Knights

Ponga linked with bombshell NRL defection

Kalyn Ponga is at the centre of a shock poaching raid as a $2m carrot is dangled in front of the Newcastle Knights superstar.

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$2m cross-code raid: Cashed-up rugby clubs launch Ponga pursuit

Kalyn Ponga is in demand for a lucrative overseas code switch, with European rugby clubs looking to poach the Knights and Maroons star for a move that could see him earn north of $2m annually.

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Jackson Hastings of the Knights warming up prior to play during the round 14 NRL match between Newcastle Knights and Manly Sea Eagles at McDonald Jones Stadium, on June 05, 2025, in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images)

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Exiled $800k playmaker’s shock NRL re-call

Newcastle half Jackson Hastings is set to make his first appearance in the NRL this season as Adam O’Brien contends with his injury-ravaged side.

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Buzz’s highlights, lowlights: Manly’s disrespectful snub of club legend

Shattered Sea Eagles players walked straight to the dressing sheds after their golden point loss to the Knights, snubbing an 18-year tradition to honour a club legend who is battling cancer.

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Joash Papalii is a five-eighth prospect for the Eels. Picture: NRL Photos

Eels begin halves experiments in wake of Galvin rejection

Exciting young fullback Joash Papalii could be given a crack at the No.6 jersey at the Eels as Jason Ryles works on a long-term plan for Dylan Brown’s impending exit. Plus, Origin I breaks records and more.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 28: Nathan Cleary of the Blues tackles Kalyn Ponga of the Maroons during game one of the Men's State of Origin series between Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues at Suncorp Stadium on May 28, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Ponga questions after Maroons mauling

The early mail suggests Kalyn Ponga wants to take his place in the Knights team on Friday night, but a potential three games in eight days could see the coaching staff play it safe.

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Turbo, Vunivalu, Va’a: Roosters rookie tops list of NRL’s 20 fastest tries on debut

Every kid dreams of a try on debut. Roosters rookie Xavier Va’a waited just 49 seconds for his, topping a Fox Sports Lab investigation for the 20 fastest tries on debut since records began. See all the famous names and watch the clips of their rapid first tries.

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Dylan Lucas and the Knights were far too good for Penrith. Photos: Getty Images

‘Crazy year’: Reigning champs annihilated

Decimated by Origin commitments, the Panthers have slumped to a fresh low after a one-sided beat down against fellow battlers Newcastle.

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BATHURST, AUSTRALIA - MAY 24: Dylan Lucas of the Knights (11) scores his second try during the round 12 NRL match between Penrith Panthers and Newcastle Knights at Carrington Park, on May 24, 2025, in Bathurst, Australia. (Photo by Mark Evans/Getty Images)

Knights take the pressure off O’Brien – for now

Newcastle have relegated reigning premiers the Panthers to the bottom of the ladder, putting together a strong win to ease the pressure on their embattled coach Adam O’Brien.

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Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien is under pressure.

$2m reason NRL coach is dead man walking

Newcastle Knights coach Adam O’Brien has been urged to listen to Andrew Johns as an uncomfortable cloud bears down on him.

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Teen sensations: Your NRL club’s next star of the future

Meet the next generation of rugby league stars. Our experts have scoured the land to discover the players set to make their way on to the NRL stage for every club.

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