Valentine Holmes remains coy on future; commends Ben Barba's anticipated Cowboys move

"They have to look after themselves for next year."

Andrew Gee sitting with Wayne Bennett: Brisbane Broncos 'stick finger up' at NRL

What punishment does the NRL need to hand down?

Sam Burgess turns focus off James Graham as brother George rides the hype

This time there's not only bragging rights up for grabs - there's a potential premiership on the line.

NRL judiciary: Latrell Mitchell to challenge one-match ban; Korbin Sims facing three weeks

The Roosters want Latrell for the prelim. Will he get off?

NRL finals: Damien Cook says Rabbitohs must 'do a job' on Dragons halfback Ben Hunt

Ben Hunt bounced back to form against his old club in week one, but can he back it up?

NRL finals week one: Team of the week

Guess who's back in the winner's circle?

Sydney Roosters fullback James Tedesco all but confirmed to be Kangaroos No.1

“He’s the best No.1 in the competition, there’s no doubt about that.”

Wayne Bennett reveals the Brisbane Broncos’ issues that were ‘exposed’ in St George Illawarra flogging

Whether they are reasons or excuses, Wayne Bennett and the Broncos are gone for 2018.

NRL Finals 2018: Semi and preliminary finals fixtures confirmed

With the Storm and Roosters locked in for the preliminary finals, who will play who in the semis?

St George Illawarra Dragons count injury toll after stirring defeat of Brisbane Broncos

A big win, but at what cost?

NRL to question Broncos over Andrew Gee's appearance in coach's box

The controversial former Brisbane official was a surprise guest of Wayne Bennett.

NRLW Broncos v Dragons: Crowd attendance outnumbers Panthers-Warriors elimination final

"I never knew what it felt like ... and it was surreal," said Brisbane captain Ali Brigginshaw .

Gareth Widdop injury: St George Illawarra star dislocates shoulder again

The Dragons were dropping like flies at Suncorp Stadium.

Brisbane Broncos v St George Illawarra Dragons: Tariq Sims nails first-half hat-trick

Back-row hatty in a final? Yes please!

Brisbane Broncos v St George Illawarra Dragons: James Graham fails HIA after collision with Korbin Sims

He went crashing to the deck!

Latrell Mitchell crusher tackle: Sydney Roosters centre facing one-match ban

Big news for the Roosters.

Bulldogs Mad Monday: Paul Gallen fires up at media portrayal of NRL, players

"Do the media have responsibility about promotion of the game?"

Kenny Edwards: Former NRL bad boy 'disgusted' by abuse from Super League fans

"I can’t believe some of the abuse I’ve received... it’s disgusting."

Wade Graham injury: ACL injury confirmed for Cronulla Sharks back-rower

A big blow to Cronulla's premiership hopes.

Latrell Mitchell crusher tackle: Trent Robinson accuses Josh Dugan of lying down

The Sydney Roosters boss is adamant Latrell Mitchell won’t have a case to answer.

Wade Graham likely to miss semi-final against Penrith but Cronulla will ‘be OK’, says Shane Flanagan

No Wade Graham and no week off, no worries.

James Maloney ‘born for this time of year’, says Cameron Ciraldo

Looks like James Maloney is wanted at the Panthers after all … for now.

'Classless' Sharks fan hurls object at Latrell Mitchell during conversion attempt

Sore losers?

Latrell Mitchell facing Will Chambers-like punishment for 'dangerous' crusher tackle on Josh Dugan

Many believe the Roosters star's season is over.

Sydney Roosters v Cronulla Sharks: Wade Graham leaves field with suspected ACL injury

Oh no!

Issac Luke absolutely destroys James Maloney with savage tackle: 'Hit with a cement truck'

It has divided opinion over its legality, but it was an absolute belter!

Penrith Panthers v New Zealand Warriors: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck suffers game-ending knee injury

Huge blow to the Warriors.

Shaun Johnson butchers certain try on slippery ANZ Stadium surface

Fans were already celebrating.

David Furner signs three-year deal to coach Leeds Rhinos

Super League gig for David Furner.

