Sydney Roosters' 33-year Politis reign
The Roosters' modern dynasty has been built on foundations laid during Nick Politis' long leadership. In 33 years as chairman, Sydney has claimed five NRL premierships, five minor premierships and...
Wests Tigers role pauses Carr's head-coach chase
Wests Tigers are reshaping their football department after a poor 2026 season, when early promise gave way to a rapid slide down the ladder. Former St George Illawarra Dragons interim...
New Zealand's 2008 campaign nearly lost Bennett
Wayne Bennett nearly walked away from New Zealand's 2008 World Cup campaign before serving as assistant to head coach Stephen Kearney. The tournament ended with a major upset: Nathan Cayless'...
Brisbane Broncos poach Knights' recruitment chief
Brisbane's reported $2.5 million offer is the largest contract ever for an NRL recruitment boss, securing Peter O'Sullivan from Newcastle. The Broncos have confirmed O'Sullivan will become their General Manager...
Kiwis fight to keep young talent
Kalyn Ponga will make his senior international debut for New Zealand after choosing the Kiwis earlier this season. The 28-year-old Newcastle captain helped take the Knights to this year's grand...
Canberra extend Sanders amid halves uncertainty
Black's impressive debut in Canberra's 2026 finale has complicated the Raiders' halves plans for 2027. After waiting all season, he debuted in Townsville when Sanders was omitted and impressed. Canberra...
Moretti's Kumuls debut rooted in family ties
Parramatta prop Luca Moretti, 26, will debut for PNG against Lebanon in Saturday's World Cup opener in Port Moresby. Coach Jason Demetriou has named him to start in the front...
Canberra extend rookie halfback Sanders
NRL Rookie of the Year recognition capped Ethan Sanders' first full season with Canberra in 2026, after he joined the Raiders the previous year. The club has extended the halfback's...
Canberra's forward stocks under pressure
As November 1 approaches, Canberra's priority in the open market is clear: the Raiders need to recruit forwards. Ricky Stuart's side lost several players from its engine room at the...
Kiwis-Kangaroos clash timing draws criticism
More than 40,000 fans are expected for the World Cup's opening match, and only single tickets remained, Jimmy Smith said. The Kiwis-Kangaroos clash begins at 10.05pm New Zealand time on...
Brisbane Broncos sign Tongan international Mataele
Martha Mataele captained Tonga to a Test win over the Cook Islands earlier this month, adding to her growing international career. The 27-year-old made her Tonga debut at the 2025...
Parramatta's de Belin seeks NRL deal
Papua New Guinea's World Cup campaign gives Jack de Belin a chance to show NRL clubs he can continue playing at the top level. He is expected to lead the...
Kangaroos to use all 23 players
Reece Walsh has been chosen to start against the Kiwis ahead of James Tedesco, this year's Clive Churchill winner. Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters explained his reasoning for the selection. Walters...
North Queensland Cowboys name 13 for World Cup
Every match will be shown live on Channel 7 on 7mate as the Rugby League World Cup begins in Sydney tonight. Thirteen North Queensland Toyota Cowboys players are named across...
Samoa's Crichton takes halves lessons to centre
More than 1,000 supporters attended a Samoa fan day last week, while the team's week-three match against Tonga has already sold out. Samoa's Friday World Cup opener against France at...
Wests Tigers sign Jayme Millard
Before switching to rugby league, Jayme Millard was part of the Young Matildas football program. Her strong 2024 NSW Women's Premiership season led to an NRLW debut in Round 4,...
Samoa's Crichton returns to centres stronger
More than 1,000 supporters attended a Samoa fan day last week as Stephen Crichton prepared for the team's Rugby League World Cup opener against France on Friday. The match at...
New Zealand target trans-Tasman double
Kalyn Ponga will represent New Zealand for the first time at the World Cup after choosing his parents' homeland. The 28-year-old fullback joins the Kiwis after leading Newcastle to the...
Catalans sign Manly's Nathan Brown
Catalans Dragons will add Nathan Brown to their squad for the 2027 Super League season, after agreeing a one-year deal with the departing Manly Sea Eagles forward. Brown is set...
Brisbane Broncos' Talty credits Maguire's influence
Talty's maternal grandmother, born in England and raised in Staffordshire, had recently celebrated her 95th birthday when he shared news of his selection. The Brisbane Broncos forward will represent her...
Brisbane's Willison agent switch sparks speculation
Xavier Willison has earned selection in New Zealand's World Cup squad after a strong season, having made his Test debut in last year's Pacific Championships. The tournament begins this Thursday...
Penrith's Leota contract talks delayed
Penrith's plans for Moses Leota remain uncertain as November 1 approaches and negotiations over his next contract have stalled. The Panthers are focusing first on captain Nathan Cleary and co-captain...
Kiwis leaders shape World Cup prep
Kiwis players are taking charge of post-training video reviews in their unit groups, easing the load on coaches, assistant coach Slade Griffin said. New Zealand open their Rugby League World...
Penrith's Jenkins rewrites try-scoring record
A Round 27 double took Tom Jenkins to 30 tries in 2026, matching Alex Johnston's competition-leading total. Jenkins ran 271 metres from 23 carries and supplied four line-break assists in...