NRL’s kamikaze warrior needs to be saved from himself
Immortal Andrew Johns believes the tough Roosters forward Victor Radley needs to be saved from himself after suffering a seventh concussion in four years.
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Buzz’s lowlights: Ex-NRL centre’s reckless ‘dog shot’ on young rival
Former Manly Sea Eagles centre Alfred Smalley is facing a significant suspension for a shocking high-shot that knocked out Warriors star Taine Tuaupiki. WATCH the footage in Buzz’s highlights and lowlights.
Bulldogs star suffers scary neck injury after lightning pauses play
South Sydney Rabbitohs’ clash against Canterbury was sensationally suspended due to dangerous conditions at Homebush, while a star winger sent a scare through the Bulldogs. FOLLOW LIVE
Gould lobs ‘mind games’ grenade into Maroons camp
NSW’s greatest coach Phil Gould has lobbed a grenade at Queensland’s besieged forward pack, predicting an under pressure Billy Slater will pull an 11th-hour selection switch.
Early Mail: Sticky’s son gets his NRL shot for Canberra
Jed Stuart is poised to make his NRL debut for the Raiders, 37 years after his legendary father Ricky wore the famous lime green jersey for the first time. Plus, Dolphins enforcer Felise Kaufusi faces a stint on the sideline. ROUND 16 NEWS
Young plays as a Rooster, wakes up a Knight
The bizarre world of the rugby league transfer market was in full swing this weekend, with Dom Young playing as a Rooster before waking up on Sunday morning as a Newcastle Knight.
Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Bulldogs stockpile next-gen stars
Fresh from signing Michael Ennis’ son, the Bulldogs have nabbed another former legend’s offspring. Plus, Yvonne Sampson and Chris O’Keefe reveal their big news and more in Saint, Sinner, Shoosh.
Transfer target: The player your club needs before window slams shut
The June 30 deadline is looming and several clubs have holes to fill in their rosters. We reveal the gaps – and potential solutions – at every club.
‘A lot of people have a lot to say’: Walsh hits back at Broncos critics
Rugby league is a results based business, and Reece Walsh knows the Broncos have not been delivering where it matters – but the superstar has a message for the doubters, and the fans.
‘I needed help’: Cameron Munster’s tell-all interview
New Maroons skipper Cameron Munster opens up about his reformation from wild-child larrikin to Queensland leader – and the stint in a Brisbane rehab clinic that saved his life.
Dolphins charge into top eight after Cowboys demolition
Four tries to Jack Bostock helped the Dolphins run away with a 58-4 mauling of the Cowboys in North Queensland, with the rampant Redcliffe side set to finish the weekend inside the top eight.
What’s the Buzz: Nine’s shock price for SBW-Gallen fight
Ticket sales have been slow for the Sonny Bill Williams-Paul Gallen fight, with Channel Nine asking fans to pay the same price as Main Event are for the world title fight between Tim Tzsyu and Sebastian Fundora, reveals PHIL ROTHFIELD.
Reynolds rejects lucrative Tigers deal to stay loyal to Broncos
Broncos veteran Adam Reynolds has taken the extraordinary step of giving up almost $1 million by knocking back a lucrative offer from the Wests Tigers to remain in Brisbane.
How journalist helped Origin star say goodbye to dying mother
News Corp writer Peter Badel was taken aback when Kurt Mann approached him for a heartfelt hug and sincere thank you. It was a moment five years in the making, as without Badel, Mann wouldn’t have been with his mother for her final days.
NRL market watch: Ex-Bears coach to be Meninga’s successor
The Bears are set to make two crucial appointments, including a former Bears and current Penrith assistant.
$90k sacrifice: Origin star reveals why he quit Queensland
Titans star AJ Brimson has explained his reasons for quitting Queensland State of Origin selection and switching Test allegiances to England.
‘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.
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.
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