Secret weapon behind Maroons’ enforcer Josh Papalii
Maroons enforcer Josh Papalii has revealed how he was toughened both mentally and physically by training with former world heavyweight boxing contender Alex “Lionheart’’ Leapai.
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Transfer talk: Griffin talks on Dragons’ next targets
The Dragons have been linked to two Queensland State of Origin forwards this off-season and coach Anthony Griffin has given an update of the club’s recruitment drive.
Origin biff: Old mates pledge to punch on
They played plenty of footy together in Canberra, now Origin rivals Josh Papalii and Junior Paulo have pledged to punch on.
The NRL’s silly season is in full swing with rival clubs jostling to sign the hottest off-contract talent for 2021. We evaluate every club’s position as the off-season heats up.
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NRL teams round 2
ROUND two team lists have delivered a host of changes with frustrated coaches wielding the axe following an underwhelming opening week. EVERY TEAM HERE:
Expert tips for NRL Round 2
LAST year’s runner-up Michael Carayannis grabbed the lead after a difficult opening round. Check out our experts’ selections for round two plus their no brainers, upsets and coin tosses.
Gallen confirmed to start for Sharks
PAUL Gallen owners faced an anxious wait but their man will start for Cronulla this week. Tune into the SuperCoach NRL Countdown Show from 6.30pm to find out.
Boss weighs in on Raiders salary cap drama
THERE were fears Canberra would have to shed a number of big-name stars, with Joey Leilua and Aidan Sezer in the firing line to depart.
NRL Daily: Buhrer in doubt for Canberra clash
NRL Daily: The Knights could be without co-captain Jamie Buhrer for Sunday’s showdown with the Raiders. Rolling league coverage.
Early Mail: Doueihi set to steer Bunnies
ADAM Doueihi is all but certain to be named as South Sydney’s No. 7 following the injury to halfback Adam Reynolds that will keep him sidelined for up to a month — all the latest Round 2 team news.
Bush Beat: Campo saddles up one more time
TERRY Campese said he was finished last year but the former Raider will pull the boots on one more time for the Queanbeyan Blues.
Wilfred’s Wrap: Bench can’t stop Kikau carnage
HE’S back! Former SuperCoach NRL champion Wilfred Zee looks at the good, bad and ugly of Round One including the guns that fired, a big one who didn’t and a boom debut.
Taylor, James spark Titanic turnaround
INSPIRATIONAL captain Ryan James and boom halfback Ash Taylor led the way as the Titans scrapped their way to an equal club record comeback.
‘Squirrel grip’ concerns for Titans forward
GOLD Coast player Kevin Proctor could be in hot water over an alleged “squirrel grip” on Raiders’ winger Jordan Rapana.
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