NRL defends bunker’s no try call
The NRL has ticked off a crucial Bunker call which cost the Dragons a try, but they admit the officials have to make one major change to avoid more controversy.
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‘Absolutely ridiculous’: Dragons coach fumes
Interim Dragons coach Ryan Carr was fuming at the Bunker over several contentious calls in his side’s narrow loss to the Manly Sea Eagles.
Bulldogs bound? Taukeiaho opens up on NRL return
Sio Siua Taukeiaho has confirmed he will be leaving the Super League at season’s end to revive his NRL career next year. Read the full interview
Soward blows up over disrespectful act
Jamie Soward was ready to discuss his side’s NRLW loss to the Knights on Saturday. Only problem was, there was no one there to ask him any questions.
No points for ‘having a crack’ for lowly Tigers
The Tigers can’t be accused of not trying in the ‘Spoon Bowl’ against the Dragons, but there’s no points for trying in this league, and a second successive wooden spoon awaits.
‘Don’t need Ben’: Titans urged to stop Hunt for star
Wantaway Dragons star Ben Hunt is being strongly linked with a move to be the halfback at the Titans next year. The club has been told they’ve already got a Ben Hunt in their line-up.
Flanagan eyes top Dog as first big signing target
Fresh from making an approach to St George Illawarra prodigal son Dean Young to be his assistant, Shane Flanagan has set his sights on his first player target.
Sport Con: Maroons lock-in at notorious Queensland night club
No trip to Cairns is complete without a visit to notorious night spot Gilligan’s and the Maroons visit to FNQ was no exception.
Buzz: Gould snubs generous ‘Spudd’ Carroll offer
NSW Blues and Manly legend Mark Carroll has joined the long list of those ‘blocked’ by Bulldogs head of football Phil Gould. It’s all in Saint, Sinner, Shoosh.
Matty Johns says what every fan is thinking
Matthew Johns has declared enough is enough at the Dragons – calling for the club to finally fix a situation that just keeps getting worse.
Fans all say same thing as Hunt goes missing
Dragons fans have been as ruthless as the Sharks after the record drubbing in Cronulla turned the spotlight right back on Ben Hunt.
Key Dragons staffer quits as bloodletting begins
A respected St George Illawarra staff member has handed in his resignation after reports the club was in negotiations to replace him in 2024.
Fresh twist in Hunt saga after Dragons meeting
Ben Hunt has broken bread with new Dragons coach Shane Flanagan, as an NRL heavyweight pulled out of the race for the halfback.
Broncos make premiership-defining Ben Hunt call
Brisbane chief executive Dave Donaghy confirmed the club contacted the Dragons about securing immediate transfer deal for Ben Hunt to return.
Flanagan reveals how he cleared the air with Hunt
A truce has been declared in the war between Ben Hunt and the Dragons, but neither party is happy for the status quo to continue for much longer.
Ben Hunt learns fate after release request
Ben Hunt has received some bad news on Monday morning, just hours after news of his potential mid-season move to an NRL heavyweight emerged.
Dragons: Flanagan’s two new targets identified
Shane Flanagan is putting his stamp on the St George Illawarra Dragons – informing one veteran he will not be required in 2024 and reshaping his support staff.
Free to leave: Titans’ ruthless move to land Ben Hunt
He was pencilled in as the club’s long-term playmaker in last season’s review, but Gold Coast’s relentless pursuit of Ben Hunt is set to force the prodigious talent out of the club.
Signing stunner: Broncos poised to poach Hunt from Dragons
Ben Hunt could be playing for the Broncos as early as next week as the path is cleared for the Maroons star to make a stunning return to Brisbane.
Ben Hunt in awkward presser moment
Dragons star Ben Hunt has addressed his dramatic move to leave the club after Friday night’s 48-18 loss to the New Zealand Warriors.
‘It’s over’: Writing on the wall in Hunt saga
As St George Illawarra continue to cling to their wantaway star as a shock suitor joins the chase, it appears already it will be a fruitless endeavour.
‘No way’: Controversial NRL truth laid bare
The Warriors have been awarded a try that had shades of Valentine Holmes’ controversial try for Queensland on Wednesday.
