‘Not great’: NRL disaster rocks entire state
One of Queensland’s most reliable stars has been dealt a horror blow that’s sure to leave Maroons coach Billy Slater tearing his hair out.
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Queensland in crisis as Maroons star hobbles from field
Melbourne’s win over Canberra was overshadowed by an injury to one of their Queensland State of Origin reps in a disastrous moment for the Maroons.
Storm stars iffy for clash with bogey side
Melbourne Storm has a shocking recent home record against Canberra and could have to tackle the Raiders without two stars.
NRL world rages over ‘embarrassing’ farce
An enormous issue the NRL seemingly refuses to deal with has once again reared its ugly head in laughable scenes.
Powerhouse club pulls out of Las Vegas
They were one of the favourites to open the 2025 season in Las Vegas, but a juggernaut club has officially withdrawn from the race.
Shock update on Storm star’s injury
Ryan Papenhuyzen will make his return from injury on Friday night and another Storm superstar is tipped to be back ahead of schedule.
Dumped Rooster, luckless star in NRL returns
Some huge names are returning to the NRL field, with a luckless Storm superstar and a dumped Rooster picked for round 16.
‘Swans of the NRL’: how Storm is winning over AFL heartland
Storm’s mission to “convert AFL fans one-by-one” is yielding record match attendance and a grassroots participation boom, ahead of Melbourne’s State of Origin blockbuster.
‘Never do that again’: Star’s painful lesson
Sua Faalogo’s NRL career is still in its infancy but the youngster has learned a painful lesson after a spectacular put-down
Storm hoodoo continues as double sin bin sinks Warriors
The NRL’s longest head-to-head losing streak since 1980 has continued, with the Storm cruising past the Warriors for the 16th straight game, after New Zealand were reduced to 11 men.
Storm takes big step towards NRLW team
Melbourne Storm is seeking young female athletes from all codes – including netball, Aussie rules and soccer – to help the club create history.
‘Loved seeing this’: Ballkid act wins over NRL
A Melbourne Storm ballkid has caught NRL fans’ imaginations after his brilliant moment in the high-scoring clash with the Knights.
NRL ‘boil over’ erupts after full-time
Frustrations have boiled over after full-time in the Storm’s thrilling win over the Knights in Melbourne on Sunday afternoon.
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.
Manly survive scare to snap horror streak in fiery Storm clash
Manly have put a horror month behind them, denying the Melbourne Storm yet another miraculous comeback to snap a three-game losing streak in a tense clash at Brookvale Oval.
Storm forward let go to the Super League
The Storm could be on the hunt for a new middle after the club released an experienced forward to the Super League.
Origin blow as Munster injury fate sealed
The news wasn’t the worst possible for both Melbourne Storm and Queensland but Cameron Munster’s injury is still a bad one.
Special meaning behind Storm’s jersey
Melbourne Storm’s Indigenous jersey is all about connections, but it means even more to Reimis Smith who has a special link to the design.
‘Nothing is fair’: Battling coach grilled
After his side’s latest heavy defeat, Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has been grilled by reporters over his future at the NRL club.
Surgery option: Maroons, Storm suffer devastating Munster blow
Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy revealed Cameron Munster could undergo surgery on his latest injury in a massive blow for the Queensland Origin side. WATCH the footage.
Storm, QLD star suffers sickening injury
Cameron Munster has reaggravated a nasty injury and was left writhing in pain in scenes that put him in doubt for State of Origin.
NRL responds to Harry Grant judiciary verdict
The NRL has warned defenders they still face punishments for illegal contact on kickers after Harry Grant had a rare win at the judiciary.
Harry Grant learns fate over NRL farce
Storm captain Harry Grant has fronted the judiciary after challenging his charge for a light touch on the Sharks’ Daniel Atkinson.
‘Shocked’ Storm star to fight NRL charge
The Harry Grant sin binning has again been slammed, with the NRL denying it is cracking down on contact with kickers.
Meninga Cup: Cowboys signing sensation; semi-final Players of the Day
Meninga Cup finals’ fever: A Cowboys signing was sensational as the Cup’s semi-finals saw two Coast teams qualify for the grand final. Read about the key moments, players of the day from both games.
Why Storm should regret losing rookie sensation to Cowboys
Laybutt announced himself onto the NRL stage with an emphatic two-try showing on Sunday, but it was a tale of ‘what if’ for Melbourne. Find out how the Cowboys secured their new gun.
