Wayne Bennett leaving Brisbane for Penrith to replace Anthony Griffin 'makes sense'

“I think Wayne Bennett might be the one.''

Anthony Griffin sacking: Phil Gould addresses Ivan Cleary, Wayne Bennett and Trent Barrett speculation

The Panthers boss has spilled the beans a tell-all media address, and boy isn't it interesting.

Comment: How the Lurker showed up Gus Gould's white lie

You know you’re in trouble when league fans turn on you and start trusting journalists for the truth.

UPDATE: Cameron Smith's expected to face Cronulla after injury scare

With no interchanges left, Smith’s injury was a particularly sour note on a night when Melbourne surrendered a 10-point lead to South Sydney.

Adam Doueihi suffers confirmed ACL injury, South Sydney provides updates on Robert Jennings and Greg Inglis

This is horrible news for Rabbitohs fans.

Josh McGuire suspended for dirty hair pull on Adam Elliott

Justice served?

NRL round 21: Team of the week

Did we get it right?

NRL finals: Just how important is the run in for top eight teams?

Just two sides since 1908 have come out of their final five games having conceded more points than they scored.

NRL try-scorers: Josh Addo-Carr scores double and moves to second as Valentine Holmes becomes sole leader

Which flyer will finish the season on top?

The NRL Lurker's Dally M votes: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck takes control, but only just

The New Zealand fullback could become the first Warrior to win a Dally M Medal, but the job is far from over.

NRL round 21 results and highlights: The Weekend Hangover

In what is shaping as one of the most unpredictable footy seasons in years, the battles at both ends of the ladder are heating up.

Sonny Bill Williams lifts lid on dramatic Bulldogs exit, discusses potential NRL return

''I still stand by my decision to leave.''

Penrith Panthers v Canberra Raiders: Officials miss crucial forward pass call, Josh Mansour awarded controversial try

Fans have savaged the officials for missing what appeared to be a blatant forward pass which led to a crucial Penrith try in their clash against Canberra.

Did Manly just dodge a bullet with a 'lucky' Daly Cherry-Evans moment?

Look away, Parramatta and North Queensland fans.

Jordan Rapana blows up at Viliame Kikau over dodgy whack, shirt ripped to pieces in tussle

It doesn’t take a genius to lip read what Rapana called Kikau.

Cronulla Sharks v Manly Sea Eagles: Daly Cherry-Evans seals shock upset win with wrong-foot golden point field goal

A Daly Cherry-Evans golden point field goal has delivered Manly a shock 33-32 victory over Cronulla on Sunday afternoon.

Cronulla Sharks v Manly Sea Eagles: Henry Perenara leaves Paul Gallen speechless with epic clap back

The two exchanged a war of words and Perenara walked away the winner.

Roosters coach Trent Robinson compares retiring Johnathan Thurston to Arthur Beetson

'It's the biggest rap I can give him'

Dylan Walker's one regret: I could've handled it better

'I could have handled it better.'

Wests Tigers winger Corey Thompson reportedly out for season with ankle injury

Wests Tigers winger Corey Thompson will reportedly miss the rest of the season after suffering an ankle injury in Friday night's win over Newcastle.

Sydney Roosters v North Queensland Cowboys: Did Joseph Manu knock on when grounding the ball for this try?

Fans and commentators have questioned a decision to award Roosters centre Joseph Manu a try, believing he lost the ball as he grounded it.

Peter Sterling: Why the NRL can't afford to lose leading referee Matt Cecchin

Peter Sterling says Matt Cecchin's decision to quit the NRL is a huge blow for the code, given he's one referee who has a "feel for the game".

WATCH: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck pulls off try-saving tackle for the ages

Tim Lafai broke through for what looked like the Dragons opening try. All he had to do was dive over the line.

St George Illawarra Dragons v New Zealand Warriors: Paul Vaughan gets caught in tackle, suffers nasty injury

Dragons prop Paul Vaughan left the field early in his side's clash with the Warriors at WIN Stadium with a suspected ankle or knee injury.

The Repeat Set: How the Cronulla Sharks embarrassed clueless Manly

“It’s sad Manly haven’t done anything but those blokes are more than welcome at Cronulla.”

NRL Lurker TV: Why Cronulla are the favourites to sign Martin Taupau

Four clubs are after him, but this one might have the edge.

South Sydney v Melbourne Storm: Rabbitohs crowd in hysterics after Bunker presses the wrong button

You had one job!

Benji Marshall chokes backs tears in stirring interview after grandfather's passing

Gripping stuff.

South Sydney Rabbitohs v Melbourne Storm: Did Ryan Hoffman take Adam Reynolds out in the lead-up to this try?

