Roosters academy product sweating on GF concussion call A whole lot of experience will go missing if Connor Watson is deemed unfit for the Roosters' grand final bid, but Benaiah Ioelu is confident he can do the job. AAP · Sep 30
It’s easy to hate the Roosters – but their success is built on a culture of respect The Sydney Roosters’ NRL and NRLW teams carry a sense of destiny into their grand finals and that’s down to the ethos of two coaches The Guardian - AU · Sep 30
Defend the kingdom: Knights fans invited to free grand final live site Your chance to support the team on home turf. Newcastle Herald · Sep 29
Tug of war for Toia ramps up ahead of World Cup Robert Toia, Jojo Fifita and David Fifita have told Tonga coach Kristian Woolf that they are available for the World Cup but Australia are circling. AAP · Sep 29
Roosters make Watson call amid concussion cloud Connor Watson's availability for the NRL grand final hinges on the Sydney Roosters utility attaining a medical sign-off after a concussion in their prelim win. AAP · Sep 29
How rollercoaster Roosters ride was making of Crichton Angus Crichton was made to fight for his future at the Sydney Roosters more than once during his eight-year stint. Another premiership now awaits as the reward. AAP · Sep 29
'Good sign': Walters gives Walker a World Cup boost Sydney Roosters half Sam Walker is 80 minutes away from a debut Kangaroos jersey but Mitchell Moses will also have a say in who wears the No.7 at the World Cup. AAP · Sep 29
Working-class Knights or Sydney heavyweights? Who casual fans should support in the NRL grand final Will it be the mullets of Newcastle who are back in contention after 25 years, or the powerhouse Roosters always ready to spoil a party? The Guardian - AU · Sep 29
Klein snubbed for grand final day as Gee takes whistle The NRL grand final will be an Ashley Klein-free zone after the match officials for the clash between Sydney Roosters and Newcastle were announced. AAP · Sep 29
Fairytale finish set up for Smith against Roosters One year on from being squeezed out of the Sydney Roosters by Daly Cherry-Evans' arrival, Sandon Smith can now win a premiership against his old club. AAP · Sep 28
'Good spirits': Roosters players back Watson for GF The grand final-bound Sydney Roosters are expected to launch a bid to free Connor Watson from concussion protocols, with teammates attesting to his recovery. AAP · Sep 28
Roosters utility's long road to NRLW decider, World Cup Fiji international Taina Naividi has endured two ACL tears and the death of her father en route to what she hopes will be an elusive NRLW premiership. AAP · Sep 27
Knights players' messages for injured fans after horror at Wallsend Get the latest Knights news in the lead up to the NRL grand final. Newcastle Herald · Sep 27
'Big rivalry': two NRLW powerhouses revive rich history Brisbane and Sydney Roosters will clash in their fourth NRLW grand final showdown against each other, with the Broncos yet to lose to the women from Bondi. AAP · Sep 27
AAP · Sep 27 Walker unpacks miracle return, contract talks and more Sam Walker has revealed the details of the 24/7 recovery operation that got him back in record time from injury to fire Sydney Roosters into the grand final.
AAP · Sep 26 Third time lucky: Collins' long trek to overdue decider Lindsay Collins is keen to make an impact in his first NRL decider after being the unlucky omission following the Roosters' last two preliminary final wins.
AAP · Sep 26 Premiership redemption on menu for Kernick's Roosters Former Dally M winner Olivia Kernick is up front about what the major motivation for the Roosters is as they home in on NRLW Premiership glory.
AAP · Sep 26 Roosters into NRLW grand final but Raiders left fuming The Canberra Raiders believe a no-try ruling changed the momentum of their NRLW preliminary final and handed victory to the Sydney Roosters.
AAP · Sep 26 'Not about Manly': DCE eyes fairytale Roosters finish Daly Cherry-Evans says accepting 2026 was his last year in the NRL allowed him the chance to win a second title and opened a door to finish in Super League.
AAP · Sep 25 'I'll be dreaming again': Rooster wants more in decider The highlight reel keeps on growing for Mark Nawaqanitawase, prolonging his stint in the NRL for another week as he targets a premiership to add to his resume.
AAP · Sep 25 'Haven't hit ceiling': only way up for beaten Dolphins Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has no doubt his side can shine even brighter in 2027 after their preliminary final loss to the Sydney Roosters.
AAP · Sep 25 One headache clears for Roosters but another looms Victor Radley has learnt his grand final fate after a hip-drop tackle, while Connor Watson is hoping to be cleared to play for the Sydney Roosters.
AAP · Sep 25 Mark of greatness as Roosters roar into NRL decider Sydney Roosters have ended the Dolphins' fairytale run with a 36-20 preliminary final win, due largely to the unbounded magic of winger Mark Nawaqanitawase.
AAP · Sep 25 Why Roosters' aura won't faze the Raiders Canberra players were told to speak up if they didn't think they could beat the Sydney Roosters during the NRLW season. Now they must beat them in a final.
AAP · Sep 24 Cheika mate: presenting Angus Crichton's new main man NSW Waratahs recruit Angus Crichton has nominated his first point of contact in rugby - and it's not fellow code-hopper and ex-Rooster Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii.