NRL skipper’s retirement shock
Just weeks out from the start of the new NRL season, one of the competition’s captains has dropped a bomb by calling it quits.
Warriors
NZ expansion warning to NRL ahead of announcement
While welcoming the prospect of a second New Zealand team in the future, the brains behind the rise of the Warriors have given a warts-and-all account of how much work the NRL have to do to grow the game across the ditch.
Eels lure cross-code star to bolster NRLW squad
Fresh from a pre-Olympics rugby camp in France, rising New Zealand Black Ferns star Rosie Kelly has signed a one-year deal with the Parramatta Eels. SEE FINALISED NRLW SQUADS AND CONTRACT LENGTHS FOR 2024
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NRL star’s defection sparks Hunt rumours
A young playmaker has signed a new deal to join the NZ Warriors, a move that has led to speculation that Ben Hunt could replace him.
New clue to Hunt’s landing place
Tanah Boyd has signed a new deal to join the Warriors, a move that has led to speculation that Ben Hunt could replace him at the Titans.
Warriors continue signing spree
The Warriors have continued their off-season signing spree with a key forward inking a new deal to stay with the club.
What’s next for Johnson after epic farewell
Shaun Johnson’s farewell couldn’t have been scripted any better with the magic man producing one final showstopper in his last game.
‘Miraculous’ scenes blow NRL world away
Shaun Johnson has ended his career in the most incredible scenes, sealing a stunning comeback with the last play of his final game in the NRL.
‘Complete and utter farce’: NRL world erupts
Fans have been left fuming after the NRL’s lack of consistency was once again on show with a baffling controversy in New Zealand.
NRL world in tears over ‘unbelievable’ scenes
There were incredible scenes before the Warriors clash with the Bulldogs as New Zealand farewelled one of its greatest ever sons.
Star’s ‘class act’ amid brutal send off
Retiring New Zealand Warriors legend Shaun Johnson has responded to a brutal send off from Manly fans in hilarious fashion.
How the Warriors helped Kara-France’s concussion comeback
Kai Kara-France is a lifelong Warriors diehard. He reveals how his favourite footy team helped his comeback from concussion.
‘Football god’: Wayne Bennett stuns himself
Wayne Bennett has shown even when you’re one of the greatest coaches in NRL history, sometimes it all comes down to the “football god”.
NRL stunned by legend’s retirement shock
Shaun Johnson, one of New Zealand’s greatest ever players, has dropped a bombshell weeks out from the end of the season.
‘Squirrel grip’ drama erupts in NRL boilover
An ugly accusation has taken the gloss of the Eels’ first win in six matches, which puts the Warriors’ season on life support.
Warriors make history with epic achievement
The Warriors are officially the hottest ticket in town, with the club achieving something never seen before in the NRL.
Disbelief over ‘absolutely ridiculous’ call
NRL fans have hit out over a bizarre moment an NRL crackdown reached a crazy new level in the Warriors’ win over the Tigers.
‘Would not believe it’: Brutal pic says it all
The New Zealand Warriors have suffered another heartbreaking loss as the 2023 preliminary finalists’ season appears on life support.
Brutal truth exposed in 72-point turnaround
The New Zealand Warriors have delivered one of the all-time turnarounds against the Broncos, but it’s raised some tough questions.
NRL’s call on decision to sin bin RTS
The NRL has given its verdict on the Roger Tuivasa-Sheck decision, and it’s not going to make too many fans happy.
‘Disgrace’ erupts as NRL history rewritten
NRL fans and commentators are at a loss after the latest controversy erupted amid historic scenes on the Gold Coast.
‘Never do that again’: Star’s painful lesson
Sua Faalogo’s NRL career is still in its infancy but the youngster has learned a painful lesson after a spectacular put-down
‘Worst in history’: Sin bin farce stuns NRL
A stunning double sin bin has left the rugby league world completely baffled after one of the most bizarre decisions of the season.
NRL star dumped over shock team breach
Warriors enforcer Addin Fonua-Blake, who is leaving the club at season’s end, has been dropped for this week’s game.
