Panthers rocked by Cleary injury news
Nathan Cleary has sent a huge scare through the Panthers after the star halfback was sent to hospital just days before the preliminary final.
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Crichton’s blunt message to Bulldogs players
The heat is on Cameron Ciraldo but an incoming superstar says the Bulldogs coach is doing the right thing to make Canterbury a premiership threat.
Panthers recruiting coup nets Bulldogs young gun
The hits keep coming for Canterbury with a talented local junior jumping ship to join a key rival next year.
Club takes action on controversial post
The Penrith Panthers have taken action after being called out by NRL fans over a controversial post in the wake of a big finals win.
Panthers set for huge finals boost
The Panthers are already favourites to win their third title in a row, but they’re set to get even stronger with a superstar on track to return from injury.
‘Insane’: ‘Scary’ truth amid Cleary madness
The Warriors are the feel-good story of the NRL this season but the two-time defending premiers didn’t care about the fairytale at all.
Star ruled out in huge finals blow for Panthers
The Panthers have been dealt a massive blow with a key member of their squad ruled out of their game against the Warriors.
Panthers duo set for emotional farewell
They made their NRL debuts together four years ago, but Spencer Leniu and Stephen Crichton are now preparing for their final home game in Penrith.
Star’s priceless reaction to NRL boss’ blunder
Penrith have wrapped up a third minor premiership in four years but Panthers fullback Dylan Edwards was left baffled by a personal shout out.
$200k heist reignites 14-year NRL nightmare
Penrith have gone back-to-back and secured the minor premiership for the second year in a row, and have messed up their closest rivals in the process.
‘Belongs here’: Cleary’s big call on injured star
The minor premiership and the signature of a star playmaker are the two things Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is after.
Panthers star weighs in on Ciraldo drama
Cameron Ciraldo has been criticised for his coaching style, but the Bulldogs mentor has received staunch support from a Panthers star.
‘Significant’: Luai injury blow confirmed
Jarome Luai has avoided surgery and could make a shock return in the finals, but his replacement is confident he can step up.
‘Catastrophic’ scene rocks NRL premiers
The Eels have ambushed the Panthers at home in the local derby clash but the loss has become so much more costly for the defending premiers.
‘Significant injuries’ impact Penrith’s finals plan
Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has used his players wisely in the run to back-to-back premierships, but he’s not getting things his own way this year.
Why Cleary is confident Luai will stay
Rival clubs are counting down the days until they can negotiate with Jarome Luai, but Panthers coach Ivan Cleary is confident it won’t get to that stage.
Luai saga takes big twist as clause revealed
A door has been suddenly opened in Jarome Luai’s contract saga with the star playmaker the beneficiary of an act of good faith.
Shock NRL ploy backfires spectacularly
The Manly Sea Eagles have thrown everything at the Panthers on Thursday night, including a play rarely seen since the eighties.
‘What a balls up’: NRL controversy explodes
The Sea Eagles’ season is seemingly hanging on results going their way after a controversial try cost them dearly against the Panthers.
Journo reveals Luai feud, ‘antics’ slammed
Jarome Luai is embroiled in a “stink” with a journalist and his “antics” have come under the microscope after embracing a new role.
’Not the case’: Panthers slam Luai rumour
Amid reports Jarome Luai is not a priority signing, Panthers boss Matt Cameron is “pretty confident” a new deal will be done.
Luai learns fate for brutal shoulder charge
Panthers star Jarome Luai has learned his fate after he was involved in several fiery incidents during Penrith’s latest win.
‘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.
‘Benchmark’: Cleary’s ultimate praise for rivals
The Panthers have been the dominant force for the past few years, but coach Ivan Cleary is keen to talk up the Storm ahead of their blockbuster.
‘Back-up singer’: Joey’s brutal Luai take
Jarome Luai is about to test the free agent market, but Immortal Andrew Johns has given the Panthers star a brutal warning.
‘We can pay them’: Panthers coach’s pledge
Penrith’s premiership-winning teams have been broken up by rival NRL clubs, but coach Ivan Cleary has made a case for others to stay.
Massive $4.5m news in Luai contract twist
Jarome Luai may be watching his hopes of becoming a million-dollar-man go begging after a huge development at the Panthers.
