Paps helps Storm embarrass Tigers with fantastic four Melbourne have delivered an almost flawless 80 minutes, thrashing Wests Tigers 64-0 to underline their NRL premiership credentials. AAP · May 11, 2025
Injured stars: Storm learn full cost of bittersweet win Melbourne have been left to count the costs of their win over Penrith, with Jahrome Hughes, Nick Meaney and Nelson Asofa-Solomona all injured. AAP · Mar 21, 2025
Storm enforcer gets nod as Panthers suffer late blow Storm enforcer Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been named to play his first NRL match since missing last year's grand final, while Penrith have lost another fullback. AAP · Mar 19, 2025
Storm wouldn't be human to not want revenge: Panthers Penrith used the motivation of their 2020 grand-final loss to Melbourne to shape their NRL dynasty and now they expect to cop a similar backlash from the Storm. AAP · Mar 18, 2025
No six appeal for Crichton as Manly name big guns Stephen Crichton will remain in the centres for Canterbury after being floated as a potential replacement for Matt Burton at No.6. AAP · Mar 18, 2025
Storm hopeful star forward escapes ban for GF rematch With Nelson Asofa-Solomona still "burning" about the 2024 NRL grand final, the Storm want to see the prop avoid another ban ahead of their next Panthers clash. AAP · Mar 17, 2025
Storm embracing NRL title favouritism: Papenhuyzen Ahead of their grand-final rematch with Penrith, Melbourne aren't shying away from the tag of NRL premiership picks according to fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen. AAP · Mar 13, 2025
Star recruit Utoikamanu opens up about Storm move Looking to challenge himself, Stefano Utoikamanu says he's getting comfortable with being uncomfortable after joining NRL heavyweights Melbourne. AAP · Feb 25, 2025
Robinson calls for harsher penalties on kick-off fouls Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson believes sending off players for high shots following kick-offs would improve player safety, rather than big rule changes. AAP · Nov 12, 2024
Happy Api: Koroisau set to serve NRL ban in Fiji Tests Wests Tigers captain Apisai Koroisau will be able to use the Pacific Championships to absorb his three-match NRL ban for a dangerous throw. AAP · Oct 9, 2024
Storm eager for Utoikamanu to help topple Penrith Shawn Blore says the arrival of Stefano Utoikamanu can further bolster Melbourne's forward pack as they seek to end Penrith's dominance. AAP · Oct 6, 2024
Storm's big four malfunction in face of Penrith machine Melbourne's much-vaunted spine quartet have come unstuck on the NRL's biggest stage in the Storm's 14-6 loss to Penrith. AAP · Oct 6, 2024
Why Storm have faith six-gamer Vaalepu will shine in GF Melbourne's Lazarus Vaalepu will become the least experienced NRL grand finalist since Steve Price in 1994 when he runs out against Penrith at Accor Stadium. AAP · Oct 5, 2024
Nothing untoward in tackle that injured Cleary: King Melbourne prop Josh King has addressed the tackle that aggravated Nathan Cleary's shoulder injury as the Storm prepare to face Penrith in the NRL grand final. AAP · Oct 3, 2024
AAP · Sep 30, 2024 Storm bolter gets title nod after Asofa-Solomona ban With just six NRL games under his belt, Melbourne bolter Lazarus Vaalepu is the least experienced player to line up for an NRL grand final.
AAP · Sep 29, 2024 Asofa-Solomona fails to overturn NRL ban, will miss GF Melbourne's Nelson Asofa-Solomona will miss the NRL grand final after failing to have his high tackle charge downgraded.
AAP · Sep 27, 2024 Asofa-Solomona hit with long ban, risks missing GF Melbourne will consult lawyers before deciding whether to fight Nelson Asofa-Solomona's four-game ban, in a bid to have him available for the NRL grand final.
AAP · Sep 27, 2024 Storm trio declare they'll be fine for NRL grand final Melbourne's Dally M favourite Jahrome Hughes, captain Harry Grant and centre Nick Meaney are all adamant injuries won't rule them out of the NRL grand final.
AAP · Sep 26, 2024 NAS and JWH to square off in battle of the big men The Storm and the Roosters have a long, fiery history, with big men Nelson Asofa-Solomona and Jared Waerea-Hargreaves expected to butt heads in the final.
AAP · Sep 25, 2024 How JWH can help Roosters conquer Nelson-inspired Storm Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been backed to cut Storm giant Nelson Asofa-Solomona down to size as the Sydney Roosters aim to end their hoodoo against Melbourne.
AAP · Sep 24, 2024 Munster 'excited' to be target for Roosters bruiser Melbourne star Cameron Munster isn't shying away from an anticipated physical challenge from Jared Waerea-Hargreaves in Friday's NRL preliminary final.
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 2, 2024 Storm keeping focus on finals rather than Broncos' woes Melbourne prop Tui Kamikamica says the Storm have spoken about keeping focus when they face a bitterly disappointed Broncos side who have missed the NRL finals.
AAP · Aug 23, 2024 Melbourne prepared for Dolphins threat Craig Bellamy is expecting former Melbourne trio Felise Kaufusi and the Bromwich brothers, Jesse and Kenny to be fired up as the Dolphins hunt a finals berth.
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.