Rugby convert faces toughest NRL test
Mark Nawaqanitawase already has Roosters fans excited for what’s to come next year. But there’s still one very important person he needs to win over after making the move to the NRL.
Mark Nawaqanitawase already has Roosters fans excited for what’s to come next year. But there’s still one very important person he needs to win over after making the move to the NRL.
He was in Paris only a few weeks ago playing rugby sevens at the Olympics, but Mark Nawaqanitawase is about to make his NRL debut.
Renowned for his speed and jumping ability, Mark Nawaqanitawase has also achieved an incredible physical feat that rivals most NRL props, proving he’s ready for the 13-a-side game ahead of his Roosters debut.
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The NRL’s bold venture into the US has already struck gold, with the Roosters signing a sevens star after she impressed scouts in Las Vegas.
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The calls are growing louder for Sandon Smith to replace Luke Keary when he returns from injury, but halfback Sam Walker isn’t writing off his partner in crime just yet.
Roosters players are the first to admit they were below their best against Penrith, but a howler by the Bunker didn’t help their cause and has led to calls for the obstruction rule to be changed immediately.
James Packer and a billionaire NRL godfather are quietly mending a rift after a bitter falling out marked by betrayal.
Wayne Bennett has spoken of his concerns about recent obstruction decisions by the bunker as NRL head of Football Graham Annesley admits his team made an error on Thursday night.
Commentators and fans alike have been left absolutely gobsmacked after a stunning decision stripped the Roosters of a certain try.
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