Knights sign Tamika Upton’s replacement
The Knights have wasted no time in finding a replacement for Tamika Upton, with Newcastle signing a former NSW star to play fullback next year.
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Eels lure cross-code star to bolster NRLW squad
Fresh from a pre-Olympics rugby camp in France, rising New Zealand Black Ferns star Rosie Kelly has signed a one-year deal with the Parramatta Eels. SEE FINALISED NRLW SQUADS AND CONTRACT LENGTHS FOR 2024
2025 NRL Draw: Every game of every round revealed
The full draw for the 2025 NRL season has been released, click here to see where and when your team is playing in our searchable interactive.
‘Sad’: Star’s shock exit hits teammates
Newcastle has won the race to host the inaugural NRLW Magic Round, but it’s not all good news for the club with their best player seeking an immediate release.
Knights’ smart move to keep star prop
Leo Thompson has a new reason to stay with the Knights after the club made a clever signing on the eve of the November 1 deadline.
Bizarre move as Kalyn Ponga decision revealed
Kalyn Ponga’s international eligibility drama has finally come to a conclusion as the situation took a bizarre turn on Friday night.
Ponga Kangaroos drama takes shock turn
The NRL’s deadline for Kalyn Ponga to change his stance has passed after the star announced he’d removed himself from Australian selection.
‘Screwed up’: Joey floats wild Ponga theory
Andrew Johns has slammed his old team for its handling of Kalyn Ponga’s Kangaroos scandal, floating a bold theory that could have avoided it all.
Ponga investigated over ‘disrespectful’ move
NRL bosses have reacted in brutal fashion after Kalyn Ponga dropped a bomb on the code with his decision to step down.
Drama erupts over superstar’s Test status
Kalyn Ponga has made a huge call over Australian Test selection in a move that is now blowing up in the superstar’s face.
Ponga makes shock announcement
Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has one less thing to worry about with a leading candidate ruling himself out of the Pacific Championships.
Terrifying prediction ahead of NRLW finals
They’ve won two comps in a row and have the best player in the world, but the rest of the NRLW has been put on notice with how good she can be.
Brutal exit to spark Knights shake-up
The elimination final loss to the Cowboys was likely the final game in a Knights jersey for several players with an $850k star dropping a big hint.
NRL world divided as Knee of God KOs Knights
The North Queensland Cowboys have been touched by the NRL gods after a miracle moment just when they needed it to avoid elimination.
Why Dally M winner felt he had a point to prove
He burst onto the scene eight years ago with an eye-catching display on debut for the Cowboys, but Kalyn Ponga now returns to Townsville carrying the weight of Newcastle on his back.
NRL top eight decided in thrilling finale
The final place in the NRL’s top eight came down to the last match of the regular season and it was bad news for Wayne Bennett.
NRL madness as season down to the wire
The NRL world will not know the make up of the finals until the whistle blows on the last game of the regular season.
Star’s classy response to contract rumours
Jayden Brailey has shown his class on and off the field, so it was no surprise to hear his response when he heard he could be moved on by the Knights.
NRL star rushed to hospital for ‘shark bite’
Knights backrower Kai Pearce-Paul was rushed for emergency surgery for a horror injury likened to “a shark bite”. WARNING: Graphic.
‘Mind-boggling’ debacle exposes NRL lottery
The NRL has a major issue on its hands after bizarre scenes at Accor Stadium left fans and commentators alike clutching at straws.
‘Case closed’: NRL boss shoots down coach’s claim
Graham Annesley took his chance to shoot down claims from Newcastle coach Adam O’Brien and the NRL football boss put his foot down on Monday.
‘Haven’t seen it all year’: Coach lights up ref
A golden point thriller has left Knights coach Adam O’Brien seeing red after a controversial decision that happens in almost every game.
Ponga drama is an ‘utter embarrassment’
A series of questionable high tackle calls in the Panthers win over the Knights have left NRL fans fuming, with the hit being called the “tackle of the week”.
Encouraging update on injured star
The Knights are confident one of their biggest stars will be back this season as they look to mount a late finals charge as they did 12 months ago.
‘Turned on him’: Clean-out sparks ugly divide
A reported clean-out at the Newcastle Knights has created a “disgruntled playing group” with players said to be turning on coach Adam O’Brien.
