Freak accident adds to Storm concerns
Melbourne Storm hasn’t lost a round 1 clash in more than two decades but is set to face Penrith without a superstar playmaker.
Melbourne Storm
Storm signing coup secures boom NRL youngster
After making a stunning NRL debut while on a development contract the Storm have locked away their excitement machine for five years with a big pay rise.
Storm star’s plea to NRL bosses
History will be made in Fiji this weekend, but one of the country’s biggest stars has urged NRL bosses to take another major step in the region.
NRL star’s absurd $40,000 outlay pays off
Melbourne Storm’s Ryan Papenhuyzen stole the show in a stunning return from injury and revealed just how far he went in his recovery.
Unluckiest NRL star’s return date revealed
Melbourne Storm fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen has spent more than a year in NRL limbo, but there’s finally light at the end of the tunnel.
Papenhuyzen wants No.1 jersey back
Ryan Papenhuyzen has been to hell and back, but he’s put his injuries in the rear-view mirror and wants to play fullback for the Storm in round 1.
‘He looks electric’: Storm buzzing over star’s return
Melbourne could unleash one of the most terrifying backlines in 2024 with a superstar set to return from injury and while a rookie is ready to take the NRL by storm.
The glaring issue Storm must fix
Melbourne Storm was 80 minutes away from the grand final last year but the skipper admits they need to make up huge ground to stay competitive in 2024.
New recruit fighting for round one starting spot
The Storm could unleash a brand new left edge in 2024 with Craig Bellamy set to make a couple of big changes.
Storm announces historic deal for 2024
The NRL’s aim to grow the game internationally has taken another major step forward, with the Storm to host a trial game overseas.
Epic swap deal to ignite NRL silly season
Benji Marshall has ventured into enemy territory to reportedly finalise a player swap involving Storm centre Justin Olam.
Storm reveals star’s shock move
A freak injury won’t stop Ryan Papenhuyzen from trying to get back to his best, which is why the Storm ace is taking a key trip to get his body right.
Craziest NRL streak in jeopardy
The Storm winning in round 1 has become almost as certain as death and taxes. But Melbourne’s ridiculous streak could finally come to an end.
Storm erupts at ’garbage’ Papenhuyzen claims
The Storm has gone to extreme lengths to shoot down a report that the club is trying to get rid of 2020 Clive Churchill Medal winner Ryan Papenhuyzen.
Storm star responds to bombshell rumour
Melbourne Storm star Ryan Papenhuyzen has addressed reports he’s being shopped to a rival club to make room for an emerging talent.
Storm star shopped to rival in NRL bombshell
Melbourne cult hero Ryan Papenhuyzen has reportedly been shopped to at least one NRL club after years of private anguish.
NRL club rocked by star’s scathing letter
Aussie rap artist Briggs has written to the Melbourne Storm to announce he is cutting ties with the NRL cub, “dismayed” by its actions.
Munster’s massive call on rep future
He’s been playing through the pain for the past two months, but Cameron Munster won’t let an infected knee stop him from pulling on the green and gold jersey.
Munster pinpoints reason for Storm demise
They’ve been the most consistent team of the NRL era, but the Storm are at risk of losing that title after they were sent packing by a Panthers side that exposed their biggest flaws.
‘Monstered’: Historic NRL massacre is brutal
The Penrith Panthers are one win away from a 40-year first after annihilating the Storm in a brutal record thrashing in the prelim.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Penrith masterclass
Four Penrith stars produced near perfect performances, while a handful of Melbourne players barely received a pass mark. See the full player ratings from the grand final qualifier.
Storm star clips legend after brutal sledge
Storm star Cameron Munster has provided a terse reply to Fox League’s Gorden Tallis’ criticism of the Melbourne forward pack.
‘Make a few tackles’: Target on injured Panther
In his shock return from a dislocated shoulder, Panthers star Jarome Luai could be forced to make more tackles than normal.
Storm finals hero reveals how he learnt to fly
Lessons learnt across three sporting codes and physical and mental training led to Will Warbrick’s magic finals moment.
NRL teams: The nine risky calls set to decide prelims
Call in the heavy artillery. Grand final spots are on the line this weekend and NRL coaches are taking big risks by backing top guns with injuries.
NRL world not buying ‘medical mystery’
The Panthers have named Jarome Luai for Friday’s preliminary final against the Storm, but the belief is it’s nothing more than a “smokescreen”.
‘Chaos’: Storm enforcer’s prelim vow
Melbourne Storm’s 120kg giant has put Penrith players on notice ahead of Friday’s preliminary final showdown.
