Coaching Changes Spark Identity Crisis
COACH'S CORNER: What happens after a sacking? When a wedding is planned and either the Bride or Groom decides to back out weeks prior, or the ceremony unfolds yet the...
Unpacking Rugby League's Championship Dynamics
The timeless wisdom of rugby league suggests that the season's best team ultimately triumphs in the competition. However, it's important to consider that the path to winning a premiership is...
Hull FC's Coaching Shake-Up Sparks Controversy
Hull FC CEO Discusses Coaching Changes Richie Myler, CEO of Hull FC, has explained the club's approach to John Cartwright's exit, revealing that Steve McNamara will step into the head...
Barnett Joins Broncos for Family Reasons
Mitch Barnett, a prop for the New Zealand Warriors, has shared that he chose to sign with the Brisbane Broncos for 2027 due to family considerations and his strong connection...
Rookie Reed Set for Debut Amidst Shake-Up
Emerging talent Kade Reed has addressed doubts regarding his capacity to endure the demanding physicality of the NRL. St George Illawarra co-captain Clint Gutherson has high hopes for Reed, predicting...
Gutherson Pushes for Drinkwater Transfer
Clint Gutherson Paves the Way for Scott Drinkwater's Potential Move St George Illawarra Dragons fullback Clint Gutherson has reaffirmed his intention to recruit North Queensland Cowboys fullback Scott Drinkwater. The...
Injury Factors into Makasini's Team Omission
Injury concerns have emerged as a significant factor behind Heamasi Makasini's exclusion from the Wests Tigers' Round 8 match against the Canberra Raiders. Makasini was omitted from the 22-man squad...
South Sydney's Ongoing Melbourne Struggles
South Sydney faces a rare opportunity to conquer their long-standing NRL challenge. A typical approach to discuss a team's poor performance at a venue would involve referencing a historical event...
NRL Season Surprises and Shifts
As we reach the first quarter of the 2026 NRL season, the excitement builds toward the impending State of Origin window. This season has been filled with numerous surprises, both...
Close Competition Following Round 6 Votes
Major Shake-Up in Rankings: Mitchell and Defending Champion Surge In a thrilling Round 7 of NRL MVP voting by Zero Tackle, Nathan Cleary scored a remarkable 15 votes during Penrith's...
Dragons Change Coaches, Eye New Beginnings
Dean Young has stepped into a significant role as the interim head coach of the St George Illawarra Dragons, following the departure of Shane Flanagan. With the 2026 NRL season...
Broncos Face Injury Setbacks Early On
The Brisbane Broncos are facing a challenging start to their title defence due to a troubling injury list. At the forefront of these concerns is Reece Walsh, the Clive Churchill...
New Look Queensland Team for Origin
A new chapter unfolds as the Maroons unveil their squad for the first Women's State of Origin match in Newcastle, facing a significant shift in their lineup. With key players...
Queensland Reveals New Faces for Origin
Queensland has revealed their lineup for the inaugural match of the 2026 Women's State of Origin series, showcasing three newcomers. Phoenix-Raine Hippi, Chantay Kiria-Ratu, and Otesa Pule are set to...
Rugby League Loyalty May Lead to Mistakes
Loyalty in rugby league can often teeter on the edge of folly. This loyalty tempts selectors to opt for familiar names-those "safe picks" who may have shone in the past...
Young Confidently Debuts Reed, Bench Flanagan
Dean Young, the newly appointed coach of St George Illawarra, has made headlines by stating that halfback Kade Reed is not the team's "saviour," despite giving the 20-year-old his NRL...
Rugby League Implements New Injury Measures
Junior rugby league clubs along with neuroscience experts have embraced the National Rugby League's (NRL) recent modifications aimed at tackling rising injury concerns, though they argue additional protective measures for...
Dragons Front Office Shake-Up Amid Struggles
In recent days, the St George Illawarra Dragons have let go of three significant members of their front office, hinting at potential further upheaval. As they prepare for the upcoming...
Dolphins Secure Star Player for 2027
Selwyn Cobbo, the standout outside back for the Dolphins, has confirmed his future with the club by signing another one-year deal. After departing from the Brisbane Broncos, the Origin-calibre player...
Dragons Interim Coach Calls for Change
Dean Young revealed that Shane Flanagan expressed he had "had enough" during a recent conversation as the new interim head coach of the Dragons reflected on a tumultuous 24 hours...
NRL 2026 Round 8 Team Lists Revealed
The NRL team lists for Round 8 of the 2026 season have been released, revealing the squads for this week's matches. Catch every lineup, including any last-minute changes and significant...
Dragons Coach Sacked Amid Improved Round 7
After a dismal Round 6, I was pleased and grateful that Round 7 unfolded in such a contrasting manner. A thrilling finish in Darwin set the tone for an enjoyable...
Canterbury Bulldogs Suffer Unexpected Defeat
The recent 38 to 20 defeat of the Canterbury Bulldogs by the Parramatta Eels was more shocking than anticipated, and the subsequent response was swift. This match held special significance...
Blues Face Challenge with Coaching Changes
With St George Illawarra announcing their interim coach on Monday night, the NSW Blues are faced with a new challenge. The Blues suffered significant injuries to Tom Trbojevic and Payne...