Hasler goes ‘nuclear’ as call divides NRL
The NRL world has been split after the Gold Coast Titans were denied a try and a chance to take the lead late in their loss to the Knights.
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Des unloads as Bunker drama costs Titans in Magic Round thriller
Titans coach Des Hasler has blasted the Bunker after his side were controversially denied victory, while NSW coach Michael Maguire was dealt another injury blow.
Bombshell theory as Ponga storm explodes
New details have emerged in the NRL’s investigation into Newcastle’s potential salary cap breach with an explosive Kalyn Ponga claim made.
NRL investigating Ponga third-party deal
The NRL is investigating a potential breach of the salary cap over a third-party deal involving Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga.
‘Origin is a goal’: Dominant Best gunning for Blues jersey
With the NSW selection race blown wide open, Knights star Bradman Best put his hand up for another call up, laying on a clinic for the Knights and signalling his intent to Michael Maguire.
‘1-on-1 steal’ leaves NRL in hysterics
Eagle-eyed NRL fans have been left in hysterics after Tigers forward Alex Twal executed one of the smoothest moves you’ll see on a footy field.
Market Watch: Gagai the latest to reject Roosters
The Roosters are still on the hunt for backline talent after Dane Gagai turned the glamour club down, while a young Eel has opted to test the market in 2025. See the latest transfer news.
D-Day arrives with Gagai looking at new club
Queensland legend Dane Gagai is weighing up a two-year deal with a rival NRL club with Newcastle in danger of losing the veteran.
‘Trained to fall’: NRL created a monster
A second half obstruction decision has cost the Warriors dearly in Newcastle and exposed an farce the NRL has brought upon itself.
Penalty try drama leaves NRL in disbelief
The New Zealand Warriors have been denied a penalty try in a moment that has left commentators — and a coach — utterly perplexed.
‘Couldn’t have scripted it any better’: Armstrong delighted after dream NRL debut
Nine minutes was all it took for Newcastle Knights young gun David Armstrong to put the NRL world on notice as he crossed over for a dream try on debut. Hear from the debutant himself after an incredible performance.
Buzz: Hetherington breaks silence on Mahoney tunnel altercation
Knights forward Jack Hetherington has broken his silence on the Accor Stadium tunnel altercation with Reed Mahoney, expressing his regret and insisting he has matured, writes Phil Rothfield.
REVEALED: Emotional moment father found out his son was making NRL debut
In a moment which will live with him forever, Newcastle Knights fullback David Armstrong’s dad reveals the moment he found out his son would make his NRL debut.
Fight Knight: Newcastle duo engage in training stoush
The Newcastle Knights are attempting to downplay a training session scuffle between firebrand playmaker Jackson Hastings and import Will Pryce.
Rookie from remote NSW-QLD border town could replace Ponga
David Armstrong hails from a tiny town with less than 1,000 people. And with the Knights’ season on the line he could be given the job of replacing Newcastle superstar Kalyn Ponga.
Head knocks and heartache: Truth behind Kalyn Ponga’s rise
The infamous toilet cubicle incident and a series of head knocks added more layers of intrigue to a NRL player who continues to amaze fans. This is the story of Kalyn Ponga’s rise.
Hetherington faces ban for tunnel altercation
The match review committee has released its findings into a bizarre tunnel altercation, with Jack Hetherington and Reed Mahoney both charged.
SC winners and losers: Nicho’s big ton, fresh Ponga woes
Just about every Cronulla Sharks player had a blinder in a points-fest, but the big talking point out of today’s games is the fresh injury to Kalyn Ponga.
Sin binned stars involved in explosive tunnel altercation
The NRL will investigate an incident involving Jack Hetherington and Reed Mahoney after both were sent to the sin bin the dying stages of the Bulldogs’ thumping of the Knights. WATCH HERE
Superstar injured in Roosters’ upset win
A star Knight battled a worrying injury for large parts of the game as the Roosters clung on for an upset victory on Thursday.
Truth behind NRL interview drama emerges
Knights centre Bradman Best has responded to the swirling drama surrounding his interview with a Channel 9 star.
Ch9 star shuts down player’s kiss on air
Newcastle weapon Bradman Best’s face said it all as he swooped in for a kiss with a Channel 9 star after his team’s big win.
Refreshed Hastings returns swinging after NSW Cup demotion
After a week of negative headlines, Jackson Hastings put his fingers to his ears and let his footy do the talking, saying his demotion to reserve grade was the kick-along he needed to return to his best.
‘How on earth’: Freak NRL act blows minds
Zac Lomax has dominated the headlines angling to get out of the Dragons but the star has produced one of the jawdropping moments of the season.
O’Brien explains halves merry-go-round
The Knights will turn to their third halves pairing in five weeks as they look to recapture the attacking potency that carried them to the second week of the finals last year.
