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NRL looking at global expansion one country at a time

NRL looking at global expansion one country at a time

Las Vegas will remain on the NRL's calendar even if it goes global, with Peter V'landys eying off gradual international expansion over the next three years.

Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025

Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025

Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025

Payten ready to prove doubters wrong after tough 2025

Todd Payten has opened up on a difficult 2025 amid rumours he could be sacked as North Queensland coach, but insists the Cowboys are a different team in 2026.

Stupid expectations: Flanagan won't talk up title hopes

Stupid expectations: Flanagan won't talk up title hopes

Stupid expectations: Flanagan won't talk up title hopes

Stupid expectations: Flanagan won't talk up title hopes

St George Illawarra coach Shane Flanagan insists the Dragons are on the rise, but says he's only being realistic by conceding 2026 won't be a title year.

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'We'll force rule changes': Walkers to upset applecart

'We'll force rule changes': Walkers to upset applecart

Ben and Shane Walker are set to transform rugby league again as coaches of the Western Clydesdales as they vow to exploit and change the rules of the game.

Holmes the US salesman as NRL takes over downtown Vegas

Holmes the US salesman as NRL takes over downtown Vegas

An estimated 16,000 fans have rolled in for the NRL's Las Vegas launch event, with Valentine Holmes the centre of attention for American broadcasters.

Purdue a centre for now, but still eyes future as half

Purdue a centre for now, but still eyes future as half

Jaxon Purdue will start the 2026 season in the centres for North Queensland, but he is still eying a long-term future as an NRL half.

'Don't give up': Broncos gem wants even more in 2026

'Don't give up': Broncos gem wants even more in 2026

Off-contract Brisbane centre Gehamat Shibasaki is a template for using hard work to rise to the top of rugby league, and he's targeting more success.

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Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7

Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7

Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7

Simple mindset shift Brown must master as Knights No.7

Dylan Brown said he is ready to deal with the pressure of being the NRL's highest-paid halfback - and there is one thing that he must change when wearing No.7.

The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top

The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top

The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top

The No.1 curse Walsh must break to keep Broncos on top

Reece Walsh enters 2026 with more attention on him than any other player, but few fullbacks have been able to back up untouchable seasons year after year.

'Big shoes': New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud

'Big shoes': New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud

'Big shoes': New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud

'Big shoes': New Storm No.1 set to do Papenhuyzen proud

Cameron Munster said new Melbourne fullback Sua Fa'alogo will "prove people wrong'" this year and be a worthy heir to Billy Slater and Ryan Papenhuyzen .

'He could do it': Aussie NFL star's advice to Burton

'He could do it': Aussie NFL star's advice to Burton

'He could do it': Aussie NFL star's advice to Burton

'He could do it': Aussie NFL star's advice to Burton

Michael Dickson believes NRL superboot Matt Burton could transition to the NFL, but has warned there is a lot that comes with taking the leap.

Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals

Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals

Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals

Sharks brace for poaching raid from cashed-up rivals

Cronulla have half of their roster off-contract at the end of 2026 and CEO Dino Mezzatesta has conceded they won't be able to stave off cashed-up rivals.

Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange

Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange

Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange

Watch and learn: Coaches go in blind on new interchange

The NRL’s biggest overhaul of interchange rules this century is set to leave coaches rethinking the use of their bench during matches.

Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach

Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach

Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach

Ikin unveils plan for Slater's future as Maroons coach

Off-contract Billy Slater is tipped to stay as Queensland coach beyond 2026 as QRL boss Ben Ikin confirmed talks have begun to make him a long-term mentor.

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What happens in Vegas need not stay in Vegas for NRL

USA's Rugby League chair has urged the NRL to consider California and Texas for future matches, while pointing to the NFL model to grow the game in the US.

Dogs pick their time perfectly to be Vegas drawcards

Two years ago Canterbury knew they had to bide their time before pitching to play in Las Vegas, but now they're looking at two international games in two years.

Veteran Bronco gets another crack after bad breaks

Stoic Jack Gosiewski has another chance at starting the season at second-row for Brisbane as he aims for a rare injury-free run and a contract extension.

Ex-Panther set for Dolphins debut as star tweaks groin

The Dolphins are set to reward Brad Schneider with a club debut and remain confident half Isaiya Katoa will recover from a niggle to play South Sydney.

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'It's BS': Haas reveals why he really joined Souths

Payne Haas says pressing family reasons and a rapport with Wayne Bennett were key reasons for signing with South Sydney as he shed new light on his contract.

Uncomfortable finals review sets Bulldogs up for 2026

Canterbury insist they have learned their lessons from the 2025 fade out, spurred on by uncomfortable and painful replays of their finals loss to Penrith.

How college rugby could open door for NRL in USA

An American college rugby union All-Stars team playing in the NRL's Las Vegas Nines competition could help open a talent pipeline for rugby league in the USA.

Fletcher Sharpe hits the jackpot in Las Vegas

Newcastle coach Justin Holbrook has solved his conundrum in the halves, while Matt Burton's big boot is set to get the chance to shine in Vegas for Canterbury.

Bellamy blast has Storm primed to continue Rd 1 record

Melbourne's defensive standards were below par in their trial thrashing by the Gold Coast and Tyran Wishart says coach Craig Bellamy has the squad on notice.

Lomax's Storm switch delayed further as boss eyes Vegas

Zac Lomax's NRL return will be delayed again as Melbourne Storm's boss prepares to jet off to Las Vegas right before the winger's fate is hashed out in court.

Titans pocket battleship inspired by Panthers ace

Gold Coast winger Sialetili Faeamani is set to make his NRL debut and, when he does, it'll be with a nod to Penrith dynamo Brian To'o who he wants to emulate.

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