'Lots of pressure' on as Walters mulls spinal tap Australia coach Kevin Walters has an abundance of riches in the spine positions as the battle for fullback and halfback remains an open book in the World Cup. AAP · Oct 24
Kangaroos debutant Walker has 'one more box to tick' Australia's No.7 Sam Walker will make his Test debut alongside halves partner Tom Dearden, with whom he shares a long family history and a strong rapport. AAP · Oct 20
Fab four debut for Australia against Fiji in World Cup Australia will field four debutants against Fiji, with David Fifita to play his first game for the Kangaroos after previously representing Tonga. AAP · Oct 20
'Not a competition' as Tedesco takes reins from Reece James Tedesco will play his first Test for Australia since 2023 but is downplaying the battle for the Kangaroos' fullback jersey with Reece Walsh. AAP · Oct 19
Walsh wins Kangaroos nod as Kiwis reveal stacked pack Reece Walsh has edged out James Tedesco for Australia's fullback role as he goes head to head with New Zealand debutant Kalyn Ponga. AAP · Oct 13
Yeo makes World Cup call, Walker earns Kangaroos spot With Isaah Yeo named captain, Sydney Roosters star Sam Walker is in line for an Australian Test debut as one of six debutants in Kevin Walters' World Cup squad. AAP · Oct 5
'Tough kid': Walker credits Keary for Roosters title Sydney Roosters No.7 Sam Walker played through pain on debut and continued that tradition in the grand final as he thanked a former halves partner on the win. AAP · Oct 4
Sydney Roosters hold off brave Newcastle Knights to win thrilling NRL grand final The Roosters overturned a 12-point deficit to break Newcastle hearts and claim a 16th premiership after a thrilling grand final in Sydney The Guardian - AU · Oct 4
World Cup coaches watch and wait on NRL grand final More than half of the combatants in Sunday's NRL grand final will wake up on Monday to learn if they have earned World Cup selection. AAP · Oct 3
Roosters reveal stance on pre-GF break amid Watson blow Trent Robinson won't be lobbying the NRL to have a two-week break before the grand final despite Connor Watson missing the game with concussion. AAP · Oct 3
The premiership record that shows Cherry-Evans' growth Daly Cherry-Evans is on the verge of becoming the oldest premiership winner in 104 years, but it is another record that sums up his longevity. AAP · Sep 30
'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
'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
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 27
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 24 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 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 21 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 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 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 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 15 Roosters make Walker call as half's absence laid bare James Tedesco says Daly Cherry-Evans took ownership of his off night against Penrith, as the Sydney Roosters aim to knock Cronulla out of the finals.
AAP · Sep 13 Roosters' Walker hint after veteran's rare off night The question of Daly Cherry-Evans' composure under pressure is set to dominate the build-up to the Roosters' clash with Cronulla.
AAP · Sep 12 Savala gets Roosters' backing as star ramps up comeback Trent Robinson has faith in Hugo Savala to perform in the halves in against Penrith but the Roosters coach has confirmed Sam Walker is already back running.
AAP · Sep 9 'Silly' not to deliver in finals for Roosters, says DCE Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters for a reason, and the veteran is ready to deliver "this club that feeling of winning a premiership".