Watch: Fresh vision emerges of Roosters heavyweight ref dispute
Fresh footage has emerged of the refereeing incident for which Sydney Roosters chairman Nick Politis and director Mark Bouris are being investigated by the NRL integrity unit.
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Buy, Hold, Sell: The SuperCoach cheapies you can’t miss
After two weekends of action in multiple states and countries – plus a cyclone – SuperCoach round one is finally done. Here are the players to target and avoid in the coming week.
The biggest factor in Galvin staying or leaving the Tigers
If teenage prodigy Lachlan Galvin stays at the Wests Tigers, Benji Marshall should be celebrated by fans. But if Galvin goes, that’s also on the rookie coach, writes DAVID RICCIO.
Buzz’s highlights, lowlights: NRL hair-pullers given free pass
No further action was taken against Tigers star Jack Bird who was put on report for pulling an opponent’s hair. Does that mean it’s now acceptable? Phil ‘Buzz’ Rothfield reveals his highlights and lowlights from the week.
Crash: Ben Hunt’s hidden ‘Alfie Langer’ gift to Broncos
While his playmaking is his most conspicuous asset, Ben Hunt also brings an underrated trait to Brisbane – one that mirrors club legend Allan Langer. It could end up being his greatest gift to the Broncos, writes ROBERT “CRASH” CRADDOCK.
Blunt admission after historic beat down
Parramatta Eels coach Jason Ryles did not mince his words after his team suffered a historic loss to kick start the 2025 NRL season.
Sunday SuperCoach wrap: Don’t buy Storm players!
Yes, that sounds like a very strange headline after such a dominant performance from Ryan Papenhuyzen and the Storm, but there is a good reason.
Phil Gould twists knife after NRL bloodbath
The Storm were totally dominant on Sunday afternoon and Bulldogs supremo Phil Gould took the chance to dig the knife into the Eels.
Storm run rampant in round one win
NRL: The Melbourne Storm have demolished the Eels in a blowout round one clash on Sunday afternoon.
Bellamy expects Papenhuyzen to explode
NRL: Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy speaks to the media after their round one win against the Eels.
Ryles gives Storm praise after loss
NRL: Parramatta Eels coach Jason Ryles speaks to the media after their round one loss to the Storm.
NRL club strongly condemns fan’s ugly act
The St George Illawarra Dragons have publicly condemned a fan’s actions over an incident that unfolded in the stands on Saturday.
Storm hit Eels for 50 in brutal start to Ryles era
Welcome to the NRL, Jason Ryles. The new era at Parramatta got off to the worst start imaginable, with the Eels dismantled by the Storm and the new coach humbled by his former mentor.
The Tackle: Roosters rebuild turns up heat on Robbo
The Roosters’ demolition at the hands of the Broncos has put the spotlight, and pressure, on coach Trent Robinson who faces some major selection calls in crucial positions. FATIMA KDOUH has that and more in The Tackle.
NRL Early Mail: Billy Smith closes in on return
Injury-prone centre Billy Smith continues to impress teammates on the training paddock. But how will his return change the Roosters’ backline?
Madge’s vision: Why Broncos duo are key to premiership charge
At the heart of the Broncos’ six premierships has been the presence of commanding front-rowers. Michael Maguire believes front-row duo Payne Haas and Pat Carrigan are ready to follow in the footsteps of club legends and lead Brisbane’s title charge.
Buzz: Radley’s ‘selfless’ community act 48 hours after horror KO
In a miserable weekend for the Sydney Roosters, Victor Radley emerged from the gloom of the 50-point Broncos thrashing and a severe concussion to show his true colours as a club and community legend.
Rabbitohs brace for horror Munro diagnosis, Wighton suspended
South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett’s selection problems have grown, with wing phenom Tyrone Munro set for an extended stint on the sideline and Jack Wighton rubbed out for one game.
Master coach set to make season-defining call
Lewis Dodd was meant to be South Sydney’s halfback this year, but there’s every chance he plays reserve grade next week after a young gun stole the show on Friday night.
Ryles “had a feeling” Moses was out
NRL: New Parramatta Eels coach Jason Ryles has admitted that he had a feeling that Mitchell Moses would be out of the teams season opener a few…
Casualty Ward: Gruesome aftermath to Dog’s friendly fire incident
Kurt Mann has revealed the shocking extent of a ‘clip’ to his head which has left the Canterbury forward with a gruesome black eye. Plus, a rising Cronulla star suffers a horror injury setback.
Liddle produces “individual brilliance”
NRL: Jacob Liddle has scored an incredible solo try an “eyes up” play too take a quick tap and take advantage of a disjointed Bulldogs defence….
Watch: Bulldogs star learns fate over dangerous contact charge
Bulldogs boss Phil Gould got the jump on the NRL match review committee, revealing the punishments handed down to Stephen Crichton and Jacob Preston after the pair were put on report.
Ch7 declare war on Ch9 again with NRL move
Channel 7 has already rolled the dice with an AFL TV transformation — now the network is turning its attention to the NRL.
‘STEAMROLLER’ Shmole sets up Manly epic
NRL: Haumole Olakau’atu has run over the top of Australian five-eighth Tom Dearden in brutal fashion, which set up Tom Trbojevic, Jason Saab…
Contract stand-off: Dragons refusing to pay wantaway prop
The contractual stand-off between Francis Molo and the Dragons is no closer to being resolved and now the former State of Origin prop’s manager has lifted the lid on the major issues between the two parties.
Rift deepens as Bennett refuses handshake
Wayne Bennett has proven he is just as savage as he has always been with a “brutal” live TV snub of NRL legend Brad Fittler.
Wayne Bennett snubs Brad Fittler fist bump
Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett walked off on Brad Fittler before his team’s NRL season opener.
Manly deliver emphatic round 1 statement
NRL: The Manly Sea Eagles have made a statement to the rest of the competition after securing a huge win over the Cowboys.
“Only round 1” – Turbo’s downplay win
NRL: Daly Cherry-Evans, Tom Trbojevic and Jake Trbojevic spoke to the Super Saturday team after a statement win in their season opener.
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