Melbourne flyer Josh Addo-Carr has been awarded a controversial try after South Sydney defender Adam Reynolds appeared to be taken out in the lead-up.

Newcastle Knights V Wests Tigers – results, commentary, score and highlights

Live blog for the round 21 Friday night NRL clash between the Newcastle Knights and the Wests Tigers from McDonald Jones Stadium.

Kalyn Ponga steamrolled by dangerous raised knee from Sauaso Sue, Mitchell Pearce limps off injured

How many weeks should Sue get for this?

Newcastle Knights v Wests Tigers: Comedy of Newcastle errors leads to sin-bin in 'pathetic' opening period

''Have the Knights got money on the Tigers? This is horrible?''

NRL Leaks: Rabbitohs star Greg Inglis given firm date for return from injury

Superstar fullback Greg Inglis is in the closing stages of his comeback

South Sydney Rabbitohs v Melbourne Storm: Team lists, odds, tickets and TV channel

Everything is on the line for the minor premiership.

Matt Cecchin to retire: NRL referee received death threats following England-Tonga World Cup semi-final

What a shocking narrative this is.

The New Zealand Warriors' history doesn't bode well for NRL finals chances

If the Warriors can win at least six of their final 10 games, history says they will reach the finals.

Andrew Johns: Reduce the number of NRL teams from 16 to 12

Immortal Andrew Johns believes the pool of talent in the NRL has been stretched too far, and has a radical idea to change it

UPDATE: Josh McGuire facing ban for ‘grub’ act on Adam Elliott

Never learns, does he?

'Why don't you ref fairly?' - Bulldogs trainer under NRL investigation for refereeing sledge

If you're going to sledge, maybe get a little more creative than this.

Canterbury Bulldogs v Brisbane Broncos: Fans savage bunker over controversial Korbin Sims double movement call

Fans have savaged the bunker over a controversial decision to deny Korbin Sims a hat-trick on the stroke of half-time in Brisbane's clash with Canterbury.

Canterbury Bulldogs v Brisbane Broncos: Why short drop-outs aren't always the smartest option

Can imagine Wayne Bennett's reaction?

Sydney clubs zero in on 'million dollar' Cameron Munster as Melbourne Storm sweat on market battle

It's a smart move on Munster's behalf.

Phil Gould responds to Anthony Griffin rumours, Michael Maguire named as Trent Barrett replacement

That is one major coaching movement circus.

Nathan Cleary has "made his mind up" and will join Wests Tigers in 2020

A deal to bring Nathan Cleary to the Wests Tigers to unite with his father Ivan in 2020 is "done", according to The Australian's Brent Read.

NRL club captains: Your team's next leader

Who will be the next leader at your club?

Is this the real reason Marty Taupau started off the bench for Manly?

"There were many reasons as to why I started off the bench (and) so many assumptions."

Corey Norman confirms Gold Coast Titans meeting, Brad Arthur wants Eels five-eighth to look after himself

Should Corey move on at the end of the year?

NRL Immortals: Adding five players at once might cheapen the concept

Was five too many?

NRL Immortals: Mal Meninga wanted to be a cop before Wayne Bennett stepped in

What a class we now have.

'Nailed it' - NRL applauded for historic Immortals announcement that saw five new inductees

Is that the reaction you were expecting from tonight?

NRL Immortals: Mal Meninga and Norm Provan join pre-war candidates in historic announcement

The finally five have been confirmed!

NRL Immortals: Dally Messenger, Frank Burge and Dave Brown become first pre-war inductees in bombshell announcement

BOMBSHELL!

Queensland rumour mill: Manly leading the race to sign Kane Elgey ahead of Newcastle and Canterbury

Looks like they finally have find their halves solution, but will it work?

Luke Brooks open to working with Nathan Cleary as Wests Tigers halves partner

Now that would be deadly!

Did Wayne Bennett just give up his Immortal vote?

This might be an indication as to who is being inducted.

Immortal status would be the 'greatest personal accolade' of Mal Meninga's career

Meninga could become the first Raider in NRL history to be crowned as an Immortal.

NRL injury list: Roosters lose Luke Keary to knee injury; Matt Gillett gone for season

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

Brisbane forward Matt Gillett ruled out for the season due to serious neck injury

The Broncos are taking a cautious approach to Gillett's neck injury and the forward won't return until 2019.

NRL referees: Matt Cecchin may head to Super League and Todd Greenberg needs to get involved

Todd needs to work out why.

Your NRL club's most shocking refereeing howler of the 2018 season

Remember Billy Slater's 'drop-kick'? Or that Tigers-Broncos extra-time disaster. There have been some absolute shockers.

