‘I’ve got the dog in me, brah’: Humble Luai ready for Origin shot
Jarome Luai completed his first training session for NSW ahead of game two – and you would never have known the Tigers co-captain had ever been missing, writes Michael Carayannis.
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Man charged for alleged death threats to NRL player
New South Wales police have charged a man for allegedly sending death threats and abusive messages to Newcastle winger James Schiller.
‘Not sure what the idea is’: Rival hammers Slater’s Origin selections
Queensland coach Billy Slater has been called out by a club rival following one contentious change to the Maroons backline for Origin II.
Tragedy to triumph: The family pain that forged Kalyn Ponga
Ahead of a return ‘home’ for State of Origin II, Kalyn Ponga’s father Andre reveals the family tragedy that that became a seminal moment in the Maroons fullback’s developmental years.
The one NSW player you don’t want to have a blue with
There are two things which can get the NRL’s quiet guy Dylan Edwards yapping – beers and missed tackles. Fatima Kdouh lifts the lid on what makes the NSW star tick – and why you don’t want to tick him off.
Cops charge fan who invaded pitch to ‘hug’ Daly Cherry-Evans
A man will front the courts after allegedly invading the pitch and grabbing axed Maroons skipper Daly Cherry-Evans in a bizarre ending to Friday night’s Titans-Manly game. See the video here.
‘Tough’: Cherry-Evans breaks silence on axing, Roosters rumours
Daly Cherry-Evans admits being axed from the Queensland Origin team was ‘tough’, amid speculation his mooted move to the Roosters could collapse.
Maroons prepare for most-anticipated kick-off in Origin history
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated kick-offs in State of Origin history with a Queensland training session revealing the direction they intend to launch the football in Game 2.
Australia’s oldest-living Kangaroo dies aged 94
Newtown and NSW player and Australia’s first captain-coach Dick Poole passed away surrounded by family at his Ashfield nursing home.
Luai swings into Origin camp
Armed with golf clubs and GoPros, Blues players hit the golf course on their day off, with Jarome Luai wasting little time showing Queensland what they’ll be in for. SEE THE PHOTOS.
‘I have to stop him’: Toia’s pledge to topple Trell
Impressive Maroons rookie Robert Toia might hero worship his NSW opposite number Latrell Mitchell, but once the game starts he says he’ll do whatever it takes to stop the Blues star.
More shattering news for Moses after Origin II blow
News gets worse for Parramatta, the Blues and Mitchell Moses after injury ruled the half out of State of Origin II in Perth. But privately there is hope.
Watch: The moment Daley axed Luai from Origin
This is the moment that Jarome Luai was told he’d lost the NSW No. 6 jersey. What he did next speaks to the leader that the Blues’ pantomime villain has become.
‘Create havoc’: Carrigan responds to shock Maroons benching
Pat Carrigan’s demotion from the Maroons’ starting line-up came amid criticism Queensland’s forwards were soft in game one. See how he’s responded to his surprise relegation.
Daley’s cheeky Luai joke that will annoy Maroons to no end
Eight months after sealing their fourth premiership with the Panthers, Batman and Robin are back together again. And it’s a decision that could annoy Queensland more than any other, writes DAVID RICCIO.
Broncos rocked by tragic death of fan at Suncorp Stadium
The Broncos were left shocked after one of their most passionate supporters died in the stands of Suncorp Stadium just moments before kick-off in their match against the Titans.
The Maroons blunder that is now etched in Origin folklore
The Maroons have had their courage questioned in a way no other Queensland side have before, writes MATTY JOHNS, which is why NSW would be foolish to not expect a fight in Origin II.
Sharks return to form after second half blitz buries Dragons
After a couple of uninspiring weeks, along with a first half that left plenty to be desired, the Sharks responded to their doubters with an emphatic second half performance to silence the Dragons.
Watch: Luai arrives at NSW camp, ready to ‘repay faith’ after recall
Jarome Luai is back in blue, with the Tigers star rushed into NSW camp after after a shattered Mitch Moses was ruled out of Origin II. Watch as Luai speaks for the first time since his surprise Blues recall.
Gould fronts Bulldogs players to stave off Galvin concerns
Bulldogs football boss Phil Gould made an impromptu visit to Belmore to address Canterbury’s playing group amid fears the mid-season arrival of Lachlan Galvin could derail the club’s premiership aspirations.
Damage control: Broncos hire crisis expert to protect club’s brand
The Broncos have moved to protect the club and its brand following a series of ugly headlines over the last 18 months, hiring one of the country’s most experienced spin doctors.
Late Mail: Knights, Roosters cop double blow
Sydney Roosters star Sam Walker has suffered another major injury setback, while their opponents the Newcastle Knights have lost one of their key attacking weapons. Update mail here.
$2m cross-code raid: Cashed-up rugby clubs launch Ponga pursuit
Kalyn Ponga is in demand for a lucrative overseas code switch, with European rugby clubs looking to poach the Knights and Maroons star for a move that could see him earn north of $2m annually.
‘The players don’t run this club’: Broncos boss blasts Reece rumours
Brisbane legend Gorden Tallis last week gave the club an uppercut by claiming Reece Walsh runs the Broncos. Now Brisbane boss Dave Donaghy has hit back at suggestions player power reigns at Red Hill.
Mastermind’s Last Word: The week of the Dragon slayer
The NRL SuperCoach Mastermind gives his last word on tactics for round 15, Nicho’s amazing numbers + the full SuperCoach watchlist.
Watch: The teenage superstars destined for NRLW greatness
Some have ties to some of the biggest names in rugby league, others are playmaking whiz kids at the centre of code tug-of-wars – PAMELA WHALEY profiles some of the best athletes in Australian and New Zealand sport.
Origin back-up rater: Perth travel creates SuperCoach carnage
State of Origin 2 takes place in Perth next week which will make it tough for many players to back up. But plenty are still rated decent chances.
‘Not on the outer’: Mahoney agent hits out at fall guy claims
Reed Mahoney’s agent has denied suggestions the Bulldogs hooker is on the nose at Belmore, insisting it “couldn’t be further from the truth” that the club is showing him the door after signing Lachlan Galvin. SPORT CONFIDENTIAL
Cut or move? The five Bulldogs in limbo after Galvin signing
Lachlan Galvin’s debut was certainly a hit, but it left many questions unanswered. FATIMA KDOUH analyses where the logjam of playmaking talent fits at Belmore.
‘There is a rat’: Maroons on alert after damning leaks
The whispers of Daly Cherry-Evans’ axing were almost instantaneous following Queensland’s Game I disaster – and it’s led to warnings of coach Billy Slater having a “rat” in Camp Maroon.
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