Kirwan Challenges New Zealand's Franchise Model
John Kirwan says New Zealand rugby should learn from the NRL, whose crowds and competition have strengthened because supporters care about it. The All Blacks great believes New Zealand's domestic...
Sydney Roosters Seek Away Prelim Win
The Sydney Roosters face the Dolphins at a sold-out Suncorp Stadium on Friday, needing to overturn a poor away record in preliminary finals. The Roosters have played five preliminary finals...
Isaako Never Wanted To Leave Dolphins
Jamayne Isaako has scored 1043 points across the Dolphins' first 97 matches, appearing in every game in the club's history. The Kiwi winger led the NRL scoring standings in three...
Katoa's Rocky Road to Dolphins Captaincy
One victory separates the Dolphins from their first NRL grand final, with captain Isaiya Katoa set to lead the challenge. Four years after emerging on the junior stage, Katoa has...
Sydney Roosters Restore Walker for Final
Sydney Roosters captain James Tedesco and halfback Daly Cherry-Evans missed Monday's training because of illness, but coach Trent Robinson expects both to play. "A little bit crook, but that's cool....
Penrith Face Newcastle's Fairytale Bid
Penrith and Newcastle will meet in the finals for the first time, despite contesting 60 matches since the Knights joined the competition in 1988. The Panthers are chasing a sixth...
NRL Grand Final Act Falls Through
Peter V'landys says the NRL will redirect the planned $1 million performance budget to junior rugby league after Tones and I withdrew. The Australian singer was due to headline the...
Wigan Retain Mago Despite NRL Interest
Patrick Mago has committed to Wigan, ending speculation over a return to the NRL. The 31-year-old Auckland-born forward signed for two seasons, with a further year available to the club....
Newcastle's Ex-Groundsman Targets Penrith
Newcastle's Francis Manuleleua has played only 13 NRL matches, yet Sunday's preliminary final against Penrith presents his biggest challenge. The 22-year-old Auckland-born forward will confront Liam Martin and aim to...
NRL's Million-Dollar Grand Final Music Debate
The AFL has booked Kylie Minogue for its decider, continuing its long-standing advantage over the NRL in pre-match entertainment. The NRL grand final will have no comparable musical production this...
Old Fashioned, Makarov Face Weekend Tests
Bill Thurlow faces an important weekend with Old Fashioned and Makarov, two lightly raced horses who began their careers with victories. Old Fashioned will contest Saturday's Gr.2 The Foxes @...
Gold Coast Prepare for Home Final
Free entry will be available at Cbus Super Stadium on Saturday, September 26, as the Titans NRLW team prepares for its first home final. Supporters may enter through Gate B...
Auckland Warriors Face 2026 Backline Shake-Up
The Warriors' historic Eden Park crowd was overshadowed when spectators threw rubbish and bottles at referee Ashley Klein after their finals defeat. New Zealand's side ended its premiership campaign with...
Ohukia's Bold Buy Eyes Guineas
System Of Play is now a $4 favourite for the Gr.1 Al Basti Equiworld Dubai New Zealand 2000 Guineas (1600m), rewarding Jamie and Chanel Beatson's investment. The Ohukia Lodge owners...
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...