Buzz: Maguire’s brave call to axe Tedesco should be applauded
Michael Maguire could have taken the easy option and selected James Tedesco at fullback. Instead, the best 17 players, on form, will be running out for NSW, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
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NSW have a winning feeling the Maroons can only envy
When Michael Maguire names his NSW State of Origin side on Sunday night, there will be one key advantage that the Blues have over Queensland.
Buzz: $50m deal set to save Leichhardt Oval’s NRL future
Finally, the 20-minute wait for a beer and a pie will become a thing of the past, with Anthony Albanese and Peter V’landys stepping in with a $50 million deal set to save Leichhardt Oval, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Rebuilding Burton: From failure to firing for Bulldogs’ marquee man
Too much responsibility, overplaying his hand and Cameron Ciraldo pulling the wrong rein, MATTY JOHNS reveals what hampered Matt Burton and how the Bulldog turned it around.
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What’s the Buzz: NRL clubs unite to end current Origin format
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Matty Johns: Dodgy cars, secret deals and Gus’s cheque book
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The rule change set to shake-up NSW coaching race
It’s the potential rule change from the NSW Blues that could completely blow apart the race for Brad Fittler’s State of Origin coaching job.
Key Dragons staffer quits as bloodletting begins
A respected St George Illawarra staff member has handed in his resignation after reports the club was in negotiations to replace him in 2024.
Monday Buzz: NRL heart-throb officially off the market
South Sydney captain Cameron Murray celebrated a big off-field milestone, while a rugby league recluse made a rare NRL appearance. Buzz’s highlights and lowlights.
Dragons: Flanagan’s two new targets identified
Shane Flanagan is putting his stamp on the St George Illawarra Dragons – informing one veteran he will not be required in 2024 and reshaping his support staff.
The shining light who could spark Blues redemption
There was very little to smile about for NSW fans on Wednesday night. But all is not lost for the Blues. And this is why.
Why NRL must make an example and stand Hunt down
The NRL cannot sit back and watch Ben Hunt squirm his way out of St George Illawarra, writes Paul Crawley. It is time for the game to stand up for something.
Why NSW must make tough call on Teddy
It’s too late for Brad Fittler to save his job, but it’s not too late for the next NSW coach to come in and fix what went wrong on Freddy’s watch.
Maroons’ ruthless plan to inflict ultimate humiliation on Blues
Despite claiming back-to-back series victories for the first time since 2017, Queensland plans on landing a 13-year killer blow on the Blues in Sydney.
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