Gagai was surprised to see Trbojevic sent to the bin

Souths centre Dane Gagai thought the Jake Trbojevic should have been penalised and was shocked to see him dismissed following their collision in Friday night’s elimination semi-final.

NRL inconsistency continues as Hasler escapes reprimand

The ongoing debate around inconsistency in the NRL's punishments for on and off-field indiscretions has continued after Manly coach Des Hasler miraculously escaped a fine after saying his side was 'dudded'.

Manly halfback Kane Elgey retires

Manly Sea Eagles playmaker Kane Elgey has announced his retirement from the NRL after just 58 games in first grade.

NRL finals: Sam Burgess insists he won't be muzzled after 'kangaroo court' jab

The South Sydney skipper was handed a $10,000 suspended fine and hauled into the NRL for a ‘please explain'.

Raiders extend rising star

The Canberra Raiders have announced the re-signing of young gun Bailey Simonsson for a further three years and keeping him at the club until the end of 2023, days prior to their prelim final with South Sydney.

Vison of Tyrone Peachey training with Penrith isn't the former Origin star

Discipline the key for Ricky's Raiders

After a controversial weekend that saw a plethora of sin-bins and costly refereeing decisions, Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has stressed the importance of players keeping their cool against Souths.

Legend calls for Souths switch

Former NSW State of Origin star Luke Lewis has called for South Sydney Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett to make a big selection call on Friday night and move Dane Gagai back to the wing.

Israel Folau set to make shock rugby league return

Israel Folau is set to make a dramatic return to rugby league, just months after he was sensationally axed from rugby union after Rugby Australia terminated his contract over homophobic posts the superstar cross-code international made on Instagram.

Slater, Gallen bewildered by Lodge captaincy reports

Retired NRL greats Paul Gallen and Billy Slater have questioned reports suggesting contentious figure Matt Lodge may be brought in to be the next captain of the Brisbane Broncos.

Shane Flanagan reveals the emotional toll coaching ban had on his family

Banished former Sharks coach Shane Flanagan has lifted the lid on the significant mental his ban from coaching has had on him and his family.

Burgess makes apology for public NRL judiciary bashing

South Sydney Rabbitohs captain Sam Burgess has issued a public apology for the comments he made towards the NRL judiciary last week.

Teddy strengthens argument for game's best with stellar season

James Tedesco is on track to claim one of the biggest hauls of individual and team honours ever collected in the game’s history.

Annesley concedes officials missed crucial penalty in fiery Manly-Souths final

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has addressed a crucial error made by the referees during South Sydney's contentious win over the Sea Eagles on Friday night.

Latrell Mitchell: Racism has gotten worse since calling out social media trolls

Mitchell has altered the comment settings on his various social media platforms to filter the abuse.

Annesley defends Hasler's 'dudded' call following Trbojevic sin bin

NRL Head of Football Graham Annesley does not believe Des Hasler should be fined for his comments following Manly’s controversial finals exit, defending the coach’s use of the word ‘dudded’.

Andrew Voss' unorthodox solution to sin bin dramas

Trust Vossy to always think outside the box.

Laurie Daley says only repeat offenders should be sin-binned for slapping

Will this fix the problem?

Shane Flanagan doesn't rule out taking assistant coaching job at the Dragons

Would it work?

Kevin Walters says Cameron Smith has been under pressure heading into the finals

"He's been a bit cranky the last few weeks"

Bulldog's Bite: Is rugby league the toughest sport in the world if players are marched for slapping?

Change the rule.

Fittler sides with NRL's controversial stance

Fittler backed the NRL despite a tidal wave of criticism over the decision to sin-bin two players for slapping over the weekend.

Broncos plan 'has to be blown up', says club legend

The Broncos crashed out of the 2019 NRL season with a 58-0 elimination final loss to the Eels.

Tristan Sailor stuns fans with incredible try in Canterbury Cup finals

"That is the best finish ever

The Weekend Hangover: The revealing truth behind Des Hasler's blow-up with Graham Annesley

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the action from the second week of finals.

Dragons winger to return from freak injury

St George Illawarra Dragons winger Jordan Pereira is set to return from a freak neck injury on Sunday afternoon against the Newtown Jets in the Canterbury Cup preliminary final.

