Three days that bring all league fans together
Rugby league fans are a tribal mob writes MATTY JOHNS, but at Magic Round we come together to celebrate the game we all love.
Panthers
Tragic Round 2.0? NRL responds to crackdown fears
The decision not to send off Jesse Ramien for his high shot last weekend has sparked concerns Magic Round could descend into another farce.
The brutal reality facing the Panthers
The Penrith Panthers are a tight-knit unit, but they may have to be ready to part with some of their high-profile players.
Why Rabbitohs made risky captaincy call
Souths coach Jason Demetriou has handed under-fire star Cody Walker the extra responsibility of captaincy following an injury setback for Cam Murray. Will the move work to reignite the team?
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Casualty ward: Jake’s un-Friendly fracture
Latest on Jake Friend, Blake Ferguson, Sam Burgess and many more. Full injury list and analysis from Round 18.
Late Mail: Turbo confirmed, Fergo out
Forget the rumours, Tom Trbojevic will play this afternoon. But there are big changes for both teams.
MG’s crusade to tackle mental health issues
Mark Geyer will never forget the day his realised the importance of mental health. It’s why when a farmer from Cowra reached out to MG the Panthers legend had to do all he could.
Panthers’ roar into premiership reckoning
Just seven weeks ago, Penrith looked ready to end their season with the dreaded timber cutlery. But after seven wins on the trot, the Panthers’ momentum even has the bookies paying attention.
‘It hurts’: Dragons’ dismal season over
People will say mathematically the Dragons are still a chance, but forget the promises of a fightback from here. It’s over in the wake of a 40-18 flogging at the hands of Penrith.
Matty Johns’ run to the NRL finals
With just eight weeks until the NRL finals, MATTY JOHNS runs his eye over every team’s chances and the player who could make or break their sprint to the final eight.
Why a vomiting Panthers star bailed on the bell
Viliame Kikau’s mad fulltime tunnel dash, new leading contender for Blues star James Maloney’s signature, LaMelo Ball goes head-to-head with NRL grand final – it’s all in SPORTS CONFIDENTIAL.
The classic rivalry that split our experts
It’s one of the most storeyed rivalries in rugby league and it’s split The Daily Telegraph’s experts right down the middle. SEE THEIR TIPS FOR ROUND 18.
LIVE: NRL teams Round 18
Some stars have returned but others have been rested after a gruelling State of Origin series. See all the teams for Round 18 right here.
Early Mail: Johnson to be named, Burgess firms
There are injuries and suspensions galore in the NRL this week. Get the predicted team changes in Early Mail.
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