Lockyer: NRL should butt out of SBW negotiations
There’s no doubt rugby league – and the Roosters – will benefit greatly from Sonny Bill Williams’ return in 2020 but the NRL must play no part in the negotiations, writes DARREN LOCKYER.
Opinion
Don’t blame Seibold, blame these guys
One moment at halftime last weekend summed up the Brisbane Broncos problems and who the battling club needs to stand up and fix them, writes MATTY JOHNS.
Mid-season NRL report card: It’s a rugby league disaster
While Nathan Cleary has pushed Penrith to the top of the class, Brisbane isn’t the only big club facing a long finish to the season. Paul Crawley rates the aces and dunces from the 2020 NRL season so far.
Kent: Why SBW’s NRL move is a pipe dream
As a player, Trent Barrett always made his own luck and on Tuesday it appeared that luck would transfer to his coaching career after Sonny Bill Williams became available – but there’s a powerful hurdle to clear if they want to lure SBW back to the kennel.
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Panicky Warriors give finals outsiders hope
WHILE most believe the NRL top eight is done and dusted heading into round 18, the Warriors’ history suggests a sudden slump could be on its way to New Zealand.
Why ice-cold Cam is a law unto himself
NOTHING, and no one, will stand in Cam Smith’s way of winning. Recent revelations about his frosty relationship with former teammates couldn’t dislodge his diamond-cut focus for success.
Johns: Why we love Brad’s Blues
THE Blues couldn’t finish the job in Brisbane but they still did NSW proud, with a gutsy display in one of the great contests, which summed up how Brad Fittler has rebuilt this team, writes MATTY JOHNS.
Something for Queensland to cheer about
THERE were errant Blues fans, someone dressed as Hulk Hogan and a loudmouth in the crowd. But none of this could shake the real Maroons fans determined to make as much noise as possible.
Sad truth in ‘hostile’ response to Billy’s award
INSTEAD of receiving deserved tributes, retiring Maroons champion Billy Slater last night found himself caught in a storm he did not create or deserve, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Kent: Freddy’s plan to unleash Cleary
NATHAN Cleary has been victorious if not imperious for the Blues in NSW’s Origin triumph. But coach Brad Fittler has a plan to bring the best out of his No.7, writes PAUL KENT.
Blues dynasty won’t happen
A NSW clean sweep may be on the cards but, no matter who wins tonight, the Blues aren’t embarking on any dynasty, writes Mike Colman.
How Maroons could look in 2023
WITH Queensland losing just their second State of Origin series in 13 years, selectors may have an eye on the future in 2019. Here’s a look at how the Maroons could line up in five years.
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