Cleary questions obstruction call as frantic Panthers falter
The Penrith Panthers were unable to put an end to Craig Bellamy’s incredible 22-year Round 1 record after some brave Storm goal line defence – but coach Ivan Cleary had questions about a game turning point.
Fans say same thing amid Panthers shutout
Long-suffering fans at the hands of the Panthers have laid into the three-time champs, but they better enjoy it while they can.
Storm blow in pursuit of 22-year streak
For the past 21 years Melbourne Storm has won every single opening round clash, but the challenge is harder than ever to keep that streak going.
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NRL’s wildest streak faces toughest test
One of rugby league’s greatest stats goes on the line on Friday, with the Storm looking to defend more than two decades of history.
NRL win/loss predictions: Punters desert Broncos, Bulldogs overs
PAMELA WHALEY analyses all the TAB regular season wins markets to determine which clubs can exceed punters’ expectations and which are more likely to dash them in 2024.
Freak accident adds to Storm concerns
Melbourne Storm hasn’t lost a round 1 clash in more than two decades but is set to face Penrith without a superstar playmaker.
Storm signing coup secures boom NRL youngster
After making a stunning NRL debut while on a development contract the Storm have locked away their excitement machine for five years with a big pay rise.
2024 NRL ladder predicted: Where your team will sit after Rd 6
There is no hiding a poor start to the NRL season can break your club’s year – but there’s a flip side to that coin. We predict every club’s ladder position through the first six rounds of the competition.
NRL watchability ratings: Joey’s Knightmare Channel 9 meltdowns
Box office appeal, a team full of villains, potential for drama – just what makes NRL teams in 2024 watchable? TRAVIS MEYN on why Jackson Hastings and Joey Johns will keep us glued to the Knights.
Road to round 1: Flanagan’s challenge to underperforming star
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan lit a fire under Zac Lomax as round 1 of the NRL season fast approaches and positions are cemented. PAMELA WHALEY looks at every club’s form guide, SuperCoach insights and injury updates out of the Pre-season Challenge.
NRL Trial Takeaways: Electric Eels a class above Hasler’s Titans
A masterful performance from Parramatta halves Mitch Moses and Dylan Brown against the Titans will have fans licking their lips at the thought of bouncing back from 2023’s horror season. All the talking points from round 2 of the Pre-season Challenge.
Odd man out: Welch’s shock at captaincy demotion
Christian Welch didn’t expect the moment Craig Bellamy pulled him aside to say he was taking the captaincy off him, but knows why Harry Grant had to be the one to succeed him.
Storm star’s plea to NRL bosses
History will be made in Fiji this weekend, but one of the country’s biggest stars has urged NRL bosses to take another major step in the region.
60 Queensland league kids soaring in SG Ball; Harold Matthews
It’s a Queensland league invasion: Here are 60 mini Maroons playing in the prestigious SG Ball and Harold Matthews NSWRL representative competitions so far this season.
Trial Takeaways: Ban the Bunker for NRL Pre-season Challenge
Despite $100,000 being on line for the winner of the NRL Pre-season Challenge, PAMELA WHALEY wants the bunker shelved for trial games. Do you agree?
NRL Trials: Every club’s key positional battle ahead of Round 1
Young guns staking their claim, new recruits making a statement, veterans under pressure to retain their spots. These are every NRL club’s key positional battles.
NRL star’s absurd $40,000 outlay pays off
Melbourne Storm’s Ryan Papenhuyzen stole the show in a stunning return from injury and revealed just how far he went in his recovery.
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Buzz’s pressure gauge: Gould’s methods under microscope
Phil Gould’s methods create friction wherever he goes and it’s all on the line in 2024. BUZZ ROTHFIELD lists the NRL personalities most under-pressure this season.
Road to round 1: The big selection calls to be made in NRL trials
Round 1 of the NRL kicks off in the bright lights of Las Vegas in three weeks, but there are plenty of team selections to be made before then. PAMELA WHALEY runs the rule over every club.
Surprise snub in Storm’s captaincy shake-up
Melbourne hooker Harry Grant is the new Storm captain after a late night phone call from coach Craig Bellamy – but a former skipper has been left out of the club’s new six-man leadership group.
Unluckiest NRL star’s return date revealed
Melbourne Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has spent more than a year in NRL limbo, but there’s finally light at the end of the tunnel.
NRL 2024 Rookie Watch: Manly, Broncos prodigies handed debuts
Two of the game’s most exciting young stars will make their club debuts, when Manly and Brisbane play their opening trials. See the best young players at every club.
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