Monster NRL deal says it all about Cleary
Rugby league fans can’t get enough of a new NSW State of Origin reveal that heralds a new era and raises questions about Nathan Cleary.
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NRL star backflips, throws club into mayhem
The future of a Manly superstar and State of Origin stalwart has been thrown into doubt, prompting talk of a shock switch.
‘Annoys me’: Clueless NSW fans shut down
Blues coach Laurie Daley had many fans all saying the same thing after his return to coach NSW. Those claims have been rubbished.
Two ex-coaches return in shock appointment
NSW has made a bold choice to replace Michael Maguire, with two former coaches returning to the Blues in a surprise appointment.
Gould: Why NSWRL needs to revise Origin coaching stance
Phil Gould says there are only three people currently equipped for the role of NSW coach in State of Origin, but in order for any of them to take on the job, the NSWRL will need to change its coach selection criteria.
Storm coach puts end date on career
Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has opened up on his future and putting a potential finishing date on his legendary career.
‘Not happy’: NSW dirty over coach exit
The truth behind Michael Maguire’s sudden decision to quit NSW has come to light as a attentions turn to a Blues legend.
VOTE: NSW Blues and Sky Blues player of the series
After a hoodoo-breaking NSW Blues series win at Suncorp Stadium and a record-breaking Women’s Origin series for the Sky Blues, we’ve picked our nominations for the player of the series. CAST YOUR VOTE.
Walsh comes clean on unseen Sua’ali’i act
The rugby league world could forgive Reece Walsh for holding a grudge against the rugby-bound Joseph Sua’ali’i after his Origin 1 KO.
Ugly truth Reece Walsh simply must accept
Reece Walsh was left battered and bruised after a brutal Origin decider but Broncos coach Kevin Walters has some bad news for his charge.
Origin ‘myth’ debunked once and for all
NSW’s incredible win in the 2024 State of Origin series has finally shut the door on one of the great fallacies of the interstate series.
‘How?’: Legend, coach in awkward TV clash
Gorden Tallis and Michael Maguire have had one final duel for the State of Origin series after the Qld legend erupted.
‘Unacceptable’: Fans erupt over Ch9 ‘joke’
Footy fans were left fuming on Wednesday night after the State of Origin decider was repeatedly interrupted by an “unacceptable” sight.
‘Shattered minds’: Photo exposes Origin lie
A damning truth about the prickliest player in the NRL has emerged after the wild scenes during the State of Origin decider.
Brutal image shows punishment goes too far
The NRL has handed down searing bans for NSW stars after the State of Origin melee — and an image shows the league’s gone too far.
Latrell fires perfect four-word sledge to Qld
The NSW Blues did the unthinkable on Wednesday night and Latrell Mitchell had a strong message to those who doubted them.
‘No idea’: Coach rocked by post-match news
NSW coach Michael Maguire has revealed he was completely clueless about a major Origin drama until one of his star players confessed.
‘The glue’: NSW out to build dynasty
NSW coach Michael Maguire was told the one thing he couldn’t do was lose the opening game, but there was a key reason that didn’t matter.
Johns comment leaves NRL icon dumbfounded
If we needed any more proof that Andrew Johns is a rugby league Nostradamus, he’s done it again with an extraordinary Origin moment.
‘Unthinkable’ ending to brutal Origin decider
One of the most brutal State of Origin matches of all time ended with New South Wales claiming an astonishing, historic victory in Queensland.
NSW villain’s final infuriating act riles fans
Jarome Luai broke the State of Origin decider open with a piece of brilliance, and he got the last laugh with a very cheeky on-field act.
‘Cowards’: Maroons hang captain out to dry
Queensland skipper Daly Cherry-Evans was on uncomfortable ground when boos rained down from the Maroons Suncorp Stadium fortress.
‘Hope AFL is watching’: Australia blown away
NSW has achieved the near impossible in a brutal State of Origin decider that even had an AFL legend losing his mind over the clash.
Blues star evicted in Origin brawl chaos
A brutal State of Origin decider got even more bad tempered, with multiple players sent from the field after an all-in brawl erupted.
‘Always one’: Tribute ruined by ‘idiot’
An “idiot” fan has been called out after ruining a minute of silence for ahead of the State of Origin decider in Brisbane.
Coach’s huge prize for unthinkable victory
Michael Maguire is on the verge of coaching NSW to an unthinkable series victory, and it might open doors that were previously closed.
