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Raiders re-sign veteran amid finals fitness concerns

Raiders re-sign veteran amid finals fitness concerns

Canberra have tied down club legend Josh Papalii for another season, as they rehearse back-up plans in case he fails to recover from injury to face Brisbane.

NRL finals win would put Panthers in rarefied air

NRL finals win would put Panthers in rarefied air

NRL finals win would put Panthers in rarefied air

NRL finals win would put Panthers in rarefied air

Beat the Warriors in Auckland and Penrith will become the first team in premiership history to sit last after 12 rounds but go on to win a finals game.

Maguire will be judged on Broncos titles: Tallis

Maguire will be judged on Broncos titles: Tallis

Maguire will be judged on Broncos titles: Tallis

Maguire will be judged on Broncos titles: Tallis

The buzz around the Broncos is warranted, but Gorden Tallis has issued a sobering reminder to coach Michael Maguire ahead of their finals charge.

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Brakes on Blayke: Why Roosters must stop Sharks No.9

Brakes on Blayke: Why Roosters must stop Sharks No.9

Blayke Brailey has been the form dummy-half of the NRL through the second half of 2025, and the Sydney Roosters know the Cronulla No.9 must be contained.

Former Manly star among nine players axed by Souths

Former Manly star among nine players axed by Souths

Josh Schuster is leaving South Sydney without having played an NRL game, one of nine players farewelling the club at the end of a disappointing year.

Robinson lost for words but not faith in Roosters

Robinson lost for words but not faith in Roosters

It's been an up-and-down season but Trent Robinson never lost faith in what the Sydney Roosters could achieve, even if he can't completely explain why.

Webster out to bring down fortress he helped build

Webster out to bring down fortress he helped build

Andrew Webster spent two years helping build Penrith's premiership dynasty, now the Warriors coach wants the Panthers' title run to end on Saturday.

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Storm young gun looking to fire shots through finals

Storm young gun looking to fire shots through finals

Storm young gun looking to fire shots through finals

Storm young gun looking to fire shots through finals

Halfback Jonah Pezet has put decisions on his playing future on hold as he chases success with the Storm, who host Canterbury in the first NRL qualifying final.

Roosters lose star to injury, clinch minor premiership

Roosters lose star to injury, clinch minor premiership

Roosters lose star to injury, clinch minor premiership

Roosters lose star to injury, clinch minor premiership

The unbeaten Sydney Roosters will be sweating on a knee injury to Tarryn Aiken, despite having a week off before the NRLW finals.

Paix secures new Broncos deal, rake race heats up

Paix secures new Broncos deal, rake race heats up

Paix secures new Broncos deal, rake race heats up

Paix secures new Broncos deal, rake race heats up

Brisbane hooker Cory Paix will stay at the club in 2026 after inking a one-year extension, a day after prop Corey Jensen also re-signed.

Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL's top four

Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL's top four

Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL's top four

Make-or-break finals loom early for NRL's top four

A finals series full of travel and the threat of red-hot teams outside the top four means the week-one clashes could be more important than ever.

Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch

Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch

Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch

Bulldogs roll the dice with shock bench switch

Coach Cameron Ciraldo says the decision to drop Reed Mahoney and recall Toby Sexton is a tough call but is best for the Bulldogs in their Melbourne final.

'I'll talk to Patty': Aussie boxer in bright lights

'I'll talk to Patty': Aussie boxer in bright lights

'I'll talk to Patty': Aussie boxer in bright lights

'I'll talk to Patty': Aussie boxer in bright lights

A week out from taking over Pat Rafter Arena, Liam Paro is adamant he can dominate at the heavier welterweight division and become a two-weight world champion.

Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs

Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs

Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs

Manly superstar Tom Trbojevic linked to overseas clubs

Tom Trbojevic's name has been floated as a potential option for multiple Super League clubs, raising questions over his future at Manly beyond 2026.

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Brian To'o won't listen as body screams to stop

A season of injury frustration won't sway Penrith pocket rocket Brian To'o from playing as tough as usual this finals series.

Bombs away as Storm ready for Bulldogs aerial threat

Coach Craig Bellamy has his team ready for an aerial assault in their NRL final, again bringing out a machine named after big-kicking Bulldog Matt Burton.

Tunas and chooks: Katoa ready to stop two-metre flyer

Cronulla flyer Sione Katoa once spent 150 minutes battling a two-metre tuna on the water, now he's ready to combat a two-metre Rooster in the air in NRL finals.

Broncos guardian: How Staggs became keeper of flame

Once a wild child, Brisbane's Kotoni Staggs has transformed his life and become the caretaker of a jersey he wants to win a title in to honour past greats.

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'Win-win': Wallabies and Roosters great hails code swap

A former teenage Wallaby turned dual Sydney Roosters premiership winner is hailing the cross-code transitions of Joseph-Aukuso Suaalii and Mark Nawaqanitawase.

All the way: Broncos win over 'Axe' with new resolve

Brisbane great Trevor Gillmeister insists the side's recent win over Melbourne showcased the defensive mindset that can win the title.

The Warriors youngster touted to be the next Benji

Leka Halasima could become the first Warrior in history to win Dally M Rookie of the Year, but that might just be the beginning for the talented forward.

Bears ready to rumble as Meninga secures key men

Perth Bears have made key appointments in recruitment and pathways ahead of their 2027 NRL entry, with highly regarded Dane Campbell and Ian Millward signed.

Storm signing feels big shift south has been vindicated

Stefano Utoikamanu is set to finally realise his goal of playing in an NRL final, with the hard-running prop leading the Storm forward pack against Canterbury.

Hunger games: Hunt for Holy Grail burns in Bronco Ben

Brisbane half Ben Hunt returned to his old club to challenge for a title and after a seven-year absence from September footy his dream still remains alive.

'Eggs not Fish' shape as Penrith coach's big concern

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has laughed off concerns about the hostile reception awaiting the Panthers in Auckland.

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