Dearden gets new No.7 partner as Cowboys rope young gun The off-season exits of three veterans has opened up the race for key North Queensland outside backs spots ahead of the Melbourne Storm trial. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
AFL fans expected to fork out as Saturday live coverage goes behind paywall in 2025 The head of Foxtel says AFL fans will ‘run towards the light’ this season and subscribe to its pay TV service or sports streaming platform Kayo The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2025
NRL players to be given loose leash in Las Vegas If Warriors coach Andrew Webster runs into one of his players on the infamous Las Vegas Strip late at night, he won't react in the way you might expect. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
Sea Eagles embrace chaos in bid to end capitulations Anthony Seibold hopes a summer of training chaos, with weekly mystery sessions, can help eradicate Manly's habit of cracking amid adversity in the NRL. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
Canberra Raiders earmark Pattie as long-term hooker Canberra have re-signed up-and-coming hooker Owen Pattie, as Tyrone Munro and Brodie Jones ink new NRL deals of their own. AAP · Feb 18, 2025
AFL and NRL pre-seasons are among the longest in world sport – here’s why Australia’s love affair with the major football codes – the Australian Football League (AFL) and National Rugby League (NRL) – is well documented. However, one aspect that stands out to many observers, particularly those overseas, is the length of these leagues’ pre-seasons. The Conversation · Feb 17, 2025
Nawaqanitawase undaunted by being centre of attention Code-hopper Mark Nawaqanitawase has brushed off concerns about his ability to handle the centre position at the Sydney Roosters. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
'A nightmare': Bronco Ben in bench battle of beasts Brisbane's tall timber Ben Te Kura has impressed Payne Haas and put himself in contention for an NRL bench spot, as have two other hulks in the pack. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
Dodd warns Souths attack won't hit top gear immediately South Sydney halfback Lewis Dodd has warned it will take time for he and Rabbitohs players to feel confident together after his arrival from England. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
'Do I know you?': axed NRL star's line before pub spit A heated argument between former St George Illawarra player Talatau Junior Amone and a woman at a pub ended with him spitting in her face, a court has heard. AAP · Feb 17, 2025
Peter V’landys issues plea to Donald Trump to attend NRL showcase in Las Vegas The US president has been invited to attend rugby league’s season-launching showcase in Las Vegas next month during a blitz on American television The Guardian - AU · Feb 17, 2025
Burgess brothers tread very different paths after Super League showdown Sam’s Warrington enjoy 20-12 win against Tom’s Huddersfield in latest twist of the family tale The Guardian - UK · Feb 16, 2025
Walters won't give up Broncos No.9 jersey without fight Cory Paix has thrown out a challenge to Billy Walters to be Brisbane's new starting hooker as the battle reaches its climax. AAP · Feb 16, 2025
Dragons see off Roosters in NRL trial win Kyle Flanagan has helped lead St George Illawarra to a 26-8 NRL trial win over the Sydney Roosters. AAP · Feb 16, 2025
AAP · Feb 16, 2025 Galvin on song as Tigers pipped by Dogs in NRL trial Wests Tigers' Lachlan Galvin was the standout performer in a 40-minute cameo as his side fell to a 20-14 trial loss to Canterbury.
AAP · Feb 15, 2025 Maoris call on NRL to prevent All Stars absences Maori coach Adam Blair says the NRL must police and enforce the availability of players in the All Stars matches.
AAP · Feb 15, 2025 Maori edge hard-fought All Stars clash over Indigenous The Maori have avoided a third-straight All Stars loss by claiming a gritty 10-6 win over the Indigenous side.
AAP · Feb 15, 2025 Souths set to face scrutiny over pre-season game delay Manly have defeated South Sydney in a high-scoring NRL pre-season match, with questions emerging about why the start of the game was delayed for 100 minutes.
AAP · Feb 15, 2025 Metcalf breathes life into Warriors' attack Luke Metcalf has steered the Warriors to a 36-10 pre-season win over Melbourne in Hamilton, showing he can be the NRL club's new attacking leader.
AAP · Feb 14, 2025 Dolphins thrash Cowboys to give Woolf a great headache The Dolphins, brilliantly led by half Sean O'Sullivan and his fellow spine members, dismantled North Queensland 50-8 in an NRL trial boilover in Cairns.
AAP · Feb 14, 2025 Maguire, Walters reveal shock Brisbane coaching switch Brisbane coach Michael Maguire outlines the day when he knew he wanted to return to the NRL club scene as Kevin Walters admits his shock at being axed.
AAP · Feb 14, 2025 Pacific pitch: new bid's grand plans for NRL expansion A bid team based out of Auckland have told the NRL they want to play games in Tonga, Samoa and Cook Islands each year, representing the people of the Pacific.
AAP · Feb 14, 2025 Gutherson preaches belief in Saints' new halves duo New Dragons co-captain Clint Gutherson knows he can help Lachlan Ilias and Kyle Flanagan go to a new level.
AAP · Feb 13, 2025 Nicho shines as Sharks overrun Raiders in NRL trial Cronulla's second-stringers have outclassed Canberra's, scoring 40 unanswered points to clinch an easy pre-season challenge victory at GIO Stadium.
AAP · Feb 13, 2025 Ex-Leopard chases spot on Derby day for Cowboys North Queensland winger Rob Derby is chasing a round-one spot, while former Leigh Leopards gun Kai O'Donnell also wants to impress in a Dolphins trial.