Wedgie-gate: New angle clears Maroon’s star of doing a ‘Hoppa’
The NRL have moved to clear Harry Grant of a questionable tackle during State of Origin II, provided an unseen camera angle which exonerates the Maroons hooker.
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Watch: One-legged Walsh ignites Broncos comeback, Shark hospitalised
Reece Walsh looked like pulling out of the match minutes before kick-off after tweaking his troublesome knee in the warm up. 80 minutes later he helped seal Brisbane’s Suncorp Stadium comeback.
Former Slater target’s incredible response amid Paul Green furore
Fifteen years ago, Cory Paterson was on the receiving end of an ugly and highly insensitive sledge from Maroons coach Billy Slater. He has responded to Slater’s controversial press conference.
SC wrap: Campbell, Sandon injuries mar high-scoring Sunday
It was a high-scoring Sunday with Mark Nawaqanitawase among the huge scores, but a host of injuries are set to bite SuperCoaches.
Watch: The moment of magic in Roosters’ demolition of Cowboy
The history books will say James Tedesco scored. But what happened prior to the Roosters captain crossing the line was a maze of short passes, offloads and changing angles that lit-up Allianz Stadium. WATCH IT HERE
Klein set to survive Origin axe despite Game II controversy
Only a last-minute stuff-up will prevent Ashley Klein adjudicating the State of Origin decider despite his questionable performance in Game II. The KPI’s that put Klein well ahead of his referee rivals.
‘Extreme regrets’: Mam opens up on rock bottom, rehab, fresh start
It’s the day Ezra Mam wishes he could have all over again. In a raw and emotional interview, Mam reveals his deep remorse over the drug-driving scandal and his commitment to rebuilding trust.
Rugby league’s saddest story leaves a heartwarming legacy
On the 10th anniversary of James Ackerman’s death, the incredible legacy the former Sunshine Coast Falcon has left across Australia can be revealed.
‘I heard a pop’: Reece Walsh reveals details of distressing injury
Call it psychological scar tissue, but Reece Walsh had reason to fear the worst when his knee ‘popped’ during a recent training session. The star Bronco reveals what went wrong – and how it played on his mind.
Katoa conundrum: Joey’s warning as crucial Blues call looms
Isaiya Katoa is humming towards representative football. Yet immortal Andrew Johns has raised concerns over throwing the rising star into an Origin decider.
Early Mail: Knights star suffers lacerated kidney
Knights star Fletcher Sharpe is recovering in a Perth hospital after suffering a lacerated kidney in Newcastle’s win over the Dolphins on Saturday.
Sydney suitor enters the chase for Selwyn Cobbo
Selwyn Cobbo flew to Sydney for preliminary talks earlier this month in the strongest sign yet that the powerhouse back is on the verge of quitting the Broncos. See which clubs are interested.
Dolphins’ loss compounded by star’s suspected ACL injury
The Dolphins’ win streak came to an end at the hands of the Knights, a loss which came at a further cost with star winger Jack Bostock suffering a suspected ACL injury.
The four clubs circling Tigers young gun Tallyn Da Silva
The Tigers decision to allow Tallyn Da Silva to test the open market has started a frenzy with three fresh clubs joining Newcastle in circling the rising star.
What’s the Buzz: Push grows for Perth, PNG salary cap sombrero
There is a push for the Perth Bears and Papua New Guinea to be granted salary cap advantages to ensure the expansion NRL clubs are competitive as soon as they enter the league, reveals PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Four-try Johnston closes in on record that was never meant to be broken
The Rabbitohs came up one-point short against the Storm but Alex Johnston moved four tries closer to breaking the record that was never supposed to be broken, now just six away from Ken Irvine’s legendary haul.
Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Schuster takes indefinite break from NRL
Josh Schuster is taking an indefinite break from rugby league, Cameron Ciraldo’s $20k deal with Paul Gallen, the Bulldogs offer Toby Sexton to a Sydney rival, and more in Saint, Sinner, Shoosh.
Depleted Panthers back inside top eight after gutsy NZ win
No State of Origin players? No worries for Penrith. With their biggest stars not making the journey across the ditch, the Panthers pulled off a statement victory against the Warriors to return to the top eight.
NRL’s Pacific plan to pummel AFL in broadcast bonanza
The NRL has come under fire for their TV rights deals but Peter V’landys says a broadcast bonanza is on the horizon thanks to a clever strategy using the Pacific power of Papua New Guinea.
Battle for the Broncos’ No.9 jersey heats up
Cory Paix is fighting for his future at Brisbane, with Ben Hunt’s impending comeback from injury poised to turn up the heat in the fierce fight for the Broncos’ No.9 jumper.
Matty Johns: The secret weapon bamboozling NRL defences
Isaiya Katoa is tormenting experienced NRL defenders and bamboozling some of the game’s best defensive systems, MATTY JOHNS reveals the young playmaker’s tricks of the trade.
‘Operation Save Selwyn’: How the Broncos plan to keep Cobbo
The Brisbane Broncos have sought the help of local Indigenous elders and mentors to convince Selwyn Cobbo to make the most of his talent and opportunity in the NRL.
Origin III will define one of these men for the rest of their lives
For all of their achievements so far, Nathan Cleary and Cameron Munster have been playing in the shadows of greatness – in a little over two weeks one man will claim the spotlight to himself, writes BRENT READ.
‘Unprecedented overreach’: Players union calls out ARL Commission
The RLPA has slammed changes to the judiciary rules that have given the ARL Commission the power to charge players, saying the move undermines player confidence.
Late Mail: Sharks lose big bopper, Tino tipped to play for Titans
The Cronulla Sharks’ forward stocks are a whole lot thinner with one of their starting props ruled out while the Gold Coast Titans are expecting their Maroons forwards to take on the Eels.
NRL referee conspiracy myth busted
We break down how many penalties and set restarts every side has been awarded and has conceded in 2025 to discover which teams are on the good side of the whistle.
The future NRL stars who lit up State of Origin under-19s
It was a night for future NRL stars to shine — see who impressed in the State of Origin under-19 clash, and why Broncos, Bulldogs, Dragons, Dolphins and Titans fans have plenty to smile about.
Blue murder: The eight first-half missed penalties that cost NSW
From offsides to high shots, to flops and ruck interference – these are the eight first-half infringements from Queensland that referee Ashley Klein missed – but the cameras didn’t. WATCH THE VIDEO
‘My heart breaks for Billy’: Green reveals emotional Slater call
The widow of former Queensland coach Paul Green has praised Billy Slater’s “courageous” character after revealing the Maroons coach called her on Origin game-day to apologise for comments mistakenly linked to her husband’s death.
Inside the 9-0 penalty count: Were the Blues actually robbed?
The lopsided penalty count against NSW was a huge talking point to come out of State of Origin II, but were the Blues actually hard done by? We have put every penalty under the microscope — watch now!
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