What’s Jarome Luai really worth without Nathan Cleary?
The mammoth deal that could get Jarome Luai to Wests Tigers is fraught with danger, including the unknown of what his impact will be without Nathan Cleary, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
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Collateral damage: Tigers star dragged into $4m Luai pursuit
Former Test prop David Klemmer has emerged as an unsuspecting chess piece in the Wests Tigers $4 million pursuit of Jarome Luai.
$4m Luai bomb blows Panthers away
The Penrith Panthers may be in for a battle to retain the services of Jarome Luai after reports of a monster offer on the table.
Rival’s cryptic post ignites Luai rumour
Jarome Luai’s signature is arguably the most coveted available at the moment and a rival has set the rumour mill into a frenzy.
NRL Draw: The good, bad and ugly for your club in 2024
Fox Sports stats expert Aaron Wallace reveals how supporters and members from every NRL club are affected by the 2024 draw.
Club by club guide: Cowboys go on attack with bold coach move
He only retired as a player six months ago, but the Cowboys believe James Maloney is the man to reignite their attack in a new career start. Every club’s coaching situation assessed inside.
Download your 2024 NRL draw and club posters here
The NRL has released the draw for the 2024 season – and now you can have it on your wall at home! DOWNLOAD THE FULL NRL DRAW AND CLUB-BY-CLUB POSTERS INSIDE.
‘Should be top four every year’: Rival slams Broncos’ ‘rails run’ draw
A rival NRL club boss has called out the 2024 draw, claiming it’s a TV schedule designed to ensure the Broncos remain a powerhouse club. See the draw winners and losers.
Turbo omen, Pokemon: Watch NRL clubs’ viral 2024 draw videos
From the weird and wonderful, unique and borrowed, NRL clubs got creative to celebrate the release of the 2024 draw. WATCH every video here!
Cleary lives it up in NYC after Perth rendezvous with Fowler
With Mary Fowler back in the UK, Nathan Cleary has jetted to New York to let off some steam with a close circle of friends.
Spine rater: Why Panthers stars aren’t NRL’s No.1 combo
Nathan Cleary, Jarome Luai and Dylan Edwards may have piloted the Panthers to a premiership three-peat, but an analysis of all 17 clubs reveals Penrith don’t boast the best spine, writes TRAVIS MEYN.
NRL 2024 draw: Blockbuster grand final rematch locked in
The Broncos will get an early chance to exact some revenge for their heartbreaking grand final defeat to the Panthers. See when the heavyweights clash for the first time in 2024.
100m in 9.68secs: NRL’s fastest man could be Olympic threat
Phil Gould once called Josh Addo-Carr the fastest man on the planet. But, these exclusive stats reveal which NRL star would really be a contender for that crown. See the exclusive top 20 here.
Tigers prop shocks speedsters: every NRL club’s fastest players
Just two forwards made the list of the top three fastest players at every NRL club in 2023. See the incredible results from the official GPS tracking data for the NRL.
Luai given warning after icy Panthers drama
Jarome Luai’s eyes are full of zeros and his week of drama has exposed a brutal question about his NRL future.
‘I’ll show you’: Swipe sparks $1m Luai frenzy
Speculation is rising that Jarome Luai will exit the Panthers with a chip on his shoulder after coach Ivan Cleary’s comments this week.
Luai call is about more than just money
Jarome Luai will always be the Robin to Nathan Cleary’s Batman at Penrith. It’s time for the three-time premiership-winner to become the main man, writes Brent Read.
Panthers respond to Luai-Cleary barbs as NRL rival circles
Benji Marshall could prove an influential player in Panthers star Jarome Luai’s contract negotiations as Penrith responds to the simmering tensions between their five-eighth and coach.
Short Valentine’s Day window for Aussie sport’s new power couple
Packed playing schedules and 17,000km of distance will test the budding romance between Mary Fowler and Nathan Cleary, with the pair set for a two-week cross-over in England.
Luai takes dig at Cleary with Insta post
Jarome Luai has taken a subtle dig at Ivan Cleary after the Panthers coach warned NRL rivals of the “risk” in signing him.
Cleary’s shock $1m warning to Luai suitors
Jarome Luai is officially able to negotiate with rival clubs – and is set to field monster offers. But Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has questioned whether his gun five-eighth is worthy of a $1m deal.
Mason’s four-word warning for Panthers star
Former Kangaroos prop Willie Mason has a blunt message for Jarome Luai over his ongoing contract saga with the Panthers.
Will NRL top 8 be great again? Locks, drops, shocks in 2024
We analysed the bottom nine, but now it’s time to predict which teams in the top eight will be great again, and who is in danger of slipping out of NRL finals contention in 2024.
NRL Burning Issues: Time to show who runs the Rabbitohs
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou is under the pump this off-season as he attempts to unite a fractured club, and show he’s in control of some big personalities.
Panthers blink in $50k Luai standoff
Three-time premiership winning five-eighth Jarome Luai has been given a stark reality check after the Panthers blink first in contract standoff.
