How Chiefs target healed family feud after Storm snub Marcus Bai was furious with how son Cooper rejected Melbourne but says the forward is showing greater maturity in his decision-making this time around. AAP · 3h ago
Rising star arrives in PNG, set to join expansion club The PNG Chiefs' coach and CEO have rolled out the red carpet for Cooper Bai in Port Moresby, with the youngster expected to sign with the new NRL team. AAP · 16h ago
PNG Chiefs unveil logo and jersey for first NRL season amid naming dispute with rival code Design includes face of a chief and cultural drawings by artist Tabu after NZ Rugby injunction over use of Chiefs moniker was denied in the high court The Guardian - AU · 18h ago
'True identity': PNG Chiefs unveil new logo amid drama The Chiefs have launched their new logo in Port Moresby as PNG Prime Minister James Marape told Australian taxpayers their contribution "won't be in vain". AAP · 19h ago
Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick' Australia's No.7 Sam Walker will make his Test debut alongside halves partner Tom Dearden, with whom he shares a long family history and a strong rapport. AAP · Oct 20
'Too big': Tiley's ex-2IC fears for Abdo as Open boss Former NRL boss Andrew Abdo is facing a baptism of fire as Australian Open tournament director and Craig Tiley's one-time deputy is tipping he may not last. AAP · Oct 20
'Toughest man alive' leads PNG towards World Cup dream Papua New Guinea hooker Edwin Ipape has been hailed as the linchpin figure most likely to lead the Kumuls to World Cup glory. AAP · Oct 20
The 110kg reason Leniu made Parramatta switch Spencer Leniu has discussed the motivations behind his move to NRL strugglers Parramatta after finishing his time at the Sydney Roosters with a premiership. AAP · Oct 19
Veteran Martin leads from front in final PNG campaign A stylish 14 points from veteran Papua New Guinea forward Rhyse Martin has highlighted the Kumuls' opening World Cup win over Lebanon. AAP · Oct 17
England’s World Cup test against Tonga will show where power really lies in rugby league England begin their tournament on Saturday with a must-win fixture in Perth that can inject some optimism into the European game The Guardian - UK · Oct 16
The ‘difficult’ memory driving England ahead of Rugby League World Cup opener against Tonga Captain George Williams is drawing on the painful memories of the 2022 semi-final loss to Samoa The Independent UK · Oct 16
Best rugby betting sites: Top 10 rugby bookmakers in 2026 The best bookmakers for betting on rugby union and rugby league this year, and how their welcome offers stack up Evening Standard · Oct 16
Judge sides with NRL over NZ Rugby on Chiefs name Rugby league has struck the first blow in the Chief name wars, with New Zealand Rugby's urgent injunction denied ahead of the new PNG NRL club's jersey reveal. AAP · Oct 16
Jets look to NRL neighbours for inspiration Newcastle captain James Delianov says last season's A-League Men premiers are drawing inspiration from their NRL neighbours in their search for more silverware. AAP · Oct 16
AAP · Oct 16 'Decision next year': Nawaqanitawase keeps options open Rugby Australia may believe Mark Nawaqanitawase is returning to rugby to wear the Wallabies gold, but the super talent insists he's keeping his options open.
AAP · Oct 16 Samrani savours Lebanon debut seven years in the making Parramatta centre Jordan Samrani has waited seven years to represent Lebanon after being robbed of the chance as a 17-year-old.
The Guardian - AU · Oct 15 Australia 24-22 New Zealand: men’s Rugby League World Cup – as it happened The Kangaroos snatch victory from the Kiwis as Jack Bostock scores hat-trick of tries in the tournament opener at Allianz Stadium
AAP · Oct 15 England eye World Cup redemption as Tonga clash looms England will start as underdogs against Tonga on Saturday, and the World Cup's cut-throat pool structure means the loser will be on the brink of elimination.
AAP · Oct 15 'Lot to re-learn': Kiss's shock take on code-hopper In a development that will be music to Peter V'landys's ears, Wallabies coach Les Kiss isn't rolling out the red carpet for returning star Mark Nawaqanitawase.
AAP · Oct 15 One Raider locked in, another out as November 1 looms Canberra have made a big off-season halfback move while Parramatta have locked down a star forward for another season.
AAP · Oct 15 How prop with the NRL's most Italian name got PNG call Luca Moretti was a surprise call up for Papua New Guinea, with the Parramatta prop shedding light on the links that will hand him a Kumuls debut this weekend.
AAP · Oct 14 World Cup blow for England as injury scuppers NRL star England have suffered a blow to their rugby league World Cup hopes after Canberra forward Morgan Smithies suffered a tournament-ending injury.
AAP · Oct 14 No Moses but Conti can lead Lebanon to promised land Lebanon are without Mitchell Moses and Adam Doueihi for this World Cup but impressive Canterbury young gun Alex Conti gets his chance at No.7.
The Independent UK · Oct 14 The Rugby League World Cup is a mess – but offers a vital opportunity RUGBY LEAGUE WORLD CUP: After two hosts pulled out, rugby league has turned to its land of plenty as Australia hosts four tournaments – Harry Latham-Coyle explains why it could prove a pivotal period for the sport
AAP · Oct 14 'Prove people wrong': Luai warning after Tigers exit Samoan teammate Stephen Crichton is keen to see Jarome Luai silence the haters after his PNG Chiefs move was widely blamed for derailing Wests Tigers season.