$100k Luai bombshell blows up future
Jarome Luai suddenly has another reason to leave the Panthers after a shock report that claims six rival clubs will have interest in him.
‘Non story’: NSW Origin theory shut down
The presence of a premiership winning coach in the NSW box last Wednesday sparked all sorts of rumours with Blues coach Brad Fittler under the pump.
‘Not fast-tracked’: Cleary ready for return
There’s still a few training boxes for Nathan Cleary to tick but all signs point to an on-schedule NRL return this weekend.
‘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.
NRL hardman slaps opponent in brain snap
A Newcastle Knights enforcer was sin binned yet again after slapping a Panthers opponent in a total brain explosion.
Panthers stunned in 70-year NRL first
The Cowboys have kept their finals hopes alive after their star fullback scored a miracle try to pull off a thrilling win over Penrith.
Water bottle act explodes in wild scenes
There were fiery scenes at Allianz Stadium as it looked like Jared Waerea-Hargreaves may have met his match in the crazy eyes of Spencer Leniu.
Bennett’s dire warning for Blues selectors
Wayne Bennett spent years plotting how to beat the Blues, but he’s now trying to help them out by telling them the one man they must pick.
Blues star responds to wild Origin theory
A Blues star has defended the NSW training staff after questions were raised over why three players had suffered soft tissue injuries.
Bombshell Cleary news is NSW disaster
NSW coach Brad Fittler will be forced to do major surgery to his team after confirmation his worst fears about Nathan Cleary have been realised.
‘1000 to 1’: Cleary image is a disaster for NSW
Nathan Cleary has suffered an injury backing up for the Panthers, putting him in serious doubt for State of Origin Game II.
Luai reveals emotional toll of endless abuse
Jarome Luai would rock up to training with a smile on his face after copping it from fans and the media. But as he explains, even he has his limits.
Bennett’s cheeky jab as Kaufusi ‘rolls dice’
Master coach Wayne Bennett has questioned how Jarome Luai escaped suspension for touching an official as Felise Kaufusi faces a nervous wait for an ugly swinging arm.
Luai in hot water over forbidden NRL act
Incumbent NSW and Panthers five-eighth Jarome Luai has appeared to push the touch judge, the last thing he needs before Origin teams are named.
NRL world erupts as referee goes rogue
The Bunker regularly comes under fire from fans and commentators but rarely does it also cop flack from the on-field referee.
NRL stunned by ‘disgusting’ obliteration
Sydney Roosters stars have faced the brutal truth after living through a nightmare in Penrith after the side was handed an absolute shellacking.
Luai’s Origin statement in all-time thrashing
It was a result that very few people would have predicted in Penrith as the Panthers blew the Roosters off the park in stunning scenes.
Origin dream dashed by testicle rupture
Collision injuries happen a lot of NRL training but Penrith big man Spencer Leniu suffered one of the more painful blows.
NRL blows up over Cleary punch drama
If the NRL world thought that halfbacks were now protected species, a brutal decision will have done nothing to change their minds.
Cleary’s dig at NRL bosses in prickly presser
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has taken a not-so-subtle dig at NRL head office after another controversial hip-drop tackle.
Epic scene as team ends 273-day humiliation
The Wests Tigers have stunned the Penrith Panthers to end their 273-day losing streak in a result absolutely no one saw coming.
How Koroisau is still helping the Panthers
Api Koroisau has been a shining light at the Wests Tigers, but he’s still helping the Panthers ahead of the mini reunion in Bathurst.
Leaked list reveals Nathan Cleary bombshell
The code war between Rugby Australia and the NRL is set to explode after Panthers superstar Nathan Cleary appeared on a Rugby Australia hit list.
Cleary hits out at ‘very dubious’ Latrell try
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has revealed his issue with a key Rabbitohs try as he tried to dissect how his team let an eight-point lead slip.
Unthinkable finish blows NRL away
A heavyweight battle between Souths and Panthers has ended in incredible scenes with a wild matchwinner 90 seconds from full-time.
Cleary enters Luai, Hynes Origin debate
Nicho Hynes is the form player, but Jarome Luai’s combination with Nathan Cleary could be enough for him to keep his NSW Origin spot for game one.
Panthers’ 3-point play not seen for 41 years
The NRL has revealed Penrith was close to being awarded an almost unheard of three point field goal against Newscastle.
