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Leilua suspension adds to winless Dragons' woes

Leilua suspension adds to winless Dragons' woes

Luciano Leilua has received a one-match ban from the NRL match review committee in yet another blow for last-placed St George Illawarra.

Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne

Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne

Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne

Storm hit new low as Souths run riot in Melbourne

Coach Craig Bellamy says the Storm's loss to South Sydney is the most embarrassing of his long and storied career, with Souths claiming a 48-6 win.

Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL's top two

Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL's top two

Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL's top two

Warriors deny Dolphins to move back into NRL's top two

A try-scoring double to winger Alofiana Khan-Pereira has helped the Warriors to a thrilling two-point NRL win over the Dolphins in Wellington.

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'Proud of him': Reed to hold Dragons' halfback jersey

'Proud of him': Reed to hold Dragons' halfback jersey

Kade Reed has received Dean Young's tick of approval despite St George Illawarra falling to a 62-16 loss in the 20-year-old's NRL debut.

'Embarrassed' Dragons thrashed to start new era

'Embarrassed' Dragons thrashed to start new era

Anzac Day has signalled a new era but ended in the same old story as St George Illawarra slumped to a 12th-straight loss in their first game under Dean Young.

Depleted Broncos cop another blow with Riki ban

Depleted Broncos cop another blow with Riki ban

Journeyman forward Preston Riki made an impressive club debut in Brisbane's round-eight win but is now facing at least a week on the sidelines.

Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal

Drinkwater signs with Dragons, new Ponga deal

Scott Drinkwater has signed a three-year deal to join St George Illawarra from 2027 in a major boost for the long-time NRL strugglers.

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'Origin player': Staggs backed for NSW recall

'Origin player': Staggs backed for NSW recall

'Origin player': Staggs backed for NSW recall

'Origin player': Staggs backed for NSW recall

Brisbane centre Kotoni Staggs had his best season in attack in 2025 but is now firing in defence as he makes a case to return to the NSW State of Origin side.

'Becoming extinct': Paulo weighs in on NRL speed

'Becoming extinct': Paulo weighs in on NRL speed

'Becoming extinct': Paulo weighs in on NRL speed

'Becoming extinct': Paulo weighs in on NRL speed

As one of the biggest bodies in the NRL, Parramatta front-rower Junior Paulo is a surprising advocate for the game's rapid new look in 2026.

Kikau injury not only concern for inconsistent Bulldogs

Kikau injury not only concern for inconsistent Bulldogs

Kikau injury not only concern for inconsistent Bulldogs

Kikau injury not only concern for inconsistent Bulldogs

Canterbury's woeful display against Brisbane highlighted issues that have haunted their start to 2026 as they search for consistency both sides of the ball.

'Fantastic story': McLean in awe of Jenkins' turnaround

'Fantastic story': McLean in awe of Jenkins' turnaround

'Fantastic story': McLean in awe of Jenkins' turnaround

'Fantastic story': McLean in awe of Jenkins' turnaround

Penrith's try-scoring ace Tom Jenkins comes face-to-face with his old club Newcastle in round eight of the NRL season.

Cowboy Chester the NRL's next star centre: Payten

Cowboy Chester the NRL's next star centre: Payten

Cowboy Chester the NRL's next star centre: Payten

Cowboy Chester the NRL's next star centre: Payten

Coach Todd Payten has heaped praise on fullback-turned-centre Tom Chester after he had a stellar performance in North Queensland's win against Cronulla.

Broncos B-team belt toothless Bulldogs as Kikau injured

Broncos B-team belt toothless Bulldogs as Kikau injured

Broncos B-team belt toothless Bulldogs as Kikau injured

Broncos B-team belt toothless Bulldogs as Kikau injured

Under-strength Brisbane have showcased their depth and class to demolish lacklustre Canterbury 32-12 in one of the defending premiers' bravest wins.

Drinkwater dazzles as Cowboys sink Sharks in try-fest

Drinkwater dazzles as Cowboys sink Sharks in try-fest

Drinkwater dazzles as Cowboys sink Sharks in try-fest

Drinkwater dazzles as Cowboys sink Sharks in try-fest

North Queensland have bounced back from an NRL thumping in enthralling fashion, defeating Cronulla in a high-scoring affair in Townsville.

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Roosters address Cheika future amid Dragons links

The Sydney Roosters know Michael Cheika won't stay as an No.2 forever as the cross-code coach continues to be talked up as a potential option for the Dragons.

'Not ideal': Apps wants Women's Origin moved

A NSW stalwart says while the timing of the Women's State of Origin series isn't ideal, she's relishing taking on Queensland again.

Bellamy's wish for Storm as records go on the line

The Storm's 20-game winning streak against South Sydney in Melbourne is under threat in their Anzac Day clash, but coach Craig Bellamy has just one request.

Youngest Cleary helped resurrect Leuluai-Going's dream

Kalani Leuluai-Going says he has Jett Cleary to thank for landing at Penrith and having the chance to add to his one NRL appearance from 2023.

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Dolphins unearth winning 'blueprint' with Cobbo a key

Dolphins coach Kristian Woolf has seen signs re-signed winger Selwyn Cobbo is set to go up a gear ahead of a huge challenge against the Warriors.

Koroisau faces big ban as Tigers slam NRL refereeing

With Api Koroisau facing a suspension that is set to rub him out of State of Origin, Wests Tigers coach Benji Marshall has teed off at NRL officiating.

Tigers continue to thrive but star's Origin hopes fade

Wests Tigers registered their fifth win of the NRL season by beating Canberra 33-14, but the victory could come at a cost after Api Koroisau was sin-binned.

Blues baptism of fire as Elliott returns from pregnancy

Millie Elliott is back with the NSW Blues after missing the entire 2025 State of Origin series and NRLW campaign due to her pregnancy.

Boyd Cordner replaces Young on NSW Origin staff

Former NSW captain Boyd Cordner will join Laurie Daley's coaching staff for the 2026 State of Origin series.

Manly vow to take pressure off Turbo amid latest injury

Jason Saab insists Manly have no point to prove without Tom Trbojevic as statistics show just how great an influence the injured fullback has on his team.

Perham's first start in 964 days as Broncos blood two

Brisbane will hand club debuts to forwards Va'a Semu and Preston Riki as Jesse Arthars fails a fitness test and Kotoni Staggs gets set to play Canterbury.

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