Storm hold off rivals for key signature
He knows he’s behind two superstars in the playmaking pecking order at Storm but an emerging talent has opted to stay in Melbourne.
Melbourne Storm
Footy club’s shock Welcome to Country call
One of the NRL’s biggest clubs has made a massive call when it comes to Welcome to Country ceremonies before their games.
Why Papenhuyzen re-signed with the Storm
Storm fans have received an early Christmas present after Ryan Papenhuyzen agreed to a new deal.
Munster’s warning to NSW over Bellamy move
Craig Bellamy has often said how much he hated coaching against his Storm players when he was at the Blues, but it’s something he’ll have to get used to.
Why sevens star chose to join the Storm
The Storm helped turn Will Warbrick into an NRL star, and they’ll be hoping for more of the same with their latest sevens recruit.
Try again: The Storm grand final moment that will give them nightmares
On the 25th anniversary of Melbourne securing their first premiership after being awarded a penalty try against the Dragons in 1999, the club was left on the other side of a major refereeing decision against the Panthers.
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.
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.
Star responds to bombshell contract rumour
Ryan Papenhuyzen says money won’t influence where he plays in 2026 but wants to sort out his future by a key date.
Storm pry Olympian from Kiwi hands
They’ve already turned Will Warbrick into an international star, and the Storm now have the chance to do something similar with another sevens star from New Zealand.
Public plea as nation turns on NRL star
Kangaroos winger Xavier Coates has revealed the anguish he has felt after an ugly backlash where he was branded a “traitor”.
Why proud Coates chose Australia over PNG
Xavier Coates says he’s incredibly proud to have represented Australia despite copping plenty of abuse online from fans who wanted him to play for PNG.
Storm enforcer exploits NRL ban loophole
Suspended Storm prop Nelson Asofa-Solomona has exploited a loophole to fast track his return for the 2025 NRL season.
Rumours swirl over $1.1m star’s defection
The Melbourne Storm have reportedly conceded one of their most marketable star players will test the open market amid fears of a pay cut.
Storm superstar makes huge call on his future
The Storm have locked in three of their four spine members on long-term deals after skipper Harry Grant took up an option to remain with the club until the end of 2026.
Panthers slammed over ‘pathetic’ move
The Penrith Panthers are the all-conquering NRL champions but the club has abandoned their bid to claim the one trophy that’s eluded them.
Billy Slater in crazy career shift
Storm legend and Queensland coach Billy Slater has taken up a new position that nobody saw coming after the NRL season.
Making Melbourne: How every Storm grand final player was unearthed
Melbourne’s head of recruitment Paul Bunn watches 60 games of rugby league a week and has scouted countless unearthed gems that have helped build the Storm juggernaut through the years. He reveals how each 2024 grand final hero was discovered.
Gus’ ‘doctored’ claim ignites NRL conspiracy
The NRL Grand Final’s controversial no try scandal has taken a wild turn despite the game releasing the angle the decision was based on.
Storm ‘grubbery’ finally comes back to bite
The Melbourne Storm are licking their wounds after another tough grand final loss, but they only have themselves to blame for falling short.
58-year Panthers madness exposes NRL lie
As the dust settles on yet even more Panthers history, the rugby league world is waking up to the fact we’ve been sold a false bill of goods.
‘Idiot’: Cornes fires shots at NRL Grand Final
There has been a fierce backlash after AFL great Kane Cornes took a swipe at the NRL Grand Final “disaster”.
‘Disgusting’: Fans’ ugly act for Storm star
A Melbourne star has been subjected to a brutal scene during a devastating post-match interview that has sparked anger.
Biting drama overshadows grand final
The Penrith Panthers have claimed a fourth straight premiership but a shocking moment has stunned the NRL minutes from full-time.
‘Screw up’: Secret NRL footage storm erupts
The Panthers have cemented their place in rugby league history, proving a class above in a grand final that had fans fuming over one call.
Kid’s ‘proposal’ leaves NRL world in hysterics
A hilarious moment has won over NRL fans during the grand final presentations after a young kid stole the show in brilliant scenes.
’Terrible’ NRL Grand Final call savaged
The 2024 NRL Grand Final produced one of the great first halves of all time, but one huge call left many fans furious.
NRL world’s verdict on Clive Churchill winner
The Penrith Panthers’ stunning four-peat has been capped off with an unsung hero claiming one of the game’s highest honours.
Cronk’s massive call over $300k Storm X-factor
A Melbourne X-factor’s value on the open market was already skyrocketing and Cooper Cronk has shared new insight as to why.
