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Phil RothfieldSports Editor-at-Large

Phil Buzz Rothfield is a 43-year veteran of sports journalism. He covered his first rugby league grand final in 1978 – the Manly Sea Eagles – Cronulla Sharks replay. Buzz has been involved in the coverage of every State of Origin game since its inception in 1980 and has covered sport in major countries including England, Russia, the United States and Brazil.

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Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Shock exit at NRL HQ

NRL boss Todd Greenberg’s right-hand man has exited the building, Roosters eye Cooper Cronk’s replacement and Wayne Bennett needs to change his attitude.

Inglis’ new partner and ex-wife together at NRL clash

Greg Inglis’ ex-wife and new partner enjoy each other’s company at the footy, while the granddaughter of a racing great has helped turn around the life of Eels winger Blake Ferguson.

Buzz: Truth behind SBW’s tearful massacre tribute

Sonny Bill Williams was on his way to a special reunion with his old NRL team Canterbury when he heard news of the tragic shooting in Christchurch.

NRL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: Joe Ofahengaue of the Broncos passes the ball during the round one NRL match between the Melbourne Storm and the Brisbane Broncos at AAMI Park on March 14, 2019 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Dodge/Getty Images)

NRL season kicks off with record TV ratings

After a summer a shame, it was anticipated the poor behaviour of rugby league players would affect crowds and TV numbers. But broadcasters and the NRL are today celebrating.

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Cronulla reborn with $40M windfall

The Cronulla Sharks have secured a game-changing $40 million cash injection that will turn the NRL’s premiership paupers into a long-term powerhouse.

Up, up Cronulla! A new era for the Sharks

No more grubby third party deals and no more salary cap rorting. The peptide days are long gone. After decades of lurching from one crisis to another, Cronulla’s future is secure, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.

De Belin backs down from NRL legal stoush

The NRL has avoided an ugly, headline-grabbing stoush with St George Illawarra’s Jack de Belin on the eve of the new season, with the star opting not to challenge being stood down from round one.

Cecchin’s NRL comeback begins in reserve grade

Comeback referee Matt Cecchin has been overlooked for an appointment in this weekend’s opening round of the NRL competition and will referee a NSW Cup match instead.

NRL

This new breed of superstars is taking over the top 10.

New breed of NRL stars take over Buzz’s top 50

There is a changing of the guard in rugby league. Ranking the top 50 players in the NRL has required a dramatic overhaul, with five new players in the top 10. CHECK OUT THE FULL LIST

Joey to open up to Matty on his health battle

Channel 9 has released rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns for an in-depth, one-off interview with his brother Matty on archrival network Fox Sports next weekend.

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