A hostile Tigers crowd is expected to greet the returning Lachlan Galvin with an onslaught of boos this weekend. However, club chairman Barry O’Farrell has urged emotional fans to lay off the young star.
Forty years ago Wayne Bennett coached one of the most unusual rugby league teams imaginable. Robert Craddock reveals how they kept Bennett from quitting – and saved him from his mother-in-law.
Who is the NRL’s next Lachlan Galvin? We reveal the elite rookie playmakers ready to leave their mark on the NRL and their path to a first grade debut – which for some could come very soon.
Three NRL stars have been booked for shoulder reconstructions in the same week – with more to come at the end of the season. Predicted team changes for round 22
NRL boss Andrew Abdo has called on players to be respectful to referees, as a sneaky tactic has emerged around close-talking players trying to influence the Bunker.
Adam Reynolds was on the brink of divorcing the mother of his four children when two innocuous words from former South Sydney mentor Wayne Bennett saved his personal and professional lives.
As he prepares to take on his former halves partner for the first time, Jarome Luai has opened up on Lachlan Galvin’s Wests Tigers exit, insisting he only ever want to help his ex-teammate.
Former champion halfback Johnny Mayes, who won three straight premierships at two different clubs, has died after a battle with brain cancer.
Just two chartered flights were needed to take fans directly to Las Vegas in 2025, but the NRL has just ordered its fifth Qantas Dreamliner 787 for 2026 in response to a surge in demand.
If Des Hasler is about to be sacked by the Gold Coast, he certainly isn’t showing signs of cracking, with Titans players revealing the veteran coach hasn’t deviated from his ‘Mad Scientist’ ways.
Thirteen of 16 players from Canterbury’s 1995 grand final side celebrated the 30 year anniversary at Allianz Stadium last week. But their was one noticeable absentee from the celebrations.
A roster cleanout looms at the Gold Coast, with a number of big-name players linked with the exits. However, the Eels have distanced themselves from a move for a big Titans star.
The Jason Ryles revolution is in full swing and Parramatta’s junior pathways are flourishing under the rookie coach. These are the young guns the Eels are building the club’s future around.
The Raiders’ NRLW season is in free fall after four rounds, prompting a savage spray from their coach. But it highlights an issue in the women’s game no one is talking about.
Every week NRL stars are deliberately placing pressure on referees by arguing decisions, complaining about rulings and demanding penalties … and its trickling down to junior rugby league matches, writes DEAN RITCHIE.
Jacob Kiraz’s move to the No. 1 jersey for the Bulldogs could be a boost for SuperCoaches, while popular cheapie Josiah Karapani has been dropped.
Some signings have been revolutions for their new teams, while other high-profile recruits still have a point to prove in 2025. After the mid-season movement, we rank the top contenders for the buy of the year.
Newcastle have extended in-form veteran back Dane Gagai, while the Raiders have told two players that they’re free to talk to rival NRL clubs effective immediately. MARKET WATCH.
Michael Maguire has again called on out-of-favour star Selwyn Cobbo to help save Brisbane’s season as the coach takes a chainsaw to his backline.
Referee Belinda Sharpe is set to be relegated to touch line duties in Round 22 following a lopsided penalty count in Cronulla’s win over South Sydney.
Cellar dwellers Gold Coast and Parramatta have caused a top eight shake-up which can have major ramifications for the finals makeup. Every NRL club’s run home and final ladder position.
Having locked down Dally M winner Jahrome Hughes the Melbourne Storm must now turn its attention to staving off a poaching raid from a cashed up rebel league.
No one in Tigertown has forgotten how things ended with Lachlan Galvin. As they meet again, the fans who once cheered him will be baying for blood – and no doubt some of his former teammates will take delight in lowering his colours as well.
The Broncos are running out of time and Michael Maguire knows it. The Brisbane coach addresses claims his side doesn’t have the heart or the attacking nouse to be title contenders in 2025.
Cam Munster, Billy Slater and Cam Smith have a special piece in their career which Reece Walsh missed out on – an apprenticeship away from the forensic gaze of the NRL.
Jett Cleary continues to emerge as an NRL star of the future in reserve grade, showcasing a lethal running and passing game reminiscent of his superstar brother’s style. WATCH THE VIDEO.
South Sydney will challenge Jack Wighton’s shoulder charge ban at the NRL judiciary after seeking legal advice from veteran legal gun Nick Ghabar.
Broncos prop Payne Haas has been cleared by Michael Maguire to take on the Rabbitohs despite lingering injury concerns, while a Bulldogs star is in doubt for the finals after suffering a stomach injury. See the latest team news.
The mighty Panthers had plummeted to last place on the NRL table after a shock Round 12 loss to Newcastle. It prompted an uncharacteristic spray from the usually unflappable Ivan Cleary. Penrith haven’t lost since.
Daly Cherry-Evans will turn out for Manly against his new club the Sydney Roosters in Round 22. This is why both parties are refusing to let the cat out of the bag.
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