‘I forgot’: Hasler breaks silence on viral dressing room spray
Des Hasler’s dressing room spray of a shell-shocked Titans group went viral this week. Now, as the coach prepares for his 500th and possibly final NRL game, he’s addressed the saga.
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The Kevin Walters call that would give NSW the blues
In-form Sharks hooker Blayke Brailey’s availability to play State of Origin for NSW is hinged on a major selection call from new Australian coach Kevin Walters.
AFL’s embarrassment laid bare for all to see
In the ‘war’ between rugby league and Aussie rules, Peter V’landys keeps raining blows on the jaw of the AFL – but the most damaging shot landed this week was self-inflicted, writes Brent Read.
Take a look at yourselves: Johns’ savage advice for NRL sooks
A bad attitude spreads like a virus, and it has infected the Gold Coast Titans dressing room. Des Hasler’s blast may have looked savage, but it was sorely needed, MATTY JOHNS writes.
20 years in Vegas: NRL’s shock plan following NFL, US TV talks
The NRL will look to expand its international footprint in its bid to topple the AFL with a record TV rights deal. It comes as ARL boss Peter V’landys takes another savage swipe at the rival code.
Late Mail: Knights’ injury woes continue, Souths star in doubt
As if Newcastle and South Sydney needed any more injury concerns, a Knights backline star is set to miss their Raiders clash, while a Rabbitohs forward is in doubt. See all the Round 21 team news.
Storm reveal surprise Hughes injury update
Melbourne won the game, but lost Jahrome Hughes to what appeared to be a season-ending shoulder injury – but scans on Friday morning have left Storm fans feeling hopeful all is not lost.
How Wests Tigers are overcoming mental demons under Benji
As the Wests Tigers prepare to take on the reigning premiers and former teammate Lachlan Galvin at the Bulldogs, a leading sports psychologist believes Benji Marshall’s men are winning the battle of the minds in their rebuild.
Why Cowboys axed captain: Henry’s message for Kirra Dibb
Cowboys coach Ricky Henry has declared no one in his team’s position is safe after sensationally dropping co-captain Kirra Dibb. Find out why one of the team’s biggest names is riding the pine again this week.
What an NRL star said to inspire a Roosters rookie signing
What an emerging Maroons’ Origin squad member said to inspire Ipswich SHS captain Xzavier Timoteo – the new Australian schoolboys rugby league prop signed by the Roosters.
Maroons hero’s sad Origin career admission
Maroons legend Ben Hunt has conceded his decorated State of Origin career is all-but over, admitting he may have played his last game for Queensland, after injury saw him miss the 2025 series.
Revealed: Madge move that triggered stunning Broncos revival
The Broncos were on the brink of crisis after six losses in seven games, before coach Michael Maguire rescued their season and turned Brisbane into a premiership threat with one small change.
‘I want to coach on’: Under-siege Hasler has no plans to retire
Des Hasler becomes just the sixth coach in NRL history to crash through the 500-game barrier this weekend, but while the axe hovers over his head at the struggling Titans, Hasler insists he’s not ready to end his career yet.
Gus Gould set to testify in Bulldogs v Topine trial
The Bulldogs have confirmed head of football Phil Gould will be called on as a witness in their explosive court trial against former player Jackson Topine.
‘It’s not going to happen’: Payten braced to lose local halfback
North Queensland is braced to lose one of its homegrown halves, with Todd Payten confirming the departure of one of his talented playmakers at season’s end. Read the coach’s update on his halves situation for 2026.
Future is now: Young guns that eliminated teams must let play
With seven rounds left in the regular season, there are seven clubs who are either out, or almost out, of the finals race. These are the players who should be getting time in first grade before the end of the season.
Cleary-Fowler ‘date night’ picture debunks break-up rumours
Sporting power couple Nathan Cleary and Mary Fowler took time out from their tenpin bowling date to mingle with an adoring fan as the pair put rumours about their relationship to bed.
Titans owner caught in Des Hasler crossfire breaks silence
Titans owner Rebecca Frizelle had a front-row seat to Des Hasler’s savage dressing-room tirade. Speaking for the first time since the incident, the boss has defended the coach’s epic spray, while also addressing the current state of the club.
NFL Academy secures 15-year-old, 132kg rugby league giant
Talby Smith is just 15-years-old but is already 198cm and heavier than any NRL player – and he’s still growing. Now, the “one of a kind athlete” has his taken first step towards a potential NFL career.
Walters Cup weapons: Best players from round 5 named
2025 Walters Cup Players of the Day from round 5: Dolphins junior signing plays the house down, while a Canterbury addition shines in the Year 10 competition.
Top 50 ASSRL schoolboys re-ranked: 11 new entries in seismic shake-up
There has been a seismic shift following the completion of the ASSRL schoolboy rugby league carnival, with a new No.1 and multiple new entries in our top 50 list. See the new-look rankings.
Finals-bound generals: Shock results from NRL’s halfback rater
Halfbacks win premierships and with the NRL finals race looming large, we look at which playmakers are on track for premiership glory and who is facing an uphill battle.
Key forward rejects two-year Broncos offer to sign one-year deal
The Broncos have added another key member to the club’s aggressive recruitment-and-retention spree, staving off interest from rivals to secure a key middle forward.
Incoming Knights CEO Parr addresses Ponga, O’Brien futures
Newcastle’s soon-to-be chief executive Peter Parr has a message for those questioning the future of Kalyn Ponga and Adam O’Brien at the Knights, while insisting the club is not far from being in the premiership mix.
Brailey, Sharks at odds over extension after double rejection
Blayke Brailey is in career-best form and is in the midst of contract talks with the Sharks. Find out why the local product has rejected Cronulla’s deal, and why they rejected his counter.
NRL great Fifita charged with alleged vile park footy act
Sharks 2016 grand final hero and current culture and welfare officer, Andrew Fifita, could miss the remainder of De La Salle’s season following an incident during a recent A-grade match.
How Tigers reignited a childhood combo by unleashing May brothers
He’s one of the NRL’s premier props, but upon reuniting with brother Taylan, Terrell May showed glimpses of a position he once dominated in his youth – halfback. It could be the childhood combo that the Tigers need.
Keep or ditch in 2026? NRL stars facing an uncertain future
To keep or to ditch in 2026? That is the crucial question NRL clubs are racing to answer. We take a look at some of the players vying for a new deal and to determine if they should be re-signed or let go.
‘Dog Head’, Des and a shovel: Rugby league’s greatest coach blow ups
From slaps in the face, to swinging shovels, frothy-mouthed sprays and a coach send off, rugby league has seen it all, long before Des Hasler lost the plot. These are the game’s greatest coach blow ups.
Walters vows to keep Haas in green-and-gold amid walkout fears
New Australia coach Kevin Walters has vowed to stop Broncos star Payne Haas from walking out on Kangaroos camp, amid fears of a mass green-and-gold exodus for the Ashes series.
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