R18 QLD team of the week: DCE’s Maroons successor
Billy Slater has a ready-made Maroons halfback when the union of Daly Cherry-Evans and Cameron Munster is broken up by injury or the retirement of Cherry-Evans.
Cowboys
Record Wests Tigers loss exposes deep damage to game
The depths of Wests Tigers’ problems is doing untold damage to the NRL and rugby league as a whole.
88-year massacre rewrites NRL record books
The North Queensland Cowboys have exacted revenge on the Wests Tigers with the “most lopsided, one-way traffic” games ever seen.
‘Dreadful’: NRL heavyweights fall to pieces
South Sydney were on top of the ladder just six weeks ago but the NRL powerhouse has been left in ruins after another shock thrashing.
‘Get them on a drip’: Hospital call for Cowboys Origin stars
Former Maroons backrower Coen Hess has revealed the biggest threat to North Queensland’s State of Origin champions backing up against the Rabbitohs.
Maroon minnows: Incredible stats behind QLD Origin history
Despite only having one fifth of the NRL talent to choose from, Queensland is on the verge of back-to-back State of Origin series wins. Check out every eligible Queensland NRL player here.
Panthers stunned in 70-year NRL first
The Cowboys have kept their finals hopes alive after their star fullback scored a miracle try to pull off a thrilling win over Penrith.
Lodge lifeline: Unwanted Chook meets rival NRL coach
SPORT CONFIDENTIAL: The head coach of a struggling Sydney club has held talks with Matt Lodge with the former Broncos bad boy forced out of the Roosters at season’s end.
Revealed: 50 QCup guns to watch in 2023
From veterans to rookies, here are 50 Queensland rugby league guns to watch in the 2023 QCup. SEE THE FULL LIST
Cotter reveals hi-tech secret weapon behind rapid recovery
Maroons ironman Reuben Cotter has decided whether to back up for the Cowboys four days after a herculean 80-minute shift in the Queensland back-row.
‘I couldn’t breathe’: NRL star’s terrifying injury
A North Queensland hard man has opened up on the serious throat injury that left him struggling to breathe and sidelined him for two months.
‘Is that what it’s come to?’: NRL’s lost the plot
The Parramatta Eels have held off a valiant North Queensland side but it wasn’t without a massive call that left fans scratching their heads.
Maroons hero ready to replicate incredible debut
Maroons star Reuben Cotter could be thrust back into the starting team for Queensland, as Billy Slater considers shaking up his team before kick-off.
Major injury blow after huge loss
North Queensland’s hopes of bouncing back from last week’s horror show have taken a hit with one of their stars officially ruled out of Friday’s game against the Eels.
Talk of the Town: The hardest column I’ve ever had to write
Cowboys co-captain Chad Townsend unpacked the team’s shock defeat to the Tigers with honesty and vulnerability, sharing insight into the road ahead for North Queensland in the NRL.
Records tumble in historic bloodbath
NRL fans will need some time to lift their jaws of the floor after one of the all-time drubbings came from the most unexpected of sources.
Cowboys star to return after huge court win
The Cowboys have added Luciano Leilua to their team list for Saturday night’s game after domestic violence charges against him were dropped by police.
NRL ‘absolutely staggered’ by coach’s call
Dragons talisman Ben Hunt’s 300th game did not go to plan after a single play appeared to put his side to the sword in brutal fashion.
Seibold’s Sea Eagles in danger of imploding
Anthony Seibold’s Manly tenure started with so much promise yet is in danger of imploding after less than three months of the season. Paul Crawley explains why in Crawley Files.
Magic Round review: Phins Up, flops, hip drops
REPORT CARD: With another Magic Round in the books, we run the rule over what worked – what didn’t – and who made the most of the biggest weekend on the rugby league calendar.
‘I’ll crack him’: Fiery reaction to high shot
Roosters enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves was involved in a heated war of words with Cowboys prop Jamayne Taunoa-Brown over a high tackle.
Sport Con: Coach confirms interest in rejuvenated star
A coach has confirmed his club’s interest in an ageing star who has enjoyed a career rennaisance. Check out the latest NRL news in Sport Confidential.
150k fans to descend on Cauldron as Magic Round officially a sellout
All three days of Brisbane’s carnival of rugby league are a sellout, with a record total crowd of 150,000 expected over the weekend.
Sport Con: NRL clubs to force historic Q Cup change
Queensland is set to unveil two “new” rugby league teams, great news for the Broncos bravest fan and more in this week’s Sport Confidential.
Star ‘lucky’ not to break leg in NRL drama
The NRL world is once again trying to get its head around the hip-drop tackle after an incident in which a star was ‘lucky not to sustain a broken leg’.
