Kangaroos set to lose another superstar
The Kangaroos look set to be without another superstar for the Pacific Championships, with a key player likely to need surgery at the end of the season.
Panthers
Departing Fisher-Harris anoints Penrith pack successor
James Fisher-Harris is leaving some massive shoes to fill at Penrith, but the string of props in the Panthers production line has the club in safe hands. See which “future star” the departing enforcer is backing to step up after his exit.
‘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.
Panthers star’s premiership ring promise
After spending a couple of weeks in reserve grade, Sunia Turuva has won back his starting spot and has made a premiership promise.
Insane Cleary, Fowler rumour blowing minds
A rumour spreading about the future of Nathan Cleary and Mary Fowler has been addressed after panic shot through fans.
Stat Cleary will be most proud of as Panthers star makes statement
Nathan Cleary sounded a warning to the rest of the NRL with a dominant performance against the Roosters — and there was one aspect of his game that was most pleasing for the Panthers star.
Player ratings: The Roosters star who went missing again
There were few good performers for the Roosters on Friday night, but it was the poor form of one superstar that really caught the eye. Check out our player ratings and have your say.
Cleary opens up on frustrating year
A raw and honest Nathan Cleary has opened up on the struggles he’s faced this year after he made a triumphant return from injury to help Penrith qualify for another preliminary final.
NRL world unloads on ‘disgraceful’ drama
The NRL world has been left in utter disbelief over a brutal call that all but decided Friday night’s qualifying final.
Historic ‘rugby league perfection’ stuns NRL
The Penrith Panthers are two wins from a near unfathomable fourth straight premiership after reaching near perfection against the Roosters.
Download your free NRL 2024 ‘Heroes’ poster
To celebrate the run to the 2024 NRL grand final we have created a series of souvenir finals posters. Click here to download your “heroes” poster.
Secret helping Luai prepare for last ride
As the enormity of his move to the Wests Tigers sinks in, Jarome Luai has revealed the secret tool that has helped him stay grounded.
The real reason Luai hasn’t had a haircut in three years
It’s Jarome Luai’s ‘Last Ride’ at Penrith but will it lead to the championship five-eighth having his first hair cut in almost three years?
Cleary set to face the ultimate test
Nathan Cleary has spent the past two weeks testing out his injured shoulder, but nothing can properly prepare him for an Angus Crichton barrage.
NRL finals: Why Teddy thinks new-look spine can crack the Panthers
The NRL finals are locked and loaded for 2024. DEAN RITCHIE runs the rule over every week 1 match-up and watch the exclusive chat with Roosters skipper James Tedesco.
‘Smeared and damaged’: Panthers accused of burying founding father
The son of legendary Panthers co-founder Roger Cowan has written to the club’s board, claiming there has been a deliberate attempt by club administrators to expunge his father’s legacy.
‘Never’: Joey Johns blasts ‘disgusting’ scenes
A farcical Bunker call has left Andrew Johns and Phil Gould seeing red after one of the most blatant flops of the NRL season.
Matty Johns: Cleary crutch exposes flaws in Panthers’ game plan
One of the keys to Penrith’s great success has been dealing with the loss of Nathan Cleary for stints before finals. MATTY JOHNS reveals why, in 2024, the halfback’s absence is exposing hidden cracks.
NRL Run Home: Every finals contender’s best, worst finish
Four unlikely finals contenders have emerged following St George Illawarra’s round 25 loss to Cronulla, as the race for the eight heats up. See every contender’s best and worst ladder finish.
Panthers fume over legendary duo’s NRL Hall of Fame snub
With just two inductees, Penrith boss Brian Fletcher has questioned whether Greg Alexander and Royce Simmons’ absence from the NRL Hall of Fame is an oversight.
That’s gold: Fox sisters amp up Panthers training
Seeing Nathan Cleary on the training field is just what the Panthers want heading into the finals, but even he was overshadowed on Monday.
‘Sorry’: NRL hardman brought to tears
Raiders captain Elliott Whitehead hasn’t been able to hold back his emotions after going out a winner in his final match in Canberra.
Cleary happy to hand ‘$1m risk’ keys to Panthers
Ivan Cleary boldly declared Jarome Luai a $1 million risk as an unproved chief playmaker but the Penrith boss has conceded it was the wrong call.
‘It’s hard’: Cleary opens up on son’s pain
Players get injured in nearly every NRL game, but when it’s the coach’s son, refocusing can be difficult even for a premiership winner.
Show us the money: Clubs, ARLC facing $60m expansion showdown
NRL clubs hold a powerful lever in a looming showdown with the ARL Commission over plans for them to share in a $60 million licence fee for Papua New Guinea to enter the league.
