NRL bad boy returns after ‘painful’ lesson
Craig Fitzgibbon says star half Braydon Trindall has learned a painful lesson as he prepares to make his NRL return.
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Loophole: Guilty Trindall clear to play for Sharks
Cronulla Sharks star Braydon Trindall has learned his fate in court after pleading guilty to charges of drink-driving and failing an illicit road-test.
Buzz’s Top 8 Race: Five teams fighting for one finals spot
As we approach the halfway point of the NRL season, five clubs can begin planning their Mad Mondays. PHIL ROTHFIELD reveals the finals certainties, the likely contenders, the maybes and the teams already on the finals scrapheap.
Chaos as NSW star’s Origin call swings
Sharks playmaker Nicho Hynes has been rocked by drama just hours before NSW announces its team for State of Origin Game 1.
Contenders or pretenders? Luai stands up as Panthers expose Sharks
The Sharks seemingly confirmed their premiership credentials after beating the Roosters and Storm, but the Panthers may have exposed them as pretenders, shattering their seven game win streak.
’Embarrassing’: Sharks’ brutal reality check
In another reminder the NRL premiership isn’t won in May, the competition ladder-leaders have been blown away on their home ground.
‘Face says it all’: Hynes, NSW in disarray
In front of NSW coach Michael Maguire, a near certainty for the Blues’ No. 7 jersey has returned the state to the drawing board.
Barrett’s first interview as Eels coach
He’s already had two stints as an NRL coach, and Trent Barrett now has a few months to show Eels bosses that he has what it takes to be the man to replace Brad Arthur.
Final audition for Sharks Origin hopefuls
A host of Sharks stars have 80 more minutes to prove they belong in the Blues team.
Matty Johns: The extraordinary factor in Nicho Hynes’ form
Nicho Hynes is a better footballer now than when he had the 2022 Dally M medal places around his neck – even with added off-field pressure, writes MATTY JOHNS.
Hynes making irresistible case for NSW call from Maguire
NSW coach Michael Maguire will sit down to select his side for the opening State of Origin game in just over a week and there isn’t much more Nicho Hynes can do to secure his name in halves.
‘All off me’: Cult hero takes NRL by storm
Cronulla’s charge to the top of the NRL ladder has continued with fans all saying the same thing about the Sharks’ latest cult hero.
Hynes on track for Magic Round return
Nicho Hynes has the chance to impress State of Origin selectors at Magic Round, but his fitness is the only thing that matters when the final team list is announced.
Sharks loophole: Trindall set to play amid sample delay
A delay in vital evidence related to Braydon Trindall’s court hearing has opened the door for the Cronulla Sharks star to make a shock NRL comeback this weekend.
Buzz: NRL table farce buries competition’s most-improved team
The Bulldogs might be ahead on the ladder, but the Dragons are the most improved team in the competition this season. Check out Buzz’s highlights and lowlights from round 10.
Sin bin controversy mars game as Sharks end Storm streak
Storm skipper Harry Grant was left stunned after the hooker was controversially sin binned, as the Sharks capitalised to end Melbourne’s 14-game win streak at home in a thrilling top of the table clash.
Farcical scene leaves NRL in disbelief
The NRL world was left dumbfounded after Storm captain Harry Grant was sin binned in utterly farcical scenes no one could believe.
‘Pack a snorkel’: Wild sight stuns NRL
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan called his side “awful” but it was the pre-game scenes that would have fans at least understanding why.
Hynes’ role in Trindall recovery, rough return date set
Nicho Hynes is playing an active role in helping resurrect the season of teammate Braydon Trindall. See when the crestfallen playmaker could be set to return.
Premiership pretenders: Sharks’ soft underbelly will be exposed
Cronulla risk establishing themselves as the NRL’s newest May premiers, with a massive five-week period against competition heavyweights to define their season. DEAN RITCHIE reveals why.
Disfigured star’s question has fans in stitches
A Cronulla cult hero was a confronting sight for even rugby league greats when he stepped in front of the camera.
‘Hurting’ Raiders coach vows to fight on
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has vowed to turn around his flagging Canberra side after it was thrashed at home by the Sharks.
NRL star in rehab day after playing in win
Cronulla Sharks playmaker Braydon Trindall was reportedly in a rehab facility less than 24 hours after playing in an NRL win.
Coach blasts former club in epic swipe
He went to great pains to insist it’s not about him, but Shane Flanagan had some stinging words for his former NRL club.
NRL star stood down over alleged drug test
The Sharks player has notified the NRL after allegedly failing a roadside drug and alcohol test on Monday morning.
Road to Round 1: Every NRL pre-season fixture revealed
From pre-season fixtures to fitness, fresh faces to fresh fades, the latest news from every club as they sweat it out on the path to round 1.
Stat Attack: Knights’ deal with the Devil revealed
The Knights attack was back at its best in 2023 after a historic run of wins, but it may have believers in the paranormal on edge. These are the stats that will determine your team’s hopes in 2024.
