Sport Con: Joey’s shock take on Newcastle great
The Newcastle Knights lost the match but Kalyn Ponga won high praise from NRL Immortal Joey Johns who anointed the star fullback with an incredible honour.
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Sport Confidential: Bennett’s Cobbo, RCG signing admission
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett says the club “can’t afford” to make a play at the two hottest free agents in the NRL.
Broncos’ $1.1m gentle giant: Why NRL rivals don’t fear Payne Haas
For Brisbane to become a bona fide title contender next season, the Broncos need Payne Haas to transform from locomotive to hit man or risk spending another NRL season in the doldrums.
“It’ll be up to Gus to believe”
NRL: The NRL 360 panel chat through the updates on Josh Addo-Carr and his ongoing case with the NRL judiciary.
Tigers stun with most embarrassing act yet
The Wests Tigers have a long and embarrassing history of stuff-ups – but their latest gesture for a star who quit the club takes the cake.
‘Confirmation bias’: Support for Hynes explained
After shutting down any talk of dropping Nicho Hynes, the Cronulla coach declared just how much he supports his star player.
NRL star caught up in alleged pub incident
Police are investigating an incident allegedly involving Raiders star Josh Papali’i at a Canberra pub.
Sharks captain defends Hynes criticism
NRL: Cronulla Sharks captain Cameron McInnes has fronted the media in defence of his out of form halfback Nicho Hynes.
NRL’s record-breaking season leaves AFL in its wake
Rugby league’s participation explosion has been matched by soaring crowd and broadcast numbers as the NRL prepares to kick-off week two of the 2024 finals series.
Meet Manly’s Lucky little charm
He’s the kid with the coolest name in rugby league, and on Saturday night he’ll be cheering on his dad while eating his favourite footy meal – hot chips.
‘Give him a go’: NRL appeal after Dolphins axe cult hero
Ben Te’o has called on NRL clubs to take a punt on Valynce Te Whare, after the cult hero was axed by the Dolphins. PLUS see all the players to watch in the Qld Cup grand final.
‘Disrespectful’ Eels plot emerges over captain
Parramatta’s true intentions for captain Clint Gutherson have been exposed with a report the club’s actions are “disrespectful”.
Seibold set to be rewarded for Manly’s finals return
Anthony Seibold took over a fractured club when he replaced Des Hasler at the Sea Eagles in 2023. But after taking Manly back to finals footy, the coach is set to be rewarded with a new deal.
Door open for Manu’s Roosters return after shock rugby call
For the first time, Joey Manu has admitted he would “love” to return to the Roosters following a shock concession that his All Blacks dream is slipping away due to his disinterest in playing Super Rugby.
‘That will do me’ Tigers Brooks tribute
NRL: The Wests Tigers have surprised fans with their public congratulations to Luke Brooks making the finals.
Finals impact on Seibold’s future
NRL: The NRL 360 crew reveal breaking news on Anthony Seibold’s future at the Sea Eagles, with Manly’s finals win having a big impact.
Lodge’s grudge match against Roosters
NRL: Matt Lodge will take on his former team the Roosters after an unhappy end to his stint with the tricolours.
Swans muscle in on a crowded sporting market
Sydney’s season has already been a success on the field after finishing top of the ladder and making their way to a home preliminary final — and they’re flying off the field as well.
$600m deal confirms two new NRL teams
A $600m deal has sent shockwaves around Australian rugby league with the NRL taking the biggest gamble the league has ever taken.
Spud big concern with NRL expansion
NRL Tonight: While the NRL Tonight crew were excited at the news announcing PNG, with two new teams coming in a few years, Mark Carroll has a…
Schuster signs 1-year deal with Souths
NRL: Wayne Bennett has thrown Josh Schuster a career lifeline, signing the 23-year-old to South Sydney on a one year contract in 2025.
Drinkwater reveals Broncos snub that paved way for Walsh
Cowboys star Scott Drinkwater has revealed he knocked back interest to wear the No.1 jersey at the Brisbane Broncos in a sliding doors moment that led to the club signing Reece Walsh.
Broncos cross codes to hire rugby chief for club review
The Brisbane Broncos have gone external and hired a former New Zealand rugby heavyweight to review the club’s dramatic season capitulation and determine coach Kevin Walters’ future.
Trbojevic insists shoulder not a problem
NRL: Tom Trbojevic says his shoulder will be in better shape in the must win finals clash against the Roosters.
Sharks vow to end struggling finals run
NRL: Cam McInnes says the past won’t impact this Cronulla squad as they prepare to change their recent finals record against the Cowboys.
PNG side receives $600M backing
NRL: Papua New Guinea has taken a huge step towards becoming one of the NRL’s newest teams, with a whopping $600-million backing unveiled.
Trbojevic set to miss end-of-season Tests
Tom Trbojevic is feeling infinitely better than he did this time last week, but his shoulder injury could cost him a representative jersey at the end of the season.
PNG gets green light to become NRL’s 19th team in $600m coup
Papua New Guinea is set to make history by entering the NRL premiership, with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reaching an in-principle agreement with the ARL Commission.
Star’s Wayne Bennett lifeline after $1m axing
Supercoach Wayne Bennett may have just landed his next player project after signing one of the NRL’s most maligned stars.
Gould’s concerning admission ahead of Addo-Carr grilling
Josh Addo-Carr will fight to save his career when he faces the NRL’s integrity unit on Thursday, but the latest words from Canterbury club supremo are unlikely to help his battle.
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