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Richardson's white knight dream at Tigers appears over

Richardson's white knight dream at Tigers appears over

Shane Richardson had arrived at Wests Tigers as the man capable of rescuing the club but it's now hard to see him co-existing with the joint-venture's owners.

Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters

Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters

Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters

Another Sea Eagles star to swap Manly for the Roosters

After Daly Cherry-Evans confirmed his move to the Sydney Roosters, another high-profile Manly ace is following suit.

I can't be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly

I can't be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly

I can't be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly

I can't be DCE: Fogarty ready to be own man at Manly

New Manly No.7 Jamal Fogarty says he is unfazed by the fact he'll constantly be compared to Daly Cherry-Evans, conceding he is not as talented as the old half.

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Golf the only sport on former Storm star's horizon

Golf the only sport on former Storm star's horizon

Ryan Papenhuyzen says the only sport he's contemplating playing next year is golf, with the former Melbourne star satisfied with his decision to quit the NRL.

Rally called as fans demand NRL intervention on Tigers

Rally called as fans demand NRL intervention on Tigers

Beau Ryan and Aaron Woods have joined calls for the NRL to step in and intervene at Wests Tigers, with a rally launched to demand the club's owners resign.

Former NRL star faces court over alleged crypto theft

Former NRL star faces court over alleged crypto theft

Former rugby league international Trent Merrin has appeared in court after being accused of stealing $140,000 in bitcoin cryptocurrency.

Bears land two more NRL expats after English gap year

Bears land two more NRL expats after English gap year

Perth have signed forwards Luke Smith and Emarly Bitungane for their maiden NRL season, after the pair debuted in Australia in 2025 before moving to England.

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Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners

Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners

Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners

Brain fart: Ousted Tigers chair hits back at owners

The NRL are monitoring the Wests Tigers' situation, after chairman Barry O'Farrell was one of four independent directors removed by the club's owners.

Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings

Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings

Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings

Perth land a halfback and centre as first two signings

Former Canterbury halfback Toby Sexton and Englishman Harry Newman have officially become the Perth Bears' first two NRL signings for their 2027 entry.

League great blames injuries for failure to comply

League great blames injuries for failure to comply

League great blames injuries for failure to comply

League great blames injuries for failure to comply

NRL and Queensland great Trevor Gillmeister has avoided a conviction after a sporting injury allegedly impeded him when told to "get on the ground" by police.

Concussion forces Manly's Croker into early retirement

Concussion forces Manly's Croker into early retirement

Concussion forces Manly's Croker into early retirement

Concussion forces Manly's Croker into early retirement

Manly hooker Lachlan Croker has been forced into retirement by concussion, with the 28-year-old set to begin a coaching career at the club.

Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season

Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season

Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season

Cowboys lose two for start of NRL season

North Queensland will be without two important forward to begin the NRL season following injuries in the Pacific Championships.

Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL

Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL

Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL

Injured Storm star still hopeful of return to NRL

He has been ruled out of the 2026 season, but Storm star Eli Katoa says he's in a "good place" and hopeful of returning to the NRL after his brain surgery.

R360's demise could make for one big winner in NRL

R360's demise could make for one big winner in NRL

R360's demise could make for one big winner in NRL

R360's demise could make for one big winner in NRL

Brisbane will be relieved by the news of R360's abandoned launch given their battle to keep Payne Haas and would not be alone in welcoming the collapse.

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R360 threat over with NRL ready to welcome back stars

Zac Lomax and Ryan Papenhuyzen will be able to return to the NRL if they wish, after rebel rugby competition R360's launch was abandoned until at least 2028.

Fresh start: what Titans coach said to playmaker Ilias

Lachlan Ilias has seen the highs and lows of the NRL but, after a chat with his new coach, the playmaker is bullish about reaching his potential at the Titans.

Strike centre given new Roosters deal after superb 2025

The Sydney Roosters have re-signed one of the NRL's best young talents until the end of 2029, making him a key figure in the evolution of their backline.

Staggs' loyalty clear ahead of World Cup call

Brisbane star Kotoni Staggs' commitment to Australia at next year's Rugby League World Cup is reliant on one thing.

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Captaincy call: Turbo knows brother would like his job

Tom Trbojevic says it is not awkward for him to be appointed Manly captain ahead of his big brother Jake, but could understand if his sibling was disappointed.

'Can't keep everyone': Sharks battle to retain squad

Cronulla have 17 players coming into the final year of their contract and coach Craig Fitzgibbon concedes it will be tough to keep them all in the Shire.

It's chip and run for Reynolds towards bright future

Broncos captain Adam Reynolds will return to training on December 12 but his plans for 2027 will depend on an assessment of body and mind early next year.

Tigers confident Bula will stay on long-term extension

Wests Tigers CEO Shane Richardson is confident Jahream Bula will sign a multi-year deal at the NRL club, with talks moving beyond a one-year option for 2026.

DNA above finances: Tigers' latest Campbelltown boost

Shane Richardson says Wests Tigers are now better placed to keep local talent from Campbelltown, with an increased stadium, schools and office approach.

Manly name captain for post Cherry-Evans era

Manly have nominated the man to fill the leadership void left by influential former skipper Daly Cherry-Evans.

Dolphins boost: Flegler on track for round one

Tom Flegler is getting stuck into contact work and will ramp it up in the coming month as he targets a return to action for the Dolphins in round one next year.

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