‘I don’t quit’: How Bellamy makes – and breaks – Storm hopefuls
BRENT READ gets insight into the method Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy employs to work out what kind of player he has on his hands – the infamous ‘IDQ’ camp. Plus, how this year’s Dally M’s highlighted flaws in a system that needs reviewing.
Storm official sanctioned for trial ‘testimony’
An Aussie athlete has welcomed news an NRL club official has been sanctioned after her former NRL star ex-boyfriend was convicted.
Cleary yet to confirm grand final heartbreak
A key Panther has proven his fitness in time to face the Storm, but the coach was staying coy over the man to miss out.
Singo’s monster punt on NRL grand final
The high-profile businessman and renowned punter has a whole lot of reasons to want Penrith to get up on Sunday.
Insane $10m Bellamy offer revealed
Craig Bellamy is taking the Melbourne Storm to a record 10th grand final as coach but a shock bid for his services has been revealed.
Bad blood: Storm star’s hurtful sledge Panthers never forgot
It was the sledge so hurtful Panthers players could only watch one second of the video. Four years on, the Storm star who made the fatal social media error could pay the ultimate price.
Daily sight driving Storm success
According to the Dally M medallist, there’s one key thing behind Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy’s unbelievable success.
The GF stat that puts rivals to shame
There are many reasons why the Storm and the Panthers have dominated for so long, but one stat stands above all.
Late grand final team twist at Storm
A late change to Melbourne’s grand final team hasn’t been ruled out after plans were scuttled by Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s suspension.
Cleary shoulder rumour shut down
Given the chance to create some extra niggle ahead of Sunday’s NRL grand final, Penrith superstar Nathan Cleary went the other way.
‘Goosebumps’: NRL world stunned by act
The Dally M Medal came down to a fight between Jahrome Hughes and James Tedesco and was capped by a surprise performance.
Legend’s plan to hurt Cleary at kickoff
Former Storm champion Cooper Cronk has outlined a brutal plan to test just how good Nathan Cleary’s shoulder really is.
‘Funny journey’: Storm star’s unusual road to GF
Every player’s journey to the NRL grand final is different but few can rival Storm flyer Will Warbrick.
‘Really surreal’: Storm’s new main man
After never playing a full season in five years at Newcastle, Josh King has hardly missed a game at Melbourne Storm.
Storm confirm big grand final inclusion
Storm coach Craig Bellamy has turned to an NRL rookie for Sunday’s grand final as the minor premiers look to end Penrith’s streak without the suspended Nelson Asofa-Solomona.
Storm bolter backed to shine in GF
He’s only played seven NRL games, but a Storm rookie looks set to earn a spot on the bench after Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s huge ban.
Key change to Storm star’s game
Jahrome Hughes could go into the grand final as the Dally M medallist and revealed the change he made that had helped him and Melbourne Storm succeed in 2024.
Storm grand final bid fails spectacularly
The Storm have suffered a monumental blow in their bid to free Nelson Asofa-Solomona for Sunday’s grand final against Penrith.
Storm’s speedy Zen master
Four years after being best player in a grand final and with horror injuries behind Ryan Papenhuyzen is back to hs speedy best with a crucial new weapon in his arsenal.
‘Take my head off’: NRL feud to erupt
There are mouth-watering clashes everywhere in Sunday’s NRL grand final, but the angst between a couple of Origin combatants could explode.
Storm stars reveal plans for Cleary
They say beware the injured warrior and that will be Melbourne Storm’s grand final approach to Panthers star Nathan Cleary.
Storm’s stance on NAS suspension revealed
Grand final week is off to a dramatic start, with Melbourne Storm revealing its next move on Nelson Asofa-Solomona’s suspension.
‘Clown show’: Farce leaves NRL in disbelief
The Melbourne Storm are into the NRL Grand Final but only after a shocking moment that rocked commentators and fans alike.
‘Hold my beer’: NRL absurdity explodes
With a Grand Final berth on the line, the opening minutes of the Storm Vs Roosters clash could not have been any more wild.
Storm’s ‘cooling influence’ for fiery final
Craig Bellamy says Ryan Papenhuyzen is way more than a cool haircut and laid out just why one of his qualities will be crucial against the Roosters.
Key moves behind Storm’s premiership push
After two decades in the job, Storm coach Craig Bellamy keeps evolving his team and captain Harry Grant says some key moves have Melbourne poised to deliver a premiership.
