NRL refuses to rule out huge grand final change
The rise of the Warriors has provoked the NRL into bringing back daytime final matches. So why not a daytime grand final, asks DAVID RICCIO.
Opinion
Buzz: Unnoticed play epitomises why Keary is a champion
Much of the plaudits for the Roosters’ thrilling victory centred on Sam Walker’s field goal. But the true hero barely rated a mention, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Buzz: Flanagan’s next destination amid Bulldogs departure
Utility Kyle Flanagan has played his last game for Canterbury but his NRL career is set to kick on with a familiar face.
Buzz’s 2023 NRL awards: ugliest feuds, best fight, ‘up yours’
Phil Rothfield looks back at the highs and lows, feuds and fade-outs, blunders and blow-ups after 27 rounds of the high drama that is rugby league. Check out the Monday Buzz season awards.
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Kent: Bennett’s recruiting tactics exposed
Wayne Bennett has often said the best coaches are the best recruiters and his pursuit of Storm star Cameron Munster has forced him to dig deep into his bag of tricks, writes PAUL KENT.
No deal: The Bulldogs fighting for their NRL future
A former top-rated Canterbury junior is among a list of six Bulldogs without a deal for next season as the club prepares for the arrival of new coach Cameron Ciraldo.
Artie’s Allianz: Daily Telegraph readers help immortalise Beetson
Originally snubbed from Allianz Stadium’s naming plans, Arthur Beetson was immortalised on the $900 million venue’s grandstands following a lengthy The Daily Telegraph campaign.
Club responds to QLD Origin star links
Is one of Queensland’s State of Origin heroes headed to the sunshine state? One suitor has weighed in on speculation linking them with a move for Ben Hunt.
Monday Buzz: Watch Tiger’s nasty exchange with fan
Wests Tigers’ embarrassing SCG drubbing took an ugly turn at fulltime, with Adam Doueihi abused by a disgruntled fan. Phil Rothfield’s weekend highlights and lowlights.
Monday Buzz: Manly icon says Hasler’s time ‘probably’ up
One of Manly’s most influential figures has delivered a brutal assessment of Des Hasler’s coaching ability and future at the club. Phil Rothfield’s weekend highlights and lowlights.
Hard truth: O’Brien opens up on Ponga affair, NRL future
Newcastle coach Adam O’Brien insists superstar fullback Kalyn Ponga does not have too much power at the club and has vowed to inject a harder edge to stop the rot at the Knights.
Kent: Why Ponga will never lead Knights to glory
The great clubs are always well led, and Kalyn Ponga has shown he doesn’t have the influence needed to deliver premierships for the Knights, writes Paul Kent.
Fear factor: Bogey teams top eight sides want to avoid
Even the best teams have their bogey sides, and their bunnies. Find out which team in the top eight has the best and worst record against rivals jostling for finals spots.
Kent: This is what an NRL club without identity looks like
In every successful era the Knights have had, the team was littered with junior stars nurtured through the ranks. That’s no longer the case and it’s led to a loss of identity, writes Paul Kent.
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