Luai needed Eels loss to lift Origin game Jarome Luai is back to his best for Penrith on the eve of State of Origin, and he owes much of that to a wake-up call from the round-nine loss to Parramatta. AAP · May 26, 2022
Cowboys keep blinkers on for Penrith clash North Queensland say they aren't getting caught up with what Penrith will bring to their Friday night NRL blockbuster, trying to keep the focus on themselves. AAP · May 24, 2022
Why the Newcastle Knights are willing to take a punt on Canterbury firebrand Jack Hetherington Knights officials believe Hetherington, properly harnessed, can be a Victor Radley-type enforcer capable of intimidating the opposition while inspiring his teammates. Newcastle Herald · May 23, 2022
Cowboys lose Feldt, Taumalolo to injuries North Queensland will have to tackle NRL premiers Penrith without injured representative duo Kyle Feldt and Jason Taumalolo. AAP · May 23, 2022
Crichton staying cool on Origin prospects Premiership centre Stephen Crichton says he's trying not to think about NSW Origin selection despite another backline vacancy with Tom Trbojevic out injured. AAP · May 22, 2022
Waerea-Hargreaves avoids ban over ref rant Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has escaped a ban, with coach Trent Robinson saying the Sydney Roosters enforcer is right to feel targeted by NRL referees. AAP · May 21, 2022
Luai sends Origin message in Penrith win Jarome Luai has enjoyed his best game of the NRL season in Penrith's 32-12 win over the Sydney Roosters. AAP · May 21, 2022
NRL premier Penrith defeats Sydney Roosters 32-12 after North Queensland thrashes Melbourne Storm 36-6 Reigning premier Penrith convincingly defeats the Sydney Roosters 32-12, while North Queensland draws level with the second-placed Melbourne Storm after a dominant 36-6 win. ABC News · May 21, 2022
Ciraldo in no rush to exit Penrith: Cleary Ivan Cleary is well aware he will one day lose Cameron Ciraldo to an NRL head coaching job he believes his assistant is no rush to leave Penrith. AAP · May 20, 2022
Brent Naden set to play for Wests Tigers against Bulldogs just days after leaving Canterbury Brent Naden will play for Wests Tigers against the Bulldogs just days after leaving Canterbury, as details emerge around how he told his former teammates. ABC News · May 19, 2022
Naden to face Bulldogs after NRL switch West Tigers coach Michael Maguire says Brent Naden will play against his former NRL club Canterbury, three days after making the switch from the Bulldogs. AAP · May 19, 2022
NRL greats count sheep for a good cause NRL legend Royce Simmons is walking 300km from Gooloogong to Sydney to raise money for dementia research and treatment after a diagnosis last year. AAP · May 18, 2022
Roosters' NRL teen Suaalii 'a freak': Manu Ahead of their NRL clash with ladder leaders Penrith, Sydney Roosters centre Joey Manu says teenage sensation Joseph Suaalii can be a great of the game. AAP · May 17, 2022
Broncos' form surge familiar to Capewell Brisbane recruit Kurt Capewell sees plenty of former club Penrith in the Broncos resurgence as they eye a surprise berth in the NRL's top four. AAP · May 16, 2022
AAP · May 15, 2022 Roosters hold off Moses, Eels in NRL Joseph Suaalii scored twice as the Roosters held off a Parramatta fightback led by brilliant playmaker Mitchell Moses at Brisbane's NRL Magic Round.
AAP · May 14, 2022 Storm cop NRL reality check from Panthers Melbourne were given a crash landing after a blistering early season start in their Magic Round loss to Penrith.
ABC News · May 14, 2022 Penrith Panthers make it look easy against an injury-hit Storm in a Magic Round game that couldn't live up to the hype Penrith vs Melbourne has been marked on every NRL fan's calendar since 2020. Unfortunately, just like last year, regular-season meetings can leave a bit to be desired, but that doesn't mean we should ignore what happened in Saturday night's long-awaited game.
AAP · May 14, 2022 Panthers crush Storm, go top of NRL ladder Penrith have made all the running at a rain-soaked Suncorp Stadium to beat Melbourne 32-6 to go top of the NRL table.
ABC News · May 14, 2022 Penrith Panthers thrash Melbourne Storm 32-6 in NRL Magic Round as Gold Coast and South Sydney record victories Penrith dominates Melbourne Storm 32-6 in wet and slippery conditions in Brisbane, while Gold Coast and South Sydney earlier won thrillers.
AAP · May 13, 2022 Titans brace for crucial Dragons clash The Gold Coast are hoping to get back to the form they showed to make last year's finals as they face St George Illawarra at the NRL's Magic Round.
ABC News · May 12, 2022 Campo's Corner: The life and death of City v Country — how the legacy of league's much loved rep game lives on It helped launch careers both on and off the field and left an indelible mark on all who played in it. So what happened to the City v Country game, and what legacy has it left behind? Nick Campton reports.
AAP · May 11, 2022 Storm's Hughes sorry for Panthers comments Melbourne Storm halfback Jahrome Hughes has apologised after he was filmed mocking the background of some Panthers players, which they used as motivation.
AAP · May 10, 2022 Origin holds no fear for Panther Crichton On a day when NSW coach Brad Fittler was an onlooker at Penrith training, 21-year-old centre Stephen Crichton says he is primed for the State of Origin arena.
AAP · May 9, 2022 NRL confirms Cleary kick ruling The NRL has confirmed Nathan Cleary was not entitled to take a second shot after a Parramatta trainer ran across the goals in Penrith's two-point loss.
AAP · May 9, 2022 To'o backs Crichton beside him for Origin NSW State of Origin winger Brian To'o believes Stephen Crichton would be the right man to play inside him at left centre for the series opener in June.