Every NRL club’s best 17, scouting report for the 2025 season
For teams like the Tigers, Eels and Dragons, there are plenty of fresh faces set to transform their line-up in 2025. We reveal every NRL club’s best 1-17 for the upcoming season.
Wests Tigers
Inglis takes big step in coaching career
Greg Inglis is a man in demand with the Hall of Famer accepting two major coaching roles in two days.
Tigers blow as star recruit sent for scans
As the Wests Tigers attempt to bounce back from three miserable years, an injury scare for their big-name recruit has rocked the club.
Favourite emerges for Tigers starting spot
Lachlan Galvin appears to have found his partner in crime on the right edge, with an experienced forward ready to make the move to the starting side.
Issue not on rookie sensation’s radar
Plenty of young stars have fallen victim to the sophomore slump, but Lachlan Galvin has declared that won’t be an issue for him this season.
Wests Tigers make huge captaincy call
Jarome Luai moved to the Wests Tigers to forge his own legacy and his new club has increased its investment in him beyond his massive pay cheque.
Fitness freak smashes club record
Their fitness standards were in the headlines for all the wrong reasons last year, but a young gun is helping the Wests Tigers make a splash in 2025.
‘My way’: How Luai can save the Tigers
Jarome Luai has often spoken about wanting to be Batman. He now gets the chance at the Wests Tigers as he steps out of Nathan Cleary’s shadow.
‘Tragedy’: Tigers rocked by 15-year ban
The Wests Tigers’ civil war has taken an explosive turn with senior powerbrokers banished by a so-called “Gang of Four”.
Twist in Sullivan’s South Sydney deal
Jayden Sullivan is off to the Rabbitohs next year, but his time at the Wests Tigers is far from over.
NRL saga ends with brutal Tigers face slap
Benji Marshall and the Wests Tigers have finally got their wish to get a star player out the door, but it’s come at a heavy cost.
NRL rocked as Tigers wiped from history
The majority owners of the Wests Tigers have slammed reports of a text message bombshell claiming the NRL club has reached breaking point.
Tigers reveal surprise clause in Bula contract
In yet another significant contract development at the Wests Tigers, Jarome Luai is not the only player who can move at the end of 2026 due to an unorthodox contract clause.
$6 million contract clause rocks NRL
One of the most talked-about contracts in the NRL has taken a twist with reports the deal is not what fans were told.
Benji unsure if Bateman will stay at Tigers
John Bateman still has two years left on his deal with the Wests Tigers, but it remains up in the air whether the Englishman will be back in 2025.
Blues great puts his hand up to coach NSW
A former halfback has put his hand up to coach the NSW women’s State of Origin side next year as they search for Kylie Hilder’s replacement.
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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Tigers players with fitness issues named
The Wests Tigers players who failed fitness tests on day one of pre-season have been named amid John Bateman’s contract issues.
NRL star’s $2m lifeline after shock axing
Terrell May has wasted no time in finding a new club after the Sydney Roosters prop was shown the door by the NRL glamour club.
Tigers seize Roosters gun in big coup
The Wests Tigers have added add another key piece to their roster with Terrell May signing a three-year deal with the club.
Legend unloads at club’s ‘massive problem’
The Wests Tigers have received support from high-profile figures in the game for the tough stance they’ve shown players who failed to meet simple fitness standards.
Five Wests Tigers issued breach notices
Wests Tigers players will have to fight to avoid having their contracts torn up with the struggling club announcing shock news.
‘Embarrassing’: Tiger’s bitter Benji swipe
A Wests Tigers outcast has given the club and coach Benji Marshall a brutal drive by after he was “hurt personally”.
Brooks in awe of Galvin ahead of PM’s XIII
Both Luke Brooks and Lachlan Galvin were hyped up early on at the Wests Tigers, with the pair to now link up in Port Moresby.
Luai’s shock Wests Tigers call after GF win
Four-time champion Jarome Luai had a blunt reply when asked about his looming move to the Wests Tigers for the 2025 season.
‘Wild’: Wests Tigers’ ‘cringe’ post stuns NRL
Long-maligned half Luke Brooks finally broke his NRL finals duck on Sunday afternoon, but his former club has entered the chat.
‘Devastating’ 2025 blow spoils NRL bloodbath
The Eels should have been celebrating dodging the wooden spoon but a brutal blow may have already wreaked havoc on their 2024 season.