Most influential NRL players of season 2018: Sporting News experts have their say

From proven performers to players who have proved they can step up.

The Repeat Set: Trent Barrett loses it at Manly Sea Eagles' awards night

The Repeat Set is back with all the latest rugby league news you may have missed.

Todd Greenberg defends massive fine imposed on Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs for Mad Monday antics

Craig Bellamy makes frank admission after Melbourne Storm’s comeback win over South Sydney

Maybe Phil ‘Gus’ Gould was right to say the Melbourne Storm are not the team of ‘yesteryear’.

Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs: Craig Bellamy, Anthony Seibold in disagreement over 'key moments'

The master and his former apprentice offered very different takes on how Friday’s AAMI Park thriller played out.

Brodie Croft sets up sensational long-distance try for Suliasi Vunivalu

The kid can play.

Cameron Munster seals preliminary final with clutch field goal in game for the ages

WHAT JUST HAPPENED!

Melbourne Storm V South Sydney Rabbitohs – live blog, commentary, score and highlights

What a way to start the finals!

Suliasi Vunivalu argues with touch judge while Greg Inglis strolls over

What was he thinking?!

Sam Burgess takes offence to bruising Felise Kaufusi hit, push-and-shove breaks out

Seeing Craig Bellamy smile is a rare sight, but Felise Kaufusi knows his soft spot.

Sponsor Jaycar reportedly ends association with Canterbury Bulldogs over Mad Monday scandal

Another blow for the Bulldogs.

Wests Tigers halves Luke Brooks and Josh Reynolds caught up in drug raid, set to be cleared

Nothing to see here, kids.

NRL grand final entertainment: Gang of Youths set to perform

Do we agree with this year's choice?

Melbourne Storm v South Sydney Rabbitohs: team lists, odds and how to watch

South Sydney have never defeated the Storm in Melbourne. Fact.

RLPA awards: Players' Champion shortlist revealed - Ponga, Cook, Holmes, Munster and Tuivasa-Sheck

Not a bad list of players to choose from.

Cronulla captain Paul Gallen to fight bad boy John Hopoate after Sonny Bill Williams snub

What could possibly go wrong?

Report: St Helens, North Queensland Cowboys agree on Ben Barba transfer fee

The deal is just about done.

James Graham defends Canterbury Bulldogs' Adam Elliott, takes aim at 'outrage culture'

Graham went into bat for his former teammate.

Adam Elliott, Asipeli Fine charged by NSW Police over Mad Monday scandal

The hits keep coming for Canterbury.

Is Parramatta Eels tragic Troy Worner the NRL's most dedicated fan?

This is some serious commitment.

Canterbury Bulldogs confirm fines for four players following Mad Monday scandal

Adam Elliott, Asipeli Fine, Marcelo Montoya and Zac Woolford all fined.

Canterbury Bulldogs set for $250,000 fine following Mad Monday drama

That's one expensive party!

NRL finals: Can this New Zealand Warriors team repeat their 2011 heroics?

They fell one short in 2011, it could be different this time round.

NRL rumours: Tyrone Peachey's contract sticking point with the Titans

Who foots the bill?

Brisbane Broncos star Tevita Pangai Jnr's future far from confirmed

TPJ is the hottest property on the market.

Penrith Panthers v New Zealand Warriors: ‘No one cares about the Panthers’, says Phil Gould

“I understand it, Panthers fans don’t understand it.”

Phil Gould: Current Melbourne line-up not ‘the Storm team of yesteryear’

Oh no you didn’t, Gus.

Robbie Farah opens up on retirement back flip after Wests Tigers homecoming

The Wests Tigers veteran had already made his mind up.

The day Ricky Stuart told Tevita Pangai Junior he’d never crack the NRL

Canberra fans must be livid.

Canterbury Bulldogs’ hefty punishment for Mad Monday antics revealed

Too harsh or is it fair?

Jason Taylor returns to head coaching in NSW Cup shake-up between NRL rivals

There have been some major changes to a number of feeder clubs, and Taylor is in the thick of it.

