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Steely Storm coach not swayed by grand final history

Steely Storm coach not swayed by grand final history

While his grandkids bring out his softer side, Storm coach Craig Bellamy is all business for the NRL grand final and won't ponder if his 11th will be his last.

Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters are laden with Origin stars, and there's an expectation the NRLW grand final will bring a similar level of intensity.

Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm

Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm

Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm

Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm

Melbourne were once interested in signing Pat Carrigan and Payne Haas, but the Brisbane duo are glad they stayed ahead of the NRL grand final.

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Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final

Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final

Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded.

'Right that wrong': rivals set for legacy-defining day

'Right that wrong': rivals set for legacy-defining day

Former Brisbane hardman Shane Webcke says the Broncos can get back their winning DNA with grand-final victory, while Melbourne have their own point to prove.

In a grand final of redemption stories, Hunt leads pack

In a grand final of redemption stories, Hunt leads pack

Ben Hunt returned to Brisbane with unfinished business to win a premiership at the NRL club. He's now 80 minutes from the ultimate redemption story.

Betting spike in footy finals driven by casual punts

Betting spike in footy finals driven by casual punts

Australians are more likely to punt during major sports events but while small wagers are linked to casual gambling, there are concerns about long-term impacts.

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Make-or-break Broncos 'madman' heading right for Hughes

Make-or-break Broncos 'madman' heading right for Hughes

Make-or-break Broncos 'madman' heading right for Hughes

Make-or-break Broncos 'madman' heading right for Hughes

Brisbane's defensive weapon Brendan Piakura is set to put a target on Melbourne half Jahrome Hughes, and one Broncos legend is salivating over the prospect.

Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb

Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb

Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb

Broncos respond to Storm star's 'stuck up' barb

Brisbane ace Pat Carrigan has addressed comments from Stefano Utoikamanu after the Melbourne prop claimed the Broncos were 'stuck up'.

Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty

Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty

Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty

Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty

Michael Maguire will become just the sixth man to coach premiership wins at multiple clubs if his Broncos overcome Melbourne in the NRL grand final.

From shock to awe: Robinson set for Broncos glory

From shock to awe: Robinson set for Broncos glory

From shock to awe: Robinson set for Broncos glory

From shock to awe: Robinson set for Broncos glory

Brisbane centre Julia Robinson has been a star after a positional switch and has her sights on winning a fourth NRLW decider, against rivals Sydney Roosters.

Melbourne ace takes NRL lessons after grand final loss

Melbourne ace takes NRL lessons after grand final loss

Melbourne ace takes NRL lessons after grand final loss

Melbourne ace takes NRL lessons after grand final loss

Spending most of his career at fullback, Nick Meaney felt he had plenty to learn in his switch to the Storm centres, so looked to the game's best for lessons.

'People keep writing me off': Dally M winner Tedesco

'People keep writing me off': Dally M winner Tedesco

'People keep writing me off': Dally M winner Tedesco

'People keep writing me off': Dally M winner Tedesco

A year on from being dropped by NSW and Australia, James Tedesco has claimed his second Dally M Medal and declares his best football is still ahead of him.

Upton still No.1 in NRLW with historic second Dally M

Upton still No.1 in NRLW with historic second Dally M

Upton still No.1 in NRLW with historic second Dally M

Upton still No.1 in NRLW with historic second Dally M

Tamika Upton has won her second Dally M Medal, in a season when she returned to Brisbane and steered them to the NRLW grand final.

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Tedesco scorches field to win second Dally M Medal

James Tedesco has won his second Dally M Medal in a big night for the Roosters at the NRL's awards evening, while Tamika Upton was crowned best women's player.

Rugby Australia to block R360 as NRL downplays threat

Breakaway rugby competition R360 is planning an October 2026 start, with Rugby Australia moving against potential players as the NRL waits on more details.

'Lose one to win one': wiser Carrigan gets second shot

Broncos lock Pat Carrigan watched his team win through to the grand final while suspended, but he's back in the side wiser and ready to win his first title.

Former Wallabies boss gets NRL coaching gig

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has rejoined the Sydney Roosters but this time in a full-time role, working with their forwards and emerging coaches.

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Lost and found: Mam alive for Broncos after dire times

Ezra Mam thought his season was over after the last time he played Melbourne but now he gets another shot at a grand final he never believed would come.

Souths release import playmaker after six NRL games

English half Lewis Dodd will go down as one of the worst overseas imports in the NRL era after being released by Souths just six games into a three-year deal.

Daytime grand final to be considered in TV talks

ARL Commission chairman Peter V'landys says a daytime grand final will be considered in the next round of TV talks for 2028 and beyond.

Broncos axe rookie for grand final, Mam stays put

Brisbane have made a tough call on their bench rotation with fan favourite Ben Talty missing out, while Melbourne have also named their grand final team.

Not ideal: How Bellamy would have reacted to GF sledge

Cameron Smith says Craig Bellamy would have told Stefano Utoikamanu to back up his words, after calling Brisbane players as "stuck up" before the grand final.

Storm in awe of rival but grand final no one-man show

Unheralded Melbourne prop Josh King is a Payne Haas fan but says Brisbane will need more than one player to get over the Storm in their grand final showdown.

Family first: Tedesco pulls out of Ashes after recall

James Tedesco has told Australia’s selectors he won’t go on the Ashes tour, after being recalled following last year’s axing.

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