In an extraordinary admission, Queensland coach Billy Slater has confirmed he made an apologetic phone call to the widow of the late Paul Green following his stunning Origin press conference.
Mitchell Moses will miss six weeks with an injury suffered while in NSW Origin camp – and the process which led to the dynamic halfback going down has left Parramatta privately seething.
Former NRL star-turned radio host Aaron Woods has stood by his “grub” sledge against Billy Slater, and argued the Queensland Origin coach went too far with his emotional retaliation.
Robert “Crash” Craddock and Phil “Buzz” Rothfield spar ahead of State of Origin II, with the blowtorch firmly on Billy Slater as NSW seeks a series-winning triumph in the west.
Billionaire media giant Kerry Stokes should immediately hand back his prestigious South Sydney Rabbitohs life membership if he continues to sabotage rugby league’s foray into Perth.
A wild footy brawl on the sidelines of a match involving former NRL stars James Maloney and David Fifita has caught the attention of the NSWRL. Watch the ugly vision inside.
Triple M stablemates Aaron Woods and Gorden Tallis are pulling no punches ahead of Origin II, with the former NSW star telling the Queenslander to get his facts right in their war of words.
The experts have spoken. The NSW Blues will seal back-to-back series wins in Perth – while the Maroons will count the cost of defeat with their careers. See all the tips and bold predictions.
The second State of Origin match in Perth is not a study in talent, it’s an issue of whether a group of embarrassed and criticised players can be desperate enough to fight back. Follow the action all day inside.
Queensland coach Billy Slater has launched a stunning attack on former Blues prop Aaron Woods, referencing late Maroons coach Paul Green in the emotional response to ‘grub’ sledge. WATCH THE VIDEO
Ex-Maroons flyer Selwyn Cobbo will spend a third-straight week in reserve grade and is fighting for his future at the Broncos as Michael Maguire names a relatively unchanged line-up for a crucial clash against the Sharks.
After refusing to kick-off to him in Game 1, Spencer Leniu will undoubtedly be queuing up for another hit-up in Perth, with Queensland legends urging the Maroons to “make it personal” and go after the NSW firebrand this time round.
Peter V’landys explains how the new ARL Commission powers will work, with the NRL quick to point out that the new rules can also work in favour of the clubs.
Following South Sydney’s devastating Allianz Stadium blow, leaked documents have emerged suggesting a heavyweight player campaigned for the Rabbitohs’ return to the venue.
The Penrith Panthers will be without their entire Origin cohort, while South Sydney have named the most unlikely of players. See the latest teams news and replay the SuperCoach Q&A.
The Brisbane Broncos will have to wait another week to welcome Ben Hunt back to the side, Cronulla’s paper thin backline cops a fresh blow and more in our round 16 early mail.
Phil Gould has condemned Billy Slater’s decision to axe Daly Cherry-Evans from the Queensland squad for game two, claiming the under-pressure Maroons will be lucky to score two tries in Perth.
The ARL Commission informed NRL clubs it has taken the extraordinary step of giving itself the power to charge players for offences on the field. SEE THE EMAIL.
Besieged prop Mo Fotuaika has pledged to lift his game, with a Maroons legend predicting up to five jerseys are up for grabs should Queensland lose the series on Wednesday night.
Perth’s Optus Stadium has proven a happy hunting ground for the Blues in each of their previous two trips to the west. But this year’s fixture could play into their rival’s hands.
QRL boss Ben Ikin has assured Billy Slater he will be Maroons coach in 2026 even if Queensland lose back-to-back series. The same can’t be said for the series-losing coaches that have come before him.
The Broncos engaged the same global firm that overhauled the logo for European football giants, Juventus, for their proposed new badge – but fans are divided over the proposed changes. HAVE YOUR SAY
You look good, you play good. We paid a visit to the barber who travels around Australia to make sure NSW giant Payne Haas has just the look to destroy an opponent. WATCH THE VIDEO
Manly management have moved to address growing discontent among supporters, launching a series of internal meetings with key stakeholders, coaches and the CEO as the club’s season enters freefall.
There was some lengthy debate behind closed doors before the shock decision to mysteriously axe a star forward – and it paints a grim picture for coach Billy Slater.
NSW’s greatest coach Phil Gould has lobbed a grenade at Queensland’s besieged forward pack, predicting an under pressure Billy Slater will pull an 11th-hour selection switch.
Parramatta Eels centre Alfred Smalley is facing a five-week ban for the shocking high tackle in NSW Cup that left a Warriors rival unconcisous. Plus much more in Buzz’s highlights and lowlights.
South Sydney Rabbitohs star Keaon Koloamatangi has a suspected fractured eye socket and has been ruled out of the extended NSW squad. His replacement can now be revealed.
New Maroons skipper Cameron Munster opens up about his reformation from wild-child larrikin to Queensland leader – and the stint in a Brisbane rehab clinic that saved his life.
The Bulldogs survived lightning strikes and a late South Sydney Rabbitohs’ rally to regain top spot on the NRL ladder. Sunday action is over and here are the SuperCoach winners and losers.
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