The NRL Lurker: The five games which have convinced me Roger Tuivasa-Sheck is the Dally M winner

The Lurker looks at the five games that got RTS the chocolates.

Sam Burgess becomes a Rabbitoh for life with four-year contract extension, extra signings announced

''I didn't even go to the market. It's never been my intention (to leave).''

Mad Monday: Are double standards at play in the reporting?

Many fans called double standards on the media and NRL.

NRL finals: Why your club can take out the 2018 premiership

For the first time ever, every team has a genuine shot. Even the Dragons. Find out why.

Johnathan Thurston: North Queensland Cowboys better off after NRL legend's retirement?

Despite JT leaving the ranks, things are looking up in Townsville.

NRL Finals 2018: Will clashes with AFL finals schedule affect crowd attendance?

'If the AFL double the NRL crowds in Sydney, that's embarrassing.'

CONFIRMED: One-off Test between Kangaroos and Tonga set for October 20

Suddenly the off-season doesn’t seem so bad.

Greg Inglis takes down Cameron Smith with ingenious Darren Lockyer sledge

Hit him where it hurts.

NRL finals: Refereeing appointments confirmed as Broncos claim early win over Dragons

You wouldn't believe who they got.

NRL finals: Week one team lists announced

There are some HUGE inclusions!

Canterbury Bulldogs Mad Monday: RLPA boss Ian Prendergast defends players over 'intrusive' report

''They are entitled to let their hair down at the end of a tough year.''

Canterbury Bulldogs Mad Monday: NRL CEO Todd Greenberg condemns 'embarrassing' behaviour

"I'm very disappointed."

Bulldog's Bite: Canterbury's day of shame should put an end to Mad Monday

Do these people not understand the damage this does to rugby league?

Manly Sea Eagles coaching circus: Michael Maguire not likely to replace Trent Barrett because of expense

Does the Penn family need to fork out the dosh for the best man for the job?

Canterbury Bulldogs Mad Monday: Outrage doesn't fit the crime

The club made a statement, of sorts, on Tuesday morning addressing the get together.

NRL finals: Inconsistent refereeing can ruin the finals according to Phil Gould

Is Gus on the money?

Canterbury Bulldogs Mad Monday chaos: Vile Adam Elliott photo rocks club's season

There's always one.

NRL referees given State of Origin directive for NRL finals

They've come from above.

The NRL Lurker's Dally M votes: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck holds off pack to claim top gong

In The Lurker's books, Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has done enough to take out the Dally M Medal.

What do you think about when you're in the shower? Paul Gallen reveals his thoughts

The Cronulla captain did some reminiscing under hot water.

Proof: Manly HAVEN'T cancelled Mad Monday

There's some cracking costumes and a strange smoking device in one player's mouth.

NRL round 25 results and highlights: The Weekend Hangover

Like David Middleton on the Footy Show, Paul McGregor was pulling out stats from his backside.

Manly Sea Eagles and North Sydney Bears must merge into a 'behemoth' club, says Brad Fittler

Will the fans be able to get along?

NRL finals: Boyd Cordner says Sydney Roosters were always confident of turning it around after early season slump

The Roosters skipper discusses the slow start to the season.

NRL finals: Cameron Smith reveals the 'difficulty' of not having a consistent halfback for the 2018 season

Captain Smith would like to see a player given the jersey for the entire series.

'Not good enough mate' - Wade Graham's hilarious sledge to Bulldog David Klemmer

Klem won't forget that one!

NRL finals: Greg Inglis praises Anthony Seibold's 'persons first, players second' approach

GI is impressed with the philosophy of his rookie coach heading into finals.

NRL Finals: The worrying stats for St George Illawarra fans ahead of finals showdown with Brisbane Broncos

Be very worried.

NRL round 25: Team of the week

NRL's 2018 end of season awards: Crowning the year's winners and losers

From the season's best player, to the biggest grub, to the best sledge - this isn't your standard ceremony.

NRL try-scorers: New Zealand Warriors winger David Fusitu'a takes out top gong

We have a winner.

Manly Sea Eagles reportedly cancel Mad Monday after Brisbane Broncos thrashing

Say it ain’t so.

