‘Pack a snorkel’: Wild sight stuns NRL
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan called his side “awful” but it was the pre-game scenes that would have fans at least understanding why.
Sharks
Disfigured star’s question has fans in stitches
A Cronulla cult hero was a confronting sight for even rugby league greats when he stepped in front of the camera.
‘Hurting’ Raiders coach vows to fight on
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has vowed to turn around his flagging Canberra side after it was thrashed at home by the Sharks.
NRL star in rehab day after playing in win
Cronulla Sharks playmaker Braydon Trindall was reportedly in a rehab facility less than 24 hours after playing in an NRL win.
Coach blasts former club in epic swipe
He went to great pains to insist it’s not about him, but Shane Flanagan had some stinging words for his former NRL club.
NRL star stood down over alleged drug test
The Sharks player has notified the NRL after allegedly failing a roadside drug and alcohol test on Monday morning.
Sharks hardman forced into ‘premature’ retirement
Another footballer has been forced to call time on his career early on the back of medical advice.
Star Shark stood down after failed booze, drugs tests
The Sharks have been rocked with a star playmaker failing a roadside alcohol and illicit drugs test.
Hynes masterclass firms contention for Blues halves spot
Sharks captain Nicho Hynes was in fine form against the hapless Cowboys in round 7, making him a serious option for NSW’s five-eighth spot.
Cruel NRL nightmare leaves Souths in ruins
The rugby league gods have done nothing to help the South Sydney Rabbitohs head coach Jason Demetriou in the cruellest of scenes.
‘He pretended’: Aussie actor scorches ScoMo
The hits keep coming for Scott Morrison with the former Prime Minister brutally called out for “fooling” NRL fans.
Raiders lodge complaint over Sharks trainer
A Sharks trainer has been called out over a cheeky act in the clash against the Raiders in what could have been a match-defining moment.
Bunker rule sparks stunning comeback
The Raiders led the Sharks 18-0 before an inexplicable capitulation from Ricky Stuart’s men in their NRL showdown.
Sharks fume as Tiger tackle goes unpunished
Englishman John Bateman has avoided any sanction for a tackle that robbed the Sharks of prop Toby Rudolf in their shock loss.
Sharks star sweating on scans for an ankle injury
Cronulla’s loss to the Wests Tigers could be made worse with three forwards injured on Saturday night, including Toby Rudolf who left the ground on crutches and now needs scans for an ankle injury.
ScoMo unaware of secret plot against him
It has been reported there is much more to the story of Scott Morrison’s brutal loudspeaker news, but the ex-PM has now responded.
‘On what planet’: Dogs robbed by ref act
The Bulldogs looked to build an early lead against the Sharks on Friday but the rub of the green is not going their way yet in 2024.
Fans rage as ‘disgusting’ NRL hit savaged
An ugly hit from Sharks forward Briton Nikora has divided fans, with many claiming he was lucky to only earn 10 minutes in the bin.
Role ScoMo is giving up after 8 years
Former prime minister Scott Morrison will relinquish an “honour” that he has held since 2016 as he begins his life away from politics.
‘Unhinged’ warrior set to bring up major milestone
Craig Fitzgibbon had heard plenty of wild stories about Dale Finucane before he started coaching him and one training session confirmed how true they were.
Spicy threat lights fuse for epic clash
Addin Fonua-Blake will pull on a Sharks jersey next year, but that means nothing to Cronulla players who have been told to go after the star prop.
The words that prove Origin hopeful is ready
Cameron McInnes hasn’t represented the Blues before, but the Sharks star speaks like a man who could help his state end Queensland’s winning streak.
Sharks star emerges as Blues bolter
We’re still a couple of months away from State of Origin, but a former Blues star has backed one of his Sharks teammates to earn a NSW debut.
Sharks lose two young guns to injury
The Sharks have suffered a double blow a week out from their round 1 clash, while another Sydney club will be without a key forward.
Sharks vow to correct shocking stat
The Sharks have been one of the most dominant regular season teams over the past two years, but for some reason that hasn’t carried over to the finals.
Hynes provides crucial injury update
Nicho Hynes missed Cronulla’s win over Canterbury on Friday night, with the Sharks star now racing the clock to be fit for the round one trip to New Zealand.
Sharks go all in on new-look combo
Matt Moylan’s experience will be missed at Cronulla but a breakout showing in the All Stars games from a dynamic halves pairing showed they will lose nothing in attack.
Why Cross-code NRLW star knocked back Super Rugby deal
Without a state competition to play before the NRLW season, Parramatta star Mahalia Murphy had a chance for a short stint in Super W. So why did she knock it back?
