Early Mail: Dragons to unleash new-look spine
Shane Flanagan will play his first-choice spin in the club’s opening trial match against the Roosters, while a Rabbitohs star is set to miss their pre-season games. LATEST NRL TEAM NEWS
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Broncos ‘ice’ Adam Reynolds from pre-season
Wary of exposing his skipper to high-octane collisions too soon, Brisbane coach Michael Maguire is expected to wrap Adam Reynolds in cotton wool until round one, but competition is heating up elsewhere in the team.
Sangster’s SuperCoach overhaul: SIX changes as trials transform tactics
Week one of the NRL trials taught SuperCoaches plenty and TOM SANGSTER says a new must-have has emerged.
Agents of chaos: NRL to crackdown on managers targeting teens
NRL player agents are set to be slapped with restrictions on signing teenage rugby league talent following a sweeping review into grassroots football.
Trials analysis: Early holes in NRL’s play-the-ball, offside crackdown
The NRL’s crackdown on illegal play the balls and policing of the 10-metre rule threatens to turn into a farce. Here are our major takeaways from the first week of trials as round 1 looms closer.
Haas inspired by SBW on hunt for Broncos titles
Payne Haas has declared himself a certain starter for round one as Brisbane’s superstar prop revealed how the help of Sonny Bill Williams has him primed to spearhead a Broncos title dynasty.
Ponga opens up on Kangaroos snub, Maori All Stars return
Kalyn Ponga has opened up on his infamous controversial decision to withdraw from Kangaroos selection, insisting he has buried the hatchet with Mal Meninga, as he prepares to represent the Maori All Stars.
Foxtel’s promise to footy fans: nothing will change
Foxtel Group has assured sports fans of a smooth transition after its blockbuster sale to DAZN, as it prepares to launch its NRL and AFL seasons.
Qld NRL clubs to hold historic junior ‘Super League’ tournament
The NRL and QRL are set to rubber-stamp a historic mini-Super League style tournament between elite junior talent from the Broncos, Dolphins, Cowboys and Titans in preparation for the National Youth Competition.
DCE makes call on NRL, Origin future as rivals circle
Queensland Maroons and Manly Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans has made a call on his State of Origin future, and revealed he has spoken with rival clubs about playing on in 2026.
Player poll video: NRL stars reveal biggest threat to Panthers dynasty
The NRL’s biggest stars have revealed their biggest threat to the premiership in 2025, while the four Las Vegas-bound representatives selected the teammate most likely to go missing in Sin City. WATCH THE VIDEO.
Bankstown boy Mailata’s story perfect for a Hollywood movie
South Sydney junior Jordan Mailata’s immense size cost him a future in rugby league. That same 203cm, 166kg frame helped Philadelphia Eagles to win Super Bowl LIX and the NRL world couldn’t be prouder.
YOUR SAY: The front-runners for NRL’s buy of the year
The player market frenzy has set-up a hotly contested field for ‘buy of the year’ honours, and former NRL star Mitchell Pearce is tipping a surprise contender to win the crown. SEE THE VOTES
Saint, Sinner, Shoosh: Hadley retirement pitches unknown into top 2GB role
An unknown host will take over the Continuous Call team on Sundays following Ray Hadley’s retirement, Kevvie Walters has vowed not to rip off fans in his return to commentary, Tom Hazelton could leave Cronulla and more in Saint, Sinner, Shoosh.
NRL teams: Cleary’s telling hint in battle of McLean brothers
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.
Matty Johns reveals bombshell coaching approach from NRL club
Matty Johns’ squillion-dollar TV contract at Fox Sports expires at the end of the footy season. And it just happens to coincide with one NRL club reaching out to gauge his interest in becoming a head coach.
The Better Half: Ricky Stuart’s wife reveals his weirdest superstition
Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield sits down with Kaylie Stuart, the wife of Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart, to talk about the rugby league legend’s weirdest superstition and beating him at golf.
Buzz’s highlights, lowlights: TV networks’ concern over Bears
The NRL has one important hurdle to overcome before introducing a Perth Bears side into an expanded competition. Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield reveals his highlights and lowlights.
Why Matt Lodge turned down $300k Dragons contract
Still clubless through the new year, Matt Lodge had all but secured a move to St George Illawarra. The 29-year-old prop reveals why he turned down the one-year deal.
SuperCoach trial wrap: The cheapies who fired and faltered
Week one of the Pre-Season Challenge is done and won with a number of young guns proving their SuperCoach worth, but even more falling flat.
WATCH: Baby Broncos blitz Bears as Madge era starts with shutout
Brisbane’s Michael Maguire era has started with a bang, with a rising star impressing as the Broncos proved too strong for the Burleigh Bears in their first pre-season trial. TRAVIS MEYN has all the trial hot takes.
WATCH: Rookie Raiders impress as Canberra survive Panthers comeback
The Raiders have invested heavily in youth and the gamble looks to be paying off, as a host of rookies impressed as Canberra held off a Panthers comeback to claim victory. MARTIN GABOR explains why a Raiders rookie will have Eels fans seething.
Cashed up Roosters fans fork out $3,300 for 2025 memberships
They’re the glamour club for a reason. In the saturated Sydney market which includes 14 sporting clubs across the three sports, the Roosters have the most expensive option of any NRL, AFL or A-League club. FULL CLUB MEMBERSHIP BREAKDOWN
The VIP lunch that could deliver a new Blues captain
At a special lunch on Friday, Ricky Stuart pulled up a seat next to Nathan Cleary. What happened next could change the course of history for NSW, writes DAVID RICCIO.
Don’t drive them out: PVL’s plea to end player abuse
ARL Commission boss Peter V’landys has revealed he fears for the welfare of Latrell Mitchell and Reece Walsh, delivered a warning to rugby union, and opened up on the future of State of Origin.
SuperCoach Draft value picks: Ultimate late-round sleepers
While most people in NRL SuperCoach Draft focus on early picks, the coaches who often go on to win leagues are those with a solid game plan for the later rounds.
What’s the Buzz: Fowler dethrones Cleary as most marketable Aussie athlete
Even before details of Sam Kerr’s drunken night was revealed this week, Matildas teammate Mary Fowler had already become the face of Australian football and our most marketable sporting star.
SuperCoach Draft rankings: Ultimate guide to win your league
The 2025 season is almost upon us, which means it’s time to assemble your league and get DRAFTING! This is your ultimate guide to the best players at every position.
North Queensland rookie is ready to take control of Cowboys
Tom Duffy may be an NRL rookie but the young playmaker is primed for the big time thanks to a patient approach by North Queensland – and some words of wisdom from a legend.
‘I dug my heels in’: The Bronco who refused to walk away
On the outer with former coach Kevin Walters, Cory Paix was told he was free to leave the Broncos, but the nuggety rake refused to walk, and now under a new coach his 526-day NRL exile looks set to end.
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