Storm big four can't find killer instinct to land title Melbourne's big four were unable to stand up and halt a Brisbane comeback as the Storm's wait for a premiership continues. AAP · Oct 5, 2025
Broncos defence just like it was for 2006 glory: Ryan Brisbane's scramble defence and fitness ahead of the grand final reminds club legend Peter Ryan of 2006, when he was defence coach for the last premiership win. AAP · Oct 4, 2025
'An art and a science': how Storm plan to stop Walsh Reece Walsh looms as the most dangerous man in the NRL grand final, but Ben Barba and Jarryd Hayne are proof Melbourne love to shut down stars on the big stage AAP · Oct 4, 2025
Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded. AAP · Oct 3, 2025
Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb Brisbane ace Pat Carrigan has addressed comments from Stefano Utoikamanu after the Melbourne prop claimed the Broncos were 'stuck up'. AAP · Oct 2, 2025
Tedesco scorches field to win second Dally M Medal James Tedesco has won his second Dally M Medal in a big night for the Roosters at the NRL's awards evening, while Tamika Upton was crowned best women's player. AAP · Oct 1, 2025
'Lose one to win one': wiser Carrigan gets second shot Broncos lock Pat Carrigan watched his team win through to the grand final while suspended, but he's back in the side wiser and ready to win his first title. AAP · Oct 1, 2025
Mind coach has Broncos No.1 set for grand final stormer Reece Walsh has credited his trusty sports psychologist for keeping him on track to shine for Brisbane in the grand final against Melbourne. AAP · Sep 30, 2025
Storm in awe of rival but grand final no one-man show Unheralded Melbourne prop Josh King is a Payne Haas fan but says Brisbane will need more than one player to get over the Storm in their grand final showdown. AAP · Sep 30, 2025
The Broncos ended one dynasty but must beat the NRL’s benchmark to return to glory While Melbourne Storm have a legacy like few others, Brisbane were once rugby league royalty too. The stage is set for a huge grand final The Guardian - AU · Sep 29, 2025
Reynolds ready to be hoodoo guru for Broncos in decider Adam Reynolds says Melbourne's long-term dominance of Brisbane won't be a grand final factor as he eyes more magic moments to break a 19-year title drought. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
Penrith's 1463 days at the top may never be matched Penrith's premiership run is over after four straight titles, but their feat in the salary-cap era of the NRL could take lifetimes to chase down. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
Broncos get grand final boost as 'tractor' avoids ban Brisbane's pack will be at full strength for the NRL grand final, after prop Xavier Willison avoided a ban for a cannonball tackle against Penrith. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
'Huge call' to rub Sorensen out of prelim: Cleary Penrith were forced to play almost the whole NRL preliminary final with one less man, despite Scott Sorensen passing a mid-game head injury assessment. AAP · Sep 28, 2025
AAP · Sep 28, 2025 'What's over?': Panthers insist dynasty not dead Penrith insist their NRL dynasty is not over, despite a charmed run of premierships coming to an end in their preliminary final loss to Brisbane.
AAP · Sep 28, 2025 Broncos stun Panthers with Reynolds redemption Brisbane have produced a remarkable second-half comeback against Penrith to advance to the NRL grand final.
AAP · Sep 28, 2025 No shouting about it but Storm star in miracle return While his voice remains a raspy whisper, Shawn Blore is thankful to be playing in another grand final with the Storm gun recovering from a fractured larynx.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 'Pretty similar': Panthers climbing Everest again Penrith adopted the theme "Climbing Everest" as motivation in the 2021 finals series, and are finding themselves scaling the mountain again four years later.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 Walsh ownership of big moments fires Broncos' belief Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has been backed to execute the big plays when games are won or lost in the prelim final against Penrith, as he has done in 2025.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 Star half felt responsible for Panthers' poor start Nathan Cleary has opened up on feeling responsible for the poor start to the season that left Penrith languishing at the bottom of the NRL ladder in round 12.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 'Rush' to win comps: Maguire reveals Broncos mindset Brisbane coach Michael Maguire insists it is no gamble to bring three injured stars back for the prelim final and has backed captain Adam Reynolds to fire.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 No pain or worries for Hughes as Storm confidence booms One year on from being beaten by Penrith in the grand final, Melbourne can list several reasons why they are better placed for the 2025 NRL decider.
AAP · Sep 27, 2025 Charge downs and try-savers that rescued Penrith's year Penrith's pursuit of a fifth-straight premiership appeared dead and buried after round 12, before a series of big plays saved their season.
AAP · Sep 26, 2025 Advantage Storm: Bellamy admits prep days benefit Melbourne believe there's clear upside to having two days more than their eventual rivals to prepare for the grand final after an unprecedented schedule tweak.
AAP · Sep 26, 2025 Storm into NRL grand final after taking down Sharks Melbourne have secured a spot in consecutive NRL grand finals, after claiming a 22-14 win over Cronulla in the preliminary final at AAMI Park.