2025.

AAP · Mar 4, 2025

Ted talks: Sydney Roosters' top priority after exodus

The Sydney Roosters face several personnel changes in key attacking positions for 2025, but fixing up the club's defence must be the top priority.

AAP · Feb 10, 2025

Purdue in three-way battle to play halfback for Cowboys

North Queensland young gun Jaxon Purdue wants to partner Tom Dearden in the halves this year, while his versatility has him in the frame to be in the top 17.

AAP · Jan 9, 2025