Buzz: Maguire’s brave call to axe Tedesco should be applauded
Michael Maguire could have taken the easy option and selected James Tedesco at fullback. Instead, the best 17 players, on form, will be running out for NSW, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
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NSW have a winning feeling the Maroons can only envy
When Michael Maguire names his NSW State of Origin side on Sunday night, there will be one key advantage that the Blues have over Queensland.
Buzz: $50m deal set to save Leichhardt Oval’s NRL future
Finally, the 20-minute wait for a beer and a pie will become a thing of the past, with Anthony Albanese and Peter V’landys stepping in with a $50 million deal set to save Leichhardt Oval, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Rebuilding Burton: From failure to firing for Bulldogs’ marquee man
Too much responsibility, overplaying his hand and Cameron Ciraldo pulling the wrong rein, MATTY JOHNS reveals what hampered Matt Burton and how the Bulldog turned it around.
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Line in the sand as Benji fires Wests Tigers warning shot
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Wests Tigers are no longer the NRL’s circus clowns
For years, Wests Tigers fans have watched the club stuck in an endless cycle of gaffes. PAMELA WHALEY reveals how commonsense has come to Tiger Town.
Walking contradiction: Can polarising Panther handle Tigers pressure?
As the Jarome Luai contract saga continues, Wests Tigers fans may be entitled to question whether the Panthers star can handle the pressure of being the main man, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
Losing culture: Can new board really fix NRL’s basketcase?
Wests Tigers finally burned down their house of horrors. Now new powerbrokers Shane Richardson and Barry O’Farrell must eradicate the infection which has seeped into the foundations, writes BRENT READ.
Bulldog’s Bite predictions: Doggie’s Dally M bombshell
DEAN RITCHIE’S scorching 2024 predictions include a high-profile signing thriving at his new club after years of pain at the Wests Tigers.
Maroons dudded in fresh Origin venue blow
The Maroons can start claiming underdog status for next year’s State of Origin series, after the game two venue was announced.
Mollycoddled NRL players must be told one simple word: NO
NRL clubs have become so reluctant, even frightened, to tell star players ‘no’ because players now carry way too much power, writes DEAN RITCHIE.
Bulldog’s Bite: Dragons’ risky Hunt move offers big hint
St George Illawarra must be confident disgruntled captain Ben Hunt will see out his contract in 2024. Dean Ritchie reveals his weekend highlights and lowlights.
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