NRL target five more player agents in major crackdown
The NRL’s crackdown on the influential dealmakers who represent hundreds of players across the game has claimed five fresh scalps.
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Tracking the decline of Daly Cherry-Evans
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NSW enforcer reveals regrets over 45-year-old State of Origin lie
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NRL Casualty Ward: Turbo close to return, Dragon hospitalised
Tom Trbojevic has passed a major hurdle ahead of his return to the NRL, while the Dragons received positive news after a player was rushed to hospital on Friday night.
Bad news Bears? Ch 7’s war with NRL’s newest CEO exposed
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‘Not acceptable’: Friday night flogging for Flanno and the Dragons
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Bears plot cashed-up poaching raid for dynamic duo
Mal Meninga could look to raid his former club for two of its star players after being handed an open chequebook to launch the Perth Bears.
‘He won’t be going anywhere’: Haas camp’s Broncos guarantee
The Broncos now have a five-month headstart in the race to sign Payne Haas, but if these latest words from the agent of the star prop are to be believed, then the Brisbane behemoth is staying put regardless of the sums involved.
‘Selwyn’s got to look at a few things’: Why Maguire axed Bronco
Selwyn Cobbo needs to ‘get himself right’ before he can return to the NRL according to Brisbane coach Michael Maguire as one club old boy fumed over the decision to axe the fan favourite.
Do Qld get Origin? Blues greats offer Maroons some free advice
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‘Great privilege and responsibility’: Meninga’s officially a Perth Bear
Mal Meninga has been officially unveiled as the Perth Bears’ inaugural coach, charged with overseeing the entry of the NRL”s newest team. READ ALL THE DETAILS.
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Unmasking the faceless men who hold the power at every NRL club
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State of Origin team picker: Will you stick true to incumbents?
An injury and form crisis has swept through the Queensland side in the lead up to Origin, while in Blues-land, there is an embarrassment of riches to choose from. Pick your teams as we count down to Game 1 of the series.
NRL 2025 Rookie Dossier: Parra’s teen talents pushing for debuts
Much has been made of Parramatta’s struggles to hold junior talent, but the club still boasts a number of emerging stars that are knocking on the door of first-grade debuts. We reveal every NRL club’s rookie prospects.
Why are the Titans laughing if the joke’s on them?
When the Gold Coast Titans sought to clap back at critics of embattled coach Des Hasler, all they managed to achieve was to smack themselves in the face, writes BRENT READ.
Johns: Young and fearless Raiders are reinventing the Green Machine
Ricky Stuart’s second placed Raiders are a perfectly balanced mix of tough and experienced while also young and fearless, writes MATTY JOHNS.
Watch: Brutal crowd treatment threatens to break Mam
Brisbane Broncos bad boy Ezra Mam was rattled by a hostile crowd at Manly – if he does not learn to handle it it could ruin his winter or worse, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Critical failure: Penrith’s full roster rated as premiers plummet
With the Panthers dynasty well and truly over we grade every player that has turned out for Penrith in 2025 in an attempt to identify where it all went so wrong for the once invincible premiers.
Late Mail: Titans receive welcome early boost, NSW star cleared
The Titans have been given a welcome surprise with the early return of a high-profile star. Meanwhile, the Blues received a huge boost ahead of Origin II. Latest team news inside.
Ponga the hero as Knights stun Manly with miracle comeback win
The Knights were booed off the field by their own fans at half time. They went on to produce one of the most memorable wins in the club’s history with a golden point victory over the shellshocked Sea Eagles.
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SuperCoach NRL: Buy, Hold, Sell Round 14
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Tigers land prized signature of Knights powerhouse
A Newcastle star has finalised a multi-year deal move to the Tigers, adding youth and strike to their forward pack as the revolution continues at Concord. That and more in Sport Confidential.
NRL star subject to vile fan threats after brutal match
Newcastle outside back James Schiller has called out a fan and revealed the disgusting abuse he was subjected to following his team’s stunning win over Manly.
‘Own it’: NRL coach apologises to fans
Adam O’Brien has issued a heartfelt apology to Knights fans, while he also addressed vile social media abuse towards one of his players.
Player revolt, board, Madge: Broncos chairman breaks silence
Broncos chairman Karl Morris has come out swinging in support of besieged coach Michael Maguire amid a turbulent campaign. In an exclusive interview, the Brisbane chair addresses the club’s slump, rumblings of player discontent, and more.
NRL sanctions high-profile player agents over major breaches
The NRL has sanctioned two of the game’s most powerful agents – who manage Benji Marshall and Josh Addo-Carr – over breaches of their accreditation scheme. However, one agent is set to fight his suspension with the help of a legal high flyer.
