Ciraldo hits back as NRL rivals monitor disgruntled Dog
Phil Gould’s Canterbury signing spree has left a rising star on the outer — and a host of rival clubs are ready to pounce. Buzz’s weekend highlights and lowlights.
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Media Buzz: Star caller chooses Fox over Triple M
A premier NRL caller wants to devote more time to his calling duties at Fox Sports. And it has come at a cost for Triple M.
Reality TV over fight: Boxing star’s career in balance
Harry Garside’s professional boxing career is in doubt after choosing a reality TV show over a huge fight. More in SAINT, SINNER, SHOOSH.
Buzz: Pokie drama could derail big-spending Bulldogs
Phil Gould’s Bulldogs rebuild is putting significant financial strain on the club, with cashless gaming cards set to have a devastating impact, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
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Please explain: Warrior’s obscene strapping tape message
Warriors prop Kane Evans could face scrutiny for a profanity written on strapping tape on his wrist and beamed around the country on television cameras.
Buzz’s lowlight: Blue heroes denied proper celebration
It’s a shame the record-breaking Blues didn’t get to celebrate in a manner befitting their heroics. BUZZ’S HIGHS, LOWS
KangaBlues: Just three Maroons in Buzz’s Test team
If Mal Meninga is picking a Kangaroos side on merit, the Maroons would be lucky to get three in the team.
Dragons lock in Burgess but miss top target
George Burgess has signed with St George Illawarra — but the Dragons have been out-bid for their top target.
Robbo reveals inspiring tale behind top prop’s revival
After starting the year on the bench, Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has regained his status as the NRL’s premier prop. This is the story behind the resurgence.
Buzz: NRL ratings surprise amid weekend of blowouts
The lopsided scorelines were the talk of rugby league – but there were some good results off the field. BUZZ’S HIGHS, LOWS
Buzz: Why I’m dirty on Blues for Ronaldo protest
You couldn’t help but feel for Ronaldo Mulitalo, so harshly robbed. Phil Rothfield is furious about what happened. Here’s why.
Buzz: Where brilliant Blues rank among NSW’s great teams
Last year it was all about the so-called “worst Queensland side in history”. How the tables have turned, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: NRL’s $160m assault on All Blacks
The NRL is newly cashed-up and ready to launch an all-out assault on the New Zealand All Blacks, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
What’s the Buzz: Shortest Origin careers ever
Not every State of Origin star got as many games as Cameron Smith. Some didn’t even make it on the field.
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