The one Ivan Cleary spray his players never forgot
Penrith’s taciturn coach is anything but reserved around the loyal players who love him, DAVID RICCIO uncovers the real Ivan Cleary.
Why Panthers wanted to sack grand final hero
Living in a caravan out the back of his uncle’s house in Mt Druitt, Moses Leota began working for a relative’s bricklaying company at 14 — leading to Penrith officials wanting to cut him loose.
Watch: Walsh’s ugly clash with young Panthers fan
The NRL grand final build-up has been soured by an exchange between a fan and Broncos superstar Reece Walsh just days out from rugby league’s showpiece event. WATCH THE VIDEO
Panther’s surprise call will delight Bulldogs fans
In his final game for Penrith before joining Canterbury next season, Stephen Crichton has revealed the news Bulldogs fans have been waiting for.
‘Humility, not arrogance’: Cleary slams Panthers perception
Ivan Cleary has had enough of suggestions his three-peat-chasing Panthers aren’t humble, despite all their success, hitting out at the narrative painted around the team.
Eels legends tell Panthers: Stand tall alongside us
Jack Gibson’s Eels have solely held the triple-treat honour for the past 40 years – but that could change on Sunday.
Record heat to smash long weekend
Soaring temperatures and fire warnings are in store for parts of the country this weekend as Australians gear up for dangerous weather.
Crichton closes in on wild 115-year record
Stephen Crichton has achieved more by the age of 23 than some players will in a lifetime. And on Sunday, he’s looking to do something out of this world.
Brandy, Fittler dethroned: Penrith’s 20 greatest players ranked
Since debuting in 1984, the brilliant Greg Alexander has long been accepted as Penrith’s finest player – until now. Dean Ritchie ranks the greatest Panthers players 20-1.
NRL’s stunning admission over Panthers’ dodgy Cleary tactics
The NRL have responded to claims the Penrith Panthers are using illegal tactics to protect champion halfback Nathan Cleary, writes Paul Crawley.
Junior clubs, origin stories behind history-making Penrith Panthers
They’re the 17 Penrith Panthers players chasing a hat-trick of premierships in this weekend’s NRL grand final. We look at the origin stories and junior clubs that helped where they are today.
Wildcard firms for Kangaroos debut
Nathan Cleary and Dylan Edwards played for the Junior Kangaroos seven years ago, and there’s a strong chance they will represent Australia again next month.
NRL grand final early mail: Kevvie downplays Broncos injuries
Brisbane fans rest easy, Broncos coach Kevin Walters insists his star duo Reece Walsh and Herbie Farnworth will play on Sunday despite requiring treatment at training.
Garner eyes off absurd grand final record
Panthers players have grown used to winning comps, but grand final week is completely new to Luke Garner who was stuck with the wooden spoon just 12 months ago.
Sydneysiders abandon their own to back Broncos
The Penrith Panthers’ unapologetic approach to celebrating their well-earned NRL premiership victories has drawn the ire of fans from rival clubs.
$360,000 grand final heist is the NRL’s greatest mystery
This is the terrifying story of a premiership-winning Panthers side, armed bandits, a 32-year silence and a $360,000 daylight heist which remains unsolved.
Jarome Luai: I could be best mates with Reece Walsh
Ahead of the grand final, Penrith Panthers star Jarome Luai concedes that he and Brisbane Broncos sensation Reece Walsh may have been best mates
$5m proof Panthers and Broncos have beaten NRL salary cap
They are the incredibly strategic salary cap moves that are set to pay off big time for either Penrith or Brisbane. See the amazing value they’re getting out of their rosters.
Broncos’ worst nightmare as grand final referee confirmed
Brisbane’s worst statistical referee will make his grand final debut after the NRL overlooked veteran referees Ashley Klein and Gerard Sutton.
Panther’s Dally M recipe: Meditation, no Insta, three phones
In a team of superstars and even bigger personalities, Dally M centre candidate Izack Tago is Penrith’s quiet achiever with a unique recipe for success.
Panther King: Download your Nathan Cleary mega poster
As Penrith aim to claim a piece of NRL history, we have immortalised the man at the centre of the Panthers’ dominance, Nathan Cleary, in a mega wall poster.
Luai lifts lid on Broncos rivalries
Jarome Luai is a firm believer in what happens on the field, stays on the field. And he says rivalries with opposition stars is great for the game.
‘Tall poppy syndrome’: Surf legend shuts down Panthers haters
World surf champion Mick Fanning has leapt to the defence of the Panthers, claiming Aussies can’t help but try to knock down ‘whoever is up the top’, amid criticism of their on-field antics.
Broncos star goes down in horror injury scare
The Broncos have been dealt a massive injury scare five days out from the grand final with a star failing to finish training due to injury.
‘Crazy money’: Luai’s $2 million decision
Jarome Luai will soon have to choose between earning an extra $2 million or staying at his beloved Penrith Panthers as rivals circle.
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