Why Spoon Bowl can be making of the Tigers
Finishing 16th isn’t much to crow about, but it’s plenty of incentive for the Wests Tigers who are hoping to hand the wooden spoon over to the Eels.
Bombshell plot to blow up Wests Tigers
Balmain, one half of the Wests Tigers joint venture, is reportedly plotting a bombshell move to become a stand alone NRL club again.
Bigger things than trophy rookie can’t win
He’s been the best rookie this season, but Lachlan Galvin won’t be winning the award on Dally M night. His coach says there are bigger things than collecting trophies.
‘Still worst on ground’: Ex-Tiger cops it
Wests Tigers supporters at the ground and online have relished Luke Brooks’ dismal return to Leichhardt Oval as a Sea Eagle.
Tigers rookie addresses contract rumours
Lachlan Galvin who has emerged as one of the best young talents in the game, but he’s had to deal with constant speculation about his future.
Stefano tipped to be world’s best at the Storm
A couple of former Tigers have backed Stefano Utoikamanu to become the best prop in the world as he looks to follow in the footsteps of Josh Addo-Carr and others who joined the Storm and became superstars.
Tigers star to have season-ending surgery
The Wests Tigers’ season has gone from bad to worse, with one of their best players booked in for season-ending surgery.
Tigers star’s big judiciary risk
The Wests Tigers will roll the dice at the judiciary on Tuesday night, with Justin Olam’s season officially over if they fail to have his charge downgraded.
Tigers young gun makes shock NRL call
Tigers prop Stefano Utoikamanu has finally made his decision for his next move after drawn out speculation over his future.
NRL wrecking ball’s new club revealed
One of the biggest talking points of the NRL transfer market is now over, with a former State of Origin star revealing his new club.
Olam faces monster ban for send-off hit
The Wests Tigers could be without one of their most experienced players for the rest of the season after the match review committee charges dropped this morning.
‘What are we becoming?’: Send off divides NRL
Wests Tigers centre Justin Olam could be looking at a lengthy spell on the sidelines after being sent off on Thursday night.
Tigers players react to devastating news
Teammates say they support a star’s decision to leave the Wests Tigers at the end of the year, but it’ll be interesting to see how fans react.
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.
Benji addresses star’s shock UK move
Benji Marshall’s brutal first year in charge has continued with a veteran heading overseas for the rest of the season.
Benji breaks his silence on Farah exit
Benji Marshall has addressed the club’s decision to part ways with Robbie Farah next year, with the Wests Tigers coach firing up over one theory behind the move.
Tigers great to leave as Benji snub revealed
The Wests Tigers are reportedly set for big coaching changes with a surprise Benji Marshall snub coming to light.
‘Dudded’: NRL erupts over ‘ridiculous’ drama
The Cronulla Sharks have wiped the floor with the Wests Tigers but a brutal call has made a horrible situation much worse.
Tigers make late switch for Storm clash
The Wests Tigers will get one of their most important players back from injury as they prepare to return to fortress Leichhardt Oval.
Wests Tigers lock in home stadium strategy
The number of NRL games Leichhardt Oval will host next year has been determined after the Wests Tigers finalised their home stadium strategy.
Roosters’ thrashing comes at a high cost
The Roosters strolled to an impressive 40-6 victory over the Tigers, but an injury to a key player soured the performance.
Tigers star free to test the market
Stefano Utoikamanu’s time at the Wests Tigers could be coming to an end, with the club granting him permission to test his value on the open market.
NRL loses it over ‘beautiful’ scenes
Wests Tigers fans have given one of the club’s biggest stars a standing ovation after returning for the first time in 14 months.
Stunning sight blows NRL world away
The Wests Tigers have bounced back from what was described as an “atrocity” last week to snap the third-longest losing streak in club history.
‘Deeper roots’ to teen star’s Tigers furore
The real story behind the Wests Tigers’ drama with their most promising player is coming clearer after his shock request to be let go.
Roosters make brutal Brandon Smith call
Brandon Smith has paid the price for his team breach, while a star Tiger has been moved and Origin hopefuls are back in round 15.
Tigers’ teen star: ‘Can’t wait to get out’
Tigers young gun Lachlan Galvin reportedly told teammates he “can’t wait to get out” after a request for an immediate release.