NRL star to fight DV charge
A rising NRL star will fight allegations of domestic violence in court after he was indefinitely stood down.
Buzz’s Top 8 Race: Five teams fighting for one finals spot
As we approach the halfway point of the NRL season, five clubs can begin planning their Mad Mondays. PHIL ROTHFIELD reveals the finals certainties, the likely contenders, the maybes and the teams already on the finals scrapheap.
Contenders or pretenders? Luai stands up as Panthers expose Sharks
The Sharks seemingly confirmed their premiership credentials after beating the Roosters and Storm, but the Panthers may have exposed them as pretenders, shattering their seven game win streak.
’Embarrassing’: Sharks’ brutal reality check
In another reminder the NRL premiership isn’t won in May, the competition ladder-leaders have been blown away on their home ground.
NRL star set to be stood down indefinitely
Taylan May is facing an indefinite suspension from the NRL after he was arrested and charged over a domestic violence allegation.
NRL set to stand down Panthers star indefinitely over DV charge
The NRL is set to come down hard on Penrith Panthers player Taylan May after his arrest on assault charges against his wife.
Impromptu Haka gives NRL chills after thriller
Warriors cult hero Dallin Watene-Zelezniak celebrated his 200th game and a thrilling win over Penrith with a spine-tingling sideline act.
Penrith star stood down, charged with hitting wife
Penrith Panthers star Taylan May has been charged with assaulting his wife and has been stood down from playing this weekend.
Panthers say no to controversial old rule
It was the old rule that made Nathan Cleary untouchable, but bringing back blockers to protect kickers isn’t a good idea according to one of his teammates.
Silver linings emerge from Cleary’s injury
Nathan Cleary has won three premierships in a row, but his latest injury setback means he doesn’t get the chance to silence his doubters at Origin level.
Panthers confirm NSW’s worst nightmare
NSW State of Origin coach Michael Maguire must be thinking he is cursed after the Panthers confirmed news that will make him sick.
‘Shattered’ Cleary spotted as Panthers, Blues sweat on scans
The Penrith Panthers and NSW coach Michael Maguire are sweating on the results of scans, with star halfback Nathan Cleary facing a lengthy stint on the sidelines. SEE THE EXCLUSIVE PHOTOS.
‘Devastated’: Cleary disaster destroys NSW
In the last sight any Blue-blooded NSW fan wanted to see, Nathan Cleary has added yet another headache in “devastating” scenes.
Luai sledge says what entire NRL is thinking
Panthers star Jarome Luai has delivered a hilariously honest sledge for the Bulldogs featuring a number of his former teammates.
Signing shock: Fifita inks monster Roosters deal
The Sydney Roosters have won the race for Titans star David Fifita, with the forward set to sign a massive deal after announcing his departure from the Titans.
‘No idea’: Massive gamble amid Fifita bomb
David Fifita is expected to make a decision on his future as soon as tomorrow, but questions have been raised about his impact on his expected destination.
Third club joins race to sign $3.3m man Fifita
David Fifita is a wanted man, with three clubs now in the running to lure the Titans forward away from the Gold Coast.
‘Looking to evolve’: Panthers explain Fifita pursuit
After his meeting with David Fifita on Sunday, Penrith coach Ivan Cleary responded to questions about his club’s pursuit of the star Titans forward.
Premiership star faces ban for ugly tackle
Penrith’s big win over South Sydney has come at a cost with one of their best players charged by the match review committee.
Ivan Cleary’s regret leading into Souths game
Ivan Cleary hasn’t done much wrong over the past four years, but the Panthers coach admits he made a mistake leading into his side’s big win over the Rabbitohs.
Diabolical moment exposes Souths’ stunning lack of commitment
The Rabbitohs looked to have turned a corner after taking a surprise early lead. But things fell apart quickly, as the Panthers piled on 42 unanswered points, with Souths’ commitment coming into question after one embarrassing effort.
‘How the hell?’: Fans rage over Souths try
South Sydney were off to the perfect start against Penrith but fans had more than a few questions after a can of worms from last week was reopened.
Panthers survive second half onslaught to deny Cowboys comeback
The Penrith Panthers have held back a second half onslaught from North Queensland, as the struggling Cowboys continue their slide down the NRL ladder.
NRL battlers swoop, Panthers exodus continues
A battling NRL team is reportedly in the box seat to land Panthers star Sunia Turuva after he looked headed elsewhere.
Market Watch: Cleary brother signs multi-year NRL deal
The younger brother of Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary has inked a multi-year deal with an NRL rival. See the latest NRL transfer news.
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