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Michael Carayannis is a rugby league journalist for The Daily Telegraph, The Sunday Telegraph and CODE Sports.

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TOWNSVILLE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 27: Taylan May of the Panthers looks on before the start of the round eight NRL match between North Queensland Cowboys and Penrith Panthers at Qld Country Bank Stadium, on April 27, 2024, in Townsville, Australia. (Photo by Ian Hitchcock/Getty Images)

Taylan May edges closer to NRL return

Taylan May’s management reach out to NRL clubs, Wallabies star an expansion target and the Dragons to come under new leadership – all in the updated Sport Confidential.

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Perth Bears expansion explainer: Everything you need to know

The deal is done. WA premier Roger Cook has confirmed the state has a new NRL team. We answer some of the biggest burning questions over the incoming Perth Bears franchise.

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Revealed: Bombshell clauses can end Hasler’s Titans career

Des Hasler’s tenure at the Titans could end as early as this year after revelations of strict clauses that places his fate at the mercy of Gold Coast management. See the contract details that leave Hasler’s future in doubt.

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Des Hasler was involved in two court cases with his former clubs.

Analysis: Titans’ shrewd secret to safeguard Hasler repercussions

Des Hasler has been involved in two messy splits in the past, resulting in drawn-out court cases with his former clubs. The Titans have made sure they don’t become number three, writes MICHAEL CARAYANNIS.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: Dominic Young of the Roosters celebrates a try during the round two NRL match between Penrith Panthers and Sydney Roosters at CommBank Stadium, on March 14, 2025, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Roosters star granted permission to leave club

A Sydney Roosters star could have played his last game for the club after being granted permission to talk with rivals immediately.

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Adam Reynolds receives treatment on field during match against the Bulldogs.

Late Mail: Reynolds provides Magic update

Broncos fans can rest easy after Adam Reynolds got through the captain’s run. See all the latest team changes for Magic Round.

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WOLLONGONG, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 11: Lachlan Ilias of the Dragons warms up prior to the round six NRL match between St George Illawarra Dragons and Gold Coast Titans at WIN Stadium, on April 11, 2025, in Wollongong, Australia. (Photo by Brendon Thorne/Getty Images)

Flanagan: Why I axed Ilias

St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan says playmaker Lachie Ilias will return to the top grade, but he has high hopes for his replacement Lyhkan King-Togia this weekend.

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Footage shows The Sharks should have been awarded a golden point penalty in their loss to the Tigers.

Fresh bunker controversy: Missed penalty that cost Sharks win

The Sharks went down in dramatic fashion against the Tigers in round eight, but footage shows Cronulla should have been awarded a golden point penalty which would have all but guaranteed them victory instead.

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Bear essentials: $4.5m hit list revealed for NRL’s newest team

Are these the signings that can make the Bears a competitive outfit in their debut season in 2027? Director Billy Moore has drawn up a $4.5m hit list of players to headline a bold new era in WA.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 25: LatrellÃÂ Mitchell of the Rabbitohs is sent to the sin-bin by referee Peter Gough during the round eight NRL match between the Melbourne Storm and South Sydney Rabbitohs at AAMI Park on April 25, 2025, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Latrell Mitchell facing just one week ban for ugly high tackle

Latrell Mitchell won’t be at Magic Round after copping a dangerous contact charge for a high tackle on Melbourne’s Sua Fa’alogo. See the judiciary details and have your say on the ban.

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