What Maguire, Broncos can learn from grand final masterclass
Michael Maguire was in the stands for Penrith’s epic grand final win. There was plenty for the new Broncos coach to ponder, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
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Broncos’ Bellamy blunder: How Brisbane fumbled Bennett successor
It’s the sliding doors moment that cost Brisbane the signing of Craig Bellamy and put Melbourne on the path to a two-decade dynasty. See the inside story of how the Broncos botched their Wayne Bennett succession plan.
NRL star charged with threatening police
Canberra Raiders veteran player Josh Papalii has been charged over an ugly confrontation with police inside a licensed venue, just weeks before he won a prestigious award.
NRL ‘choke’ job leaves star in tears
The Dragons were in the box seat for finals two weeks ago but have crashed out of contention in the most brutal of ways.
Ch 9 host looks all loved up with NRL star
The NRL off-season is about to kick into full swing, and a rugby league couple looked all loved up as they took things to the next level.
Bulldogs lock in key forward on new deal
Canterbury’s forward pack punched above its weight in 2024, with one of their top performers rewarded with a contract extension.
‘It’s just terrible’: Coach names and shames
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has named and shamed Bunker official Chris Butler after going scorched earth on a “terrible” call.
Superstar a whisker away from perfect 10: Every Panther, Shark rated
Penrith were far from their best against a gritty Cronulla side, but one man stood tall to lead them into their fifth consecutive grand final. Check out our player ratings and have your say!
Hunt’s Dragons future up in air as Queensland rival circles
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has broken his silence on a scathing post-season review of Ben Hunt that could see the under fire star offloaded to an Queensland rival.
Hasler eyes more changes at Titans after another horror finish
Des Hasler is adamant the Titans have shown signs of growth in 2024 despite finishing in the bottom four for the third straight year. But he is eyeing more changes at the club.
‘Drama’: Manly legend threatens to walk out
Sea Eagles legend Geoff Toovey has threatened to walk away from the club after Manly announced a sacking this week.
Gone in 23 seconds: How Manly’s season came crashing down
The result of Tolu Koula’s search-and-destroy mission on Jared Waerea-Hargreaves from the kick-off of Manly’s sudden-death final against the Roosters hung over them like a dark cloud, writes BRENT READ.
Billy Slater in crazy career shift
Storm legend and Queensland coach Billy Slater has taken up a new position that nobody saw coming after the NRL season.
Gus’ ‘doctored’ claim ignites NRL conspiracy
The NRL Grand Final’s controversial no try scandal has taken a wild turn despite the game releasing the angle the decision was based on.
The meeting that convinced Saifiti to sign with Dolphins
Daniel Saifiti has opened up on his impending Dolphins move, revealing he could have stayed with the Knights, but knew he was meant to leave after a crucial meeting with Kristian Woolf.
Bizarre move as Kalyn Ponga decision revealed
Kalyn Ponga’s international eligibility drama has finally come to a conclusion as the situation took a bizarre turn on Friday night.
‘Bigger than rugby league’: Why Fisher-Harris is leaving Penrith
Penrith enforcer James Fisher-Harris shocked the rugby league world when he asked the reigning premiers for a release to join the Warriors. Now the three-time premiership prop has revealed the reason why he is walking away from the Panthers.
What’s next for Johnson after epic farewell
Shaun Johnson’s farewell couldn’t have been scripted any better with the magic man producing one final showstopper in his last game.
Rabid Cowboys fan to Rookie of the Year: Purdue’s incredible 12 months
To say the last 12 months has been a meteoric rise for Jaxon Purdue would be a huge understatement. Read how the kid from Mackay went from Cowboys superfan to NRL player in less than a year.
Star exits present Cowboys golden opportunity to revitalise backline
The departure of high-profile Cowboys Valentine Holmes, Chad Townsend and Kyle Feldt gives North Queensland a unique opportunity to revitalise each edge. Find out who’s in line to step up.
Parramatta legend: ‘24 Panthers don’t have a hope against ‘83 Eels
Penrith have claimed their place in the rugby league record books, but Parramatta great Ray Price has rejected suggestions they’ve gone past his Eels, claiming they had “every position and we every tactic covered”. WHO IS BETTER? VOTE NOW.
Insane $10m Bellamy offer revealed
Craig Bellamy is taking the Melbourne Storm to a record 10th grand final as coach but a shock bid for his services has been revealed.
Penrith forced to abandon prestigious World Club Challenge
The World Club Challenge will remain the only trophy unclaimed by the all-conquering Panthers, with Penrith’s management telling the NRL there’s ‘no way in the world’ the club can play the prestigious annual match.
Inside Panthers’ wild four-peat celebrations
The Panthers might do it every year, but that hasn’t stopped their wild Grand Final celebrations going into overdrive after their historic four-peat.
NRL star breaks 25-yr silence on poo scandal
Ex-Maroons star Julian O’Neill has finally broken his silence around the infamous poo scandal, 25 years later.
Wayne’s shock plan for NRL’s forgotten man
Out-of-favour South Sydney half Lachlan Ilias is at a crossroads, but Wayne Bennett has unveiled a plan to save his career.
Hunt ‘salary shamed’ as club crisis exposed
Ben Hunt’s relationship with the Dragons has been further strained with new details of his infamous meeting with Shane Flanagan emerging.
Storm ring heist: 25 years on from the NRL’s biggest GF call
Twenty five years on from one of the most dramatic grand finals in rugby league history, the stars break down the controversial 1999 decider, and the infamous Craig Smith penalty try.
The financial pain behind Sergis’ latest injury
The physical pain of her latest injury was bad enough, but Jess Sergis has revealed the financial sacrifices she had to make to get back on the field.
NRLW wrecking ball’s brutal first year
Amber Hall is ready to inflict as much damage as possible in the NRLW grand final, with the Roosters enforcer having to deal with her own pain.
Brooks in awe of Galvin ahead of PM’s XIII
Both Luke Brooks and Lachlan Galvin were hyped up early on at the Wests Tigers, with the pair to now link up in Port Moresby.
Market Watch: Tigers gun rejects rugby to sign long-term deal
Benji Marshall and the Wests Tigers are continuing to rebuild for the future, signing sought-after teenager Heamasi Makasini to a three-year deal.
NRL Market Watch: Titans in talks with star free agent
The Titans are closing in on former Kangaroos prop Reagan Campbell-Gillard, while Manly and North Queensland Cowboys get ready to finalise a rare player swap. See the latest transfer news.
‘Two or three years’: Bennett’s bold Dolphins prediction
Wayne Bennett says it won’t be long until the Dolphins are a powerhouse of the NRL after the club made a crucial decision that’s put it on track to become the Penrith of Queensland.
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