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.
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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.
‘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.
Four-try Johnston not enough as Storm claim golden point thriller
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.
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.
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!
Rookie’s 77th minute adjustment which saved Maroons’ series
Blues star Brian To’o was just one Queensland rookie away from sealing back-to-back Origin series for NSW. Maroons rookie Robert Toia and his right edge partners had other ideas. WATCH THE ANALYSIS
Blues’ emerging NRLW halves duo inspire U19s Origin victory
The NRLW stars of tomorrow were on display as the Blues claimed victory over Maroons in the under-19s Origin, with playmakers Kasey Reh and Evie McGrath giving Dragons and Tigers fans reasons to be excited for the future.
NRL SuperCoach: Top 18 targets for round 18
The final major bye is looming for NRL SuperCoaches and many players on this list are holds for the entire season. MAX BRYDEN reveals the top targets.
Magic Maroons send State of Origin to series decider
Cameron Munster and Tom Dearden delivered a sublime one-two punch to floor NSW and keep the series alive with a nerve-jangling 26-24 victory in Origin II in Perth.
Rising Dragons star to join Bulldogs early
The Bulldogs have landed another pre-June 30 signing and the false reports of crisis meetings at Manly between Anthony Seibold and his players. ALL IN SPORT CONFIDENTIAL.
The unlikely Olympic inspiration that powered Maroons’ epic upset
An Olympic gold medal won two decades ago shapes as the unlikely source of inspiration for Cameron Munster and the Maroons, as fellow Rockhampton product Jamie Dwyer paved a path to glory.
Origin player ratings: Who starred, who struggled in Game Two
Queensland has bounced back to win State of Origin Game Two and send the series to a decider in Sydney. But who stood up and who fell off the pace? Check out our expert player ratings and have your say!
‘I know who I am’: Besieged Slater vindicated as doubters silenced
Coming off the most tumultuous 24 hours of his Origin coaching career, Maroons coach Billy Slater orchestrated a gritty win to justify his polarising selections and breathe fresh life into the Origin series.
Blues fall agonisingly short of greatest Origin comeback ever
The Blues have fallen just short of the greatest comeback in State of Origin history as Queensland stay alive in the series. Relive the action from Perth.
Watch: Jarome Luai escapes with fine for alleged eye-gouge
Experts predicted Jarome Luai’s late inclusion in the Blues side for State of Origin II would annoy the Maroons to no end – but an alleged eye-gouge wasn’t in the script. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Cleary’s mystery injury leaves Penrith scratching heads
Penrith officials were left dumbfounded by Nathan Cleary’s apparent leg injury which saw him relinquish goalkicking duties and contain his overall Perth performance. ORIGIN CONFIDENTIAL.
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