NSW rocked as star sent for scans
NSW has been forced to call up a possible replacement just hours after a Blues star was selected to replace Latrell Mitchell.
Champ erupts at daughter dating NRL star
Jeff Fenech had long warned his daughters about dating NRL stars before he received a phone call about a Newcastle Knight.
First casualty in Knights’ $2m bombshell
A State of Origin star has been identified as the first player to leave the Knights after a $2m clean out bomb dropped.
Ref excuse revealed after blocking try-saver
Eels skipper Clint Gutherson has revealed what referee Peter Gough said after blocking the fullback making a potentially try-saving tackle.
NRL rookie goes rogue, legend goes berserk
Knights debutant Will Pryce has almost instantly won over NRL fans in a hilarious post-match interview that left him apologising.
‘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.
‘Show respect’: Secret Johns feud goes public
A sad war of words has erupted with Andrew Johns and Matthew Johns not holding back in a feud that has raised alarm bells.
NRL star learns fate for brain explosion
Andrew Johns was fuming just before halftime over a moment that wouldn’t have had a place in the past — and erupted just before full-time.
‘Get off social media’: Coach rips Knights
A frustrated Adam O’Brien has blasted his Newcastle players after they served up a dismal effort in a battering by the Bulldogs.
Roosters sly poaching plot for rising star
The Roosters have inflamed the Knights’ biggest dilemma with Kalyn Ponga suddenly dragged into the drama.
Hasler goes ‘nuclear’ as call divides NRL
The NRL world has been split after the Gold Coast Titans were denied a try and a chance to take the lead late in their loss to the Knights.
Bombshell theory as Ponga storm explodes
New details have emerged in the NRL’s investigation into Newcastle’s potential salary cap breach with an explosive Kalyn Ponga claim made.
NRL investigating Ponga third-party deal
The NRL is investigating a potential breach of the salary cap over a third-party deal involving Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga.
‘1-on-1 steal’ leaves NRL in hysterics
Eagle-eyed NRL fans have been left in hysterics after Tigers forward Alex Twal executed one of the smoothest moves you’ll see on a footy field.
D-Day arrives with Gagai looking at new club
Queensland legend Dane Gagai is weighing up a two-year deal with a rival NRL club with Newcastle in danger of losing the veteran.
‘Trained to fall’: NRL created a monster
A second half obstruction decision has cost the Warriors dearly in Newcastle and exposed an farce the NRL has brought upon itself.
Penalty try drama leaves NRL in disbelief
The New Zealand Warriors have been denied a penalty try in a moment that has left commentators — and a coach — utterly perplexed.
Hetherington faces ban for tunnel altercation
The match review committee has released its findings into a bizarre tunnel altercation, with Jack Hetherington and Reed Mahoney both charged.
Superstar injured in Roosters’ upset win
A star Knight battled a worrying injury for large parts of the game as the Roosters clung on for an upset victory on Thursday.
Truth behind NRL interview drama emerges
Knights centre Bradman Best has responded to the swirling drama surrounding his interview with a Channel 9 star.
Ch9 star shuts down player’s kiss on air
Newcastle weapon Bradman Best’s face said it all as he swooped in for a kiss with a Channel 9 star after his team’s big win.
‘How on earth’: Freak NRL act blows minds
Zac Lomax has dominated the headlines angling to get out of the Dragons but the star has produced one of the jawdropping moments of the season.
O’Brien explains halves merry-go-round
The Knights will turn to their third halves pairing in five weeks as they look to recapture the attacking potency that carried them to the second week of the finals last year.
Knights star ‘done’ after coach swings axe
It has been revealed “rattled” Newcastle halfback Jackson Hastings chose not to train after he was axed this week.
Cowboys pull off great escape in NRL thriller
The North Queensland Cowboys have recovered from some blunders to win a golden point thriller to continue a strong start to the season.
‘Unnecessary’: NRL world unloads on ‘dog act’
2023 NSW Origin forward Hudson Young has grabbed an unwanted first of the new season as fans unloaded on the star.
O’Brien reveals why star recruit won’t start
Adam O’Brien put a heavy emphasis on loyalty when he named his round 1 squad, but a returning player could spark more changes to Newcastle’s spine.
Injured star’s heartbreaking revelation
Every NRL fan is hoping Jayden Brailey can have a bit of luck this year after the Knights star detailed the harrowing struggles he went through after his latest ACL tear.