Impromptu Haka gives NRL chills after thriller
Warriors cult hero Dallin Watene-Zelezniak celebrated his 200th game and a thrilling win over Penrith with a spine-tingling sideline act.
Warriors coach defends Shaun Johnson call
Shaun Johnson suffered injury in the Warriors’ loss to the Roosters, with his coach defending the call to keep him on the field.
Surprise Nathan Cleary replacement emerges
The NSW Blues have a Nathan Cleary crisis on their hands and an unlikely candidate has emerged as an option to replace him in Origin.
‘Trained to fall’: NRL created a monster
A second half obstruction decision has cost the Warriors dearly in Newcastle and exposed an farce the NRL has brought upon itself.
Penalty try drama leaves NRL in disbelief
The New Zealand Warriors have been denied a penalty try in a moment that has left commentators — and a coach — utterly perplexed.
‘Killing us’: Warriors coach on shock loss
The season is not going to plan for the Warriors, with coach Andrew Webster pinpointing his key to a massive upset loss.
‘Don’t understand’: Fury at ‘rubbish’ NRL coup
James Fisher-Harris’ new deal has raised a major question — how exactly has a club worked around the NRL’s contract regulations?
Controversy erupts in 63-second NRL robbery
The Warriors have scored eight points in the final minute to force golden point against the Sea Eagles, but the game-tying call has divided fans.
Monster ban for hit that broke star’s leg
The man behind the hit that broke dropped Rabbitohs halfback Lachlan Ilias’ leg is set to be rubbed out for an extended period.
Maguire urged to hand Blues rookie his debut
Michael Maguire has some huge selections to make for his first game in charge, but the Blues coach may have found an obvious answer at hooker after a stunning display on Saturday.
NRL world unloads on Latrell brain explosions
Latrell Mitchell has been put on report twice in an absurd first half against the Warriors, leaving commentators absolutely stunned.
‘No-brainer: Warriors re-sign star playmaker
Luke Metcalf just wanted a club to show him a bit of love, and that’s exactly what the Warriors have done, with the five-eighth extending his stay across the ditch.
‘Unprecedented’ 30-year NRL first ruined
The NRL’s 2023 fairytale has inspired an entire country but the New Zealand Warriors have been handed the oldest lesson in the book.
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.
Shock twist in NRL transfer bombshell
There’s been a fresh twist after one of the NRL’s best forwards requested to leave his club in a move that shook up the transfer market.
Major twist in Fonua-Blake transfer drama
A day after he asked the club for an immediate release, star prop Addin Fonua-Blake has told the Warriors he’s ready to rip in for them in 2024.
Warriors rocked by Fonua-Blake bombshell
Sydney clubs are scrambling to sign Addin Fonua-Blake after the star forward told the Warriors he wanted to return to Australia immediately.
Dally M winner signs mega new deal
Andrew Webster has been rewarded for a stunning debut season, with the Warriors coach signing a monster new contract.
NRL a laughing stock over ‘absolute howler’
The Broncos’ preliminary final win has been marred by a shocking forward pass no-call that has fans calling the NRL a laughing stock.
Warriors make final call on Johnson’s calf
The Warriors are 80 minutes away from qualifying for their first grand final in 12 years, and they’ve made a call on a player who was an NRL rookie back then.
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”.
‘Absolute joke’: NRL screws over entire nation
The NRL has come under fire after kicking an own goal and failing to cash in on the unprecedented scenes from across the ditch.
Player ratings: Who starred, who flopped in Warriors-Knights final
Two Warriors stars produced near perfect games, while a number of Knights barely earnt a pass mark as their 10-game win streak came to an end. See our full semi-final player ratings.
’Never experienced scenes’ stun NRL
The New Zealand Warriors have sent an entire nation into hysterics after booking a first preliminary final in 12 years in incredible scenes.
‘Every chance’: Crunch call looms for Warriors star
Warriors star Shaun Johnson trained once this week but faces a big 48 hours if he wants to play in his team’s must-win final.
Shock Shaun Johnson admission says it all
Shaun Johnson’s calf is set to become the most watched muscle in Australia and New Zealand over the next week after his coach’s telling comments.
‘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.
