Australia is into the Pacific Championship final after exacting revenge over New Zealand, surviving a Kiwi onslaught and one of the great bombed tries. Watch the highlights and re-live all the action.
A women’s rugby player who travelled to Fiji to compete has had her trip unexpectedly extended after she was refused re-entry into Australia while facing charges of drug supply.
John Bateman produced a brain explosion of the highest order as he fights for his NRL career, while Jillaroos coach Brad Donald is facing a selection dilemma. Seven things we learned over the weekend of international footy.
A Sydney club has pulled off a shocking poaching raid on North Queensland’s backyard, signing 14 teenagers – some as young as 14 – to relocate to Sydney for the 2025 season, amid scathing criticism of the NQ pathways.
From try scoring records on the verge of being broken, to star players racing the clock to be fit to play, there’s plenty of stories still to ride out this NRLW season. Hear from the players and see the biggest storylines ahead of NRLW finals.
The Broncos know all too well that a minor premiership doesn’t book you an automatic ticket to the grand final. Learning from past heartbreak, skipper Ali Brigginshaw has vowed her side won’t fall into the trap again.
It was meant to be Corban Baxter’s year, but an untimely ACL injury and a series of rehab setbacks have made it anything but that. Hear from the Roosters star as she opens up on her complicated recovery.
Roosters star centre Isabelle Kelly has been cleared of a fractured elbow and has been named for the Roosters, while another injured duo are among the reserves and are a chance of returning. See the full NRLW semi-finals teams analysis.
The Knights and Roosters will play the game of the year in this weekend’s sudden-death semi-final, while the Broncos and Sharks will battle for the second grand final spot. These are the players who hold victory in their hands.
Cronulla have stumbled into the NRLW finals after three losses on the trot. However, Emma Tonegato insists the Sharks aren’t sinking and that they can book a grand final ticket at the expense of the minor premiers Brisbane.
The Knights have fired another warning shot to their NRLW rivals as they prepare for a third straight title, scoring 84-points in two games, after crushing the Cowboys.
The Roosters have received a massive boost ahead of their round eight meeting with the Eels with one of their stars cleared of injury concerns and declared fit for the clash. See the full NRLW teams analysis.
It’s the last round of the NRLW but there’s still one spot up for grabs in the finals. We’ve calculated all the scenarios leading to glory for the five teams still in contention.
A second grade-three hip drop charge has been dished out from the weekend’s games, effectively ending the season of Rooster Eliza Lopamaua. Plus, the Broncos have been hit with a major injury blow and more in The NRLW Tackle.
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