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The New Zealand Warriors are poised to experience an unexpected early-season advantage, as Luke Metcalf is recovering from his ACL injury faster than anticipated. Metcalf sustained the injury during the...

NRL Season Launches in Las Vegas

LeagueNews.co6:04, March 1, 20266:04, March 1, 2026

The NRL season gets underway today with a thrilling double-header in Las Vegas, marking the start of a 27-round quest leading to the finals. Here are some insightful predictions for...

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NRL 2026 Season Predictions Unveiled

LeagueNews.co9:42, February 28, 20269:42, February 28, 2026

The 2026 NRL season is set to commence on Sunday, and fans and analysts are finalizing their predictions for the ladder. This is an exciting period for supporters, as each...

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Bulldogs Consider Positional Changes After Finals Exit

Robbie Hamilton16:16, February 27, 202616:16, February 27, 2026

Bold Changes Needed for Bulldogs' Title Hopes Following a disappointing exit in the 2025 NRL Finals Series, the Bulldogs are exploring a significant positional change to secure their first championship...

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Cleary Wins Judiciary Challenge, Eligible for Round 1

LeagueNews.co18:48, February 23, 202618:48, February 23, 2026

Panthers co-captain Nathan Cleary has successfully contested his NRL judiciary charge. He faced a grade two careless high tackle charge for his collision with Heamasi Makasini during a trial match...

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Cleary Declines Chiefs Coaching Opportunity

Robbie Hamilton8:08, February 23, 20268:08, February 23, 2026

Cleary's Decision on PNG Chiefs: No Move for the NRL Coach In light of recent speculation about his potential role as coach for the PNG Chiefs, Ivan Cleary, the successful...

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Cleary's Suspension Appeal in Upcoming Judiciary

Robbie Hamilton19:02, February 22, 202619:02, February 22, 2026

The Penrith Panthers are set to challenge Nathan Cleary's careless high tackle charge at the judiciary, aiming for a downgrade to allow their star playmaker to participate in the first...

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Penrith Seeks Downgrade for Cleary's Charge

LeagueNews.co18:36, February 22, 202618:36, February 22, 2026

The Penrith Panthers are preparing to contest Nathan Cleary's careless high tackle charge at the NRL judiciary, aiming for his participation in the opening round. Cleary received a grade two...

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Cowboys 19s: Cowboys' Payten Under Pressure

LeagueNews.co9:16, February 22, 20269:16, February 22, 2026

The North Queensland Cowboys head into the 2026 NRL season under significant scrutiny with their coach's position appearing precarious if results don't improve. Talent remains on the list but persistent...

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Knights 2026: Knights start 2026 rebuild under Holbrook

LeagueNews.co11:58, February 21, 2026

The Newcastle Knights enter 2026 with a new coach and high expectations after a poor season. There is significant pressure on the club to rebound following one of the weakest...

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Cleary Faces Suspension for High Tackle Charge

LeagueNews.co9:32, February 21, 20269:32, February 21, 2026

NRL's Match Review Committee has charged Panthers co-captain Nathan Cleary after a trial match against the Wests Tigers at Leichhardt Oval on Friday night. Cleary faces a grade two charge...

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Talking Points: Tigers, Dolphins win; Panthers, Warriors lose

LeagueNews.co8:24, February 21, 20268:24, February 21, 2026

The Wests Tigers and Dolphins closed their pre-seasons with encouraging wins on Friday night while the Penrith Panthers and New Zealand Warriors finished with defeats. All four teams revealed both...

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Bears Raid: Perth Bears Offer Sorensen Two-Year Deal

LeagueNews.co13:37, February 15, 2026

The Perth Bears have intensified efforts to recruit Penrith Panthers forward Scott Sorensen with a two-year contract offer. Sorensen, a premiership winner, has long been tipped to depart Penrith by...

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Gold Coast Titans' 2026 Comeback Plans

LeagueNews.co12:06, February 8, 202612:06, February 8, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe NRL Best 19s for 2026: Gold Coast Titans The Gold Coast Titans concluded the 2025 season poorly, finishing at the lower end of the ladder. However,...

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Dolphins Set for 2026: Questions and Expectations

LeagueNews.co13:19, February 7, 202613:19, February 7, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe The Dolphins head into 2026 facing numerous uncertainties about their optimal lineup, but they are eager for significant improvement. The 2025 season was plagued by injuries...

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Panthers' Selection Dilemmas for 2026

LeagueNews.co9:29, February 4, 20269:29, February 4, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy For the first time in several years, the Penrith Panthers are entering a new season without losing any major players, allowing them to approach the 2026...

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Panthers Lock Down Promising Young Forward

LeagueNews.co9:48, January 28, 20269:48, January 28, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy The Penrith Panthers are taking proactive measures to prevent the loss of their young talent, and their latest move reflects this commitment. The club has swiftly...

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Luai Confirms 2026 Role as Five-Eighth

LeagueNews.co8:57, January 24, 20268:57, January 24, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Cooper McEnroe Wests Tigers standout half Jarome Luai has officially announced that he will assume the five-eighth position instead of halfback in the 2026 season. Luai, who made...

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Dragons Pin Hopes on Atkinson for 2026

LeagueNews.co7:24, January 24, 20267:24, January 24, 2026

LeagueNews.co | Jess Malloy Act of Squad: Dragons predicted team and 2026 overview The Dragons are pinning their hopes on World Cup playmaker Daniel Atkinson to convert a series of...