Peter Sterling says Jake Trbojevic deserved to be sin-binned in Manly's loss to the Rabbitohs

Does he nail it?

NRL Finals: Cameron Smith hit with fine for Reed Mahoney slap, free to play Roosters next week

Fair enough?

Seibold considering shock Broncos captaincy switch, report

Lodge was a controversial signing with the Broncos in 2018 and was promoted to the club’s leadership group this season.

Bellamy nervous after Smith's sin-binning for slap

Cameron Smith was sin-binned for slapping Eels hooker Reed Mahoney in the head during Saturday’s semi-final.

Smith lied about sin-binning, claims Gould

Gould claims Smith’s off-camera reaction to his sin-binning on Saturday night was very different to his public response.

Smith offers curious defence for slap after sin-binning

Cameron Smith was sent to the sin-bin for slapping Reed Mahoney in the first half of Saturday’s 32-0 win over Parramatta.

Benji Marshall re-signs with Wests Tigers for 2020

He's back.

NRL Finals: Storm vs Eels - Michael Ennis questions why Cam Smith was sin-binned but not Maika Sivo

"It's absolutely crazy"

NRL Finals: Storm vs Eels - Cameron Smith sin-binned for lashing out at Reed Mahoney

Fair or harsh?

NRL Finals: Storm vs Eels - Maika Sivo levels Ryan Papenhuyzen with huge shoulder charge

Ouch.

Girdler and Annesley come to blows over controversial sin-bin

NRL's head of football Graham Annesley and former Penrith Panthers great Ryan Girdler have come to blows over Jake Trbojevic's contentious sin-binning in Friday's knockout semi-final between the Sea Eagles and Rabbitohs.

Rabbitohs not sanctioned over mystery alleged eye gouge

With eye gouges a hot topic in the NRL at the moment, some keen-eyed viewers thought Liam Knight, or even Damien Cook, might have been in trouble on Friday night.

Andrew Johns reveals his biggest concern for the Knights

Two-time premiership Knights great Andrew Johns holds deep concerns over the way Newcastle approaches the development of junior players, following a bitterly disappointing season in the Hunter.

Gus: Souths have overachieved by reaching a preliminary final

In an oscillating 80 minutes that, at times, threatened to disappoint, South Sydney got the job done, winning 34-26.

Walker livid with first-half sin-binning against Manly

South Sydney playmaker Cody Walker admits he was furious when he was controversially sent to the sin-bin for slapping Manly counterpart Jack Gosiewski during the first half of Friday's belter semi-final.

Three players charged after spiteful South Sydney v Manly semi final

There was some real feeling in this game.

Super League: Wigan 18-12 Salford

Defending Super League champions Wigan Warriors will face St Helens for a place in the grand final after beating Salford Red Devils 18-12.

Enter now to join Johnathan Thurston and NBA legend Paul Pierce at the NRL Grand Final

The NRL and NBA are giving two lucky fans a chance to meet Johnathan Thurston and NBA legend Paul Pierce at the NRL Grand Final.

Ex-Parramatta forward signs with Huddersfield Giants

Ex-Eel Edwards has spent the past two seasons with English Super League club Les Catalans.

Bennett admits to hilarious mistake during Rabbitohs' semi-final escape

Bennett’s Bunnies produced a late comeback to score a 34-26 win over the Sea Eagles and book a preliminary final date with the Raiders.

Bennett, Annesley reject Hasler’s explosive claim

Hasler declared his men were ‘dudded’ by a controversial sin-binning in the Sea Eagles’ 34-26 loss to the Rabbitohs.

Hasler details Annesley phone call, says Manly were 'dudded'

The Sea Eagles’ bowed out of the NRL premiership race with a controversial 34-26 loss to the Rabbitohs on Friday night.

Emotional Trbojevic concedes he lost Manly the game

Parker sent to bin for trip on Souths' James Roberts

Manly Sea Eagles centre Brad Parker has been sent to the sidelines for ten minutes after tripping James Roberts on the try line in the second half of Friday night's knock out semi-final.

Tempers flare as Walker sin-binned against Manly

Cowboys eyeing off Tigers and Kiwi star Esan Marsters

Ryan Matterson may not be the only breakout talent on his way out of Concord, with Kiwi international centre Esan Marsters also potentially on the move.

