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The Newcastle Knights have finalised a 23-player squad to tour Las Vegas, a selection that was largely anticipated. The group features captain Kalyn Ponga, new recruit Dylan Brown, Origin representative...

Redcliffe Dolphins

Dolphins Complete Challenging Professional Readiness Program

LeagueNews.co13:05, February 16, 202613:05, February 16, 2026

The Dolphins' emerging stars recently concluded a three-day Professional Readiness Program at Gallipoli Army Barracks. This initiative aimed to challenge players both mentally and physically as a cohesive unit. Guided...

State of Origin

Eligibility Overhaul: NRL opens Origin to Kiwis, England

LeagueNews.co12:40, February 16, 202612:40, February 16, 2026

The NRL has overhauled State of Origin eligibility, now permitting New Zealand and England internationals to represent NSW or Queensland if they meet residency or heritage criteria. Under the previous...

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Kerr Update: Josh Kerr Fit For Round One

LeagueNews.co10:53, February 16, 202610:53, February 16, 2026

St George Illawarra have announced that new signing Josh Kerr is expected to be available for Round 1 despite being pulled from the NRL All Stars fixture in New Zealand...

National Rugby League

Cowboys Improvement: Dearden praises Mahoney after rout

LeagueNews.co9:03, February 16, 20269:03, February 16, 2026

After a 66 - 24 preseason victory over Penrith, co-captain Tom Dearden singled out Reed Mahoney as a major positive addition to the Cowboys squad this year. "Reedy has been...

National Rugby League

Trindall Shines: Woolf charge salvages 16-16 draw

Robbie Hamilton7:58, February 16, 20267:58, February 16, 2026

Braydon Trindall was the standout for the Indigenous All Stars in a 16-16 draw with the Maori All Stars. The match in Hamilton ended in stalemate late on after Trindall...

National Rugby League

Māori retain: Woolf charges down match-winning kick

LeagueNews.co18:58, February 15, 202618:58, February 15, 2026

The Maori All Stars retained the trophy after a dramatic 16-16 draw with the Indigenous All Stars in Hamilton. The Indigenous side will rue what might have been after star...

St George Illawarra Dragons

Josh Kerr Out of Match with Minor Ankle Injury

LeagueNews.co18:00, February 15, 202618:00, February 15, 2026

Dragons Injury Update: Josh Kerr The Dragons have announced that Josh Kerr has a minor ankle injury acquired during a training session with the Indigenous All-Stars ahead of their game...

NRL Women's Premiership

Indigenous Comeback: Taylor's 75m try seals All Stars

LeagueNews.co17:12, February 15, 202617:12, February 15, 2026

In a dramatic turnaround, the Indigenous women's side erased a 14-0 deficit and denied their Maori rivals, clinching a third straight All Stars triumph. Jada Taylor produced one of the...

Penrith Panthers Super League

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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MRC Decisions: MRC Issues Single Preseason Charge

LeagueNews.co10:05, February 15, 202610:05, February 15, 2026

The NRL's match review committee issued only one charge after Saturday's four-game pre-season challenge, despite on-field officials placing four players on report during the slate. Canterbury Bulldogs prop Josh Curran...

Sydney Roosters Wests Tigers

Tiger Try: Rookie Tavana's Contortionist Try

LeagueNews.co8:22, February 15, 20268:22, February 15, 2026

Wests Tigers rookie Faaletino Tavana produced one of the season's most remarkable tries during a preseason trial against the Sydney Roosters. The contest, largely featuring second-string combinations, saw the Tigers...

Canterbury Bulldogs Newcastle Knights

Bulldogs Blank Knights 28-0 in Pre-season Finale

LeagueNews.co23:02, February 14, 202623:02, February 14, 2026

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs concluded their Pre-season Challenge with a dominant 28-0 win against the Newcastle Knights. This victory sets the stage for their upcoming Round 1 match in Las Vegas....

St George Illawarra Dragons

Rabbitohs Defeat Dragons 28-24 in Charity Shield

LeagueNews.co22:12, February 14, 202622:12, February 14, 2026

The Dragons faced off against the Rabbitohs in a thrilling Charity Shield match, ultimately losing 28-24 at Wollongong's WIN Stadium on Saturday night. A lively crowd filled the stadium for...

St George Illawarra Dragons

Hamstring Risk: Burton hamstring threatens Vegas selection

Robbie Hamilton20:37, February 14, 2026

Bulldogs playmaker Matt Burton is set for scans after a hamstring issue that could cost him a trip to Las Vegas. The potential withdrawal looms with only five days before...

Wests Tigers

Tiger Try: Tavana's acrobatic try steals show

Robbie Hamilton18:51, February 14, 2026

A spectacular effort in February put a Wests Tigers trial on track to be an early contender for try of the year. The match ended 42-26 in favour of the...

National Rugby League

Tedesco Replacement: Roosters Eye Tedesco Fullback Replacements

LeagueNews.co14:39, February 14, 2026

The Roosters enjoyed a season with Tedesco playing every game, so a back-up plan wasn't needed last year. The club hopes that run of availability continues, but Trent Robinson must...

Cronulla Sharks State of Origin

Brailey Debut: Blayke Brailey Earns Kangaroos Call

LeagueNews.co12:52, February 14, 202612:52, February 14, 2026

Blayke Brailey's standout 2025 with the Cronulla Sharks earned him a spot in the Kangaroos touring party to England. The Shire dummy half continued to emerge as one of the...

Melbourne Storm Parramatta Eels

Lomax Texts: Storm Texted NRL Over Lomax

LeagueNews.co11:06, February 14, 202611:06, February 14, 2026

Court filings reveal the Melbourne Storm allegedly messaged NRL executives to kickstart discussions about Zac Lomax joining their club. The dispute over Lomax's contract has intensified, with the Parramatta Eels...

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Warriors' Key Players Out for Preseason Matches

LeagueNews.co10:18, February 14, 202610:18, February 14, 2026

Three players are poised for round one after missing trials. Winger Roger Tuivasa-Sheck, second rower Marata Niukore, and standoff Chanel Harris-Tavita won't compete in the NZ Warriors' Preseason Challenge matches....