How Canada has emerged as a surprise influence on the Knights
Canada was pivotal in getting Kalyn Ponga’s season back on track. Now it can be revealed that Adam O’Brien also has a reason to thank the land of the maple leaf.
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Inside story: How toilet cubicle saga changed Knights for good
When Kalyn Ponga and Kurt Mann walked into a cubicle, Newcastle was on the brink. Angry fans wanted blood. The media wanted a scalp. But it didn’t break them – it made them.
‘Toughest time of my career’: Gagai lifts lid on shock axing
It was the Origin bombshell that could have broken Newcastle veteran Dane Gagai. Instead, it is driving him to push for his first premiership ring. He opens up about his toughest career moments.
Legend of the inaugural Knights captain who didn’t exist
It’s the never-before-told story of a prodigiously talented league player in New Zealand who rose to the top of the junior ranks before joining the Knights. The only problem? He wasn’t who he said he was.
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Last chance! Download your 2022 NRL tipping chart
Time is running out before the return of the NRL – so if you’re desperate to get one-up on your mates this season, then download your 2022 NRL tipping chart and full schedule inside.
$1m NRL reject could make sudden return
A report claims a major twist in Anthony Milford’s court proceedings has opened the door for one club to greenlight a contract offer.
Eels make history, Broncos flex title muscle
A thriller, a history-making field goal and the Broncos edging closer to a premiership four-peat. Check our full wrap of NRLW round one.
Punters tip shock slider, load up on Eels for title
Punters believe the Eels are the real deal, making them one of the best-backed teams for this year’s premiership. But another top contender is on the nose and tipped to miss the top four.
The Tackle: NRL’s shock call on ‘bully boy’ Pangai’s antics
The NRL has handed down its judiciary sheet from the second week of NRL trials – with Bulldogs enforcer Tevita Pangai under the spotlight after a performance that left him looking like a liability, writes PAUL CRAWLEY.
Storm back to best but questions remain
The Storm has bounced back from its shock NRL trial loss to the Warriors but questions remain as to the makeup of its spine for round one.
The Tackle: Why did Broncos let this guy go?
The Broncos have a major playmaking dilemma ahead of their opening game. And given his style of play, Anthony Milford would have been the perfect fit for it, PAUL CRAWLEY writes.
‘No respect’: Ponga brutally poleaxed
We’ve already got a frontrunner for hit of the year after Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga was demolished in a monster hit.
Dragons rejects settling nicely into new homes
Good news Knights fans, a replacement has emerged for Mitchell Pearce. And the Bulldogs have to be happy with their new fullback as well on a night when nothing split the two teams.
NRL Tackle: The Bulldogs’ huge halves dilemma
One massive question remains about the Bulldogs in 2022 – and Monday’s trial match left them no closer to answering it. Paul Crawley’s LIKES and DISLIKES from the trials.
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