Johns urges Broncos to go all out for Val

Two-time premiership Newcastle great Andrew Johns has identified Valentine Holmes as the key part of the puzzle that will solve Brisbane's on-field struggles.

NRL gives the green light for the return of Shane Flanagan to coaching

HUGE update in the career of Shane Flanagan

Cronulla Sharks extend 2019 debutant Will Kennedy's contract

Kennedy is now the final 2019 debutant to sign on for next year

Sione Katoa joins Canterbury Bulldogs on two-year deal

Bulldogs continue to boost their depth with the signing of the Tongan international

Paul Kent blasts Ryan Matterson as Wests Tigers reportedly preparing to let him walk

"This is part of the cancer that is affecting the game...

Tigers put pain to wounded Wolves

Tries from Adam Milner and Jordan Rankin helped Castleford Tigers to victory on the road in a hard-fought elimination final.

Rovers sign Shaun Kenny-Dowall

Former New Zealand international Shaun Kenny-Dowall is heading for Super League after signing for Hull Kingston Rovers.

Broncos urged to hire ex-Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan

Flanagan was this week given the green light to return to coaching after he was last year deregistered by the NRL.

Tallis suggests Broncos should target Roosters star

Keary has two seasons to run on his Roosters deal but Tallis believes his former club should make a play for the star five-eighth.

Bird already knows his next NRL club, claims Johns

The Broncos have reportedly granted Bird permission to negotiate with rival NRL clubs.

NRL give Flanagan green light to return as assistant coach

Banished premiership-winning coach Shane Flanagan has been approved to return back to the NRL coaching ranks, but will have to wait until 2022 before he can take up a head coaching role.

Former Aussie NRL stars vying for Super League's Man of Steel award

The Super League has drawn its five-man shortlist for the Man of Steel award, with former NRL stars Blake Austin, Jackson Hastings and Lachlan Coote leading the chase for the top gong.

Egan meets with Warriors as move over Tasman nears

Rising young Penrith hooker Wayde Egan is in the sights of the New Zealand Warriors, with the club showing the 20-year-old rake their facilities recently in a bid to lure him over the Tasman.

Matterson granted leaved from Wests Tigers

Ryan Matterson’s future at Wests Tigers appears even more uncertain after the club granted him leave from training for the remainder of 2019.

Marshall-King signs two-year contract extension

Canterbury hooker Jeremy Marshall-King has been rewarded for a stand-out 2019 season, accepting a two-year contract extension.

The Lurker: Jack Bird's contract under the microscope during Broncos clean out

Anthony Seibold is promising major surgery to his side.

'He was honest and wasn't scripted': Bennett throws support behind Burgess

South Sydney coach Wayne Bennett has thrown his support behind captain Sam Burgess following the fiery forward's recent dig at the NRL judiciary.

Wayne Bennett defends Darius Boyd amidst calls for retirement

'He’s had a lot of criticism...

West Tigers confirm departure of three players

The Tigers confirmed the departures via their website

Johns, Fittler issue Storm warning to high-flying Moses

Whilst stating he's arguably the best half in the competition at the moment, immortal great Andrew Johns has issued a warning to in-form Mitchell Moses ahead of Parramatta's huge semi-final against Melbourne.

Sam Burgess has found an ally and supporter in Manly coach Des Hasler

Sam Burgess has found an ally and supporter in Manly coach Des Hasler.

Josh Reynolds defends Brisbane Broncos after pokie debacle ahead of Parramatta Eels demolition

Nit picking?

Brisbane Broncos set to dump stars after record-breaking loss

Four high-profile Broncos are set to be dumped after their record-breaking loss

Damien Cook defends 'angry head' Sam Burgess

"He’s had a couple of slip ups this year"

Broncos privately admit the obvious amid pokies scandal, report

The Broncos are in damage control after six players were spotted playing the pokies the night before Sunday’s 58-0 loss to the Eels.

JWH suspension ‘disappointing for fans’, says Robinson

Waerea-Hargreaves will miss the Roosters’ preliminary final next Saturday after he was handed a one-match ban for tripping.

