NRL

Payne Haas, the best prop in the NRL, may have played his final game for Australia. (Scott Radford-Chisholm/AAP PHOTOS)

Broncos superstar to make big call on Samoa defection

Payne Haas is set to switch international allegiances, delivering an almighty boost to Samoa's hopes of winning a World Cup.

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The Panthers celebrate the 2021 premiership - their first of four in a row.

Panthers on brink of emulating NRL’s famous Sainthood

If Penrith go on to win this year’s title, they will have earned the right to join the Saints on the top step of rugby league’s podium.

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Brandon Smith was released without charge after being questioned by police. (Scott Radford-Chisholm/AAP PHOTOS)

Mystery as NRL star interviewed by police at airport

The NRL integrity unit has been called in after police said they ‘had cause’ to speak to the high-profile recruit.

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Rabbitoh Jye Gray is the latest NRL player to be tempted by a code switch to a new competition. (Mark Evans/AAP PHOTOS)

Bunnies young gun coy on future after being linked to R360

Young second-rower Jacob Host and 28-gamer Jye Gray haven't ruled out moves away from the NRL as they prepare for latest "Spoon Bowl".

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Penrith coach Ivan Cleary is concerned for the well-being of under-fire trainer Corey Bocking (r). (Dave Hunt/AAP PHOTOS)

Harsh and unfair: Coach Cleary responds to trainer ban

Penrith coach Ivan Cleary has launched a passionate defence of under-fire trainer Corey Bocking after the NRL banned him for running in front of a goalkicker.

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Three Tigers players were given a formal warning over offensive hand gestures. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

Naden fined as Tigers learn fate over khawd gesture

Three Wests Tigers players accused of making an offensive gesture at Canterbury fans have learned whether they will be sanctioned over the incident.

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Tamika Upton of the Broncos scores a try in the horrific conditions.

Torrential rail fails to wash away Magic - just ask the fans

KIERSTEN DUKE: The inaugural NRLW Magic Round will be remembered for more than just being a marquee moment for women’s sport in this country.

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Brent Naden, right, celebrates a Tigers try during the round 22 match. He is set to be fined for the gesture.

Tigers whacked after Middle Eastern hand gesture

NRL has cracked down on the Wests Tigers after multiple players flashed a controversial Middle Eastern hand signal during Sunday's win.

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Mr Perrett had a stint with Wynnum Manly Seagulls.

NRL star sues club ‘for millions’

A former NRL player is suing his old club after he collapsed with heat stroke during a pre-season training session, suffering permanent injuries.

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Six reasons for massive Penrith penalty

Phil Gould might think it’s the greatest beat-up in rugby league history, but the NRL has revealed why it has come down hard on the Panthers.

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Out of the struggling teams in 2025, Souths are best-placed to bounce back into the 2026 NRL finals.

The NRL battlers who will play finals in 2026

MARK ‘SPUDD’ CARROLL: There have been some real sob stories this season, but after this club’s horror run I predict they will bounce back big time next year.

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Aunty Joy Murphy was due to perform a Welcome to Country before the game.

NRL club issues public apology months after Welcome to Country drama

Aunty Joy Murphy was ‘heartbroken’ when the ceremony was scrapped moments before the Anzac Day clash.

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Gold Coast star Jayden Campbell's missed conversion attempt has proven costly for Penrith.

Panthers cop huge fine, ban over trainer blunder

Penrith have been handed a massive fine and will be without a trainer for five games following a controversial incident in their NRL win over the Gold Coast Titans.

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Tigers players appeared to taunt Bulldogs fans with the "khod" gesture after their victory. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)

NRL investigating Tigers’ obsence try taunt

WATCH THE VIDEO: Wests Tigers players performed an act to deliberately rile Canterbury's Arabic fan base and the Bulldogs are livid about it.

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