Bitter NRL truth exposed in horror bloodbath
Benji Marshall was heavily criticised for his mid-season holiday to Fiji last week — after Friday’s game, he’ll be wishing he never came back.
‘P**s poor’: Hunt’s ‘unnecessary’ act slammed
Dragons skipper Ben Hunt has raised more than a few eyebrows after a bizarre blow up that threatened to overshadow his brilliant masterclass.
Marshall explains need for mid-season break
Benji Marshall is back from a trip to Fiji that raised a few eyebrows but is more concerned about a worrying trend that has cost his side in 2024.
Tigers star urged to sign new deal
The Wests Tigers are desperate for a star forward to sign a new deal with the club, but his omission from the NSW squad has made things tougher.
Star Tiger stunned by Benji holiday critics
Api Koroisau had a blunt message for critics who had an issue with Benji Marshall’s mid-season getaway to Fiji.
Tigers star defends coach’s holiday
Api Koroisau is used to making plenty of tackles, but the Tigers star had to defend his coach on Tuesday following criticism over a mid-season getaway.
Benji, Zoe under fire over ‘terrible’ look
NRL figures have come out to support Benji Marshall and wife Zoe after the glamour couple came under fire.
Coach savages Bunker as NRL debate erupts
Debate has erupted after Cowboys and Queensland star Valentine Holmes was sin binned for a hip drop on the eve of Origin selection.
Star swiftly signs with NRL powerhouse
The Penrith Panthers have landed a huge blow in the NRL player market in a deal that will make the premiers even stronger.
Benji in $2m drama as ‘firestorm’ erupts
Benji Marshall is reportedly at the centre of a Wests Tigers “gutting” operation with big name stars rumoured to be leaving.
Tiger’s exit bomb sparks NRL bidding war
Tigers forward and NZ international Isaiah Papali’i is set to reignite the NRL player market after dropping on bombshell on the club.
More pain as Tigers duo face bans
Discipline is starting to cost the Wests Tigers dearly with two players facing bans after they spent time in the sin bin at Magic Round.
‘1-on-1 steal’ leaves NRL in hysterics
Eagle-eyed NRL fans have been left in hysterics after Tigers forward Alex Twal executed one of the smoothest moves you’ll see on a footy field.
Why Turuva chose to sign with the Tigers
He could have stayed in the golden west to chase more titles, but Sunia Turuva can see something special brewing in Tiger Town.
‘Cowards’: Ex-Tigers boss’ scathing letter
Exiled Wests Tigers chairman Lee Hagipantelis has terminated a $1 million deal with the club in a scathing letter to the club.
Two sinbins in ‘hostile’ NRL finish
Two Wests Tigers were given their marching orders late on in an ugly finish to the Bulldogs’ NRL victory at Accor Stadium.
‘Silly question’: Benji bristles at journo
Benji Marshall took issue with a question from a journalist and assured critics the Tigers are improving despite their losing streak.
NRL battlers robbed in farcical review
The Wests Tigers have been completely dudded by a Bunker intervention that left rugby league commentators shaking their heads.
‘Right direction’: Huge coup for Wests Tigers
Wests Tigers fans have plenty to look forward to with a key figure locked in for another four years to help the club’s rebuild.
NRL battlers swoop, Panthers exodus continues
A battling NRL team is reportedly in the box seat to land Panthers star Sunia Turuva after he looked headed elsewhere.
Benji’s message to in-demand rep forward
Stefano Utoikamanu could be the hottest free agent on the open market, but the Wests Tigers won’t let their star middle leave without a fight.
Klemmer charged twice by the MRC
The Wests Tigers are breathing a huge sigh of relief after David Klemmer avoided a ban despite being charged twice by the MRC.
‘Greatest Tiger of them all’: Tributes for ‘Golden Boots’ Barnes
Considered among the finest rugby league stars of the 20th century, Keith Barnes has been remembered as Balmain’s greatest player. Read the glowing tributes.
Sad Wayne Bennett photo says it all
Wayne Bennett’s Dolphins are on top of the NRL ladder but the supercoach has plenty on his mind after their latest win came at a huge cost.
Rookie sensation cops hip-drop charge
One of the best stories in the NRL this year might be put on hold with Lachlan Galvin facing a couple of weeks on the sidelines.
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