‘Keep them both’: Panthers confident on star duo
Ivan Cleary has issued a blunt warning to rival clubs who think they can poach two of Penrith’s most influential players.
Legend unloads over ‘ridiculous’ incident
A rugby league legend has erupted over a controversial weekend decision that left the NRL world confused and frustrated.
Cleary’s utterly ruthless response to win
Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has ruthlessly responded to his team’s win over Newcastle, taking a swipe at the Knights in the process.
‘Ridiculous’: NRL hair pull drama explodes
A hair pull drama has erupted after long locks of Panthers star Jarome Luai saw a penalty that broke the hearts of every Novocastrian.
‘Best captain’s challenge ever’ rocks NRL
The NRL was left stunned after a wild turning point moment changed the game for more than just the Panthers against the Knights.
Brutal call amid $1m NRL contract war
Paul Kent believes the Panthers should prioritise Dylan Edwards over Jarome Luai as both players look to command $1m for 2025 and beyond.
‘Why on earth?’: Trbojevic injury scare
Journalists and fans alike have raised questions after Manly’s injury-prone superstar Tom Trbojevic played on despite a fresh concern.
43-year NRL ‘demolition derby’ stuns
The Penrith Panthers have entered the building for the 2023 NRL season after handing the Manly Sea Eagles a hiding few have seen before.
The Origin twist to Saturday showdown
There’s been plenty of chat about Nicho Hynes making his NSW debut, but Jarome Luai can silence some of that against Daly Cherry-Evans’ Sea Eagles.
Panthers’ culture savaged as debate explodes
Jaeman Salmon hit back at Ricky Stuart’s “weak-gutted dog” comment from last year but a debate has exploded over two words from his coach.
‘Weak-gutted dog’ feud takes insane twist
Panthers utility Jaeman Salmon may have out the “weak-gutted dog” scandal behind him, but he sure as hell hasn’t forgotten it happened.
Panthers re-sign most important forward
The exit of premiership stars from Penrith has been a constant in recent seasons but now the Panthers have locked in a star player for life.
Salmon opens up ahead of Canberra return
It was one of the most controversial moments of 2022, but Jaeman Salmon says he’s moved on from Ricky Stuart’s comments ahead of his return to Canberra.
‘Bloody hell’: Fans lose it over NRL insanity
Mitchell Moses has had an enormous day, sealing his future and getting the Eels season back on track in stunning thriller.
‘Absolute freak’ Cleary act blows NRL away
Nathan Cleary has won over not only Panthers fans but the entire NRL with a single kick that blew the everyone away.
Horrific details of NRL boss’ death threat
An NRL boss has detailed the truly horrifying death threat he received to his office forcing him away from the club for days.
Star ‘deserved’ spray amid Panthers drama
The Panthers’ week had been dominated by an on-field confrontation between Jaeman Salmon and Jarome Luai, but the stars have put it behind them.
NRL’s powerful response to Latrell abuse
NRL boss Andrew Abdo has stood with Latrell Mitchell, saying the game was ‘genuinely inclusive’ and will ‘call out’ racism.
New vision emerges of Latrell incident
Fresh vision has emerged of a racial slur being aimed at Souths fullback Latrell Mitchell during Thursday night’s clash with the Panthers.
‘Don’t care’: Fiery moment Today host unloads
Today presenter Brooke Boney has rallied around Latrell Mitchell – declaring racist abuse of the NRL star is “making people sick”.
Panthers sweat on star duo’s health
The Panthers proved that there were no cracks out west, but a statement win may have come at a cost with two of their best players injured.
Panthers applaud star’s post-game spray
Panthers teammates say it’s a badge of honour to cop a spray from Jarome Luai and have applauded him for making them accountable.
‘Monumental’ scenes as Panthers exposed
The Penrith Panthers may be two-time defending champions but a shock result shows it doesn’t get any easier the more you win.
‘Worthless’: Cleary hits back at Panther predictions
Penrith have won the past two NRL premierships and while they have lost players for 2023 there’s no loss of belief despite what the pundits say.
17 NRL clubs wiped out before kick-off
The new NRL season hasn’t even kicked off, but here’s why your team should already give up on premiership glory.
NRL team blindsided by rival’s wild raid
The Brisbane Broncos have been left reeling after Wayne Bennett pulled off a stunning raid to poach another star player.
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