Ukrainian internationals doing nation proud amid turmoil
Rugby league is a tough game, but the few trying to play in Ukraine have put new meaning on the word tough. With a number of small rugby league nations like Ukraine competing this weekend, we reveal the players to watch.
‘Can’t let him land first’: Anasta lifts lid on heated Latrell exchange
It was the explosive meeting outside a Sydney restaurant where Braith Anasta feared he was about to come to blows with one of the NRL’s scariest players. Now, Anasta reveals what went down between him and Latrell. WATCH THE VIDEO
‘Burn the jersey’: Staunch reason May was sacked by Panthers
Terrell May’s punishment for not pulling his weight on the field for Penrith’s under-20s side was to be dropped to St Marys. The Minchinbury Jets junior had other ideas – and it cost him his job at the Panthers.
The last Bears: Tracking down the 17 players from North Sydney’s final game
They’re the 17 players who hold an important place in rugby league’s 117-year history. TYSON JACKSON tracks down every player from the North Sydney Bears’ final first grade game in 1999.
NRL Run Home: How many wins your club needs to make top 8
We’re at the halfway point of the 2025 NRL season, and the top eight race is still wide open. We reveal how many wins your team needs to play finals, who will miss out and who will make a late surge.
WATCH: Origin star reveals ‘lucky’ break after cancer diagnosis
Emma Verran has encouraged skin checks and sunscreen use after revealing the lucky break which led to an early diagnosis of melanoma.
Titans insist on Hasler safety amid speculation of Bellamy pursuit
The Gold Coast Titans have guaranteed under-pressure coach Des Hasler will not be sacked amid whispers the club is ready to make a play for Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy.
Cobbo demotion sends shockwaves through Broncos
Broncos flyer Selwyn Cobbo is set to be demoted to the Hostplus Cup in a move that could have major ramifications for the Broncos. Plus why ‘Madge’ axed Kobe Hetherington.
NRL world says same thing about coach’s rant
Cowboys coach Todd Payten unleashed an all-time spray after a first-half riddled with errors, but it backfired massively.
‘Not pulling their weight’: Every Broncos player rated
The Brisbane Broncos are fighting to stay in touch with the NRL’s top eight following a shocking mid-season crash. See how every player has rated so far in 2025 and have your say here.
Braith Anasta calls for Bulldogs to axe star
NRL legend Braith Anasta has delivered a hard truth to Bulldogs fans after the club landed boom teenager Lachlan Galvin.
NRL icon a laughing stock after blunder
Paul Gallen has come clean on an embarrassing detail of his Cronulla captaincy, leaving Andrew Johns and Cameron Smith in stitches.
NRL star subjected to horrific online abuse
Newcastle winger James Schiller has opened about the vile abuse he was subjected to despite being part of the winning team.
NRL’s astonishing latest push in bid to go global
The likes of Reece Walsh could be lining up at the Olympic Games if the NRL gets its way. HAVE YOUR SAY
Johns fumes as fan attack goes too far
Matty Johns has torn Adam O’Brien to shreds in the latest chapter of a long-running feud between the coach and former club great.
Maguire explains shock call to drop Broncos star
Michael Maguire has made a massive call to axe one of his biggest stars as the Broncos look to bounce back in their grudge match against the Titans.
Panthers come clean on Cleary rumour
Nathan Cleary will break just about every NRL record if he signs a new deal in a couple of years, but that could be in jeopardy for this reason.
Roosters re-sign Golden Boot winner
The Roosters remain the team to beat in the NRLW after they re-signed the reigning Golden Boot winner on a long-term deal.
Meninga’s major sacrifice to become Bears boss
Mal Meninga hasn’t coached a club side for more than 20 years, but he’s confident he can play a key role in building the Perth Bears.
Mal loses job as NRL makes bombshell call
The NRL has made a massive announcement about the future of “Immortal” Mal Meninga after months of rumours.
Wild new details emerge of restaurant fight
Braith Anasta has lifted the lid on what unfolded during a fiery confrontation at a Sydney restaurant with NRL star Latrell Mitchell.
Coach grills own fans over ‘truly disappointing’ act
Knights coach Adam O’Brien has slammed the club’s supporters who booed his side at halftime against Manly on Thursday night.
Fresh twist in Fifita’s feud with Titans
The Gold Coast Titans medical staff have cleared David Fifita to resume playing, but the mercurial 110kg wrecking ball is refusing to suit up – see why here.
Mastermind’s Last Word: Hop to it and Origin worth the wait
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Bombshell NRL club switch rumour swirls
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