NRL 2024 draw: Blockbuster grand final rematch locked in
The Broncos will get an early chance to exact some revenge for their heartbreaking grand final defeat to the Panthers. See when the heavyweights clash for the first time in 2024.
100m in 9.68secs: NRL’s fastest man could be Olympic threat
Phil Gould once called Josh Addo-Carr the fastest man on the planet. But, these exclusive stats reveal which NRL star would really be a contender for that crown. See the exclusive top 20 here.
Tigers prop shocks speedsters: every NRL club’s fastest players
Just two forwards made the list of the top three fastest players at every NRL club in 2023. See the incredible results from the official GPS tracking data for the NRL.
New Knights reveal plan to win over fans
They may have lost Dom Young but the Knights have two new UK stars, with Kai Pearce-Paul and Will Pryce already in love with Newcastle and ready to win over the club’s passionate fans.
Coach stunned by star’s Jillaroos omission
She’s been the most exciting playmaker in the NRLW over the past two seasons, and questions are being asked why she wasn’t picked to play for Australia.
The man inspiring Indigenous coaches
He’s one of the most decorated coaches in NRLW history, and Ronald Griffiths has now set his sights on the NRL.
Blackhawks bring Newcastle Knights forward home to NQ
A former Queensland U19s backrower has signed on to join the Blackhawks’ Queensland Cup revival after 12 months with the Newcastle Knights.
Will NRL top 8 be great again? Locks, drops, shocks in 2024
We analysed the bottom nine, but now it’s time to predict which teams in the top eight will be great again, and who is in danger of slipping out of NRL finals contention in 2024.
‘Very disrespected’: Hastings hits back at critics
Polarising Newcastle halfback Jackson Hastings opens up on the Knights, serious injuries and the criticism that seems to follow him.
NRL Burning Issues: Time to show who runs the Rabbitohs
South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou is under the pump this off-season as he attempts to unite a fractured club, and show he’s in control of some big personalities.
‘Just went bang’: NRL star rushed to hospital
The Sydney Roosters’ key recruit is in the UK battling a ‘frightening’ infection that spread to his brain.
Overhaul: NRL clubs could seal radical sin-bin change
The NRL has consulted several club bosses and commentators about two alternative changes to the sin-bin rule to combat foul play in 2024.
Globetrotters: Where NRL stars are holidaying this off-season
From Japan to the Netherlands, Hawaii and Ho Chi Minh City, a host of high-profile NRL players are enjoying their off-season at all corners of the globe, with one even popping the question.
NRL 2023 crystal ball revisited: What our experts got right, wrong
From Jason Taumalolo playing Origin to Des Hasler’s shock return – we go back to see which NRL experts got their pre-season predictions right in the pre-season, and who got it wrong.
Two clubs can’t get a player in Buzz’s Top-50
Phil Rothfield has revealed his top 50 players for 2023 and two clubs can’t even get a single player on the list. See full countdown and have your say.
NRLW player ratings: Perfect 10 performance lifts Knights
The Knights secured back-to-back NRLW titles off the work of their fearless fullback. Check out every players’ rating.
Heartbreak for Titans as Knights win drama-charged NRLW grand final
Dally M medallist Tamika Upton starred in Newcastle’s nailbiting NRLW premiership win against the Gold Coast, entering the conversation as one of the all-time great female footy players.
The No.1 battle that will clinch more than grand final glory
All eyes will be on the battle between the fullbacks when the Knights and Titans fight for NRLW grand final glory, writes PAMELA WHALEY.
The honesty session that saved Newcastle
The Knights are one win away from a second NRLW title in a row, but a shock loss early in the season forced an honesty session that could have derailed their season.
Ponga reveals awkward Dally M rejection
Kalyn Ponga sealed one of the greatest Dally M Medal victories in the award’s history – now the Newcastle star has revealed how close he came to missing the whole event.
Ponga’s incredible journey to Dally M win
There were fears that Kalyn Ponga’s career was over just a few months ago but the Dally M winner revealed what sparked his stunning turnaround.
Grand final form guide: Can Knights create NRLW dynasty?
Can the Knights avoid a second half fade-out? Do Gold Coast have enough big-game experience? PAMELA WHALEY answers the biggest grand final burning questions.
Loophole allows star to avoid GF heartbreak
A Newcastle Knights star can thank an off-season rule change that means she’s free to play in the NRLW grand final.
Download your free NRL finals ‘heroes’ poster
To celebrate the run to the 2023 NRL grand final we have created a series of souvenir finals posters. Click here to download your “heroes” poster.
Origin, rep guns: Stars at your club without an NRL contract
A host of players are still fighting for their NRL futures. We take a look at who is still yet to do a deal for 2024 and where they may be headed.
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