'The criticism's terrible': Darius Boyd defends former teammate Ben Hunt

He didn't hold back!

NRL finals fixtures confirmed as Brisbane Broncos seal home elimination showdown

Find out all the dates, times and venues here.

Brisbane Broncos v Manly Sea Eagles: Corey Oates finishes off spectacular length of the field try

Wow!

Shane Flanagan's cheeky Ben Barba sales pitch

It's a decent attempt to distract the Cowboys, but it might not work.

Bulldogs dudded twice by officials as Andrew Fifita scores controversial try

Breathe, Bulldogs fans.

Brad Fittler's radical salary cap proposal to give the minor premiers a generous advantage

That's a lot of cash.

Brad Arthur makes stunning admission after the Parramatta Eels’ season from hell

You have to love the honesty.

Wayne Bennett turns on media after Jack Bird, Tevita Pangai Junior visit rival NRL clubs

Move along, nothing to see here.

Johnathan Thurston ready to change the world after NRL swansong

You already have, JT.

Parramatta Eels v Sydney Roosters: Michael Jennings breaks down after shattering loss confirms wooden spoon

These are the effects of a wooden spoon season.

Parramatta fans call for Mitchell Moses' axing after woeful first half performance

Even Buzz Rothfield took a shot and wasn't it a beauty.

Johnathan Thurston absolutely flattens Ryan James with inspiring hit in NRL farewell

This may be the last ever Johnathan Thurston highlight.

Johnathan Thurston receives standing ovation in touching NRL farewell from CBUS Super Stadium crowd

Pure class.

Newcastle Knights v St George Illawarra Dragons: Fans accuse officials of inconsistency over try and no try rulings

Did the officials contradict themselves?

The Repeat Set: Manly's Mad Monday costumes revealed

The Repeat Set is back with all the latest rugby league news you may have missed.

Ricky Stuart slams rivals teams for not trying after Canberra Raiders end disastrous season with a loss

Oh Ricky, we’ll miss you in the off-season.

Melbourne Storm half-back Brodie Croft suffered knee injury playing lawn bowls

Former Melbourne forward Robbie Kearns’ horse riding mishap in 1999 might not be the most bizarre injury suffered by a Storm player any longer.

Penrith's Josh Mansour sensationally sin-binned after making only minimal contact on Justin Olam

Josh Mansour controversially sent for 10.

Former NRL back Bryson Goodwin racks up five tries for Warrington in Super League slaughter

Five tries. FIVE! What a performance.

New Zealand Warriors v Canberra Raiders: Jordan Rapana's spectacular assist for Elliott Whitehead try

Check this out!

South Sydney Rabbitohs enforcer Sam Burgess clears himself of hamstring injury

"Hamstring all good guys."

New Zealand Warriors v Canberra Raiders: Joseph Leilua crunches Mason Lino with monster hit

Ouch!

'There's no cheating': Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan fires up at reporters over salary cap saga

Shane Flanagan denies his club breached the NRL salary cap.

Melbourne Storm's NRL minor premiership hopes in danger with key trio ruled out

Stranger things have happened.

Roosters coach Trent Robinson denies interest in Manly prop Martin Taupau

Taupau won't be heading to the Roosters, according to Robinson.

Dragons coach Paul McGregor concedes James Graham, Matt Dufty had dressing room blow-up

Paul McGregor responds to reports of a blow-up between two big name players.

The NRL Lurker: Where Manly will be spending their Mad Monday

Let's hope it doesn't end up like last year.

Proposed Chris Heighington payment sparked Cronulla Sharks' salary cap investigation

There is no suggestion Heighington had knowledge of the payment.

Brad Fittler takes a bitter swipe at Brisbane's salary cap amid Cronulla Sharks investigation

''As long as they're spending less than Brisbane, then play on."

Phil 'Gus' Gould brushes Penrith Panthers from list of NRL premiership contenders

Perhaps a premiership isn’t part of the latest five-year plan out at Penrith?

Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary refuses to guarantee his future at the club

Not happy, Ivan.

Andrew 'Joey' Johns reflects on 'humbling' rugby league return

He's back!

