Walker's on but Woolf 'wouldn't swap' his own No.7 Dolphins halfback Isaiya Katoa has shown the skill and mindset to win big games and coach Kristian Woolf backs him to the hilt for their preliminary final. AAP · Sep 24
NRLW finalists reveal the key changes to find success NRLW preliminary finalists Sydney Roosters and Canberra have taken different paths and approaches to 2026, but now face off for a spot in the grand final. AAP · Sep 24
'All or nothing': Crichton craves dream NRL farewell Rugby-bound Sydney Roosters star Angus Crichton knows his NRL career is coming to a close and is desperate to go out with a bang. AAP · Sep 24
Big Dog: how cleanskin Rooster replaced JWH as top prop Following in the footsteps of Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is no simple task, but Naufahu Whyte has stepped up as the leader of the Sydney Roosters' pack. AAP · Sep 24
Hard-luck Rooster keen to finally have crack at a GF Lindsay Collins was part of the Sydney Roosters' finals campaigns in their 2018 and 2019 premiership successes, but now he is eyeing off a first grand final. AAP · Sep 23
'Don't agree with it': Roosters want fairer NRLW finals The undefeated Sydney Roosters have approached the NRL about tweaking the women's finals format so the top two sides get two bites of the cherry. AAP · Sep 23
'Ready to play': Robinson's green light to Sam Walker Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has revealed Sam Walker knew he'd return from an ankle injury this NRL season almost straight after undergoing surgery. AAP · Sep 23
'Let the refs have total control': Gallen's plea to NRL The overreach of the bunker has left rugby league great Paul Gallen wondering if robots and AI might one day replace NRL referees. AAP · Sep 22
Axed ref Klein set for bunker role after Warriors error Axed from on-field duties, experienced referee Ashley Klein is set to be the man in the bunker for the preliminary final between the Dolphins and Roosters. AAP · Sep 22
Dolphins’ NRL title bid after just four years of existence makes waves in UK A small village in Lancashire will be glued to the TV on Friday with the expansion club – and their star English centre – one win from a grand final The Guardian - AU · Sep 22
Cleary out of moon boot and set to train before prelim Penrith star Nathan Cleary appears increasingly likely to beat a foot injury and face Newcastle in the NRL preliminary final, after stepping out of his brace. AAP · Sep 22
Grudge match: Roosters prop ready for more fire Sydney Roosters prop Naufahu Whyte has made it clear he won't back away from another fight with the Dolphins, after being sin-binned against them in 2025. AAP · Sep 22
'Cheese and bikkies': Raiders leader inspiring team Canberra are one game away from making a first NRLW grand final and despite not having one of their captains available, she's still helping the team. AAP · Sep 22
Sam Walker trains, firms for miracle Roosters comeback Playmaker Sam Walker looks set to feature in the Sydney Roosters' preliminary final after completing his first training session since undergoing ankle surgery. AAP · Sep 21
AAP · Sep 21 Superstar Nawaqanitawase makes huge career call Code-hopping superstar Mark Nawaqanitawase has made a stunning call on his future as he looks to leave the NRL and Sydney Roosters with a grand final bang.
AAP · Sep 21 Crichton ready to embrace role as Roosters' impact man Angus Crichton spent parts of 2026 fearing his NRL career was over, with the Sydney Roosters star now ready to make the most of limited minutes off the bench.
AAP · Sep 20 'Memory of a goldfish': Roosters veteran's finals key Daly Cherry-Evans applied a key message from fictional soccer coach Ted Lasso before helping spearhead the Sydney Roosters' 46-10 finals win over Cronulla.
AAP · Sep 19 Beetson believers: Dolphins circle to Roosters D-day A stellar inaugural win set the Dolphins on course to be one victory from a grand final as Sydney Roosters again loom large in a full-circle moment.
AAP · Sep 19 Roosters book prelim ticket by mauling Sharks The Sydney Roosters will meet the Dolphins in an NRL preliminary final after beating Cronulla 46-10.
AAP · Sep 19 Hynes' head knock hurts as Sharks suffer same old pain Cronulla are now one of only a few teams to have made five straight finals in the NRL era without reaching a decider, after their 46-10 loss to Sydney Roosters.
AAP · Sep 18 'Have to step it up': Sharks out to find another gear Cronulla captain Blayke Brailey has challenged his Sharks to find another level to try to match the Roosters in a boom-or-bust all-Sydney NRL semi-final.
AAP · Sep 18 'It's all on': Fitzgibbon relishes Robbo coaching duel Mates and mentors Craig Fitzgibbon and Trent Robinson have banned contact this week as the Cronulla and Sydney Roosters coaches chase an NRL preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 18 Roosters' make call on star forward, Walker progress Angus Crichton has been cleared to return for the Roosters in their knockout clash with Cronulla, with star halfback Sam Walker not too far behind him.
AAP · Sep 17 Sparks to fly in final act of NRL's wing-dong battle Ronaldo Mulitalo v Mark Nawaqanitawase has been essential viewing in the NRL and teammates from both sides expect no let up in their final showdown.
AAP · Sep 17 Roosters coach to thank for Shark's Bradbury-esque rise Riley Jones has gone from NSW Cup to an NRL finals series in a month. And he says John Strange, the Sydney Roosters NRLW coach, is a major factor.