The inscription on Kalyn Ponga’s boots are an emotional reminder of why rugby league needs the All Stars game amid debate about whether it should be played in the pre-season, post-season, or even at all.
The leading tryscorer in NRLW history, Teagan Berry, will make a decision on her future within the next fortnight amid a hot chase from several heavyweight NRLW clubs – and she’s not the only sought-after star.
Benji Marshall has continued to bolster his stocks by re-signing local junior Alex Seyfarth, while the Central Coast rugby league comp has added more star power with the signing of former NSW, Cronulla and Penrith playmaker Matt Moylan.
Kevin Walters has broken his silence on his time at the Broncos, his plans to return to coaching in the NRL and the pain that will come when his son Billy runs out in the club’s colours.
Two former Broncos will be laying the smackdown on Friday night at the Caxton, while Wayne Bennett has delivered his own verbal blow on Matt Lodge. See the full SPORT CONFIDENTIAL.
It’s the most unlikely encounter of the NRL pre-season. Two of the games biggest stars rubbing shoulders with a global music sensation. Now James Tedesco reveals how they ended up in a casino infinity pool together.
Nicho Hynes showed moments of brilliance in his first hit out of the year, but one big question mark over him still remains. See all the SuperCoach scores from Week 2 of the Pre-Season Challenge.
Sharks recruit Addin Fonua-Blake has had an immediate impact at the club, while Cronulla star Nicho Hynes was sporting an ice pack after being pulled from the field.
Parramatta legend Brett Kenny has declared Dylan Brown is not worth his $1.2 million asking price and has called for the Eels official who allowed the get-out clauses in his contract to be sacked.
Dragons coach Shane Flanagan has broken his silence on the Francis Molo saga, conceding the former Queensland Origin prop may not return this season after crisis talks with the NRL.
Former Parramatta skipper Clint Gutherson has opened up about the untried NRL rookie set to replace him in the no. 1 jumper at the Eels.
Pat Carrigan is officially off the market with the love-struck Broncos star rekindling his romance with Channel 9 journalist Bronte Gildea.
The 2025 season is expected to see a number of new sharpshooters take control of the kicking tee across the NRL, we breakdown the goalkicking depth at every club.
Check out the hulking young metre-eaters storming the NRL and turning the conventional wisdom that props are like fine wines which require time to reach their full potential on its head.
The fallout from Broncos star Ezra Mam’s car crash shame has taken another twist with the wreckage from the shocking incident set to go under the hammer. SEE THE PHOTOS
Australia coach Mal Meninga has revealed his unique Kangaroos UK tour plan which will revive an old-fashioned tradition, include an extra Test and a historic training camp in the UAE.
The brand new Flex position has arrived for 2025 and here are the numbers that show how SuperCoaches are using it to their advantage.
A Brisbane young gun has suffered a serious setback with the boom hooker set to miss the start of the new premiership — and potentially the entire season — as he fights for his Broncos future.
Brisbane’s most hotly-contested positional battle has seen its first casualty, with the Broncos grand final rake on the move to the English Super League.
Parramatta star recruit Josh Addo-Carr has opened up about his dramatic Bulldogs exit, revealing he still feels a deep connection to the Belmore club but has ‘moved on’.
Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett has revealed when Latrell Mitchell will make his return, as the Rabbitohs star shows off his career-best physique. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Christian Welch has opened up on the debilitating injuries that forced him into retirement, while Melbourne have presented the NRL with a bulging medical report as they attempt to free up his $600,000 salary.
There were fears the NRL’s Perth expansion deal was on the brink of collapse. But Peter V’landys is confident the WA Government will make good on three key ARLC requests.
It’s arguably the biggest selection question facing SuperCoaches in 2025 – which McLean brother takes Penrith’s vacant left wing spot? Coach Ivan Cleary has had his say.
Wests Tigers fans will be forced to wait another week to see Jarome Luai in action, while Des Hasler will play a highly-rated teen halfback for the Titans as the Pre-season Challenge continues. FULL TEAMS
Canterbury star Holli Wheeler has spoken for the first time since the sudden departure of head coach Blake Cavallaro, revealing how Bulldogs boss Phil Gould galvanised the squad.
Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has rested Adam Reynolds for the club’s opening Pre-season Challenge fixture, leaving the Broncos to field a makeshift halves pairing. SEE THE TEAMS
Melbourne have had furtive talks with the NRL over the future of Christian Welch as a back problem and another concussion threaten to force the former Origin forward into early retirement.
Canberra, Cronulla and the Warriors will be confronted with a unique problem in their Round 1 clashes. BRENT READ explains how they will prepare for what awaits them at Allegiant Stadium. WATCH THE VIDEO
The Sharks are facing a fierce battle to retain Tom Hazelton, with Sydney derby foes the Dragons launching a million dollar poaching bid for Cronulla’s cult hero.
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