Manly Sea Eagles players weigh in on John Cartwright, Michael Maguire speculation

Who will be the man to replace Baz?

Parramatta Eels centre Kirisome Auva'a retires at just 26 years of age

A huge shock.

Nominees for 2018 RLPA Players' Champion award announced

Do you agree with the nominees?

Corey Harawira-Naera to join Canterbury Bulldogs for 2019

The roster changes continue at the Dogs.

The truth behind Martin Taupau's secret Eels meeting that sent social media crazy

The Manly forward was spotted speaking with an Eels official.

Billy Slater withdraws from Melbourne Storm's final game of the regular season

A huge out for the Storm's final home game of the season.

North Queensland Cowboys reportedly sign Broncos outside back Tom Opacic

Well, that's an interesting backflip.

NRL team lists: Each club's round 25 squad

The team lists for round 25 of the 2018 NRL season.

Cameron Smith confirms desire to play on in 2019, reveals Brisbane Broncos talks

Close call, Melbourne Storm fans.

New Zealand Warriors re-sign winger Ken Maumalo

A big boost on the eve of the NRL finals.

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: Todd Greenberg's statement 'meaningless'

Kenty didn't miss with this one - but is he actually right?

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: Former Storm CEO says it's 'incredibly easy' to cheat

And this man would know.

Benji Marshall: Veteran playmaker signs contract extension with Wests Tigers

Marshall has joined Farah in staying with the Tigers.

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: Todd Greenberg says 2018 finals series won't be affected

The NRL chief executive cleared the club for the 2018 season.

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: 'Our backs are against the wall, everyone is against us' claims Aaron Woods

According to News Limited journalist Paul Kent, the alleged breaches occurred in both the 2015 and 2017 seasons.

NRL rumours: Tevita Pangai Jnr representative tug-of-war, Matthew Johns to mentor Ash Taylor

A Broncos star needs to choose which nation he wants to play for? Recent signing making Nikorima nervous? Game to stop for Thurston in his final outing? Dragons flyer to head North? Johns to mentor rising star?

NRL rumours: Darius Boyd wants extension for Wayne Bennett, Gold Coast Titans targeting Cameron Munster

The Broncos skipper might find himself in hot water for these comments.

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: Explosive allegations of illegal staff payments surface

It sounds fishy, but there is still no conclusive proof.

Jamayne Isaako wants to chase All Blacks dream and leave rugby league behind

''If I get the opportunity to come back home and play rugby I’d probably look to take that.''

Cronulla Sharks salary cap scandal: Alleged breaches occurred in 2015 and 2017

The discovery of an undisclosed third-party payment to a player in 2015 reportedly led current Cronulla Sharks CEO Barry Russell to alert the NRL of the club's possible salary-cap breaches, triggering an investigation which remains ongoing.

Cronulla Sharks at centre of salary cap investigation

Cronulla Sharks are reportedly at the centre of an NRL integrity unit investigation regarding potential salary cap breaches.

NRL injury list: Round 24 team-by-team carnage; Andrew McCullough, Jason Nightingale, Kalyn Ponga

With one more week until the finals, the casualties are mounting.

Dylan Napa tackle: Roosters skipper Jake Friend defends prop; Broncos rule out Andrew McCullough

The seismic hit rocked the NRL last weekend.

Bulldog's Bite: I was wrong, New Zealand Warriors fans

I infuriated so many Warriors fans I actually received death threats from across the Tasman.

Paul Gallen: Jack Bird needs to play position that's best for team, Cronulla can't afford him

Gal questions whether Jack Bird wants to put the team first?

NRL finals: History says premiership race is down to three

Every grand final winner since 1996 has been a side who finished the regular season inside the top four.

Nathan Cleary: How the NRL coaching saga affected me, father Ivan, family and football

It's a lot to take in for a 20-year-old.

Dylan Napa tackle: Roosters forward takes early guilty plea

Fair?

Trent Barrett has a 'dirt file' on Manly Sea Eagles owner Scott Penn

The coach’s legal team has a thick dossier of exchanges between the coach and club chairman and owner, Scott Penn.

