Crichton stands out from pack to be on cusp of history A pledge to no longer rely on other players after leaving Penrith for Canterbury has put Stephen Crichton in career-best form for the Bulldogs and NSW. AAP · Jun 23, 2024
Samoa want wide, experienced squad for next World Cup Samoa coach Ben Gardiner will use a historic tour of England to help build his squad for the next World Cup, wanting a three-year commitment from players. AAP · Jun 14, 2024
Wilson lifts Dogs to last-gasp win over Eels Blake Wilson's late try has helped Canterbury defeat Parramatta 22-18 to move into the NRL's top eight. AAP · Jun 10, 2024
'Let down my state': Suaalii remorseful after Walsh hit Blues coach Michael Maguire has ridiculed claims his side targeted Maroons No.1 Reece Walsh, as NSW's Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii apologised for his reckless tackle. AAP · Jun 5, 2024
Pressure nothing new for NSW debutant Suaalii NSW debutant Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii comes under the spotlight once again on Wednesday, but pressure is nothing new for the Sydney Roosters young gun. AAP · Jun 2, 2024
Fractured rib cruels Staggs ahead of NSW audition Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs is out of the clash with Gold Coast with a rib injury, and his hopes of a NSW recall are in tatters. AAP · May 21, 2024
Luai sets the scene with 'Penrith Bulldogs' sledge Jarome Luai believes the foundations of Penrith's success are already starting to show at Canterbury, with four ex-Panthers playing under Cameron Ciraldo. AAP · May 9, 2024
Cleary wants compensation as rivals raid Penrith kids Ivan Cleary believes Penrith should be compensated for player development as their junior nursery is raided by NRL rivals. AAP · May 6, 2024
Asofa-Solomona set for JWH showdown in Storm return Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been named for his first NRL game of the season as Melbourne head north to take on the Sydney Roosters. AAP · Apr 16, 2024
Ciraldo won't make Crichton a lock at fullback for Dogs Canterbury coach Cameron Ciraldo is backing Stephen Crichton to seize the chance of playing at fullback. AAP · Apr 10, 2024
Cook axed by Souths as Parramatta dump Sivo Jason Demetriou has axed NSW State of Origin hooker Damien Cook as his South Sydney coaching career goes on the line against Cronulla. AAP · Apr 9, 2024
Roosters' Young facing ban, binned Radley not charged Victor Radley has been cleared by the NRL match review over a tackle that saw him sin-binned, while Sydney Roosters teammate Dom Young faces a two-game ban. AAP · Apr 6, 2024
Bunker over-reacted in send off, sin bin: Roosters Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson insists the bunker were too harsh in sending off Dom Young and sin-binning Victor Radley in his side's loss to Canterbury. AAP · Apr 5, 2024
No grudge over Dogs captaincy call: ex-skipper Mahoney Canterbury hooker and former co-captain Reed Mahoney insists Cameron Ciraldo was right to bring in a replacement as Bulldogs skipper. AAP · Mar 25, 2024
AAP · Mar 1, 2024 'Minister' Tetevano to preach hard training at Bulldogs Zane Tetevano's reverence for tough training earned him the nickname 'The Minister' at Penrith, and the Bulldogs hope he'll preach a similar ethos in 2024.
AAP · Feb 29, 2024 Penrith on precipice of greatness in Australian sport Penrith have several challengers standing between them and an NRL four-peat, but another title this year would break records in 21st-century Australian sport.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 25, 2024 Last Dance? Tide rising against Penrith ahead of push for NRL four-peat The Panthers showed signs in Wigan that the departure of several stars will make it tough to again defend their rugby league crown
AAP · Feb 24, 2024 Crichton wants to return Burton to his old best at Dogs Canterbury's left-edge attack could be the best in the NRL, but Stephen Crichton knows he must help unlock Matt Burton if the Dogs are to fulfil that potential.
AAP · Feb 23, 2024 Burton on report as Dogs lose to Sharks in NRL trial Matt Burton has been placed on report for a high tackle as Canterbury went down 12-6 to Cronulla in a error-ridden pre-season fixture at Belmore.
AAP · Feb 22, 2024 Crichton replaces Mahoney, Burton as Bulldogs captain Reed Mahoney and Matt Burton have been replaced by Stephen Crichton as Canterbury captain ahead of the 2024 NRL season.
AAP · Feb 21, 2024 Size doesn't matter in NRL for lightweight Dogs: Mann Kurt Mann believes Canterbury's lighter and more mobile pack can be a hand not a hindrance as they aim to rebound from last year's disastrous NRL campaign.
AAP · Feb 20, 2024 Crichton named in centres for Bulldogs' final NRL trial Off-season recruit Stephen Crichton is increasingly unlikely to start the year at fullback for Canterbury after being named at centre for their final trial.
AAP · Feb 16, 2024 Pain washes away for 'still speedy' Bulldog Xerri Bronson Xerri felt four years of pain wash away with a try on his return from a doping ban, and insists he still has pace to burn at Canterbury.
AAP · Feb 14, 2024 Panthers back May to hit ground running at centre Penrith's Taylan May will be tasked with replacing superstar centre Stephen Crichton when he returns from a year on the sidelines.
AAP · Dec 30, 2023 Key players will try to deliver the goods for NRL clubs A new year of NRL awaits, with each club relying heavily on experienced stars or rising youngsters to step up in key areas in 2024.