Newcastle's plea leaves Crossland facing ban
Nathan Cleary has asked people to stop directing abuse at Phoenix Crossland, saying the tackle that injured him was accidental. "Please don't be one of those people writing comments like...
Newcastle's Crossland admits hip-drop charge
Nathan Cleary suffered a compound ankle fracture in a hip-drop tackle during Newcastle's preliminary-final win over Penrith. Cleary underwent surgery and said Monday that Phoenix Crossland had apologised after contacting...
Newcastle's Graham poised to replace Crossland
Harrison Graham was left out of Newcastle's travelling squad for the Las Vegas season opener, but is now expected to replace Phoenix Crossland at hooker in Sunday's NRL grand final...
Penrith star honoured amid injury blow
Nathan Cleary had surgery on Monday for a compound fracture and double break in his left leg, sustained in Penrith's preliminary-final loss to Newcastle. That night, the Rugby League Players'...
Roosters' Crichton recalls unlikely NRL start
Peter O'Sullivan, once in charge of Roosters recruitment, has recently overseen Newcastle's roster rebuild from wooden-spooners to grand finalists. Years earlier, he received an email from Angus Crichton's Scots College...
Gee to referee Newcastle-Roosters grand final
Adam Gee last officiated a grand final in 2023, when the Panthers came back to defeat the Broncos. He has now been appointed referee for Sunday's Roosters and Knights decider,...
Newcastle's Sharpe urged to run more
Newcastle face the Roosters for the 2026 title on Sunday at 7:30 pm. Underdog Newcastle may rely on Sharpe, whom Johns sees as the spark to bring the Provan-Summons trophy...
Penrith hip-drop send-off divides NRL debate
Sandon Smith's tap-and-go, taken after the referee marked the spot, helped decide the Roosters' Finals win over Penrith. Penrith were caught off guard. Sydney and Newcastle now contest the NRL...
Newcastle's Crossland case clouds grand final prospects
Newcastle reached its first grand final in 25 years after winning the preliminary final with 12 players. Phoenix Crossland was sent off in the 36th minute for an illegal hip-drop...
Wales name two NRLW stars
Wales begin their 2026 Rugby League World Cup campaign against England at Perth's HBF Park on October 17. Coach Tom Brindle has selected a 23-player squad, captained by Wigan's Bethan...
Penrith's Cleary condemns abuse of Crossland
Phoenix Crossland could miss much of the World Cup if suspended, as New Zealand's incumbent hooker faces a ban after being referred directly to the NRL judiciary. The Newcastle No.9...
England name five NRLW heritage players
England's women will include Australian-based heritage players at a World Cup for the first time, with five NRLW stars selected for the 2026 tournament. Coach Stuart Barrow's 23-player squad features...
North Queensland Cowboys named for World Cup
North Queensland Cowboys players feature among the selections for upcoming international events, with representatives named across the NRL and NRLW groups. The Prime Minister's XIII is scheduled to take place...
Cleary defends Newcastle's Crossland amid abuse
Newcastle's 22-14 win over Penrith secured the Knights a grand final place, but Phoenix Crossland was sent off and referred directly to the judiciary. The tackle left Nathan Cleary with...
NRL Grand Final gets mystery act
Peter V'Landys said the NRL's Grand Final would feature a surprise entertainment act 11 minutes before kick-off, despite earlier uncertainty over the pre-match show. Talks with Australian singer Tones and...
Newcastle halfback eyes Roosters fairytale
In the final minute against Penrith, Sandon Smith intercepted a pass and raced 90 metres to seal Newcastle's win. Earlier, his last-tackle run had cut the deficit to 14-10, and...
Penrith's Cleary honoured amid injury
Nathan Cleary became only the third player to win the Rugby League Players Association (RLPA) Players' Champion award more than once, joining James Tedesco and Johnathan Thurston. His 2026 win...
Newcastle need Ponga to topple Roosters
The Roosters enter Sunday's grand final as clear favourites, but former Newcastle player Matty Johns sees Kalyn Ponga as the key to a Knights upset. Johns has called Ponga the...
Penrith's Cleary may miss Dally M
Nathan Cleary is expected to miss Wednesday night's Dally M Medal ceremony at Barangaroo, despite being the strong favourite to win the award for the first time. The Penrith halfback...
Cleary defends Newcastle's Crossland amid abuse
Newcastle's 22-14 win secured a grand final place, but hooker Phoenix Crossland was sent off for a hip-drop tackle on Nathan Cleary. Cleary suffered a compound fracture and dislocated ankle,...
NRL teases mystery grand final act
NRL chairman Peter V'landys confirmed an 11-minute mystery entertainment slot before Sunday's grand final at Accor Stadium. "I've got to tell you it'll be the highest-rating 11 minutes you will...
NRL teases mystery grand final act
Newcastle and Sydney Roosters supporters marched from opposite ends of the Harbour Bridge on Monday as the NRL introduced a new grand-final-week initiative. Broncos supporters also joined ahead of the...
PNG Chiefs' Coke deal overlaps Luai's Pepsi
The PNG Chiefs' Coca-Cola deal includes grassroots support, while Bank South Pacific will deliver financial-literacy education through the club's pathways. Confirmed Monday, Coca-Cola's sleeve sponsorship runs for the first three...
Brisbane NRLW's final Red Hill training
The NRLW team will train in front of supporters at Red Hill before travelling to Sydney to prepare for Sunday's Grand Final. The open session takes place on Tuesday, 29...