Star recruit gives Broncos taste of what’s to come
Brisbane saw their future on Saturday night – a simple, clear game plan enhanced by a decent leader with a calm voice and precise kicking game – and they can’t help but be impressed.
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Why NRL is backing Bennett in ref ‘manipulation’ saga
Ivan Cleary’s stunning post-game rant on Saturday night obviously cut close to the bone, with the NRL siding with Wayne Bennett over what is quickly developing into a thorny subject.
The real victims of Afghanistan-Australia Test drama
A former Afghanistan coach fears the country’s women will be blamed if the Test match against Australia is cancelled in a further blow after the Taliban takeover.
How the cheeky conjurors got a fresh lease on life
The old-school backyard magicians with creative instincts hardwired by a 1000 games with mates are back in vogue … if only clubs could find more of them.
How one club’s fears could help tip expansion debate
As the battle for the NRL’s 17th team heats up, one existing club that had to rescued from potential closure three years ago feels expansion could sentence them to further financial peril.
Broncos bring ‘godfather’ back in from the cold
He was snubbed from an anniversary dinner and has barely been in contact with the club for more than a decade. but Barry Maranta senses things are changing for the good at the Broncos.
Ashes in limbo: England wait on crucial travel advice
With less than 100 days to go until the Ashes, England captain Joe Root has cast further doubt on the series.
Brisbane surprise loser in NRL finals plan
The NRL is poised to lock in venues for this year’s finals series and while Brisbane is tipped to host the decider there’ll be plenty of action elsewhere.
Dolphins readymade to capitalise on expansion twist
While a super bid between the Brisbane Jets and Firehawks is on the brink, Broncos hooker Jake Turpin reveals why the Dolphins must be the NRL’s 17th team.
Two partners in a league marriage is hard enough … try three
If you thought getting married on the spot and getting to know you later is tough on television then imagine what it’s like in the heat of an NRL expansion battle, says ROBERT CRADDOCK.
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