UPDATE: John Hopoate suspended by NSWRL after pleading guilty to striking opponent

John Hopoate has been suspended from rugby league indefinitely after pleading guilty to striking an opponent in the Manly District Junior Rugby League competition.

NRL Immortals: Which players are nominated, who are the judges, how does the process work

Ever wondered how the judges come to a decision? This is how it all pans out.

Mal Meninga: Brisbane Broncos need 'clean break' from Wayne Bennett

Legendary Queenslander and incumbent Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga has weighed in on the Brisbane Broncos’ upcoming decision over Wayne Bennett’s future at the club.

Queensland legends declare Mal Meninga 'deserves' Immortal status

Queenslanders were united in their outrage when Andrew Johns was named rugby league’s eighth Immortal ahead of Mal Meninga in 2012.

Cooper Cronk finally speaks out about Cameron Smith feud

What feud?

NRL team lists: Each club's round 21 squad

The team lists for round 21 of the 2018 NRL season.

Rabbitohs mock Melbourne Storm's passion in latest Book of Feuds

Souths mock the Storm’s passion as ‘bought not built’ and accuse the premiers of treating superstar Greg Inglis poorly.

Chris Heighington to retire after 16 NRL seasons

Heighington only trails Cameron Smith and Corey Parker for games played by a forward

Manly Sea Eagles: Does the club need to relocate?

What should Manly do?

Jarryd Hayne reveals how mystery stomach illness stunted his Parramatta Eels return

"We didn't know what was going with my stomach... The boys carry on now that I have to eat certain things."

NRL's $1 million players: The next five stars who deserve big money contracts

Did we get the list right?

Robbie Farah hints at Wests Tigers year-end NRL swan song with Benji Marshall

"It would be nice to finish with Benj."

Bulldog's Bite: Sydney Roosters will not lose another game this season

With the top eight all but set, the battle for a top-four spot is heating up.

Gold Coast Titans re-sign winger Anthony Don for two more years

Is Don, is a Titan for two more years.

Anthony Griffin to head to Super League with Trent Barrett to take his place at the Penrith Panthers?

Watch this space.

Korbin Sims holds 'no grudges' despite being 'forced' to leave Brisbane Broncos

St George Illawarra-bound prop Korbin Sims has confirmed he was a victim of the Brisbane Broncos’ re-signing spree after agreeing to join the Dragons earlier this month.

REVEALED: Why Brisbane Broncos veteran Sam Thaiday really decided to retire

He wishes he could play forever but Brisbane Broncos stalwart Sam Thaiday admits he started to fall out of love with rugby league during his 16th-and-last NRL pre-season.

Ivan Cleary reveals concern about coaching his son, Nathan

Wests Tigers coach Ivan Cleary has revealed he would have found it hard to give son Nathan his NRL debut if he was still coaching Penrith and insists he has no current plans to approach the Panthers about signing the prodigious No.7.

Wayne Bennett concedes Corey Oates' signing may be a lost cause

That's some honesty from the Broncos coach.

Bryan Fletcher claims he was tricked in misleading drug video

The former Roosters star has been the centre of social media attention and wants to clear the air.

NRL propose innovative Nines RLWC tournament, revival of Australian tour of Great Britain in jam-packed international calendar

How refereeing changes have benefited the Storm and Roosters while hurting the Dragons’ finals charge

It's a bold statement, but there are trends to suggest its true.

The solution to rub out the NRL's unhurried sin-bin walkers

These are some harsh penalties, but it will definitely put this issue to bed.

Luke Keary injury: Sydney Roosters five-eighth to miss a month with medial ligament damage

Keary's injury was the only blip for the Roosters in their 36-18 crushing of St George Illawarra on Sunday evening.

David Klemmer to miss Broncos game through suspension over dangerous contact on Moses Mbye

After being charged for dangerous contact, Klemmer was facing a week on the sidelines if he entered an early guilty plea.

Should Paul Gallen play on next year?

Should Gal give it one more year?

NRL round 20: Team of the week

Rep players really stood out in round 20.

NRL round 20 results and highlights: The Weekend Hangover

In what is shaping as one of the most unpredictable footy seasons in years, the battles at both ends of the ladder are heating up.

NRL try-scorers: Valentine Holmes and Robert Jennings lead the way as Latrell Mitchell soars up the leaderboard

What a performance from the Blues centre.

The NRL Lurker's Dally M votes: Kalyn Ponga bounds back into top spot

Returning from injury, the mercurial Knights fullback picked up where he left off.

St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor: Origin excuse just a 'cop-out' after Sydney Roosters loss

St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor understands the constant questions but insists fatigue is not to blame for Sunday’s 36-18 loss to the in-form Sydney Roosters.

Nathan Cleary 'likely' to join Wests Tigers and unite with father Ivan - report

IT'S HAPPENING!

