Knights

Players react to shock Knights rumours

Bradman Best is keen for good mate Kalyn Ponga to stay, but he’s confident the Knights have the depth at fullback if the skipper decides to leave.

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 05: Kalyn Ponga of the Knights warming up prior to play during the round 14 NRL match between Newcastle Knights and Manly Sea Eagles at McDonald Jones Stadium, on June 05, 2025, in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images)

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‘Don’t fight’: Frenzy erupts after Ponga bomb

The rumour mill has gone into overdrive after reports about Kalyn Ponga rocked the Knights on Monday night.

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How Brown’s decision to not leave Eels early cost him a halves spot

Jason Ryles’ call to move Dylan Brown to hooker came as a surprise to many, but not all. Crucially, Brown was on board, with his decision to not move to Newcastle before June 30 prompting an Eels spine shake-up.

NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 12: Dane Gagai of the Knights makes a run during the round 19 NRL match between Newcastle Knights and Melbourne Storm at McDonald Jones Stadium, on July 12, 2025, in Newcastle, Australia. (Photo by Scott Gardiner/Getty Images)

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Fans start petition to keep unwanted Knights star after Storm loss

Fans have started a petition to re-sign unwanted Knights star Dane Gagai, who was a surprise replacement for Kalyn Ponga in Newcastle’s loss to Melbourne.

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Joash Papalii is a five-eighth prospect for the Eels. Picture: NRL Photos

Eels begin halves experiments in wake of Galvin rejection

Exciting young fullback Joash Papalii could be given a crack at the No.6 jersey at the Eels as Jason Ryles works on a long-term plan for Dylan Brown’s impending exit. Plus, Origin I breaks records and more.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 28: Nathan Cleary of the Blues tackles Kalyn Ponga of the Maroons during game one of the Men's State of Origin series between Queensland Maroons and New South Wales Blues at Suncorp Stadium on May 28, 2025 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Ponga questions after Maroons mauling

The early mail suggests Kalyn Ponga wants to take his place in the Knights team on Friday night, but a potential three games in eight days could see the coaching staff play it safe.

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Turbo, Vunivalu, Va’a: Roosters rookie tops list of NRL’s 20 fastest tries on debut

Every kid dreams of a try on debut. Roosters rookie Xavier Va’a waited just 49 seconds for his, topping a Fox Sports Lab investigation for the 20 fastest tries on debut since records began. See all the famous names and watch the clips of their rapid first tries.

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Dylan Lucas and the Knights were far too good for Penrith. Photos: Getty Images

‘Crazy year’: Reigning champs annihilated

Decimated by Origin commitments, the Panthers have slumped to a fresh low after a one-sided beat down against fellow battlers Newcastle.

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BATHURST, AUSTRALIA - MAY 24: Dylan Lucas of the Knights (11) scores his second try during the round 12 NRL match between Penrith Panthers and Newcastle Knights at Carrington Park, on May 24, 2025, in Bathurst, Australia. (Photo by Mark Evans/Getty Images)

Knights take the pressure off O’Brien – for now

Newcastle have relegated reigning premiers the Panthers to the bottom of the ladder, putting together a strong win to ease the pressure on their embattled coach Adam O’Brien.

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Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien is under pressure.

$2m reason NRL coach is dead man walking

Newcastle Knights coach Adam O’Brien has been urged to listen to Andrew Johns as an uncomfortable cloud bears down on him.

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Teen sensations: Your NRL club’s next star of the future

Meet the next generation of rugby league stars. Our experts have scoured the land to discover the players set to make their way on to the NRL stage for every club.

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