NRL 2025 draw analysis: Winners, losers, every club’s report card
The 2025 NRL draw has been released and only five clubs have earned a sub-par grading in our analysis special. We reveal the winners and losers in our 17-club report card.
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Download your 2025 full NRL and club-by-club draw posters
The NRL has released the draw for the 2025 season. Follow every round, fixture and State of Origin schedule using our two draw posters. Download and print here!
Storm hopes to keep both star fullbacks
Ryan Papenhuyzen is on the verge of re-signing with the Storm, with the club now trying to work out how they can also keep one of their rising stars.
Rivalries, revenge, rematches: NRL’s 2025 blockbuster match-ups revealed
From ugly divorces to unceremonious poaching raids, coaching returns and revenge missions, the NRL off-season has set the tone for an explosive season. These are the blockbuster match-ups you can’t miss in 2025.
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Cleary opens up on secret Storm bid to poach Panthers star
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How a weekly ritual binds rugby league’s most loyal fans
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Gould overlooked for NRL grand final coverage
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