Farnworth magic inspires Phins win as Eels slip away
A piece of Herbie Farnworth brilliance helped the Dolphins to a gritty win over the uninspiring Eels, with the Parramatta side remaining rooted to the bottom of the NRL ladder.
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Perth war: PVL delivers uppercut to AFL with birth of Bears
Peter V’landys has insisted the NRL won’t be bullied as it enters AFL territory with the launch of the Perth Bears, relishing the battle for the hearts and minds of the great west.
Shock eligibility changes set precedent for Ponga
Kalyn Ponga’s Kangaroos future has remained uncertain after making himself unavailable for Australia last year, but a new precedent may have opened the door for him to switch allegiances to New Zealand.
Six SuperCoach lessons learned from Eels v Dolphins
An interchange POD emerges, a rising fullback star gives SuperCoaches more reasons to hold him, and Herbie Farnworth becomes more and more essential. See all the lessons from Thursday night footy.
Late Mail: Horsburgh out but still in frame for Origin
In-form Raiders prop Corey Horsburgh has been ruled out of Saturday’s top-of-the-table clash with Canterbury but is still in contention for the Maroons.
Watch: Tears ‘Flo’ as Bears officially return to the NRL
North Sydney’s greatest servant was reduced to tears as long-suffering Bears fans broke into a wave of euphoria after the foundation club was formally returned to top-flight rugby league.
WATCH: How Souths are breaking down barriers for women in league
It may be Women in League Round, but the reality is many young girls still don’t have access to the sport – see how South Sydney is helping to break down rugby league barriers.
Savala’s agent prompts questions over Roosters’ DCE move
Long-serving player agent Steve Gillis has opened on what impact Daly Cherry-Evans’ anticipated arrival to the Roosters could have on impressive rookie halfback Hugo Savala.
Mastermind’s Last Word: Forgotten POD you must consider
The NRL SuperCoach Mastermind gives his last word on the forgotten Knight, hooker tactics, plus this weekend’s teams to target, cheapies and captains.
‘Bad News Bears’: Publicity war in WA takes ugly turn
Western Australia’s leading newspaper has launched a savage attack on the NRL, Kotoni Staggs pays tribute to the woman who got his life back on track and more in updated Sport Confidential.
Watch: Real reason Mam left out of Broncos squad
Brisbane star Ezra Mam had been due to make a return from suspension, but was not included in the side even though the Broncos are coming off a heavy loss to Penrith.
‘I encouraged Adam to go’: How Bennett delivered Reyno to the Broncos
As Adam Reynolds prepares to take on the Rabbitohs, his former coach Wayne Bennett reveals how he helped orchestrate the Broncos move, as well as defending Souths star Latrell Mitchell.
Stuart issues brutal warning to high-flying Raiders
Ricky Stuart isn’t afraid to dish out a good spray of his playing group, not just for losses either, with the coach issuing a brutal dressing room warning to his team after their Magic Round victory.
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.
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.
‘Weird feeling’: Smith addresses Roosters exit, reveals Robbo chat
Brandon Smith has all but confirmed he’s played his last game for the Roosters, revealing the phone call between himself and Trent Robinson that confirmed he was no longer wanted at the club.
Hasler goes head-to-head with journo over Titans future
Des Hasler is feeling the heat amid bombshell contract clause revelations that leave his coaching future uncertain. It’s a perilous position that led to a tense exchange with a journalist when probed on the plight of the Titans.
‘We have standards’: Madge issues challenge to Mam
Broncos coach Michael Maguire has challenged Ezra Mam to fight his way into the NRL, declaring the underfire star won’t just ‘walk back’ into the Brisbane No.6 jumper.
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.
Bye Bible: The sneaky PODs set to step up
Serious NRL SuperCoaches know the bye/Origin rounds are big moving weeks. MAX BRYDEN reveals the players to target and tactics to employ.
Revealed: Roosters’ $250k bill to deliver Dom Young to Knights
Dominic Young could be playing for Newcastle an early as next week — and the Roosters are set to pay a hefty price for the star winger’s departure.
Titans superstar David Fifita shopped to NRL rivals
Injured Gold Coast star David Fifita may have played his last game for the Titans, after being sent surgery and shopped to rival clubs in an explosive development to his shock axing.
Maroons forced to make changes in bid to save Origin series
After humiliation on home turf in the series opener, Queensland coach Tahnee Norris has been forced to shuffle her team for Origin II, including a recall for a star forward. SEE THE TEAMS.
SuperCoach position updates: Six DDPs locked in with more to come
A total of six new dual position players have been confirmed for NRL SuperCoach in round 12, while a host of others are on our watch list.
Elite rugby schools to NRL pathways: Inside the code war for junior talent
A Queensland GPS star, a Manly cross-code talent and Kiwi teen are just some of the next crop of young guns rocketing through the combined NRL pathways and elite schoolboy rugby production line. SEE THE FULL LIST
From a spray to a conciliatory text: I was wrong about Benji Marshall
Just over a year ago, I questioned Benji Marshall’s commitment after he refused to be a ‘24/7 coach’. Now I have to admit I was wrong, writes DEAN RITCHIE.
Watch replay: Pats Blacktown start premiership defence in style
Patrician Brothers Blacktown kick started their premiership defence in dominating fashion againats Matraville in round 1 of the Peter Mulholland Cup on Tuesday. Watch the REPLAY here.
Replay: Bass High completes comeback in schoolboys classic
Bass High has stormed home in decisive fashion to take down St Dominic’s in a Peter Mulholland Cup clash to remember. Watch the full match REPLAY. here.
‘A massive IN for the Mighty Magpies’: Hayne’s seven-year exile over
Two-time Dally M medal winner Jarryd Hayne will play his first competition game of rugby league in seven years with one of Sydney’s oldest clubs.
Bulldogs star cops crushing blow after failed judiciary bid
Jacob Preston’s State of Origin hopes have been dashed, with the Bulldogs star forward rubbed out of a blockbuster clash against Canberra after suffering a crushing loss at the NRL judiciary.
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