Can you tackle the impossibly hard NRL quiz?
Consider yourself a rugby league guru? Take on Fox Sports NRL statistician Aaron Wallace and his impossibly hard quiz and test your knowledge on the greatest game of all.
What Fitzgibbon needs to do to avoid Sharks feeding frenzy
Cronulla have more unanswered questions than most NRL teams: A halves battle, a forwards rotation issue and lack of recruitment. PAMELA WHALEY looks at the Sharks’ potential solutions.
How Sharks pulled off $4m Addin Fonua-Blake heist
A fortnight of stealth-like meetings and secret negotiations has landed Cronulla one of the biggest names on the transfer market. See the contract details behind the Addin Fonua-Blake deal.
Bombshell as Sharks poach Warriors gun
The Dragons were believed to be frontrunners, but the Sharks pounced and have secured the services of a Warriors enforcer.
Sharks coup nets NRL star on huge deal
The Bulldogs and Dragons have missed out on another major target with Addin Fonua-Blake signing a monster contract with the Sharks.
Another long delay for leagues club redevelopment
The highly-anticipated reopening of the Sharks Leagues Club at their NRL team’s home ground is at least 12-months away after years of delays.
Will new recruits push Bulldogs pup out of the kennel?
They’re the NRL’s one-time next big things, teen prodigies and first graders in the making. PAUL CRAWLEY looks at where some of rugby league’s best rookies have landed.
Depth test: Dykes can plug the hole left by Moylan
Veteran Sharks playmaker Matt Moylan has left Cronulla for the Super League, DAVID RICCIO, reveals why the club will not just survive but thrive in his absence.
NRL Draw: The good, bad and ugly for your club in 2024
Fox Sports stats expert Aaron Wallace reveals how supporters and members from every NRL club are affected by the 2024 draw.
Club by club guide: Cowboys go on attack with bold coach move
He only retired as a player six months ago, but the Cowboys believe James Maloney is the man to reignite their attack in a new career start. Every club’s coaching situation assessed inside.
Download your 2024 NRL draw and club posters here
The NRL has released the draw for the 2024 season – and now you can have it on your wall at home! DOWNLOAD THE FULL NRL DRAW AND CLUB-BY-CLUB POSTERS INSIDE.
‘Should be top four every year’: Rival slams Broncos’ ‘rails run’ draw
A rival NRL club boss has called out the 2024 draw, claiming it’s a TV schedule designed to ensure the Broncos remain a powerhouse club. See the draw winners and losers.
Turbo omen, Pokemon: Watch NRL clubs’ viral 2024 draw videos
From the weird and wonderful, unique and borrowed, NRL clubs got creative to celebrate the release of the 2024 draw. WATCH every video here!
NRL club with softest draw revealed
The Sharks are the big winners of the 2024 NRL draw, with a soft start to the year putting them in the box seat to return to the top four.
Spine rater: Why Panthers stars aren’t NRL’s No.1 combo
Nathan Cleary, Jarome Luai and Dylan Edwards may have piloted the Panthers to a premiership three-peat, but an analysis of all 17 clubs reveals Penrith don’t boast the best spine, writes TRAVIS MEYN.
NRL 2024 draw: Blockbuster grand final rematch locked in
The Broncos will get an early chance to exact some revenge for their heartbreaking grand final defeat to the Panthers. See when the heavyweights clash for the first time in 2024.
100m in 9.68secs: NRL’s fastest man could be Olympic threat
Phil Gould once called Josh Addo-Carr the fastest man on the planet. But, these exclusive stats reveal which NRL star would really be a contender for that crown. See the exclusive top 20 here.
Roster rater: Glaring hole Sharks must fix to end finals fades
Cronulla could be relying on rising stars to claim their first finals win since 2018, but there’s a hole in their list holding them back. PAMELA WHALEY ranks the Sharks’ roster from top to bottom.
Tigers prop shocks speedsters: every NRL club’s fastest players
Just two forwards made the list of the top three fastest players at every NRL club in 2023. See the incredible results from the official GPS tracking data for the NRL.
Will NRL top 8 be great again? Locks, drops, shocks in 2024
We analysed the bottom nine, but now it’s time to predict which teams in the top eight will be great again, and who is in danger of slipping out of NRL finals contention in 2024.
NRL Burning Issues: Time to show who runs the Rabbitohs
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou is under the pump this off-season as he attempts to unite a fractured club, and show he’s in control of some big personalities.
Overhaul: NRL clubs could seal radical sin-bin change
The NRL has consulted several club bosses and commentators about two alternative changes to the sin-bin rule to combat foul play in 2024.
Developer rejects blame over Sharks Leagues fiasco
Sharks Leagues closed its doors in December, 2019 and was then projected to re-open in February last year. Now there is no set timetable, MICHAEL CARAYANNIS reveals why.
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