Why I re-signed: Ponga excited by Knights' form surge Newcastle skipper Kalyn Ponga's decision to re-sign long-term has been reaffirmed following the Knights' thrilling win over South Sydney. AAP · May 3
Luckless Rabbitoh sidelined for another month Brandon Smith is set for another stint on the sidelines, with the South Sydney forward's calf injury more serious than originally anticipated. AAP · May 2
Knights welcome back stars as Tigers ring changes Newcastle's best player Kalyn Ponga is back to take on South Sydney as Benji Marshall performs spinal surgery after the loss of two Wests Tigers guns. AAP · Apr 28
Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal Scott Drinkwater has signed a three-year deal to join St George Illawarra from 2027 in a major boost for the long-time NRL strugglers. AAP · Apr 25
Manly vow to take pressure off Turbo amid latest injury Jason Saab insists Manly have no point to prove without Tom Trbojevic as statistics show just how great an influence the injured fullback has on his team. AAP · Apr 23
Gruesome throat injury sidelines Knight for a month Important forwards Dylan Lucas and Tyson Frizell have joined an increasingly busy casualty ward at NRL improvers Newcastle. AAP · Apr 14
Best joins busy Knights casualty ward for up to month Former State of Origin centre Bradman Best is expected to miss up to a month with the groin injury he suffered in Newcastle's defeat of Canberra. AAP · Apr 6
Ford, Boyd dazzle as Warriors keep dream start rolling The Warriors have kept their unbeaten start to the NRL season in tact after dismantling an undermanned and error-riddled Newcastle at McDonald Jones Stadium. AAP · Mar 21
Ponga out for up to two months in Knights double blow Newcastle will need to contend without their two biggest stars for the coming weeks after both Kalyn Ponga and Dylan Brown suffered injuries in round two. AAP · Mar 16
Knights suffer $3 million blow in big win over Manly Newcastle lost their two highest-paid players to injury in the first half against Manly, but it didn't stop them beating an ordinary Sea Eagles outfit 36-16. AAP · Mar 15
'Deepest sense of belonging': Ponga switches to NZ Superstar Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga is available to represent New Zealand after a meeting of the International Rugby League board. AAP · Mar 11
Brown ready to revert to old role for Knights Newcastle's attack took a step forward in Vegas, but Dylan Brown is happy to relinquish organising responsibilities if Fletcher Sharpe's injury forces a change. AAP · Mar 2
Cowboys' Vegas pain continues as winger suspended North Queensland winger Braidon Burns has received a two-match ban for his high shot on Kalyn Ponga during the Cowboys' loss in Las Vegas. AAP · Mar 1
Knights relief for Fletcher with Ponga still main man Kalyn Ponga remains the most important man in Newcastle's attack, inspiring the Knights to a 28-18 season-opening win over North Queensland in Las Vegas. AAP · Mar 1
AAP · Feb 28 Knights need halves to stick after Sharpe Vegas opening Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook says the fact his three key spine players are run-first footballers is a positive for the Knights, not a cause for concern.
AAP · Feb 27 Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7 Dylan Brown said he is ready to deal with the pressure of being the NRL's highest-paid halfback - and there is one thing that he must change when wearing No.7.
AAP · Feb 27 The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top Reece Walsh enters 2026 with more attention on him than any other player, but few fullbacks have been able to back up untouchable seasons year after year.
AAP · Feb 17 Sharks' Test duo excited by Origin rule change Cronulla Test stars Addin Fonua-Blake and Briton Nikora are keen to play State of Origin finally after a long wait.
AAP · Feb 15 Fonua-Blake, Ponga to benefit from big Origin change The NRL has made the biggest change to State of Origin eligibility rules in the game's history, with New Zealand also set to benefit from the overhaul.
AAP · Feb 10 Kalyn Ponga would consider shock switch to New Zealand Kalyn Ponga is open to switching allegiances to play international footy for New Zealand, once he produces consistent form for Newcastle.
AAP · Feb 10 Knights launch Brown era as Titans say hello to Bai Newcastle's hope for a new golden age gets its first moment in the sun as Dylan Brown gets set to play five-eighth for the Knights for the first time.
AAP · Sep 10, 2025 The Warriors youngster touted to be the next Benji Leka Halasima could become the first Warrior in history to win Dally M Rookie of the Year, but that might just be the beginning for the talented forward.
AAP · Jul 19, 2025 Speculation a 'kick in the guts' for Knights coach Adam O'Brien has addressed media reports that Newcastle have decided he will not be their coach after the 2025 NRL season.
AAP · Jul 17, 2025 Newcastle No.1 insists he's committed to Knights Kalyn Ponga has affirmed his commitment to Newcastle amid speculation the gun fullback could be lured to rugby union.
AAP · Jul 15, 2025 Newcastle Knights players unaware of key duo departing While rumours are buzzing about coach Adam O'Brien being sacked and skipper Kalyn Ponga switching codes, Newcastle players say they haven't been told anything.