NRL

Kalyn Ponga has finally addressed speculation the gun fullback will leave the Knights to play rugby union.

KIERSTEN DUKE: The Bulldogs are showing they have some real bite, while a teenage prodigy is breathing fire for the Dragons.

An NRL great has been fined and had his licence disqualified for almost a year after being busted driving almost four times over the blood alcohol limit.

Ryan Papenhuyzen is at long odds to line up against Manly on Saturday while Cameron Munster is still to return to the club following his father's death.

Bradman Best is keen for good mate Kalyn Ponga to stay, but he’s confident the Knights have the depth at fullback if the skipper decides to leave.

The reason behind the explosive decision is really quite simple.

MARK ‘SPUDD’ CARROLL: Nathan Cleary should never have played State of Origin III.

After 17 NRL seasons playing for three clubs as well as captaining his country, one of the game’s most respected players is bringing his career to a close.

MITCHELL JOHNSON: Queensland’s stirring State of Origin triumph will long be remembered for the contribution of captain Cameron Munster, who played just days after the death of his father.

Tears were flowing as the grief-stricken captain and coach embraced after the famous victory.

Queensland have beaten NSW 24-12 in Sydney to win back the State of Origin shield and complete one of the Maroons' most unlikely series comebacks.

Time and time again we see athletes in all different codes experience heartbreaking events and still go on to represent their team.

‘It’s the end of an era for Des.’

The grief-stricken captain is ready to lead the Maroons, two days after his father’s sudden death.

In an Origin series full of twists, none have captured the imagination quite like Billy Slater slowly going crackers in real time.