AFL legend Barry Hall is primed to knockout former NRL star Curtis Scott, but the Sydney Swans great’s sights are set on a grudge match with Australia’s greatest prize-fighter: Paul Gallen.
NRL supercoach Wayne Bennett has opened up on his involvement over Damien Cook’s exit from South Sydney, coaching two teams, and how to fix the refereeing crisis.
Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to make four changes to his side for the anticipated State of Origin decider, including the surprise return of Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga.
The injury-ravaged Broncos face taking on the Dragons in round 19 without a staggering 13 players as injuries and Origin cause havoc at Red Hill.
They are both coming off world title losses. Now, Liam ‘Mr Damage’ Wilson wants a piece of George Kambosos as talks begin on a domestic blockbuster.
The Broncos’ mid-season rut has gone from bad to worse as they continue to lose touch with the top eight after five straight losses, with the Panthers claiming victory in the grand final rematch.
Queensland selectors have discussed handing David Fifita a surprise Origin recall for the decider, with one ex-Maroons skipper backing the Titans wrecking ball. See the team news.
Chad Townsend has opened up on his motivation for calling it quits at the Cowboys while ’Alfie’ Langer is set to cash in on his new-found popularity.
Even former Queensland Origin stars have reluctantly fallen in love with the Blues’ back-row Grub, Liam Martin. The same can’t be said for bloodthirsty Broncos and Maroons fans.
North Sydney and Western Australia’s rugby league bid are on the verge of striking a deal which will see the resurrection of the Bears as the NRL’s 18th team.
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