Fittler blames Broncos players but 'feels sorry' for NRL stars

Fittler has weighed in on the Broncos’ controversy after six players were seen playing the pokies the night before their 58-0 elimination final loss to the Eels.

Knights farewell Buhrer and Kenny-Dowall among five departures

Five players in Newcastle's full-time squad have farewelled the club following the official conclusion of their season.

Gus would rather Broncos were together drinking

Premiership-winning coach Phil Gould says he would have preferred the entire Brisbane team be at the pub drinking before taking on Parramatta rather than splitting into small groups and doing their own thing.

Eels stars repay Sterlo's faith

It’s not so much what Peter Sterling did say, it was more what he didn’t say during the lean times that has endeared him to Parramatta players now hanging off his every word.

Broncos should sign Aidan Sezer 'tomorrow'

Just days after they were bundled out of the 2019 season in embarrassing fashion, Andrew Johns says the Broncos should recruit Canberra playmaker Aidan Sezer.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy responds to Brisbane Broncos pokies crisis

You reckon Storm players would be pulling the same trick?

Burgess in hot water over judiciary comments

South Sydney Rabbitohs enforcer Sam Burgess is in hot water with the NRL over the comments he made about the judiciary - a poorly-timed distraction ahead of their sudden-death clash with Manly.

Burgess in full Terminator mode

South Sydney Rabbitohs enforcer Sam Burgess enters Friday night’s knockout semi against Manly in Terminator mode after the NRL called him in for a chat following his explosive comments on the judiciary.

Burgess is back! The NRL team lists are in

Two teams are eliminated and another two will pack their bags this weekend as the race towards the NRL Grand Final heats up. Rabbitohs, Sea Eagles, Storm and Eels all remain in the hunt this weekend.

Sharks to enter enemy territory in 2020

The bitter rivalry between the Cronulla Sharks and St George Illawarra Dragons will step up a level in 2020, with the Sharks officially set to take home games to Jubilee Oval in 2020.

Who is the best prop in the NRL?

The big men in the NRL in 2019 are as good as they have ever been, and this season has seen a plethora of new big boys emerge - so the question is, who is the best prop in the competition?

Broncos woes continue as young guns linked with moves

Fresh off a 58-0 semi-final drubbing and the revelation of a pokies session the night before, the Brisbane Broncos are now in a fight to retain two of the brightest young stars - Jack Bird and Kotoni Staggs.

Burgess blasts judiciary, NRL management and media

Burgess will return from a controversial one-game suspension in South Sydney’s semi-final against Manly on Friday night.

Benji defends embattled Boyd

Wests Tigers veteran Benji Marshall says the criticism of Broncos skipper Darius Boyd is unwarranted.

JWH fails at the judiciary, will miss GF qualifier

Lockyer, Lewis hit out at senior Broncos after pre-game pokie session

Broncos heavyweights and immortal greats Darren Lockyer and Wally Lewis have slammed the behaviour of a number of senior players following the side's embarrassing finals loss to Parramatta.

Broncos confirm pokies session before 58-0 loss

Brisbane have denied that any of their players broke team rules but conceded "they should have been more professional in their actions" following a Saturday night pokies session.

Smith urges fans to lay off the referees

Cameron Smith has addressed the controversial touchline decision that ended Melbourne's hopes of a last-minute attempt at victory against the Raiders on the weekend.

Comment: What the pokie session tells us about Seibold's Broncos

How many Brisbane players do you reckon would have been out slapping Queen of the Nile the night before an elimination final if Wayne Bennett was still coach?

Adam Doueihi: Wayne Bennett doesn't owe me an apology

Souths look a more settled side with Doueihi at No.1

Broncos players slapping night before Eels drubbing

The fallout from the Brisbane Broncos 58-0 finals loss to the Parramatta Eels continues, with club officials now confirming that a group of senior players were out playing the pokies the night before the game.

Gould would help the NRL 'for nothing'

Phil Gould has stated he would help fix the NRL free of charge amid a string of calls for the former Penrith Panthers general manager to help solve some of the game's pressing issues.

Raiders extend Bateman's contract

The Canberra Raiders have re-signed forward Luke Bateman on a one-year deal, keeping him at the club until the end of the 2020 NRL season.

Bulldog's Bite: I told you Ricky Stuart is a great coach, but you wouldn't listen

Stuart has done a remarkable job this season with the Raiders.

