Australia value Southwell's unseen impact
Australia had to fight back against Fiji in the Women's World Cup semi-final, giving the team a useful test before Sunday's final against New Zealand. "The record-breaking games are probably...
New Zealand's Ponga eyes World Cup glory
Stacey Waaka's move to the NRLW earned her the women's Golden Boot after nine tries in four World Cup games. Kalyn Ponga claimed the men's award after two standout appearances...
South Sydney greats named IRL legends
A selection panel drawn from coaches, players, administrators, journalists and commentators worldwide chose 42 inductees from more than 240 nominees for the International Rugby League Hall of Legends. The inaugural...
New Zealand's Gagai and Mato chase world first
Kiwi Ferns prop Shannon Mato could win a second consecutive women's World Cup on the same night Dane Gagai pursues a historic first. If New Zealand beat hosts Australia in...
New Zealand's Ponga shines after injury
Kalyn Ponga will meet Reece Walsh and Australia again in the World Cup final at Brisbane's Suncorp Stadium, with the trans-Tasman rivals competing to become world champions. The New Zealand...
Brisbane greats enter international legends hall
The first International Rugby League Hall of Legends class includes 42 players from eight nations: 10 pre-1954 greats, six women and 26 men from the post-1954 era. IRL chairman Troy...
Australia's Staggs aims to repay Walters' faith
Kotoni Staggs starred in Australia's 44-12 semi-final win over Samoa, his best World Cup display. The 28-year-old had missed six weeks before the tournament and needed time to find his...
Perth Bears table Burton marquee offer
A special salary-cap allowance could help the Perth Bears offer Matt Burton more than $1.2 million a season, according to the Sydney Morning Herald. The expansion club can use an...
Tonga's Taumalolo only active Hall inductee
The International Rugby League has selected 42 players for its inaugural Hall of Legends, spanning several generations and national teams. The group includes 10 men from before 1954, 26 from...
South Sydney confirm Milne's 2027 return
After representing Fiji at the World Cup, Taane Milne will stay in Australia and return to South Sydney for 2027. The 31-year-old has played 20 Tests for Fiji and will...
North Queensland reward Goldthorp's growth
Fran Goldthorp averaged 148 running metres per game in 2026, the NRLW's ninth-highest figure. The 23-year-old English international also recorded four tries, five try assists and 31 tackle breaks across...
Bulldogs sign versatile half Rosie Kelly
Rosie Kelly recorded seven try assists, five forced drop outs, 19 goals and a try during the 2026 NRLW season. The 26-year-old former Black Ferns representative will join the Canterbury-Bankstown...
Matt Noyen's World Cup final farewell
Grant Atkins will referee Sunday night's Rugby League World Cup final between Australia and New Zealand, with Wyatt Raymond assigned to the Bunker. Matt Noyen and Tyson Brough have been...
New Zealand's Isaako eyes Johnson record
Shaun Johnson will join Channel 7's coverage of Sunday night's Rugby League World Cup final between New Zealand and Australia. The former Warriors star may also see Jamayne Isaako overtake...
Dolphins' Katoa slips in top ten
Eight members of the 2026 top ten also appeared in last year's top 50, but only three were top-ten players then. Four climbed from positions between 30th and 40th, while...
Parramatta clear Addo-Carr, but future uncertain
Josh Addo-Carr is due back at Parramatta's pre-season training next week, while his management searches for another NRL club. The Eels will not extend the former Test winger's contract beyond...
Jillaroos' Kezie Apps avoids retirement talk
Kezie Apps has extended her Wests Tigers contract through 2029, when she will be 38, but the 35-year-old is not planning her retirement. After Australia's 30-14 semi-final victory over Fiji...
Sydney Roosters eye Cameron Munster
Sam Walker is expected to have left the Sydney Roosters by the start of 2028, potentially opening a place in the club's halves. Cameron Munster, whose Melbourne Storm contract expires...
Perth Bears unveil North Sydney-inspired jersey
After spending 2026 with Catalans Dragons in Super League, halfback Toby Sexton is joining the Perth Bears for their 2027 campaign. He features in the "Built For Travel" campaign for...
Australia-New Zealand Golden Boot timing sparks criticism
The Rugby League World Cup Golden Boot will be announced in Brisbane on Thursday, three days before the final at Suncorp Stadium. That schedule rules out performances in Sunday's decider,...
Castleford part ways with injury-hit Ravalawa
Castleford Tigers will welcome Mikaele Ravalawa's former teammates Tyrell Sloan and Mathew Feagai in 2027; Damien Cook is also heading to England. The English Super League club has confirmed Ravalawa's...
Australia's goalkicking hinges on Walsh's fitness
Munster set up three tries in Australia's semi-final win over Samoa, while Reece Walsh scored three tries and received player of the match. Some fans considered Munster the standout, with...
Parramatta open to Addo-Carr exit
Josh Addo-Carr has scored 167 tries in 224 NRL appearances since debuting with the Wests Tigers in 2016. His most prolific period came at Melbourne, where he scored 96 tries...
Australia's Koloamatangi keeps Kiwis guessing
Australia edged New Zealand 24-20 in the World Cup opener, but prop Keaon Koloamatangi said his side was unhappy with its display. "We got the win, but we weren't happy...