‘Rubbish’: Maroons hit back at Slater claim
Queensland has hit back at claims surrounding “rattled” Billy Slater ahead of the State of Origin series decider.
Report exposes bombshell behind Origin rift
Claims of a rift between Billy Slater and an exiled star have come to light with details emerging about the mysterious axing.
Maroons skipper clear on playing future
Ahead of a monster State of Origin decider, the Queensland captain has answered speculation about what his Maroons future looks like.
Origin star rescued, dare goes horribly wrong
Blues five-eighth Jarome Luai says his life flashed before his eyes as a NSW team bonding session went horribly wrong.
NSW star, wife make ultimate sacrifice
NSW rookie Mitch Barnett and his wife have made an incredible personal sacrifice to put the state ahead of their family.
Slater act is pure Queensland sacrilege
Billy Slater has been accused of a disrespectful act after a clear sign that State of Origin has finally got to the Queensland coach.
‘Never played’: QLD great savages Blues coach
The running feud between Michael Maguire and Gorden Tallis has reignited with the Maroons great firing shots at the Blues coach.
NSW rocked as star sent for scans
NSW has been forced to call up a possible replacement just hours after a Blues star was selected to replace Latrell Mitchell.
Injury scare iced for recalled NSW ace
The star centre called in to replace Latrell Mitchell in the NSW side for the State of Origin decider has been sent for scans on his hamstring.
Star snubbed again amid mass Maroons changes
It only took one match back from injury for Kalyn Ponga to earn a Queensland recall, but coach Billy Slater held firm on not picking one star.
Billy Slater in huge Maroons team backflip
Queensland coach Billy Slater is reportedly set to axe multiple stars as part of a shake up for the State of Origin series decider.
Star’s Origin audition goes up in flames
Tom Trbojevic’s hopes of returning to the NSW Blues line-up appear shot after he failed to have an impact on Saturday night.
NRL acts over suspected Maroons breach
Queensland’s handling of a big hit in State of Origin Game 2 has prompted an investigation from the NRL over manipulation of the rules.
Latrell comes clean with stunning revelation
Latrell Mitchell has made a rare, startling admission about his private life after revealing why he has been getting “s*** on”.
Maroons gets good news for decider
After a horror night in Melbourne on Wednesday, the Maroons needed some positive news and got it from a crucial injury update.
Latrell’s early morning act after Origin
His return helped spark the best Blues’ performance in years, but Latrell Mitchell was spotted making an early escape from the NSW camp.
‘Sack Billy?’: Fiery clash over Slater ‘blunders’
Gorden Tallis and Phil Rothfield have butted heads over whether Queensland coach Billy Slater should make changes to his side for Game 3.
Aussie icon’s Origin anthem steals the show
Queensland have dominated the first ever women’s State of Origin decider to win the shield, while an Aussie icon’s anthem rendition stole the show.
NSW legends make Slater a laughing stock
Billy Slater has been turned into a punching bag for NSW after a post-game blooper that has left some fans chortling.
NRL verdict shows prickly Latrell act was perfection
Latrell Mitchell has avoided a suspension with his controversial act proving his trademark aggression was spot on.
NSW’s elephant in the room exposed
NSW legend and rugby league Immortal Andrew Johns has given Mitch Moses the ultimate compliment, but there’s a big elephant in the room.
Maroons coach snaps back in fiery exchange
The Queensland coach was asked to explain a cryptic response to a question after his side’s Origin thrashing – and bristled at the reporter.
Walsh savaged: ‘Did more in game one’
Rugby league fans have labelled Reece Walsh as the “most overrated player of his generation” after an Origin disappearing act.
‘Can de done’: Bruising Blues not shy of making history
Bursting with confidence after bashing Queensland in Melbourne, the NSW coach says a shocking record in deciding games means nothing for his new group.
‘We’re Queenslanders’: Slater quiet on changes
Nothing went right for Queensland in an MCG thumping but coach Billy Slater wasn’t going to be jumping at shadows when it comes to turning things around for the decider.
Latrell silenced by crowd’s stunning act
Latrell Mitchell was distracted by an overwhelming sound from the MCG crowd during a post-match interview with Paul Gallen.
‘Can’t do that’: Unseen Luai act stuns
If Jarome Luai is trying to avoid being seen as public enemy No. 1 in Queensland, the Blues five-eighth is going about it all wrong.
Hayne breaks silence after prison release
A dream fortnight for Jarryd Hayne got even better on Wednesday night – and he couldn’t contain his excitement.