Photo proves Warriors have taken over NZ
Warriors fandom is sweeping New Zealand, and one of rugby league’s wildest promotions has shown just how far fans have gone.
NRL rocked by awful Shaun Johnson news
Warriors fans have been left devastated after horror news emerged on Thursday surrounding star halfback Shaun Johnson.
‘Rugby is boring’: Why NZ fans are jumping ship
The rise of the Warriors has coincided with a ‘downward slide’ for New Zealand’s national sport. So says Mark Robinson, the passionate club owner leading the charge of rugby league’s NZ fairytale.
‘Never seen it before’: NRL history denied
A Dragons star has been denied history after he looked to have scored the fastest try in NRL history, only for the Bunker to intervene.
‘P*ssed off’: Coach savages ‘ridiculous’ call
Manly coach Anthony Seibold has erupted in his press conference after a “scary” moment all but ended the Sea Eagles’ season.
‘How the hell?’: Kiwis savage ‘dodgy’ call
New Zealand has turned out in forced to support the Warriors but the parochial home crowd has been left dumbfounded over a huge call.
NRL world stunned over mad 20 minutes
The NRL is more baffled than ever after wildest opening 20 minutes of a game this season, which included the second send off in 24 hours.
‘It’s appalling’: Warriors boss slams NRL
The Warriors are having a season to remember but their CEO is angry at the NRL for leaving New Zealand out to dry.
Warriors rip Raiders’ hearts out in extra-time
The New Zealand Warriors have seen off a stunning Raiders comeback to claim a thrilling golden point win and leapfrog Canberra into the top four.
Secret behind Warriors coach’s transformation
Little-known coach Andrew Webster has sparked a new era at the Warriors after avoiding the biggest mistake he could have made.
14-minute ‘blinder’ in record thumping
The New Zealand Warriors have flexed their premiership muscles, pulling off a record thrashing of the Parramatta Eels at home.
Warriors star hit with breach notice
A Warriors forward has been issued a breach notice by the NRL following an investigation by the integrity unit.
‘No way’: Controversial NRL truth laid bare
The Warriors have been awarded a try that had shades of Valentine Holmes’ controversial try for Queensland on Wednesday.
‘Can’t believe it’: Try stuns, ruins party
It was meant to be Jarrod Croker’s night but a freakish act of brilliance from a Warriors star has ruined the Canberra legend’s night.
Wayne Bennett twists knife on entire state
Wayne Bennett’s Dolphins suffered one of the club’s biggest losses of the season but the coach couldn’t help but twist the knife on an entire state.
‘Not cheats’: Apology for NRL bias claim
The NRL has reached a resolution with the CEO of the Warriors’ major sponsor following some controversial tweets last month.
‘Unbelievable’: Son of Bronco legend stuns
Wendell Sailor had a tear in the eye when talking about his son Tristan’s Broncos debut and Sailor Jr. has not disappointed.
‘Brain dead’ act stuns amid NRL madness
The New Zealand Warriors have been denied an incredible comeback win after a moment of utter madness in Napier.
Jailed ex-NRL star to return to old club
Jailed former New Zealand Warriors winger Manu Vatuvei will reportedly return to his old club once he’s released on parole.
Warriors playmaker set for surgery
Ronald Volkman has emerged as one of the toughest players in the NRL after he got through Friday’s game with a gruesome injury.
Coach’s ‘carry on’ speaks louder than words
The Warriors’ turnaround season has continued with another excellent with that had rookie coach Andrew Webster going nuts in the coach’s box.
NRL investigating sponsor’s ‘cheating’ claim
The CEO of the New Zealand Warriors’ major sponsor has unleashed a withering attack on the NRL after another tough loss.
NRL fires back cheating claims
Graham Annesley is one of the calmest men in the game, but he erupted on Monday after a Warriors sponsor questioned the integrity of the NRL and its referees.
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.
‘Fits the bill’: Tigers bid shocks NRL
The Wests Tigers have continued their search for a half and Warriors star Shaun Johnson has emerged as a shock target.
Coach’s brilliant response as fans erupt
Rookie coach Andrew Webster has to be the early frontrunner for coach of the year and his answer to this question explains exactly why.
‘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.
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