The Tackle: Huge Origin calls on young superstars
The Broncos are suddenly a hotbed of Origin talent — for both Queensland and NSW — and these are the calls that must be made, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
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Olympian’s stunning debut as Sharks step up
Former Olympic rugby sevens player Lachie Miller was the star of the show on NRL debut as the Sharks dominated the Titans.
Cobbo coup: Broncos to keep their man but there’s a catch
Teenage whiz Selwyn Cobbo will sacrifice more than $200,000 to stay loyal to his Brisbane Broncos, but the new contract of rugby league’s most in-demand player comes with a significant change.
Ex-Broncos are the NRLW’s first $100k stars
SPORT CONFIDENTIAL: Two of the Broncos biggest stars last season have become the first six-figure players in NRLW history after signing marquee deals at the cashed-up Knights.
Early Mail: Radley’s Origin dream crushed yet again
Sydney Roosters forward Victor Radley has been robbed of his State of Origin dream once again, with his injury far worse than first feared.
Dolphins star schoolboy signing among 50 players to watch
A Dolphins star schoolboy signing and a quicksilver Broncos recruit are among 50 teen league star players to watch at the state schoolboy championships.
Origin star hasn’t heard from new coach
Gold Coast Titans wrecking ball Moeaki Fotuaika hasn’t heard from the Maroons’ new coach since before the NRL season began.
Campbell’s Comeback: ‘Brilliant’ display highlights son of a gun’s importance
A Gold Coast youngster’s return from injury was measured by far more than the astounding numbers he produced. READ MORE >>
Magic moment for Titans as Isaako saves best trick for last
The Titans have breathed life back into their season after Jamayne Isaako, who had missed two field goal attempts, slid over in the corner to sink the Dragons in a golden point thriller.
Heart-wrenching gaffe in Golden Point epic
The Titans have claimed a thrilling Golden Point win over the Dragons, with this heart-wrenching error proving the game-changing moment.
Bennett eyes happy-go-lucky Bronco
Why Wayne Bennett sees value in an overlooked Bronco and the Magic Round blow landed by the Dolphins. It’s all in Sport Confidential.
Tragic Round 2.0? NRL responds to crackdown fears
The decision not to send off Jesse Ramien for his high shot last weekend has sparked concerns Magic Round could descend into another farce.
Roosters dismantle Titans in front of Mackay home crowd
The Sydney Roosters returned to form in Mackay this weekend with a 28-point thumping of the Gold Coast Titans. Read both coaches’ thoughts post match.
Why Rabbitohs made risky captaincy call
Souths coach Jason Demetriou has handed under-fire star Cody Walker the extra responsibility of captaincy following an injury setback for Cam Murray. Will the move work to reignite the team?
The Tackle: NRL shamed over send-off inconsistencies
NRL fans and experts alike are up in arms about what consitutes a sin bin and a send-off. But if you think the Jesse Ramien should’ve been marched, be careful what you wish for, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
NRL’s worst kept secret finally confirmed
NRL veteran Kieran Foran had been linked with a move to the Gold Coast Titans and on Sunday the club made his signing public.
‘Diabolical’: Titans lashed for horror show
It was a step in the right direction for the Roosters, while the Titans are staring down the barrel of another season out of the finals.
‘Heartbreak’: NRL star, Miss World split
Former Miss World Australia Courtney Thorpe and her husband have confirmed they stayed quiet about their separation until now.
‘He’s right’: Star playing with gruesome injury
Gold Coast’s Patrick Herbert will take to the field against the Sydney Roosters after being cleared to play by a specialist during the week.
Revealed: Broncos star’s incredible 600% pay rise
Court documents have revealed Broncos prop Payne Haas’ eye watering contract increase while he was still a teenager. That and plenty more in the updated Sports Confidential.
NRL rival to offer Manly veteran shock lifeline
MARKET WATCH: A salary cap squeeze is set to ring in a new era at Manly with veteran Kieran Foran likely vacating his five-eighth role – but he won’t be without a club for long.
Titans aren’t over finals heartbreak
The Titans have a chance to exorcise their qualifying final demons when they meet the Roosters on Saturday night.
Titans claim not to fear Bennett’s close ties to Fifita
The Dolphins greatest gift when it comes to recruitment is the ability of Wayne Bennett to get inside the heads of star players and that’s just where he is with David Fifita at the moment.
Heartbreaking reason behind NRL star’s sudden retirement
Million-dollar man Ash Taylor has revealed the true cause of his sudden retirement – and opened up on his rollercoaster time on the Gold Coast.
