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...
Australia face World Cup injury test
Australia enters the 2026 Rugby League World Cup as defending champion after beating Samoa 30-10 in the 2022 final in England. Head coach Kevin Walters is due to announce his...
Coca-Cola backs PNG Chiefs' NRL build
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners PNG has signed a multi-year premier partnership with the PNG Chiefs, whose NRL debut is set for 2028. Coca-Cola branding will appear on the playing sleeves, and...
Dolphins earn three Dream Team selections
Kurt Donoghoe has been voted the 2026 RLPA Players' Dream Team's Impact player, completing a three-player Dolphins presence in the 14-player side. Selwyn Cobbo and Herbie Farnworth also made the...
Newcastle's Smith targets Cherry-Evans fairytale
Newcastle's preliminary-final win was watched by 57,000 fans, most wearing the Knights' blue and red, as excitement built for the club's first grand final since 2001. Sandon Smith helped secure...
Newcastle Knights chase historic turnaround
The Western Suburbs Magpies went from last in 1933 to premiers in 1934, a turnaround no other first-grade side has matched in more than a century. Newcastle could make history...
Penrith's Cleary suffered severe compound fracture
Nathan Cleary is expected to face six months of recovery, barring setbacks, after emergency surgery for a compound fracture. He broke both lower-leg bones in a hip-drop tackle by Phoenix...
Wests Tigers re-sign Holli Wheeler
Wests Tigers reached their first NRLW finals series in 2026, with Holli Wheeler's leadership helping the team through the campaign. The club has re-signed the Australia and NSW representative until...
DCE Keeps Manly Coaching Door Open
South Sydney has suspended contract talks with Latrell Mitchell until next year, leaving open the possibility he departs after the 2027 season. Perth Bears coach Mal Meninga has shown interest,...