‘You’re crazy’: Key to Storm gun’s rapid rise
The evolution of the Melbourne Storm in 2024 includes a breakout 21-year-old centre who can’t believe he’s one win away from an NRL grand final.
‘Heated aggression’: Munster in fiery Rooster’s sights
A fired-up Roosters big man in what could be his final NRL game is something every Melbourne Storm player is fully prepared for on Friday night.
‘Look to the future’: Storm sign Kiwi Olympian
Melbourne Storm have had super success turning one Kiwi rugby sevens star in to an NRL gun and are going to try with another.
‘Career best form’: No secret why Storm is flying
They won the minor premiership in a canter and blitzed their opening final and now Melbourne Storm’s captain has declared just how primed his team is go all the way.
NRL world says same thing about Nicho
The criticism that Nicho Hynes is not a big game player won’t be going anywhere after a horror performance against the Storm.
Operation fill AAMI Park: Storm blockbuster fills AFL finals void
Forget Sydney and Geelong – the best footy finals team of the 21st century launches its 14th-straight flag campaign with a home final in Melbourne on Saturday. Here’s why you shouldn’t miss it.
‘Not unconfident’: Bellamy’s good finals vibe
Storm coach Craig Bellamy is lapping up the rich talent available to him with just a single frontliner on the injury list ahead of a qualifying final showdown with Cronulla.
Why Paps is the best at reading the game
His footy IQ is off the charts, but Ryan Papenhuyzen’s book smarts could be the trump card for the Storm in the finals.
Secret behind Storm star’s incredible feats
Providing the sort of highlight reel only Xavier Coates can produce is taking extra work to look after his ultra-athletic body.
‘Go and do it’: Munster’s big injury reveal
It’s hard to think Melbourne Storm could win the premiership without Cameron Munster, but he was pretty close to not being available for the finals.
‘Another level’: Secrets to Dally M fav’s success
Few have been better in the NRL in 2024 than Storm’s Jahrome Hughes, who revealed the new mentality driving his premiership ambitions.
Storm not fooled by Cronulla’s siege mentality
The Sharks claim they don’t get enough respect in Sydney, but it’s a different story down south where the Storm have nothing but respect for their long-time rivals.
‘Felt sweet’: Perfect news for minor premiers
Melbourne Storm won its final home-and-away game by 38 points without the superstar fullback who will be ready to go for the finals.
News gets better for rampant Storm
After Craig Bellamy recorded his 400th NRL win and his 37th against the awful Brisbane Broncos, he delivered some positive finals news.
Fans all make same joke in Broncos massacre
NRL fans have shown their ruthless side once again, mocking the Broncos mercilessly as the 2023 runners up’s season came to a horrific end.
‘Real proud’: Storm laps up stunning achievement
Craig Bellamy has taken the Storm to the finals 21 times, and a take-down of the battling Broncos will launch them into another premiership push.
Scans for Storm star as Bellamy reveals Broncos plans
After resting 11 players for Thursday night’s loss in Townsville, Storm coach Craig Bellamy has revealed his final round plans and an injury update on one star.
‘Not my job’: Bellamy blasts rest critics
The Melbourne Storm coach left no doubt what he thought of those attacking his decision to rest 11 of his best players.
Storm re-signs star with ridiculous record
The Storm could unleash their secret weapon in the finals, with one player who’s been rewarded with a long-term extension looking to extend his incredible NRL record.
‘Earned the right’: Storm defend resting plan
Team list Tuesday will look very different for the Storm this week, but one club veteran has confirmed he won’t be rested and will travel to Townsville to face the Cowboys.
‘Oh my god’: NRL farce is ‘absolute madness’
The Melbourne Storm have wrapped up the minor premiership but not before one of the most absurd Bunker calls of the season.
How Storm will plan for pre-finals rest
The Storm faces a tricky few weeks as the club looks to balance rest and finals preparations while having to make two brutal trips to Queensland.
‘Turning point’ shaping NRL title race
Even with stars sidelined by injury for much of the NRL season, Melbourne Storm still looks set to finish on top, and now those players are back it could be scary for their rivals.
NRL’s scariest man reveals secrets to success
Melbourne Storm giant Nelson Asofa-Solomona plays his 200th NRL game on Saturday and has revealed how he rolls out his intimidating performances each week.
‘Pros and cons’: Storm weighs up player moves
Yet again Melbourne Storm will finish in the top two and that opens the door for Craig Bellamy to pull some moves with his players before the finals.
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