Meninga Cup Team of the Season revealed
NRL talent scouts will be salivating at the young talent on offer, with a bumper crop of top players vying for a place in our Meninga Cup under-18 rugby league team of the season. SEE WHO MADE THE TEAM
Broncos’ ‘soft’ centre rears its ugly head again
Broncos coach Kevin Walters has a few headaches to overcome after Brisbane’s playmakers bumbled their way through their trial against the Titans, while there was another big concern.
Schoolboys sensation unveiled for Broncos clash
Toby Sexton is Gold Coast’s great halfback hope, but the Titans have just as lofty expectations for another young gun who makes his senior debut tonight.
NRL wrecking ball makes full recovery
Gold Coast Titans fans were nervous when David Fifita picked up a rib injury playing for the Indigenous All Stars on Saturday night.
Why All Stars is ‘biggest game of year’
Indigenous All Stars utility Will Smith has articulated just how important the annual All Stars Match is to First Nations players.
Titans rookie cool about jumping into halfback hot seat
Toby Sexton has been entrusted with leading the Titans to back-to-back finals appearances and insists he won’t crumble under the pressure.
Free Agency rating: Parra set to plummet
The Eels got what they needed in the pre-season free agency period, but can they fill the gaps next season? We rate every club’s gains and losses.
The one thing new Gold Coast captain fears
New Titans skipper Tino Fa’asuamaleaui fears no opponent on the footy field, but his new responsibilities off of it are a concern.
‘Natural leader’: New skipper for NRL finalists
Clubs are making leadership moves before the 2022 NRL season begins and the Titans have made theirs by appointing a young gun.
NRL reinvention: Surprise switch for Bulldogs enforcer
Jack Hetherington lives his rugby league life on the edge and now he could literally be playing there as Canterbury coach Trent Barrett weighs up a move for the hardman.
Why Titans bet it all on youth
Titans coach Justin Holbrook has revealed his expectations for David Fifita in 2022 and delivering on Gold Coast’s lofty NRL premiership goals – it’s all in Coach’s Clipboard.
Queensland rookies set for NRL takeoff in 2022
We reveal 13 ripper Queensland rugby league talent set for NRL takeoff in 2022.
Captaincy mystery: Proctor reveals his stance while Tino is sidelined
Kevin Proctor has addressed speculation about his captaincy future and revealed why Tino Fa’asuamaleaui has been unsighted at training recently.
NRL pressure gauge: The half who must stamp his authority
For the Knights to be competitive this year, they will need a huge contribution from the man set to inherit the playmaker role from Mitchell Pearce. Can Jake Clifford deliver?
Packer ‘betrayal’ that broke mate’s heart in Super League war
Twenty five years ago, Channel 9 helped bring an end to a bitter war, but Kerry Packer’s secret deal left a great friend shattered. Steve Mascord reveals another infamous chapter from the Super League war in an excerpt from his book, Two Tribes.
Titans sign partner of NRL superstar as foundation netballer
The Titans fledgling netball team has unveiled its inaugural training squad with one player fans will already be familiar with from the sidelines.
Holmes’ blunt message to players amid Covid protocols
Cowboys marquee man Valentine Holmes has had his say on the tight Covid restrictions set to be in place for NRL players in 2022.
Every club’s 30-man roster: Storm struggle with suspension woes
As we reveal every club’s 30-man roster, Melbourne’s depth could seriously be tested early in the season with several stars suspended.
2022 preview: Are Titans ready to unveil try-scoring machine?
He hit a top speed of 36.5km/hr last year to become the fastest player in the Titans squad. Look out Corey Thompson and Phillip Sami, here comes 19-year-old Alofiana Khan-Pereira.
Revealed: 14 axed as Titans 2022 squad takes shape
The Titans dropped 14 players from their pre-Christmas extended squad of 50, leaving 10 players to battle for the final two Top 30 roster positions and to fill the club’s four-man development squad.
NRL club shatters Covid record, 22 players out
A Queensland club has set a Covid-19 record with a stunning 22 positive Omicron cases. SEE THE FULL LIST
The Super Six who must get a statue
Here are six wonders of the rugby league world who simply must be recognised with a statue after their impact on Brisbane, North Queensland and Gold Coast league.
The player set to benefit most from a slimline Fifita
Free of pain after an injury-interrupted end to the 2021 season, David Fifita promises he will return a more complete player – and that’s good news for the Titans’ young halfback.
Smith ‘changing his mind every day’: Fa’asuamaleaui
Tino Fa’asuamaleaui said his former Melbourne roommate Brandon Smith is “changing his mind” daily about his NRL future amid reports the hooker has committed to the Roosters.
NRL player stirs trouble at Qld border
For those still locked out of Queensland due to Covid, the preferential treatment of NRL players is a slap in the face.
The biggest losers from Smith’s Rooster call
The Melbourne Storm may be angry over Brandon Smith’s decision to sign with the Roosters, but it’s the greatest pain will be felt elsewhere.
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