Gallen Urges NRL To Curb Technology
Ashley Klein's omission of a crucial penalty has reignited debate about technology's growing influence over NRL officiating. The three-time grand final referee was effectively dropped on Monday after missing a...
Paulo's Parramatta Future Hinges on Money
Parramatta has three vacancies remaining in its 2027 squad after securing Jarome Luai and Jaydn Su'A for next season. One position is expected to go to 32-year-old forward Junior Paulo,...
Auckland Warriors Seek Answers After Exit
Newcastle's victory at Eden Park on Sunday ended the Warriors' campaign and set up a preliminary-final meeting with Penrith. Sam Hewat and Anthony Gelling examine the elimination semi-final, including the...
Johns Urges Cronulla Rethink Hynes Role
Johns wants Cronulla to switch Hynes to six and Trindall to seven next season. On Nine's 100% Footy, Johns said this formalised their roles. Trindall organises, while Hynes runs the...
Warriors Reshape Squad After Finals Heartbreak
Warriors chief executive Cameron George says the club will be "bigger and better" in 2027, despite the raw disappointment of their NRL finals defeat by Newcastle. The loss followed the...
NRL Grand Final Entertainment Under Fire
The AFL has booked Kylie Minogue for this year's grand final, following recent headline acts including Robbie Williams, KISS, Katy Perry and Snoop Dogg. By contrast, the NRL has abandoned...
Klein's Warriors Blunder Changes Finals Role
Adam Gee will referee Friday's preliminary final between the Dolphins and Sydney Roosters at Suncorp Stadium, with Ashley Klein appointed as the bunker official. Klein was removed from on-field duties...
Cronulla's Gallen Fears Bunker Replacing Referees
Ashley Klein was effectively dropped on Monday after missing a penalty in Newcastle's 12-10 win over the Warriors on Sunday. However, the 47-year-old will work in the bunker for Friday's...
Perth Bears Sign First WA Teenager
The Bears want their own Perth under-19s SG Ball team competing in NSW by 2029. The plan forms part of a wider development strategy before Perth's NRL entry next year....
Canterbury Land Once-Rated Jesse McLean
Canterbury have secured Jesse McLean for the 2027 season, although the club has not officially announced any signings. The 21-year-old outside back can play centre or wing and will compete...
Penrith Members Offered Must-Win Final Bus
Panthers members have until Thursday 24 September to purchase tickets for the CDC Charter Panther Bus. The service is exclusive to Panthers members travelling to Accor Stadium for Sunday 27...
Roosters' Whyte Warns Dolphins of Clash
Sam Walker's return from ankle surgery will add intrigue to Friday's preliminary final, with the Roosters halfback named alongside Daly Cherry-Evans against the Dolphins. The match at Suncorp Stadium also...
Penrith's Cleary Faces Friday Fitness Test
Penrith centre Paul Alamoti has been ruled out of Sunday's preliminary final against Newcastle because of a hamstring injury. Blaize Talagi will again replace him on the wing, while Nathan...
Brisbane Chase Another NRLW Grand Final
Ali Brigginshaw will lead Brisbane into another major finals test after making her last home appearance for the Broncos. The reigning premiers defeated the Newcastle Knights 40-16 at Totally Workwear...
Dolphins' Donoghoe Weighs Risk and Reward
Kurt Donoghoe's improved discipline has helped turn the Dolphins' 24-year-old interchange weapon into a preliminary-final contender. The Rugby League Players Association named him the NRL's best bench player in its...
Newcastle Fans Dominate Preliminary Final Tickets
Seven dedicated supporter buses are already committed to carrying Newcastle fans south for the Knights' NRL Preliminary Final against Penrith. The NRL says Knights supporters have bought 65 per cent...
Dolphins Set to Extend Woolf
The Dolphins' first finals campaign has strengthened CEO Terry Reader's resolve to retain coach Kristian Woolf beyond his current deal. Reader expects a contract extension after Friday night's qualifying final...
Warriors Howler Sees Klein Dropped
Adam Gee is now in contention to referee the NRL grand final after receiving the whistle for Friday's preliminary final between the Dolphins and Sydney Roosters. Ashley Klein was removed...
Canberra Name Unchanged Preliminary Final Squad
Captain Zahara Temara will lead an unchanged Canberra Raiders squad into Saturday night's preliminary final against the Sydney Roosters. The match is scheduled for 7.50pm on September 26 at Allianz...
Dolphins One Win From Grand Final
The Dolphins will face the Sydney Roosters at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night for a place in their first NRL Grand Final. The Brisbane club earned its preliminary-final opportunity by...
Prince Names Unchanged Lineup For Titans Final
Sunday's preliminary final against the Titans will begin at 1:05pm AEST at Cbus Super Stadium. Scott Prince has retained the same starting line-up for a fourth straight week. Reegan Hicks...
Newcastle Unchanged for Preliminary Final
Justin Holbrook will take an unchanged nib Newcastle Knights squad into Sunday afternoon's Preliminary Final against the Penrith Panthers at Accor Stadium. The 22-man group remains the same as the...
Penrith Name Squad for Knights Clash
Penrith will meet the Newcastle Knights at Accor Stadium on Sunday for a preliminary final, with Ivan Cleary selecting his 22-man Panthers squad. The first 13 are Dylan Edwards, Tom...
Dolphins Move Quickly to Retain Woolf
The Dolphins could reach an NRL Grand Final in only their fourth season, strengthening their desire to retain coach Kristian Woolf beyond his current deal. Australian Associated Press reports the...