Legends debate potential Eels upset

Fresh off a 58-0 thrashing of the Brisbane Broncos, rugby league legend Laurie Daley believes the in-form Parramatta Eels can upset heavyweights the Melbourne Storm on Saturday night.

Gould continues his criticism of NRL judiciary system

He is arguably the smartest man in rugby league - so are the NRL hierarchy hearing Phil Gould's criticism of the judiciary system after the latest incident involving Roosters star Jared Wearea-Hargreaves?

Broncos boss Paul White's job on the rocks

It was one of the most embarrassing finals performances on record and the biggest loss in the Broncos' 31-year history.

Broncos CEO apologises for finals embarrassment, signals imminent changes

Brisbane Broncos CEO Paul White has issued a stern apology to the club's supporters and sponsors after an embarrassing finals exit and overall disappointing 2019 campaign.

Comment: Why Broncos fans should blame the suits

Brisbane fans looking to vent their fury after their team’s pathetic finals departure might be better off aiming the anger at the suits in charge rather than the players.

Daley, Walters urge Storm to make key team change

NRL greats Laurie Daley and Kevin Walters have suggested Melbourne must reinstate Brodie Croft at halfback after their shock qualifying final loss to the Raiders on Saturday.

Griffin demands Broncos make roster changes after shocking fiansl exit

Former Broncos and Panthers coach Anthony Griffin has urged Anthony Seibold to go to the market urgently after Brisbane's horror exit from the finals this season.

NRL rule out amending interchange rule in wake of Joey Leilua incident

Leilua was treated on the sideline before kick-off for Saturday’s Canberra v Melbourne qualifying final

Annesley calls for fans to 'pull their heads in' after attacks on under-fire touch judge

The NRL's head of football Graham Annesley has passionately leaped to the defense of touch judge Michael Wise and asked for fans to "pull their heads in" after a range of threats were made to the official following a controversial decision made in the dying stages of Saturday's qualifying final between Melbourne and Canberra.

Brisbane legends continue to pile on after woeful display

The Brisbane Broncos are one of, if not the proudest clubs in the history of the NRL - but after Sunday's 58-0 semi-finals loss to the Parramatta Eels, the legends are starting to pile on the criticism.

Kevin Walters blasts 'humiliating' Brisbane Broncos after Parramatta Eels drubbing

Humiliating.

Flanagan hopeful of coaching return

Former Cronulla Sharks coach Shane Flanagan says he is hopeful of a return to the NRL coaching ranks, as he awaits the result of a meeting between CEO Todd Greenberg and the ARL Commission.

Broncos star adamant he hasn't played last game for club

The Broncos crashed out of the 2019 NRL premiership race with a 58-0 elimination final loss to Parramatta on Sunday.

Arthur admits he didn’t see record-breaking win coming

The Eels stormed into a semi-final against Melbourne with a record 58-0 demolition of the Broncos on Sunday.

The Weekend Hangover: Seibold: I am not apologising

The Brisbane coach is under the pump after his side were thrashed 58-0 by Parramatta.

Anthony Seibold 'embarrassed' after Brisbane's record-breaking loss

"The most disappointing thing was...

Social media roasts Broncos after record breaking performance

It was open slather after the record-breaking loss

Edene Gebbie wows Souths fans with incredible Queensland Cup try

Souths fans get excited!

Sydney Marathon: North Queensland Cowboys fan breaks Guinness World Record for fastest marathon dressed as a footy player

He ran a full marathon while wearing a mouth guard.

Roosters prop Jared Waerea-Hargreaves pleads not guilty to tripping charge on James Roberts

They're gonna fight it.

Hasler's huge call after Manly's ‘very proud win’

The wounded Sea Eagles stunned the Sharks with a 28-16 victory in Saturday’s elimination final.

Bulldogs reportedly circling Raiders veteran

Leilua has reportedly been given permission from the Raiders to negotiate with rival NRL clubs.

Leilua reveals aftermath of fireworks mishap

Leilua was unable to start the Raiders’ qualifying final against the Storm after a bizarre mishap.

‘Nice to have some talent now’, says Ricky Stuart

The Raiders shocked NRL minor premiers the Storm with a 12-10 upset victory on Saturday night.