Titans defend Holbrook axing, pursuit of Hunt
The Gold Coast Titans CEO has revealed why the club dumped Justin Holbrook, while defending its pursuit of contracted Dragons star Ben Hunt.
‘Priority is to come home’: Hunt breaks silence on NRL future
Ben Hunt has opened up on his NRL future ahead of crisis talks with the Dragons — and the Maroons star is determined to head home to Queensland.
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.
NRL Agenda: Exiled star who can ignite Dragons’ season
Anthony Griffin has made several questionable calls as he looks to fix up the Dragons – but reversing this one could revive their flagging season.
Dragons put coach out of his misery
St George Illawarra has reportedly pulled the trigger on embattled coach Anthony Griffin with the club falling further into disarray.
How Munster call triggered Bellamy’s retirement backflip
Craig Bellamy has ended months-long speculation about his coaching future at the Storm – and revealed it was the actions of star five-eighth that dragged him back from retirement.
Buzz: What’s behind Dragons’ staggering Hunt snub?
Rival clubs will be sniffing around Ben Hunt, after Dragons officials snubbed his 300-game celebration dinner and refused to explain why, writes PHIL ROTHFIELD. See all the Round 11 highs and lows.
Ex-Wallabies coach in wild link to Dragons
Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika is preparing for the 2023 Rugby World Cup — but he may be set for a crazy career change.
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.
Slater: Why I turned down Dragons coaching job
Maroons coach Billy Slater insists he never considered taking on the top job at St George Illawarra, reaffirming his commitment to Queensland and revealing his plans for the future.
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.
Qld rookies ready to make Raiders’ top side
Could a Queensland teenager be a long-term solution in helping the Canberra Raiders fill the void left by departing champion Jack Wighton?
Private talks that hold key to Ryles’ coaching future
With the Sydney Roosters standing in the way of St George Illawarra’s top coaching target, Trent Robinson has given a hint to talks inside the Bondi club.
Star backflips after ‘upsetting’ Dragons fans
Dragons star Jack Bird has revealed why he said his team’s fans don’t “know too much about footy” in a shock swipe amid criticism of his coach.
‘Six figures’: Wild twist in Dragons coach race
The Roosters are seeking a big pay out as the Dragons’ coaching saga took a wild twist as the under-fire club found their man.
NRL great ‘can’t believe’ star blasted own fans
The Dragons’ current crisis has seemingly taken a surprise turn after former Origin star Jack Bird took aim at his club’s own fans.
Bird lashes Channel 9 reporter over contract claims
Jack Bird has gone on the attack, singling out a well-known journalist and claiming that he is peddling a false story about the star wanting out of the Dragons.
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.
The Agenda: Phins show Knights how to do bye round
The Dolphins, on a Magic Round high, have used their bye round to travel – but they won’t be on a plane to Bali. This is the NRL Agenda.
‘Near miracle’: Chaotic scenes stun NRL
The Wests Tigers have gone back-to-back in one of the wildest finishes of the season, denying a Dragons miracle in incredible scenes.
‘I don’t like playing there’: Will Hunt call be end of Griffin?
Ben Hunt has revealed his reaction to Anthony Griffin’s St George Illawarra shake-up, which includes a big switch the Dragons captain has denied he is “reluctant” to make.
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.
The only man who can save Dragons from disaster
As St George Illawarra lurches from one issue to the next, Brent Read names the man who can help fix the Dragons for good. Find out why they need him and the changes in store.
Dragons star sensationally axed, left furious
Dragons coach Anthony Griffin has dropped a bomb with strike centre Zac Lomax axed as part of a team shake-up.
Sloan horror show exposes hypocrisy of Griffin hit squad
Lazy critics used Anthony Griffin’s decision to drop Tyrell Sloan last year as proof he had fallen out with their emerging talent. Now it’s been proven an act of kindness, PAUL KENT writes.
‘Answered that’: Coach reply says it all
Another brutal, heartbreaking Dragons loss has not changed a thing for the side, with its captain facing the question everyone has already asked.
Dogs break silence on Flanagan exit rumour
Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo has broken his silence on reports the Sea Eagles were going to swoop in to nab out of favour half Kyle Flanagan.
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