Why new deal means so much to Sharks star
The Sharks are emerging as a genuine NRLW threat after they re-signed one of the biggest stars in the world.
Bombshell as Sharks poach Warriors gun
The Dragons were believed to be frontrunners, but the Sharks pounced and have secured the services of a Warriors enforcer.
Sharks coup nets NRL star on huge deal
The Bulldogs and Dragons have missed out on another major target with Addin Fonua-Blake signing a monster contract with the Sharks.
NRL club with softest draw revealed
The Sharks are the big winners of the 2024 NRL draw, with a soft start to the year putting them in the box seat to return to the top four.
NRL responds to controversial finals calls
Canberra and Cronulla fans might not like it, but the NRL has given its verdict on a couple of massive calls from the weekend’s thrilling finals matches.
‘Psychological damage’ after NRL finals torment
It was a thrilling opening weekend of the NRL finals, but a “shattering” truth has emerged about weekend’s saddest story.
Unthinkable scenes leaves NRL stunned
The Roosters have left the NRL in utter disbelief after going from next to no chance of making the finals to one of the great victories in the club’s history.
Talakai’s spooky role in Hynes’ revival
It’s a good thing Siosifa Talakai doesn’t delete his phone messages because he’s helped Nicho Hynes overcome his State of Origin heartbreak.
Fitzgibbon makes call on injured fullback
Shaun Johnson won’t play this weekend, but a couple of key men are set to feature in Saturday’s elimination final after overcoming injury concerns.
Shock move that saved NRL star’s season
Being dropped can ruin the relationship between a player and a coach, but one Sharks star has made a stunning admission after he was axed.
NRL fans robbed of heavyweight title fight
Royce Hunt is furious that he won’t get to lock horns with Jared Waerea-Hargreaves, but it just means he’ll have to find another big man to go after this weekend.
‘Stupid scenario’ NRL brought on itself
The NRL’s annual debate has reignited after thousands of fans will be locked out of a final at one of the smallest grounds in the competition.
Sharks make shock finals call
Decisions have to be made at Cronulla despite gun fullback Connor Tracey being cleared for the elimination final against the Roosters.
How Hynes moved on from 2022 heartbreak
It took Nicho Hynes months to get over last year’s finals loss to the Cowboys and did something to make sure it never happens again.
Storm erupts over NRL stadium farce
Cronulla will play a final in front of just over 12,000 people this weekend but the Sharks say critics shouldn’t be blaming the NRL.
‘We deserve it’: Sharks skipper defends home final
Cronulla will play a final in front of just over 12,000 people this weekend but the critics shouldn’t be blaming the NRL.
Ugly spear tackle sends shivers through NRL
A Canberra Raiders star will miss the NRL finals after he was sent off for an ugly spear tackle that could have ended far worse.
‘You at training?’: Coach snaps at journo
Cowboys coach Todd Payten has returned serve at a journalist questioning his side’s attitude after being routed by the Sharks.
Sharks star avoids season-ending injury
Ronaldo Mulitalo battled through an ankle injury in his return for Cronulla, but it’s lucky he was even out there after an accident at training that could have ended his season.
‘What were they thinking?’: NRL clash stuns
The Sharks are in the top four for now, weeks after anything but a finals team, but fans were all saying the same thing about their latest clash.
Fitzy urges players to support Hynes more
It’s been a big week for a couple of Sharks players, with Nicho Hynes opening up on his post-Origin struggles and club legend Wade Graham announcing his retirement.
16-year NRL great announces retirement
Cronulla Sharks veteran Wade Graham has announced he will retire at the end of the 2023 NRL season, bringing an end to a glittering 13-year career.
Hynes opens up on Fittler rumours
Nicho Hynes has responded to claims that he and Blues coach Brad Fittler have fallen out after the Sharks star was dropped following the Origin opener.
‘Perverse’ decision to blame for Hynes spiral
Nicho Hynes and the Cronulla Sharks are facing being knocked out of finals calculations – and it can all be traced back to one decision in May.
Fitzgibbon responds to shock Hynes offer
Sharks coach Craig Fitzgibbon says moving his star player out of position just doesn’t make sense at this time of the year.
‘Just complaining’: How Hynes dodged ban for ref abuse
Frustrations boiled over for Nicho Hynes on Sunday when he complained to a touch judge and was reprimanded by the referee. The NRL has now explained why he wasn’t charged.
