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Tedesco axed as fullback as only six Blues survive

Tedesco axed as fullback as only six Blues survive

Dylan Edwards has won the race for the NSW No.1 jersey, with Australia's Test captain James Tedesco a shock axing for the State of Origin series opener.

Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win

Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win

Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win

Watene-Zelezniak spearheads depleted Warriors to win

Missing 10 regular first-graders, the Warriors - led by the rampaging Dallin Watene-Zelezniak - have stood tall to down the Dolphins 24-20 in Auckland.

Eels players feel responsible for 'unfair' Arthur axing

Eels players feel responsible for 'unfair' Arthur axing

Eels players feel responsible for 'unfair' Arthur axing

Eels players feel responsible for 'unfair' Arthur axing

Parramatta star Dylan Brown has spoken of his shock at Brad Arthur's axing, believing it was unfair for the Eels coach to be sacked 11 rounds into the season.

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Dearden set for Origin recall in new-look Maroons team

Dearden set for Origin recall in new-look Maroons team

Queensland coach Billy Slater is set to select his team for the State of Origin series opener with injuries opening the door for some.

Mitchell can cop fine and be available for NSW Origin

Mitchell can cop fine and be available for NSW Origin

Latrell Mitchell has been charged over a hip-drop tackle, but is able to accept a $3000 fine and be available to be selected for NSW in State of Origin.

'100 per cent': Mitchell up for Origin if he avoids ban

'100 per cent': Mitchell up for Origin if he avoids ban

A potential ban over a hip-drop tackle in Souths' win over Parramatta is hovering over Latrell Mitchell, who insists he is available for NSW in State of Origin.

Luai in stunning NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks

Luai in stunning NSW audition as Panthers belt Sharks

A superstar showing from Jarome Luai, on the eve of State of Origin selection, has guided Penrith to a huge win over fellow NRL heavyweights Cronulla.

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Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes' Origin hopes

Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes' Origin hopes

Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes' Origin hopes

Calf issue casts fresh doubt on Hynes' Origin hopes

Nicho Hynes' State of Origin hopes are in fresh doubt after he left Cronulla's clash with Penrith with calf tightness on the eve of NSW's team announcement.

Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders

Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders

Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders

Tedesco stars as Roosters run rampant over Raiders

James Tedesco has cemented his status as a NSW Blues stalwart, leading the Sydney Roosters to a crushing 44-16 win over lacklustre Canberra.

Olakau'atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut

Olakau'atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut

Olakau'atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut

Olakau'atu now mentally ready for NSW Origin debut

Haumole Olakau'atu admits questions over State of Origin selection would have rattled him two years ago, but says he is now mentally ready to debut for NSW.

Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga

Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga

Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga

Titans star Fifita opens up on toll of contract saga

Gold Coast star David Fifita has addressed his contract saga for the first time since backflipping on plans to join the Sydney Roosters.

Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett

Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett

Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett

Warriors courageous to drop Addin Fonua-Blake: Bennett

Wayne Bennett was impressed by the Warriors' decision to drop Addin Fonua-Blake for breaching club standards at Magic Round.

NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries

NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries

NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries

NRL open to considering bench changes for injuries

Brisbane coach Kevin Walters has backed calls for changes to NRL interchange rules to deal with injuries, with teams struggling to recover from losing backs.

Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer

Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer

Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer

Walsh learns lesson from Titans blow-up: Lockyer

It's almost a year since Brisbane's Reece Walsh was suspended for contrary conduct against Gold Coast, but he will be a changed man when he meets them again.

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Valentine Holmes avoids Origin ban for hip-drop tackle

Valentine Holmes is set to play in Queensland's State of Origin series opener after avoiding a ban for a hip-drop tackle against Wests Tigers.

Bellamy wants NRL rethink on five-day match turnarounds

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants the NRL to put an end to five-day turnarounds with heavy travel, unhappy with his side's schedule through May.

Manly avoid another collapse, see off late Storm surge

Manly have held on to beat Melbourne 26-20, despite looking at risk of giving up a double-figure lead for the fifth time this NRL season late in the match.

Maroons star Holmes on report as Cowboys beat Tigers

North Queensland and Maroons centre Valentine Holmes was put on report for a hip-drop tackle in his side's 42-28 win over Wests Tigers, as Jeremiah Nanai shone.

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Dragons star Jack Bird cleared of ankle fracture

Jack Bird's injury has been diagnosed as a significant ankle sprain, but the St George Illawarra centre's return-to-play timeline is still unclear.

Penrith ready to thrive in rare role as NRL underdogs

Penrith are in unfamiliar territory as underdogs for Saturday night's clash against ladder-leading Cronulla.

Ricky demands Raiders redemption after Sharks rout

The resurgent Raiders want to make their fans proud as they take on the Sydney Roosters in their first home game since a 40-0 humbling by Cronulla.

Burton ready to come to injury-hit NSW's rescue

Matt Burton has declared he is "definitely ready" for State of Origin as Canterbury enjoy a promising start to the NRL season.

Slater's 'Sunday build' will have Maroons set to fire

Maroons coach Billy Slater insists Queensland will field 17 players ready to do their duty in State of Origin, despite losing Cameron Munster for the series.

'I'd still choose England over Origin': Rooster Radley

Sydney Roosters No.13 Victor Radley should be in contention for a NSW State of Origin debut, but insists he has no regrets over picking England instead.

'It's worth it': Sharks shrug off Origin depth test

Craig Fitzgibbon wants to see Cronulla's players rewarded with State of Origin selection, regardless of the implications that could have for the Sharks.

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