Bellamy blames players for Raiders loss, not touch judge or fireworks

The Storm suffered a shock 12-10 loss to the Raiders in Saturday’s qualifying final at AAMI Park.

Brad Parker awarded contentious try after apparent knock-on

The night for the Sharks goes from bad to worse

Huge touch judge blunder shrouds Raiders huge win over Storm

A crucial decision from a touch judge has shrouded Canberra massive 2-point victory over Melbourne at AAMI Park in the qualifying final.

Match delayed after firework hits Joey Leilua's eye

You can not make this stuff up

NRL team lists: Late change for Sharks

The wait is over, the finals have arrived and a weekend full of mouth-watering matchups awaits.

No change needed for enforcer Brown

He's just spent time on the sidelines for an ugly shoulder charge - but Parramatta Eels enforcer Nathan Brown has been given the all-clear by coach Brad Arthur to continue his aggressive ways.

Latrell targeted with more online racial abuse

Star Roosters centre Latrell Mitchell has called for action, after being targeted with more racial online abuse following his side's qualifying final win over the Rabbitohs.

Gould, Girdler call for radical changes to finals suspensions

Former NRL legend Ryan Girdler has called for a revision of the way the match review committee assesses suspensions during finals to ensure players aren't forced to miss big games for minor on-field offences.

Reagan Campbell-Gillard signs five-year deal with Parramatta Eels

One the Panthers finest has been snatched by their rivals

JWH set to face judiciary...again

Sydney Roosters enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves is in grave doubt of missing his side's preliminary final after being cited by the match review committee for a trip on Rabbitohs centre James Roberts.

The Repeat Set: Netflix-style documentary the next step for NRL clubs

The behind the scenes vision of Parramatta coach Brad Arthur and his players riding the match day emotions has given rise to the possibility of a Netflix-style season-long documentary on one of our NRL clubs.

Gould's X-rated gaffe as Robinson laments Waerea-Hargreaves trial-by-media

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves appeared to trip Rabbitoh James Roberts late in the Roosters’ 30-6 qualifying final victory on Friday night.

Bennett admits costly mistake after heavy qualifying final defeat

The Rabbitohs were on the wrong end of a 30-6 hiding at the hands of arch-rivals the Roosters at the SCG on Friday night.

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves faces sanctioning after apparent trip

It was not all good news for the Roosters after their dominant win

Fans and commentators divided over Sio Siua Taukeiaho try

The opening game of the finals series has been marred by controversy

Jacks allowed to leave Titans, Tigers keen on Sami

Playmaker Ryley Jacks looks to be one victim of the off-season cleanout at the Titans following their dismal 2019 campaign.

The dilemma facing NRL clubs in moving on players

This week's round-up looks at the dilemma facing clubs in trying to move on players, the persistent rumours of Latrell Mitchell to Souths and the future of Eels half Dylan Brown

Broncos trio expected to re-sign

Courier Mail journalist Pete Badel provides an update on the future of Corey Oates, Alex Glenn and Kotoni Staggs

Cameron Munster lashes out at critics after Storm's 'most hated' tag

"Not everyone’s going to like you...

NRL Finals: Amid fan turnout concerns, Des Hasler still has time for asbestos jokes

Hasler is hoping there will be a big walk-up crowd on the night.

Kahu among dramatic mass player exodus at Cowboys

The North Queensland Cowboys have announced they will bid farewell to eight players from their NRL squad, including 2019 star signing Jordan Kahu.

Superstar Sivo 'still doesn't understand the rules', says Johns

Two-time Newcastle premiership player and immortal Andrew Johns has given context to just how significant Eels flyer Maika Sivo's rise to NRL stardom has been.

Finch hits back after Ricky Stuart attack

Former NRL star Brett Finch has stood by his comments relating to the Hudson Young eye-gouging incident which prompted a vicious attack from Canberra coach Ricky Stuart.

New court date established for De Belin's rape trial

Gus questions Arthur ahead of Eels-Broncos elimination final

Arthur has changed things up ahead of Sunday’s do-or-die clash against the Broncos at Bankwest Stadium.

