Line-in-the-sand moment that changed season
The Penrith dynasty was dead and buried after an ugly loss in Bathurst, but the champions have found the secret formula that made them impossible to beat.
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Why Origin hangover could derail Panthers’ premiership dream
Penrith are clinging onto sixth spot on the NRL ladder as the premiers fight to keep their defending title hopes alive. But can the Panthers overcome an Origin hangover?
Dream draw could help Penrith do unthinkable
The Panthers looked like a genuine wooden spoon chance a month ago, but a perfect June and a dream draw coming up has them again in the mix.
To’o learns his fate over high tackle
Brian To’o wasn’t charged for a high shot on Thursday night, but a knee injury has him in doubt for the Origin decider.
‘What a moment’: Cleary steals the show
Never shy of the big moment, Panthers star Nathan Cleary delivered one for his team to lead them to a thrilling win over the Bulldogs.
Cleary whacks MRC for ‘cold case’ ruling
Ivan Cleary has weighed in on the decision to suspend one of his players for what he says was a classic rugby league tackle.
Cleary holds secret session to prove fitness
Nathan Cleary is in no doubt for the Origin decider, with the Blues halfback on track to return for Penrith on Thursday night.
Panthers provide injury update on Nathan Cleary
The Panthers have provided an update on superstar half Nathan Cleary, who battled through a groin issue for the Blues on Wednesday night.
Mates go from friends to foes for first time
Moses Leota and James Fisher-Harris won an under-20 title together 10 years ago, and now they’ll face off for the first time.
‘Privately seething’: Cleary storm erupts
Nathan Cleary’s own club was reportedly cut out of the loop as the star playmaker’s secret was finally confirmed by cameras.
What Cleary’s injury means for the Panthers
Nathan Cleary’s mystery groin injury hurt the Blues on Wednesday night, with the Panthers sweating on the fitness of their biggest star.
Panthers vow to fix key issue without stars
The Panthers must fix one key area of their game as they look to pull off a massive upset in New Zealand without their State of Origin stars.
Panthers come clean on Cleary rumour
Nathan Cleary will break just about every NRL record if he signs a new deal in a couple of years, but that could be in jeopardy for this reason.
No tears expected for latest Luai-Cleary clash
Nathan Cleary remembers making Jarome Luai cry when he beat him in a big game when they were teenagers, but sledging could now replace tears.
Extra spice in this year’s battle of the west
Blaize Talagi was supposed to be Parramatta’s next long-term superstar, but instead he’s plotting their downfall on Sunday when he runs out with the Panthers.
‘Crazy year’: Reigning champs annihilated
Decimated by Origin commitments, the Panthers have slumped to a fresh low after a one-sided beat down against fellow battlers Newcastle.
NRL trainers banned over ball fiasco
The NRL has come down hard on two clubs and their trainers for trying to gain an unfair advantage after they were caught on camera.
‘Don’t touch our balls’: NRL erupts over video
The NRL is being urged to punish the Panthers after footage of a questionable act sparked a furious response from fans and commentators.
Clip rocks NRL as Penrith caught red-handed
The Penrith Panthers have some explaining to do with a viral video appearing to expose the club in the middle of a controversial act.
‘F***ing touched it’: Panthers coach furious
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary was visibly fuming at a controversial moment that could have seen Penrith kick a match winning penalty goal.
Debate swirls over whether Panthers are back
The Panthers looked like a team that had won four titles in a row when they thrashed the Broncos on Sunday, but does one win automatically mean they’re officially back?
‘Dangerous’ act behind Cleary’s NRL downfall
The Panthers have “lost their hard edge” and “swagger” and Nathan Cleary has been called out for one big problem with his game.
Panthers’ stunning slump hits fresh low
The Sea Eagles were far too strong for Penrith on Saturday night, subjecting the premiers to a scarcely believable place on the NRL ladder.
‘Eye for an eye’: Coach confusion over hip-drop
The Panthers were tempted to fight Mitch Kenny’s hip-drop charge, with Ivan Cleary concerned about how the tackle is being policed in 2025.
‘Balls-up’: NRL set to drop sanction on Penrith
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has admitted his team’s sideline blunder was a complete “balls-up” as the NRL prepares to punish the club.
‘Ridiculous’: NRL farce torn to absolute shreds
Rugby league commentators are calling for change after noticing a farcical trend about the NRL at the start of this year’s season.
Why Panthers won’t write off 2025
No team has ever started a season 1-5 and gone on to win the premiership, but Ivan Cleary isn’t ready to give up on making history.
Panthers star charged for high shot
There’s been more fallout from Penrith’s loss to the Dolphins with a key outside back charged by the match review committee.
Premiers in tatters after Dolphins massacre
Penrith’s struggle is now a full-blown crisis after the four-time reigning premiers copped a Dolphins beat down at Suncorp Stadium.
Late drama as NRL premiers lose yet again
The Panthers’ early season woes have continued, with the four-time reigning premiers denied a late try in another upset loss.
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