Cowboys premiership hero inducted into club Hall of Fame
The Cowboys legend is the fifth player in the club’s 28 year history to receive the honour. Read his reaction to the honour and see the full list of club Hall of Famers.
Bennett faces toughest test as Dolphins demolished
Wayne Bennett is facing the toughest test of his 40-year coaching career after his Dolphins were completely outclassed in their first full strength appearance.
Market Watch: Tigers star makes call on NRL future
Wests Tigers star Adam Doueihi has made a call on his future, which could have a massive impact the clubs’ pursuit of Mitchell Moses. See the latest transfer news.
Nanai, Sua’ali’i, Ponga: Ranking the richest teen deals in NRL history
The fight for elite young talent has sent NRL salaries skyrocketing. These teens have cashed in on the most lucrative contracts ever seen for players for their age.
Inaugural Dolphins fullback Tabuai-Fidow eyes a return to Origin
The man set to be christened as the Dolphins fullback in their inaugural NRL campaign has his sights set on a return to the Origin cauldron.
Raw, unfiltered: Jeremiah Nanai on why he’s staying with Cowboys
Jeremiah Nanai has given his first interview since becoming the NRL’s latest millionaire three days before his 20th birthday. Read the full transcript.
Qld’s next Origin stars? 30 teens earmarked for the Maroons
Who are the 30 teen league players identified as Queensland’s next Origin stars? We give an insight into every member of the state under-19 squad here.
NRL spine rater: Why only two teams score maximum points
The experts have allocated only two NRL clubs a maximum 10 of out 10 when it comes to power through the spine. Did they get it right? Have your say.
Part II: Coaches praise Gould’s Bulldogs roster revolution
Rugby league’s sharpest minds have praised the Bulldogs’ roster rebuild, but are split on who should have final say on recruitment. See part two of the News Corp’s NRL coaches’ survey.
Cowboys trio named in Queensland Emerging Origin squad
Former Cowboys Young Guns coach Ben Jeffries said the local trio had earned their chances to take on New South Wales later this season.
Meet 28 gun Queensland league rookies set for the NRL
These 28 uncapped Queensland NRL rookies are gearing up to have a chance at a shot in the big time this season. Read here who you simply must know about ahead of the 2023 campaign.
Cowboys legend denied All Stars role on cultural grounds
The cultural background of a former Cowboys and Queensland Origin star has robbed him of a cherished coaching opportunity.
How Cowboys convinced young gun to quit Broncos
He’s the best young forward in Queensland, and he’s about to walk out on the Broncos. Find out how North Queensland landed one of the hottest prospects in the country.
Cairns junior set for first Cowboys start
Former Cairns junior Robert Derby will wear a Cowboys jersey for the first time in a game when the NRL club takes on NRL newcomers the Dolphins at Barlow Park next month.
How Storm will recover from Dolphins raid
After having their forward stocks pilfered by the Dolphins, the Storm have spots up for grabs. But who will Craig Bellamy hand a starting jersey to? Key positional battles at each club.
Can Titans correct horror recruitment blunders?
The Titans have made moves to turn things around after a disastrous fall down the ladder, but will it be enough? Check out our deep dive of the Gold Coast’s 2023 hopes.
The quiz question that splits NRL boffins
Are you the ultimate rugby league nerd? Take on Fox Sports Lab NRL expert statistician Aaron Wallace in his impossibly hard rugby league quiz.
Download now: Your club-by-club NRL 2023 draw poster
The draw for the 2023 NRL season has been released and we have created a club by club poster, plus the full schedule. Download them now!
Revealed: Contract situations smart clubs can exploit
Huge uncertainty for one club may bring about a big opportunity for rivals. See the biggest contract questions facing every NRL team heading into 2023.
Best NRL stars to buy Xmas video messages from
Need an idea for a late Christmas present for a loved one? Why not spoil them with a message from their favourite NRL star? Here’s what it will cost you and how to order.
NRL casualty ward: May day for injured Roosters
As NRL clubs return to training a host of talent remain with the rehabilitation group. YOUR CLUB’S CASUALTY WARD HERE
NRL great Thurston’s surprise new title
NRL and North Queensland Cowboys legend Johnathan Thurston is still busy winning awards, long after his rugby league career is over.
’I have more in my favour than other wingers’: Cowboy’s big call
Cowboys winger Laitia Moceidreke is determined to force his way into the North Queensland starting side this season, and he has the extraordinary physical gifts to do it. Find out how:
The two Qld coaches fighting for their futures
The 2023 season is sure to be a make or break one for two coaches of Queensland based NRL clubs. We reveal the state power rankings ahead of the upcoming season.
Cordner’s 20-year primary school sport record
Boyd Cordner has done it all in rugby league but there’s a special record that must sit high in the former Roosters captain’s estimations. Buzz Rothfield’s highlights and lowlights.
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