NRL Finals Predictor: Cellar dwellers shaping Top 8 order
Cellar dwellers Gold Coast and Parramatta have caused a top eight shake-up which can have major ramifications for the finals makeup. Every NRL club’s run home and final ladder position.
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Devil’s advocate: The missing piece in Reece Walsh’s career
Cam Munster, Billy Slater and Cam Smith have a special piece in their career which Reece Walsh missed out on – an apprenticeship away from the forensic gaze of the NRL.
Done deal: Dally M star signs monster Storm extension
With quality playmakers at a premium in the NRL, Jahrome Hughes could have had his pick of clubs. But rather than chase dollars, he chose loyalty revealing why he inked a four-year extension with the Storm.
Madden’s Broncos exit opens door for boom Cowboys playmaker
Jake Clifford has won the battle for scrumbase contracts at the Cowboys – and it is set to deliver a former Australian schoolboys playmaker to the Broncos.
Early Mail: ‘Busted gut’ to sideline top Dog in run to finals
In-form Bulldogs fullback Connor Tracey is in danger of missing not only Sunday afternoon’s blockbuster against the Wests Tigers, but the finals – and it could be a boost for Jacob Kiraz.
Walsh the unfair victim of deeper Broncos identity crisis
Reece Walsh is under fire but one of his biggest supporters claims Brisbane’s problems run much deeper than a few errors from their superstar fullback.
Why Kangaroos should let Payne, Tino, Hammer defect to Samoa
You can understand why new Australian coach Kevin Walters wants to convince Payne Haas, Tino Fa’asuamaleaui and Hamiso Tabuai-Fidow not to defect to Samoa. But this is why he should let them walk.
Raiders move to stave off Bears poaching raid for key forwards
Canberra have stepped up their bid to keep their players amid the threat of a West Australian poaching raid, offering an extension to one of their forwards and holding talks with another. MARKET WATCH.
Buzz: Why DCE, Roosters won’t confirm NRL’s worst kept secret
Daly Cherry-Evans will turn out for Manly against his new club the Sydney Roosters in Round 22. This is why both parties are refusing to let the cat out of the bag.
Buzz: Reynolds’ ironman numbers a stark reminder of Souths blunder
With every mounting loss, the Rabbitohs’ decision to only offer club legend Adam Reynolds a one-year extension back in 2021 haunts them even more. These are the numbers that prove the costly blunder is still being felt.
Watch: Jett Cleary shows glimpses of superstar brother in NSW Cup
Jett Cleary continues to emerge as an NRL star of the future in reserve grade, showcasing a lethal running and passing game reminiscent of his superstar brother’s style. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Buy, Hold, Sell: Haumole and Hughes injuries rock SuperCoach
The injuries keep coming for SuperCoaches with just one more week until the start of head-to-head finals. Here are the players to target and avoid.
Dragons cop potential finals KO after sickening head knock
St George Illawarra has suffered a major blow to their finals hopes, while Knights halfback Jesse Southwell is on an unbelievable kicking streak that the Jillaroos selectors can’t ignore. NRLW TACKLE.
‘Would sign him tomorrow’: Broncos star in bombshell NFL talks
Brisbane star Ben Te Kura is weighing up a bombshell move to the NFL, after secretly talking with the Detroit Lions and New York Jets earlier this season.
DCE’s unhappy homecoming as Manly’s gap with elite exposed
Daly Cherry-Evans endured an agonising afternoon at Allianz Stadium – his home for next season – in a match where Manly were found out to be a side well behind the NRL’s elite clubs.
Seething Souths to fight Wighton charge at NRL judiciary
South Sydney will challenge Jack Wighton’s shoulder charge ban at the NRL judiciary after seeking legal advice from veteran legal gun Nick Ghabar.
‘We would never bench David’: Walker brothers pledge to fix Fifita
The Walkers brothers have contacted the Titans to lodge their interest in coaching Gold Coast, and a key part of their pitch involves how they would help Dave Fifita find his mojo again.
Ryles’ plans in motion: Why Eels’ upset was more than just a win
It was one of the shock wins of the season as the Eels trumped the Broncos, but for Jason Ryles it was more than just two points. It was proof that his vision is coming to fruition and the young side is on the right path.
Knights boss fears Newcastle face battle to keep Kalyn
Newcastle boss Peter Parr has conceded the Knights face a battle to retain Maroons star Kalyn Ponga, as the Bears prepare a potential poaching raid to make him the face of Perth rugby league.
The pitch-invading Elvis-impersonator who saved Bears from extinction
He describes himself as loose, authentic and a little bit crazy. Meet Daniel Dickson, the man with a wacky dress sense who helped revive the Bears after almost 30 years out of the game.
Des spray pays off as Titans produce upset of the season
Gold Coast Titans’ hopes of avoiding the dreaded wooden spoon may have received a boost, after they produced a stunning upset to beat the Warriors in Des Hasler’s 500th game as a coach.
Panthers’ premiership push back on track after Tigers thumping
Eight weeks ago they were coming last on the ladder and many thought the Panthers dynasty was over. Now they’re closing in on the NRL’s top four, beating the Tigers to secure a seventh straight win.
Todd Payten has five games left to save his job
Todd Payten bought himself some breathing room with a scratchy win against the Dragons – now the Cowboys coach has five games to cement his future before a post-season review.
Reining in Reece: Broncos must keep Walsh on track
Reece Walsh produced one of the worst games of his career on Friday night. Now the Broncos hierarchy have reacted and say they have a plan in place to keep Walsh in his lane.
Fowler’s footy appearance sets tongues wagging
It’s official. Mary Fowler has ended speculation over her romance with Panthers star Nathan Cleary, making a surprise appearance in the crowd at CommBank Stadium.
How much longer can Haas push through the pain?
The Broncos insist that Payne Haas has no fresh injury concerns despite their key enforcer hobbling form the field last night while the Dragons are resigned to losing Jaydn Su’A for the remainder of the season.
Roosters deal to snatch young talent from Broncos, Dolphins
If the Broncos thought losing Sam Walker was bad — how about a host of the best Queensland talent heading to Bondi? This is the bold plan which should have Brisbane fans worried.
Roosters teach Dogs new tricks in tenth straight win
The Roosters bid for back-to-back NRLW titles is going strong, teaching the Bulldogs some valuable lessons after securing a tenth straight win.
Broncos boilover: Top four blow as bunker denies Walsh miracle
The Broncos’ top four hopes have been dealt a massive blow, with the Parramatta Eels stunning Brisbane, after star fullback Reece Walsh was denied a miracle try at the death.
Why NRL’s most-hyped recruit was snubbed for five months
Souths’ big-money recruit Lewis Dodd finally got his chance at halfback, but was hooked after 68 minutes. Go inside the back story of the deal that has the entire NRL talking.
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