New Zealand's Crossland revisits dark month
New Zealand will face the Kangaroos at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium for the 2026 title of the world's best rugby league nation. Phoenix Crossland returned from suspension off the bench for...
Gagai's New Zealand World Cup quest
When Dane Gagai received his first New Zealand jersey, his mother, Tania, presented it to him in front of family. Gagai said the moment was emotional, recalling how his mother...
Brisbane Broncos No 9 race tests Paix
Brisbane's hooker position is set for a crowded contest in 2027, with Cory Paix determined to retain the No.9 role despite his recovery from shoulder surgery. The 26-year-old started in...
Broncos Duffy targets 2027 halfback spot
Duffy recorded six try assists and averaged 196.66 kicking metres per game in 2026 as he set his sights on Brisbane's halfback role for 2027. Adam Reynolds held the position...
Kangaroos' Bostock expects haka showdown
Jack Bostock says he has not ruled out staying with the Dolphins beyond 2027, despite speculation about his future. "I've seen like a lot of people have sort of jumped...
Duffy makes early Brisbane halfback claim
Tom Duffy made 10 appearances, mostly at five-eighth, during his 2026 rookie season, but says he wants Brisbane's halfback role in 2027. The 23-year-old is competing with new signing Jonah...
Australia recall Southwell, drop Kelleher
The Kiwis recalled Ronaldo Mulitalo to start against Australia in Sunday's men's final, replacing Charnze Nicoll-Klokstad. Mulitalo's one-match ban followed his sending-off for a shoulder charge in Fiji's 72-0 win....
Australia pack criticism called disrespectful
Fa'asuamaleaui said the anthems before Samoa's semi-final brought him to tears. He had considered representing Samoa to honour his late father's heritage, but chose Australia again. He also faced Brian...
New Zealand Ferns chase fourth title
The Kiwi Ferns last won the World Cup at Suncorp Stadium in 2008, beating Australia 34-0 to claim their third consecutive title. They return to the Brisbane venue to meet...
New Zealand's Fisher-Harris faces biggest career test
Jamayne Isaako is poised to set a New Zealand Test scoring record in Sunday's Rugby League World Cup final, after drawing level with Shaun Johnson on 225 points. Isaako reached...
Melbourne Storm name Selwood leadership coach
Melbourne Storm have appointed Scott Selwood as their leadership coach, with club director of football Frank Ponissi saying the former AFL player had been on their radar for some time....
Brisbane hosts Australia-New Zealand final rematch
New Zealand's 34-20 win over Australia at Suncorp Stadium in 2008 remains the Kiwis' only Rugby League World Cup title. Eighteen years on, they return to the Brisbane venue for...
Souths' cap clouds Sam Walker move
South Sydney's ability to pursue Sam Walker for 2027 is in doubt, with the club reportedly struggling to retain Matt Dufty and re-sign Latrell Mitchell. The Rabbitohs have signed Payne...
Melbourne's Isaako eyes Test points record
Jamayne Isaako could break New Zealand's Test scoring record in Sunday's Rugby League World Cup Final, where he is level with Shaun Johnson on 225 points. The match between New...
Jillaroos make surprise halves call
Jesse Southwell will start at five-eighth for the Jillaroos in a surprise change, while Jocelyn Kelleher has been relegated to the reserves. Kelleher played in three of Australia's four matches....
New Zealand target Jillaroos' flaws
Isabelle Kelly expects Australia's 30-14 semi-final win over Fiji to give the Kiwi Ferns plenty to analyse before Sunday's World Cup final. Kelly said Fiji provided a physical challenge, and...
Perth Bears sign former Tigers fullback
The Bears have signed Heath Mason on a 12-month development deal for their first NRL season in 2027. At 21, the former Wests Tigers player has made 20 NRL appearances...
PNG Chiefs land youngest signing yet
"Having Papua New Guinean players like Zac representing the PNG Chiefs will be incredibly important to the identity, and he can help inspire the next generation of rugby league talent...
Gold Coast confirm Woodbridge trial contract
The Titans confirmed 13 train-and-trial players, including Queensland Cup standout Chris Woodbridge. Woodbridge won the Queensland Cup Rookie of the Year and Player of the Year awards, and the Petero...
Australia pack criticism draws Fa'asuamaleaui rebuke
Australia's 44-12 semi-final win over Samoa answered doubts about its forwards ahead of Sunday's World Cup final against New Zealand. Their tournament opener last month ended 24-22 to Australia. New...
South Sydney extend utility Humphreys
At South Sydney, Jamie Humphreys has played halfback, five-eighth, hooker, lock and centre. The Rabbitohs have announced that player number 1203 has extended his contract for the 2027 and 2028...
Melbourne's Grant puts football before surf
Melbourne captain Harry Grant remains in pursuit of an NRL premiership after the Storm finished 10th and missed the finals for the first time since 2010. Grant is on the...
Parramatta's Addo-Carr return faces NRL probe
The NRL has concluded its Integrity Unit investigation into Josh Addo-Carr, with his camp told on Tuesday that the case was closed, according to News Corp. The decision followed a...
PNG Chiefs sign Kumuls international Laybutt
Laybutt is the fifth Kumuls representative to sign with the PNG Chiefs, following Alex Johnston, announced as Player #002. The club's other named signings include development players Finley Glare, Gairo...