Luckless star set to miss season opener
It was a case of the walking wounded at the NRL season launch in Sydney, with mixed news for four clubs and their biggest stars.
Ref busts twins trying ‘the old switcheroo’
It might work occasionally in a classroom, but a switching attempt by twins on national television has failed spectacularly.
Knights face agonising selection call
Knights coach Adam O’Brien faces a brutal selection call in round one between a premiership winner and a guy who played a key role in taking Newcastle to the finals.
NRL comeback ends in 12-second nightmare
You hate to see any player injured — especially in pre-season — but players don’t get any more unlucky than Krystian Mapapalangi.
Knights star confirms worst kept NRL secret
Knights fans can breathe a sigh of relief after Newcastle announced they had re-signed a young gun and NSW Origin star.
New recruit wants Young’s wing spot
Tom Jenkins has some massive boots to fill in Newcastle, and his time with the Panthers makes him the ideal candidate to replace Dom Young on the wing.
Coach stunned by star’s Jillaroos omission
She’s been the most exciting playmaker in the NRLW over the past two seasons, and questions are being asked why she wasn’t picked to play for Australia.
The man inspiring Indigenous coaches
He’s one of the most decorated coaches in NRLW history, and Ronald Griffiths has now set his sights on the NRL.
‘Just went bang’: NRL star rushed to hospital
The Sydney Roosters’ key recruit is in the UK battling a ‘frightening’ infection that spread to his brain.
Heartbreak for Titans as Knights win drama-charged NRLW grand final
Dally M medallist Tamika Upton starred in Newcastle’s nailbiting NRLW premiership win against the Gold Coast, entering the conversation as one of the all-time great female footy players.
The honesty session that saved Newcastle
The Knights are one win away from a second NRLW title in a row, but a shock loss early in the season forced an honesty session that could have derailed their season.
Ponga’s incredible journey to Dally M win
There were fears that Kalyn Ponga’s career was over just a few months ago but the Dally M winner revealed what sparked his stunning turnaround.
Loophole allows star to avoid GF heartbreak
A Newcastle Knights star can thank an off-season rule change that means she’s free to play in the NRLW grand final.
Willie Mason buries NRL star in one tweet
Lesson for everyone: Never start a war of words with former NRL star Willie Mason as he delivered a brutal sledge in his feud with a Knights star.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Warriors-Knights final
Two Warriors stars produced near perfect games, while a number of Knights barely earnt a pass mark as their 10-game win streak came to an end. See our full semi-final player ratings.
’Never experienced scenes’ stun NRL
The New Zealand Warriors have sent an entire nation into hysterics after booking a first preliminary final in 12 years in incredible scenes.
‘Get f**ked’: Star’s vicious reply to NRL great
Newcastle five-eighth Tyson Gamble has returned serve with a brutal reply to a stinging critique from Bulldogs assistant Willie Mason.
NRL makes big call on alleged Wighton bite
The Rabbitohs could be without their marquee signing to start the 2024 season after Jack Wighton was sent straight to the judiciary for an alleged bite.
Hastings provides update on injured ankle
The early mail isn’t good for Jackson Hastings, with the Knights halfback in serious doubt for Saturday’s trip to New Zealand.
Star’s shocking act mars ‘greatest final ever’
A Canberra Raiders star has been placed on report after a stunning allegation in the elimination final defeat to Newcastle.
Club wipe CEO’s sexist remark from site
Newcastle Knights CEO Philip Gardner has come under fire after making a sexist remark during the club’s annual awards night.
‘Try of the year’ stuns NRL world
Dominic Young has left the NRL with their jaws on the floor after an incredible try as the Knights romped home for a 17-year first.
Scans reveal bad news for NRL superstar
The Knights have suffered a major blow, with Kalyn Ponga sidelined by a shoulder injury on the eve of the finals.
Ponga nightmare realised in Knights win
The Knights have recorded their eighth-straight win, but will sweat on scans to fullback Kalyn Ponga.
NRL investigating illegal try in Knights win
NRL powerbrokers are reportedly set to review a crucial try which occurred off an extra play in Newcastle’s crucial win over South Sydney.
‘Can’t be’: Ball hits ref in try controversy
NRL fans and commentators have been left scratching their heads over a try controversy as the Knights all but secured their place in finals.
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