The Latest Breaking News from Stephen Crichton

Tedesco's NSW recall joy, Blues name six Origin rookies

James Tedesco is back in the NSW State of Origin fold, named in a Blues squad for the series opener alongside six debutants.

AAP · May 17

Tragic Round: Canterbury slump deeper into the doghouse

Out-of-sorts Canterbury played like muggles in the Magic Round opener, proving no match for a polished Cronulla side.

AAP · May 15

Crichton back to his best at Magic Round: Ciraldo

Cameron Ciraldo concedes Stephen Crichton came back from injury too early, but the Canterbury coach believes his captain is on track to rediscovering his best.

AAP · May 14

Broncos B-team belt toothless Bulldogs as Kikau injured

Under-strength Brisbane have showcased their depth and class to demolish lacklustre Canterbury 32-12 in one of the defending premiers' bravest wins.

AAP · Apr 24

Captains return from injury to lift Bulldogs and Sharks

Cronulla co-captain Cameron McInnes has been named to return from an ACL rupture ahead of schedule, as Canberra lose Josh Papalii for up to eight weeks.

AAP · Apr 21

Dogs slam 'crap' Eels display, explain surprise switch

Cameron Ciraldo says Canterbury need to work out, and quickly, whether they are going to be NRL contenders or not after collapsing in a loss to Parramatta.

AAP · Apr 19

Crichton still out, Eels get more bad injury news

Canterbury and Parramatta have both received bad news on the injury front ahead of their round-seven NRL clash at CommBank Stadium.

AAP · Apr 18

'Super genes': Crichton a chance of remarkable recovery

Stephen Crichton participated in Canterbury's first major contact training session for the week as he eyes a stunning return from injury.

AAP · Apr 15

Ciraldo not looking too far ahead about Xerri's future

Cameron Ciraldo sees no point addressing Bronson Xerri's future at Canterbury as the centre prepares for his comeback from a "rocky patch" out of the NRL side.

AAP · Apr 8

McLean ready to add sky blue to Kiwi black

Penrith centre Casey McLean's game-breaking ability is making him a legitimate State of Origin option, even if NSW are at full strength this year.

AAP · Apr 5