‘Hypocrisy’: Controversy erupts over sin bin
Blues enforcer Liam Martin has avoided a sin bin for a lifting tackle that a rugby league legend believed was an obvious offence.
Reece Walsh’s brutal reality check
All eyes were on Reece Walsh’s return but Queensland’s superstar No.1 was nowhere to be seen. Meanwhile, Daly Cherry-Evans and Ben Hunt were dealt a brutal reality check.
Moses shatters records, Latrell masterclass
NSW scored the most first-half points in State of Origin history in an absolute bloodbath opening 40 minutes in front of 90,084 people.
Footy world in disbelief over head rub sin bin
The rugby league world has been left speechless after Origin Game 2 erupted in the second half over an act that had fans stunned.
‘Overwhelmed’: Blues bask in Origin stunner
NSW has produced a scarcely believable first half of Origin football, marching to a commanding win to level up the series.
Qld legend’s brutal reaction to demolition
NSW destroyed Queensland in the first half of Game 2, shattering all sorts of State of Origin records and leaving a Maroons legend stunned.
‘Is it 2008?’: Fans blast Origin entertainment
In yet more proof that you can’t make everyone happy all the time, the pre-game entertainment for the State of Origin drew a mixed reaction.
‘Filthy’: Billy Slater in handshake drama
Billy Slater’s final mindgame before State of Origin Game 2 has ruffled feathers after he shared a handshake with Michael Maguire.
‘Worked that out’: Origin mystery answered
Billy Slater and Michael Maguire have gone head-to-head in a joint press conference, answering one of the big questions in the lead up to Game 2.
Coaches square off after ‘glass houses’ barb
Rival State of Origin coaches Billy Slater and Michael Maguire shook hands and sat next to each other in Melbourne as tension heats up ahead of game 2.
Sly NSW act an ‘up yours’ to Reece Walsh
NSW has quietly sent Queensland an “up yours” before Origin II with a training camp act focused on Reece Walsh.
AFL legend’s ultimate State of Origin betrayal
AFL legend Dermott Brereton has paid the ultimate compliment to the NRL’s State of Origin ahead of Game 2 in Melbourne.
‘Totally wrong’: Maroons blow up at Ch9 ad
A decision by host broadcaster Channel 9 to use an infamous moment from Game 1 in a commercial hasn’t gone down well.
Maroon bristles at Latrell Mitchell comments
The mind games are flying ahead of Origin 2, with a Queenslander denying a recalled Blue is in their heads.
‘I love his eyes’: Billy’s joke says it all
The footy world was convinced that Billy Slater is finally starting to feel the Origin heat but the Queensland legend has had the last laugh.
Joey Johns stunned by star’s pre-game act
Andrew Johns has seen a lot in his NRL career as a player and commentator but the Immortal hadn’t seen this one before.
Legend calls for Blues skipper to be axed
NSW captain Jake Trbojevic has hit back after a call from former Blues enforcer Mark Geyer that he should be dropped for Game 2 in Melbourne.
‘Nowhere to hide’: Star’s shock Origin reveal
Queensland selector Darren Lockyer has revealed why Selwyn Cobbo was dropped for Game 2 after Billy Slater’s selection bomb.
Walsh’s surprise reaction to Origin wipe-out
Reece Walsh has addressed the infamous high shot that wiped him out of Origin 1 and any concerns he has returning for Queensland.
Slater’s response to Madge swipe falls flat
Maroons coach Billy Slater had an awkward exchange with a journalist over Blues counterpart Michael Maguire’s subtle dig.
Leniu question Latrell didn’t want to answer
Latrell Mitchell was keen to move on when asked about a Blues teammate following his racial sledge earlier in the season.
How Watson can emulate Blues legend on debut
Some State of Origin rookies wing it on debut, but Blues coach Michael Maguire wants Connor Watson to play like Craig Wing.
‘Glass houses’: Maguire slams Walsh claim
Michael Maguire has fired the first shot ahead of Game 2, with the NSW coach slamming Queensland for suggesting his side targeted Reece Walsh.
‘Not 100 per cent’: Slater explains shock axing
He played a key role in Queensland’s opening State of Origin win, but Selwyn Cobbo won’t be at the MCG next week for a very specific reason.
Blues coach’s brutal phone call revealed
NSW coach Michael Maguire has swung the axe in his bid to keep this year’s State of Origin series against Queensland alive.
Bombshell verdict on Latrell Origin call
Latrell Mitchell’s fate has been decided with reports claiming the Rabbitohs star’s State of Origin exile is over.
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