Clock ticking on Storm star to play prelim
A calf injury continues to impact Jahrome Hughes, but he’s given a positive update on his ability to play in Friday’s preliminary final.
‘I apologise’: Ref admits ‘disgraceful’ blunder
NRL referee Ashley Klein has been absolutely savaged after a dumbfounding blunder left the sport stunned as it changed the game.
NRL lose it for ‘unbelievable’ insanity
The NRL has been left shocked by one of the wildest finishes imaginable to the semi-final after a Hail Mary moment saved the day.
‘Unlikely’: Storm star under injury cloud
Melbourne Storm is close to an unbackable favourite to beat the Roosters on Friday night, but the odds could swing on a star player’s fitness.
‘That’s a lot’: Revealing stat shows up Storm’s failings
Momentum shifts can define matches and a big reveal from Storm fullback Nick Meaney has highlighted just how significant they can be in finals.
‘Make our mark’: Storm leaders’ vow after finals flop
One win in four finals since the retirement of Cameron Smith has put the pressure on Melbourne Storm’s new leaders to drive success.
Powerful five-word response to horror act
Desperately unlucky Storm star Ryan Papenhuyzen has updated fans with a powerful response after his heartbreaking injury against the Broncos.
One-word answer sums up NRL bloodbath
On a night that couldn’t have gone much worse, Melbourne Storm star Cameron Munster has summed up the performance in one word.
‘Terrible’ injury rocks NRL to its core
The Brisbane Broncos have all but ended their 14-year hoodoo but the NRL’s unluckiest player has been left in tears after a horror blow.
‘Double-barrel shotgun’ plan for Reece lightning
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has only seen one player faster than Billy Slater on the field and he has to stop him on Friday night.
Walsh’s cheeky reply to elephant in the room
The Brisbane Broncos are one of the favourites to win the NRL premiership, but a bizarre 14-year hoodoo is standing in their way.
The one man who can end Storm winning streak
Melbourne Storm has beaten the Broncos 14 times in a row but there’s a new element to contend with in Friday’s blockbuster final.
14-year farce leaves NRL race wide open
The Broncos are no longer masters of their own minor premiership fate after Melbourne proved they’re at home at Suncorp Stadium.
‘Good idea’: Bellamy calls for NRL finals shake-up
Fans have been short-changed by NRL clubs resting masses of talent this weekend, and Storm coach Craig Bellamy has a solution.
City ‘in raptures’ as 405-day nightmare ends
One of the NRL’s flashiest stars has finally escaped his purgatory, coming back from “one of the most brutal NRL injuries seen in years”.
Storm’s huge call on Papenhuyzen comeback
One of the NRL’s longest injury lay-offs will end on Saturday, with Ryan Papenhuyzen set to return for the Storm after more than 400 days on the sidelines.
‘Get off the field’: Fans praise send off
Referees may get the short end of the stick a lot of the time but NRL fans have combined to celebrate an act which has been a long time coming.
How a rival helped Papenhuyzen return
James Tedesco and Ryan Papenhuyzen have a fair bit in common, including knowing what it’s like to recover from a shattered patella.
‘Love to have him’: Bellamy confirms Haas interest
Two Storm stars are in doubt for Saturday’s Penrith clash as the coach confirmed he’d love to have Payne Haas at his club.
‘Ignore it’: Slater blasts Storm controversy
Storm legend Billy Slater has joined Cameron Smith in firing back at critics after the Storm celebrated their stripped 2007 and 2009 premierships.
‘Big milestone’: Storm superstar is back
It’s been 384 days since Ryan Papenhuyzen went down with a serious knee injury but the time has come for him to play again.
NRL world divided over ‘ridiculous’ trophy act
The Melbourne Storm have defended a controversial part of their 25-year anniversary as scenes of a trophy presentation outraged fans.
NRL world in uproar over ‘disgusting’ detail
NRL fans are in uproar after noticing an infuriating detail on a poster for one club’s 25-year anniversary celebrations.
Storm provides major Papenhuyzen update
There were fears Ryan Papenhuyzen would miss the entire 2023 season, but the Storm star is suddenly the club’s finals trump card.
Knights finally snap eight-year Storm curse
The Knights have finally broken their eight-year winless streak against the Melbourne Storm to keep their NRL season alive.
Robinson’s grim update on injured star
He’s the gifted playmaker who has the potential to save their attack, but the Roosters concede Sam Walker could miss another month with a knee injury which would just about end their finals hopes.