NRL probe confirmed after Hynes incident
The NRL will probe Nicho Hynes’ fiery blow-up at a touch judge after the Sharks superstar totally lost his cool against Manly on Sunday afternoon.
ScoMo rejects Cronulla Sharks rumour
Scott Morrison’s office has rejected a story suggesting the Cronulla Sharks could revoke his status as No. 1 ticketholder.
Hynes’ hilarious try celebration backfires
The Cronulla Sharks defeated another struggling team but a try celebration by halfback Nicho Hynes backfired in hilarious fashion.
Star breaks silence after ‘letting state down’
Nicho Hynes would love to forget how his Origin debut unfolded, but the Sharks star insists his Blues career won’t be defined by 12 minutes of agony.
‘That’s footy’: Sharks star faces lengthy ban
Cronulla’s huge win over the Dragons has been soured with a veteran forward facing a ban while another sweats on scans for a rib injury.
Fans all say same thing as Hunt goes missing
Dragons fans have been as ruthless as the Sharks after the record drubbing in Cronulla turned the spotlight right back on Ben Hunt.
Coach confirms huge Dragons development
Shane Flanagan has declared he can set up the Dragons for “long-term success” while hitting out at critics who say he should have a life ban from NRL head coaching.
‘Outstanding’: Ex-Blue tears Sharks apart
The Brisbane Broncos are flying high on the ladder after a former Origin star put on a masterclass that could be the answer to one of NSW’s problems.
Sharks star opens up on clothesline regret
There could be fireworks in the Shire when Will Kennedy and Reece Walsh clash at the same ground where they came together in one of the wildest tackles of 2022.
Sharks make big call on star playmaker
Nicho Hynes didn’t have the State of Origin that he would have wanted, but his Sharks coach is expecting him to bounce back.
Sharks star opens up on brutal Origin call
Ronaldo Mulitalo can’t wait to see Nicho Hynes get his crack in the Origin arena after he controversially missed out on the chance to represent his state himself two years ago.
Fittler confirms NSW Origin team bombshell
Brad Fittler has confirmed he is rolling the dice with the biggest gambles of his career in announcing the NSW team for the Origin series opener.
Brain fart sparks fresh Ponga fears
Knights star Kalyn Ponga has sparked fresh fears over his concussion dramas after a bizarre moment late in his side’s clash against the Sharks.
‘Set her up’: Hynes speaks on mum’s charges
An NRL young gun’s mum has begged a court to give her “just one chance” after she was found guilty of heroin supply.
‘GOAT’: Wayne Bennett has done it again
The only shocking thing about a Wayne Bennett-coached side defying the odds in a big game is that we’re still shocked so many years in.
Star ‘lucky’ not to break leg in NRL drama
The NRL world is once again trying to get its head around the hip-drop tackle after an incident in which a star was ‘lucky not to sustain a broken leg’.
‘Can’t touch them’: Legends call out NRL
Rugby league legends have been left scratching their heads after the NRL appeared to have gone over the top in continuing a crackdown.
‘Big shock’: Disbelief over NRL bloodbath
The North Queensland Cowboys’ season from hell has continued as the side’s fall from grace was laid bare against the Sharks.
‘Unforgivable’ brain-fade stuns NRL world
Angry NRL fans have called for a star player to be dropped after his inexplicable brainfade caused a stunning try to be scrapped.
Sharks wary of wounded Bulldogs
The bookmakers are convinced the Bulldogs can’t win, but the Sharks’ coach is adamant his side isn’t taking Saturday’s game lightly.
Mouthy Mulitalo lets his footy do the talking
Ronaldo Mulitalo is one of the best trash talkers in rugby league, but he admits the banter got the better of him in an ugly loss earlier in the year.
‘Has to be there’: Radical Origin switch looms
The calls are growing louder for the New South Wales to axe Jarome Luai and pick reigning Dally M Medal winner Nicho Hynes.
Fitzgibbon backs Hynes to make Origin debut
The squads for the State of Origin series opener will be picked in about a month’s time, but there’s only one name on everyone’s lips after another dominant display in the halves.
‘Poor excuse’: Coach rages at Bunker
Roosters coach Trent Robinson has slammed the Bunker after a no try call against his side cost them dearly in the loss to the Sharks.
’Dangerous’ act proves NRL have no idea
The NRL has left the fans and commentators alike baffled as the game’s new hot button issues once again raised its ugly head.
‘Edge of aggression’: Sharks star to maintain the rage
Wade Graham makes a timely return from a four-week ban, but don’t expect the Sharks veteran to tinker with his aggressive tackle technique.
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