Players’ Champion nominations for 2019 NRL season revealed by RLPA

Four players from each of the 16 NRL clubs have been added to a 64-man short list for the annual Players’ Champion award.

Tigers star on the outer

Wests Tigers star Ryan Matterson appears to be on the outer after just one season at the club, with reports indicating the star second-rower's relationship with coach Michael Maguire is on the rocks.

Bennett confirms major changes for Roosters clash

If there is anyone who knows what it takes to win NRL games in September, it's South Sydney Rabbitohs head coach Wayne Bennett - who today confirmed George Burgess will play on Friday night against the Sydney Roosters.

King Gutho wants it all in 2019

He's one of the most likeable characters in the NRL, but Parramatta Eels captain Clint Gutherson possesses a drive and desire like no other as he prepares for Sunday's elimination clash with the Brisbane Broncos.

Gould fires rocket at NRL judiciary over Hudson Young case

Phil Gould has added fuel to the fire surrounding young Raiders forward Hudson Young's heavy suspension in response to an alleged eye gouge attempt on Warriors youngster Adam Pompey.

Fittler believes Cody Walker playing 'too conservatively'

New South Wales coach Brad Fittler believes Cody Walker is playing too conservatively and has urged the dynamic Rabbitohs five-eighth to loosen up ahead of his side's qualifying final against the Roosters.

Lockyer calls for more from Milford

Legendary Broncos fullback turned five-eighth Darren Lockyer has called for more creativity and energy from Brisbane's star Anthony Milford ahead of a tough trip to Parramatta for their elimination final showdown.

How the Ricky Stuart-Ben Ikin stoush played out behind the scenes

Ricky Stuart was furious over the commentary surrounding Raiders youngster Hudson Young’s eye-gouging charge and subsequent suspension.

Ikin responds to Sticky's spray

NRL 360 host Ben Ikin has responded to the spray he received from Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart on Tuesday night, as the fallout from Hudson Young's eye gouge suspension continues.

Eels legend confident ahead of Brisbane clash

Parramatta Eels legend Peter Sterling is confident his former club can emerge victorious on Sunday afternoon against the Brisbane Broncos - but notes there are some players to look out for.

Departing star reflects on Manly career

Departing Manly Sea Eagles hooker Api Koroisau has reflected on his time on the northern beaches ahead of his final game at Brookvale Oval on Saturday night against the Cronulla Sharks.

Cronulla's Brookvale Oval hoodoo has little effect on new-look Sharks

Shaun Johnson is one of 11 Cronulla players never to have played a game for the club at Brookie.

The Lurker: Wests Tigers' odds of landing Ryan Papenhuyzen getting slimmer

The kid played under-20s for the Tigers and will sadly go down as another who got away.

Legends weigh in on Dragons mess

St George Illawarra Dragons were undoubtedly the biggest disappointment of the 2019 NRL season - and after instilling the services of Phil 'Gus Gould, Brad Fittler and Andrew Johns have had their say.

Woods says NRL judiciary 'all over the shop'

Sharks front-rower Aaron Woods has called out the NRL judiciary, suggesting their assessments of some of the incidents from last weekend's action have been "all over the shop".

NRL 2019: X-factors for finals Week 1

Here is who we think will be the X-factors in each of the games this weekend.

NRL Finals: Why your club can be a finals force

With week won only days away, Sporting News weighs up the key numbers, strengths and weaknesses behind each finals side ahead of this years series to uncover why each could or couldn't go all the way this season.

Whitehead, Sutton re-sign with the Green Machine

Meninga unveils new U23 Kangaroos concept to grow international game

Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has revealed plans for an exciting new under 23 concept that he believes will bolster the international game.

Sea Eagles set to go back to the future with shock selection

Williams hasn’t played an NRL game in 2019 but is expected to be a shock inclusion for the Sea Eagles in Saturday’s sudden-death clash against the Sharks.

Evans rubbed out after unsuccessful judiciary bid

Evans will miss the Eels’ elimination final against the Broncos on Sunday afternoon.

Woolf confirmed as St Helens head coach

After serving as interim boss at Newcastle Knights, Kristian Woolf will swap the NRL for life in Super League with St Helens.

Young found guilty of eye gouge; suspended for 8 weeks

A series of one-word answers from ‘star’ witness Adam Pompey and a frank admission he believes in the players’ code of silence inadvertently helped bury Canberra forward Hudson Young at the NRL judiciary on Tuesday night.

