Will new recruits push Bulldogs pup out of the kennel?
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Warriors
Recruit rater: Benchwarmer set to join NRL elite
He was a huge part of Penrith’s premiership three-peat but now steps into a make-or-break role. We reveal the 13 signings set to make a big difference in 2024.
‘Prove myself again’: Why RTS can join sport’s comeback kings
He left as one of the games’ most dangerous players, but Roger Tuivasa-Sheck admits he’s back to square one, as he aims to win a historic premiership with New Zealand in his NRL comeback.
NRL Draw: The good, bad and ugly for your club in 2024
Fox Sports stats expert Aaron Wallace reveals how supporters and members from every NRL club are affected by the 2024 draw.
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How whiz kid is making Ponga’s life even more uncomfortable
He has yet to score a try in 2022 but don’t think Reece Walsh is worried about his game. On the contrary, he thinks he’s playing well enough to make a strong case for the Maroons No.1 jersey.
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.
The Tackle: Public face of Knights’ dramatic collapse
In the space of six weeks, Newcastle has slipped from first to dead last. And it’s not all Kalyn Ponga or Adam O’Brien’s fault, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
‘Sad end’ to $3 million footy star’s career
Ash Taylor has reportedly played his last game in the NRL, with the New Zealand Warriors playmaker set to announce his retirement.
Legends fume at ‘ridiculous’ footy farce
The Raiders were potentially thwarted by a controversial Bunker decision that gifted the Warriors a crucial penalty in the 79th minute.
‘Horrible’: Raiders star’s nightmare blunder
Jordan Rapana gifted the Warriors their opening points of Saturday afternoon’s thriller with this “horrible” first-half blunder.
Brutal reality of rugby league massacre
The New Zealand Warriors say it’ll “take time” for the side to truly recover from its record-breaking loss to the Melbourne Storm.
‘Gave up’: Coach slams players after record loss
A 70-10 loss on Monday night was a record low for the Warriors and the coach let his players know they’d let everyone down.
Paps’ undeniable Origin claim sparks NSW debate
NSW is flush with talent at the fullback position – but Ryan Papenhuyzen is making a case that he simply cannot be left out of Brad Fittler’s side for this year’s State of Origin series.
Foxx switch could kill teammate’s contract quest
The Bulldogs are set to make a call on a Josh Addo-Carr backline switch – a move that could have dire consequences for one teammate. PLUS Buzz’s Saint and Sinner.
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