NRL round 24: Team of the week

Did we get it right?

NRL try-scorers: David Fusitu'a takes over at the top of the charts

One week to go, who will take it out?

The NRL Lurker's Dally M votes: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck retains lead as race comes down to three

Can Tuivasa-Sheck seal the deal?

Are Wayne Bennett's Brisbane Broncos about to win an accidental NRL premiership?

Two weeks ago the Brisbane Broncos were coming off back-to-back losses to cellar dwellers Canterbury and North Queensland as a civil war that threatened to derail their season – now they are genuine premiership contenders.

Phil Gould blames Todd Greenberg, social media for Dylan Napa charge

Phil ‘Gus’ Gould accused NRL CEO Todd Greenberg of bowing to the pressure of social media over the Dylan Napa tackle that has polarised the NRL community – then he took to Twitter to argue with fans about it.

NRL round 24 results and highlights: The Weekend Hangover

Another entertaining round of NRL football is in the books in what is shaping as one of the most unpredictable footy seasons in years.

Fan abuse, ladder sliding, mental scars - The Dragons are officially done

You wouldn't believe what a fan did to James Graham. And what happened at the tunnel. Is it warranted?

Report: Manly Sea Eagles seek legal advice in bid to sack coach Trent Barrett effective immediately

Manly is reportedly planning to sack coach Trent Barrett effective immediately after he publicly criticised the club.

James Graham shoves the cameraman as Jason Nightingale comes off injured

Looks like security work is on Graham's agenda in life after football.

St George Illawarra Dragons v Canterbury Bulldogs: Reimis Smith scores stunning hat-trick

Bulldogs winger Reimis Smith has scored a sensational hat-trick of tries against the Dragons at Jubilee Oval.

Paul Kent calls for Todd Greenberg and Peter Beattie's resignations over handling of Andrew Fifita podcast

‘’It’s gutless, it shows that they’re just managers, they can’t make a decision, they’re not leaders.’’

Nick Meaney makes questionable grounding of the ball, referee doesn't go to Bunker

Did he lose it?

Cronulla Sharks v Newcastle Knights: Confused Lachlan Fitzgibbon left dazed after brutal head knock

OUCH! That's gotta hurt.

Andrew McCullough's classy response to Dylan Napa's brutal hit

Deadset legend!

Dylan Napa tackle: The game has let down Dylan Napa, says Andrew Johns

"They'll make an example of him."

Dylan Napa tackle: Jamie Soward says Dylan Napa should have been sent off for hit on Andrew McCullough

"The most sickening knockout I've seen."

Peter Peters launches extraordinary attack on Trent Barrett, reveals who will coach Manly next season

"He knew what he was in for when he went to Manly"

Trent Barrett reportedly almost left Manly Sea Eagles in 2017 after approach from rival NRL club

Departing Manly Sea Eagles coach Trent Barrett reportedly came close to handing in his resignation last season after he was approached by a rival club - but he decided to stay on the northern beaches out of loyalty to his players.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy willing to adopt unconventional approach in NRL finals series

The minor premiership is Melbourne’s to lose and they are among the favourites to defend their NRL title - but Storm coach Craig Bellamy has revealed he may not settle on his starting half-back for the rest of the 2018 campaign.

Dylan Napa tackle: Wayne Bennett, Trent Robinson agree pressure is on the NRL to make a decision

Outspoken Brisbane Broncos coach Wayne Bennett has put the onus on the NRL to act on Dylan Napa’s sickening hit on hooker Andrew McCullough.

Dylan Napa sin-binned, on report after again leading with head in tackle on Andrew McCullough

Roosters prop Dylan Napa has been sent to the sin bin and placed on report after leading with his head in a tackle on Brisbane's Andrew McCullough.

Gold Coast Titans v Melbourne Storm: Should Billy Slater have gone to the sin bin for impeding Anthony Don?

Was he shown special treatment?

Canberra Raiders v South Sydney Rabbitohs: Damien Cook wins scrum against the feed

Just like the good old days!