JWH's fate decided at NRL judiciary

Roosters hardman Jared Waerea-Hargreaves will play in Friday night’s qualifying final against South Sydney after successfully fighting a careless high tackle charge for his hit on Souths’ Liam Knight.

Roosters refuse Raiders' judiciary request

The Sydney Roosters have struck an early psychological blow against finals rivals Canberra Raiders by refusing a request to change the order of Tuesday night’s judiciary hearings.

BJ Leilua's bizarre defence of Hudson Young ahead of eye-gouging judiciary hearing

Righto.

Bulldog's Bite: Wests Tigers fans deserve better than their club's performance

Wests Tigers had everything to play for last Sunday against Cronulla and blew it under pressure.

Wests Tigers looking to sign Melbourne Storm back Ryan Papenhuyzen, reports

A big move.

Wane the man to fix the Dragons?

One of England's most reputable coaches has thrown his hat in the ring to take over as coach of the St. George Illawarra Dragons.

Melbourne Storm captain Cam Smith hits back at coverage of alleged ear pulling incident

The Storm captain hits back. Again.

Parker re-signs with Sea Eagles

Manly have retained one of their emerging talents from their strong 2019 season, re-signing centre Brad Parker for a further two years with the club.

Gus slams judiciary decision to ban Burgess over hair pull

Phil Gould has slammed the decision to suspend Souths captain Sam Burgess for this Friday's blockbuster qualifying final against the Roosters.

Tedesco claims back-to-back Brad Fittler Medals

NSW fullback James Tedesco has created history by becoming the first player to claim back-to-back Brad Fittler Medals.

Hudson Young to fight dangerous contact charge at judiciary

Canberrra forward Hudson Young has pleaded not guilty to dangerous contact following an ugly incident with Warrior Adam Pompey on Saturday.

Manly free to play at Brookie after asbestos scare

Manly Sea Eagles will be free to play at Brookvale Oval against Cronulla this Saturday after being given approval by the NRL and Northern Beaches Council.

Clubs and trainers on notice over stopping game for minor injuries

NRL trainers have been put on notice they risk heavy fines if they continue to stop games for minor injuries.

Reni Maitua says Canberra Raiders forward Hudson Young would have left the field in a body bag after eye-gouge

"He'd be in a body bag."

Newcastle Knights prop David Klemmer in hot water after allegedly abusing official during Panthers loss

Not good.

Ronaldo Mulitalo accepts one-match ban for shoulder charge on Luke Brooks

The early guilty plea - and 25 per cent discount - will see the Sharks flyer miss just one game

Peter Beattie replaced by Peter V'landys as ARLC chairman

The Australian Rugby League Commission is set for a shake up with reports that chairman Peter Beattie will step down to be replaced by Peter V'landys.

Brad Fittler unconcerned by reports of asbestos at Brookvale Oval

The NRL finals series was officially launched in Sydney with a TBC next to the venue for Manly’s showdown with the Sharks

Ricky Stuart signs history-making contract extension with Canberra Raiders

Stuart has overseen 123 games for 57 games at a success rate of 46.3%.

NRL 2019: Round 25 Team of the Week

The final round of the regular season saw some of the game's biggest names showcase their talents, while a number of rookies showcased what fans can come to expect in coming years.

James Tedesco narrowly secures Lurker's Dally M

The race for the Lurker's Dally M came down to the wire

Annesley contradicts Smith’s claims NRL have cleared Storm

The Storm’s wrestling tactics have been a hot topic in recent weeks, with Smith himself issued a ‘concerning act’ notice.

'I thought it was meant to be': Farah dissects rollercoaster week after dramatic Leichhardt farewell

It was one of the most dramatic farewells in the history books but the whirlwind final week of Robbie Farah's 18-year career has finally come to a close.

The Weekend Hangover: Why the Raiders are filthy Freddie, Joey and Co

The Weekend Hangover is back with all the drama from Round 25 of the NRL.

Michael Maguire attempts to explain the remarkable scenes behind Robbie Farah's return

"I’m still trying to work it out myself"

Freakish Kikau flick pass sets up slick Panthers try