Storm provides major Papenhuyzen update
It’s been almost a year since Ryan Papenhuyzen last played for the Storm, but there’s hope he could be back soon after ticking off a major milestone.
‘Am I seeing things?’: NRL farce is ‘pathetic’
There is one person in the world who believed Nelson Asofa-Solomona scored against the Panthers, and it wasn’t the man himself.
Skipper insults two clubs in hot mic moment
Storm skipper Christian Welch was picked up sledging two NRL clubs as he somehow didn’t realise the cameras were rolling.
NRL loses it over shock celeb sighting
Rugby league fans couldn’t believe their eyes when an all-time rock music legend was spotted in the stands at an NRL game on Saturday.
‘The world is beautiful’: NRL joke is over
The NRL world has erupted as one after Wests Tigers forward Alex Twal ended the competition’s longest running joke — and sent fans wild.
Storm veteran set for emotional return
The Storm have had more swings than a summer’s day in Melbourne, but now is the time to show they remain a premiership force.
Gould’s secret role in coaching bombshell
Phil Gould’s role in Jason Ryles’ shock call to reject the St George Illawarra Dragons’ coaching offer for a rival club has been revealed.
Code-hopper signs new deal with Storm
Will Warbrick’s patience in reserve grade last year has paid off, with the former rugby sevens star signing a new deal with the Storm.
NRL supercoach duel is no contest
Wayne Bennett is arguably the greatest coach rugby league has seen but his greatest nemesis has continued to hold the wood over the Dolphins mentor.
Bennett reveals truth behind Munster snub
Dolphins master coach Wayne Bennett has revealed he and Cameron Munster have made peace after a fiery incident last year.
Staggering Munster act sparked Bellamy deal
Legendary coach Craig Bellamy declared he “hates to say it” however a staggering act from Cameron Munster was behind his bombshell NRL call.
Bellamy confirms NRL coaching bombshell
Craig Bellamy’s “180-degree turnaround” on his coaching future at the Melbourne Storm will mean huge ramifications for one rival NRL club.
Why Bellamy decided to coach one more year
Craig Bellamy isn’t ready to retire, with the Storm coach staying put for another year with one superstar playing his part in the decision.
NRL world erupts over ‘game-changer’
Thursday night’s clash between the Broncos and Storm has exposed an issue the NRL can’t allow to derail the entire season.
‘Score the try’: Bellamy’s tip after blunder
Melbourne should have beaten the Broncos by more on Thursday night after a bombed try earnt a clip from coach Craig Bellamy.
NRL backflip after Broncos sin bin carnage
A pair of Broncos stars have learned their fate with one judiciary backflip proving the NRL’s hip drop saga is as clear as mud.
NRL erupts over officiating ‘howler’
The NRL world has been left divided on a tackle which ultimately saved a try but that left a bad taste in many people’s mouths.
‘Has not moved’: Terrifying scene rocks NRL
Brisbane Broncos captain Adam Reynolds has been medicabbed off the field in a terrifying scene in the early exchanges against the Storm.
‘Pay the fine’: Coach seethes over NRL drama
Brisbane Broncos coach Kevin Walters has gone as close to stepping over the line as possible after his side’s controversial loss to the Storm.
Storm star apologises for club’s poor start
The Storm has been the most consistent team in the NRL for the best part of 20 years, but questions are starting to be asked.
‘Incredible visual’ as Storm rumour swirls
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy wasn’t feeling the magic at Suncorp Stadium as his side felt the wrath of the new premiership favourites.
Why Storm star shunned the Wallabies
The words of his mum and dad were ringing in his ears when a Storm star was weighing up a potential big-money move to rugby.
‘Can’t believe it’: NZ erupts over ‘absolute joke’
NRL referee Grant Atkins has become public enemy No. 1 in New Zealand after a controversial call stunned during the Anzac Day clash in Melbourne.
NAS returns but Storm forwards in doubt
Nelson Asofa-Solomona has been cleared to return just as the Storm sweats on the availability of a couple of injured forwards.
Why Munster is primed for Johnson showdown
Cameron Munster is the first to admit he wasn’t at his best last week, but a return to the halves could relaunch the Storm’s attack.
Bellamy rages over star’s ‘stupid’ act
Storm coach Craig Bellamy has slammed his side’s performance while pinpointing a dumb play that gave his side no hope of victory.
‘Shot of the year’ ignites NRL chaos
Manly Vs Melbourne doesn’t often disappoint and this was no different as there the latest edition of the clash had it all.
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