The NRL Lurker: Sense-checking the Trent Barrett, Daly Cherry-Evans and Corey Oates rumours

He's just about been linked to every club. But is anyone interested in the under siege Manly coach?

The Repeat Set: How a packet of Winnie Blues can help Ben Hunt out of his form slump

It's that crazy it just might work.

Anthony Mundine shares guilt over Lance Thompson's death: 'I'm kicking myself now'

NRL fans destroy Phil Gould over Anthony Griffin's sacking after Penrith Panthers' latest loss

Rugby league fans are a merciless bunch and Penrith supremo Phil Gould came in for some brutal criticism during and after the Panthers’ 36-16 loss to the New Zealand Warriors in Auckland on Friday night.

Rugby league immortal Andrew Johns to make comeback for Warrington Wolves

Immortal Andrew Johns will play his first game of rugby league in over decade when he lines up for Warrington in the inaugural Physical Disability Rugby League (PDRL) World Club Challenge against South Sydney.

Johnathan Thurston guides North Queensland Cowboys to win in fitting Townsville farewell

Johnathan Thurston has put on a masterclass display in his Townsville farewell on Friday night, guiding the Cowboys to a thumping 44-6 win over the Eels.

New Zealand Warriors V Penrith Panthers – results, commentary, score and highlights

Live blog for the Friday night round 24 NRL clash between the New Zealand Warriors and the Penrith Panthers at Mt Smart Stadium.

Manly's situation savaged by Willie Mason: 'We had to get changed in our cars'

"It was pretty unprofessional."

NRL Leaks: Cronulla Sharks look to future with Jesse Ramien replacement

Finally, the Sharks have some good news to celebrate this week.

Brisbane Broncos made a 'mistake' not signing Johnathan Thurston: Wayne Bennett

The one that got away - and how.

Johnathan Thurston v Andrew Johns: Matthew Johns can't split the Immortal and the legend

The legends are hard to split.

Craig Bellamy takes swipe at Roosters over Cameron Munster hunt: 'No development, just recruitment'

Hands off, Uncle Nick.

Tyrone Peachey to backflip on Gold Coast Titans deal, stay with Penrith Panthers: Report

Earlier in the year, it was announced Peachey had signed with the Titans.

Where Trent Barrett won't end up when he departs Manly Sea Eagles

His future with the Sea Eagles is all but certain, but that's where it ends.

The NRL Lurker TV: Daly Cherry-Evans and his hefty contract aren't going anywhere

This will soon blow over and Cherry-Evans will be at Brookvale next season – no matter who the coach is.

Lance Thompson, former Dragons and Sharks star, found dead in his apartment, aged 40

Tragic news.

NRL injury list: Round 23's team-by-team carnage; Cameron Smith, Paul Vaughan, Joe Tapine

With the finals just weeks away, some clubs are biting their nails on the injury front.

'Absolutely numb': Tributes flood in for Lance Thompson after shock death

''I sincerely hope Lance knew how many rugby league fans admired and respected him.''

Kangaroos players, Todd Greenberg breathe new life into Australia-Tonga Test

The on-again, off-again Test match between Australia and Tonga has received a double boost after NRL CEO Todd Greenberg met with top NZRU officials and Kangaroos players agreed to take a massive pay cut to make the mouth-watering clash happen.

Trent Barrett insists he'll be a better coach after Manly Sea Eagles dramas

His three-year stint in charge of the Manly Sea Eagles will end in a bitter break-up but Trent Barrett insists he’ll be a better coach if and when he gets his next NRL gig.

Walker banned for 20 months

Wakefield Trinity's Adam Walker has been suspended for 20 months after testing positive for cocaine.

REVEALED: What Daly Cherry-Evans was thinking as he lined up 'impossible' penalty goal

Daly Cherry Evans admits he never felt confident of landing a monster penalty goal attempt on fulltime as Manly stayed in wooden spoon territory following their 22-20 loss to Wests Tigers at Campbelltown Stadium.

Manly skipper Daly Cherry-Evans misses penalty goal which would have sent game to golden point

So close!

Wests Tigers fullback Moses Mbye has huge collision with referee Alan Shortall

Ouch!