Cronulla’s premiership credentials continue to plummet after back-to-back poor performances, while the Warriors have cemented themselves as a genuine title threat off the back of former Shark Luke Metcalf.
From the brother of the game’s best player to the son of a current NRL coach, and a ready-made Kalyn Ponga replacement – these are the prodigies ready to make their first grade debuts.
South Sydney winger Alex Johnston now has the second-most tries in rugby league history after reaching the 200 barrier against the Warriors, while the New Zealand outfit – and the Blues – will be sweating on the fitness of prop Mitch Barnett.
Canberra Raiders star Joe Tapine might be in trouble for several incidents as he taunted rival fans during his side’s fiery win on Sunday.
Luke Metcalf is finally owning the Warriors’ famous No.7 jersey, with another stunning individual performance rocketing his side into the top four, after surviving a dramatic Cowboys comeback.
Cowboys coach Todd Payten has revealed how he hopes to break apart New Zealand’s brick wall defence when his side takes on the Warriors during Magic Round in Brisbane. Read what he had to say.
Knights coach Adam O’Brien has spoken about the NRL’s crackdown on high shots and the toll it’s taking on players.
Things have gone from bad to worse for Knights coach Adam O’Brien, with his team unable to fire across the ditch and hovering perilously close to last on the ladder.
Michael Maguire has challenged Brisbane to play smarter, with Reece Walsh under an injury cloud after the Warriors broke the Broncos’ hearts in golden point.
The undermanned Warriors took full advantage of a shocking Reece Walsh mistake to grab a massive upset on Saturday night.
The Warriors have landed a massive free agency blow, securing one of the hottest young prospects from the UK Super League as they continue to shore-up their roster.
Superstar fullback Kalyn Ponga was barely sighted as the Knights’ attacking woes continued, while SuperCoaches have a host of fresh injuries to deal with.
Melbourne’s demolition of the Warriors could come at a cost to both clubs, with Jahrome Hughes and James Fisher-Harris suffering injuries.
It’s become one of the most drama-filled player exits ever, but Manly owner Scott Penn has insisted the club did everything possible to keep Daly Cherry-Evans, defending their handling of the contract saga. SPORT CONFIDENTIAL.
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