Trent Robinson feared James Tedesco and Blake Ferguson would repeat Jason Gillespie and Steve Waugh's horror collision

This was all to familiar.

Luke Keary injury: Trent Robinson provides positive update on Roosters five eighth's health

The Roosters can't afford an injury scare in the build up to the finals.

Gold Coast Titans v New Zealand Warriors: Stephen Kearney calls players 'soft' after shocking performance

Kearney didn't hold back when assessing his side's performance.

Sydney Roosters v St George-Illawarra Dragons: Luke Keary suffers suspected medial ligament injury

Not what Roosters fans wanted to see.

Referee oversight on Latrell Mitchell knock-on sees Dragons concede a try

Justice for Anzac Day?

James Tedesco and Blake Ferguson butt heads in scary collision

INCOMING!

Phillip Sami schools Roger Tuivasa-Sheck with jaw-dropping, ankle-breaking sidestep

‘’Sami has Tuvasa-Sheck-ed Tuivasa-Sheck!’’

Gold Coast Titans vs New Zealand Warriors: Konrad Hurrell scores after bizarre Bunker ruling on Keegan Hipgrave obstruction

Pretty much just making it up at this point.

'He could be the best player in the game' - Braith Anasta sets Shaun Johnson ambitious challenge

It's a bold statement. Do you agree?

Brad Fittler and Peter Sterling slam sin-binned players walking off too slowly

It's a bad look.

Ben Kennedy blames mixing medication and alcohol for arrest at high-security government base

He was found in shorts and thongs at the high-security base.

Wayne Bennett declares Tevita Pangai Jr will re-sign with Brisbane Broncos

Mystery surrounds Wayne Bennett’s own future in Brisbane but the veteran coach has declared wrecking ball Tevita Pangai Jr ‘won’t be leaving’ the Broncos after verbally agreeing to re-sign with the club.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy makes massive call on Cameron Munster

There was a lot for Craig Bellamy to like about Melbourne Storm’s 44-10 demolition of the Canberra Raiders but the veteran coach singled out five-eighth Cameron Munster for high praise on Saturday night.

Manly Sea Eagles v Penrith Panthers: Emotional Trent Barrett believes Manly didn't deserve heartbreaking loss

Well, that was tough.

Anthony Seibold issues Storm warning to South Sydney after great escape against Parramatta

South Sydney coach Anthony Seibold praised his players’ second-half-fightback in Saturday’s 26-20 victory over Parramatta before issuing a severe Storm warning to his men.

Penrith score 22 points in seven minutes to pull off remarkable comeback win over Manly

Penrith has scored 22 points in seven minutes to secure a remarkable comeback victory over Manly at Lottoland on Saturday.

Manly Sea Eagles v Penrith Panthers: Brian Kelly scores unbelievably fortuitous try

When it's your day, it's your day.

Manly Sea Eagles v Penrith Panthers: Gavin Badger misses obvious Isaah Yeo strip right in front of him

This was an absolute shocker!

Wests Tigers forward Sauaso Sue reportedly signs with Canterbury Bulldogs

Wests Tigers forward Sauaso Sue will reportedly join the Canterbury Bulldogs in 2019.

Andrew Johns: Wayne Bennett is "done" as Brisbane Broncos coach

Andrew Johns says the Brisbane Broncos shouldn't re-sign coach Wayne Bennett once his contract expires at the end of the 2019 season.

The Repeat Set: Why Penrith Panthers should be very worried about Nathan Cleary

As round 20 rolls on, The Repeat Set is back with all the latest rugby league news you may have missed.

Parramatta Eels players and staff reportedly swabbed for boils; fears of staph infection

When it rains, it pours - but this is just absurd.

Jackson Hastings impresses on Super League debut for Salford

It was a debut to remember for Hastings - and didn't the local fans love it.

Phil Gould: Nathan Cleary has an agreement regarding playing under his father Ivan

Gus has some HUGE news for us.

Kevin Walters would consider replacing Wayne Bennett at the Brisbane Broncos

Just hours after Wayne Bennett was forced by the Brisbane Broncos board to publicly announce he won’t make any further comment on his coaching future this season, Queensland Maroons coach Kevin Walters declared an interest in replacing his former boss.

Ivan Cleary: 'Air went out of the tyres' with Wests Tigers' loss to Canterbury

Just as Ivan Cleary’s mythical bus looked to be gathering steam for a late drive into September and the NRL finals series, the Wests Tigers coach all-but conceded their 2018 ride is over after Friday’s shock 16-4 loss to the Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs.

North Queensland Cowboys v Newcastle Knights: Potential forward pass leads to controversial game-winning try

Forward or not?

North Queensland Cowboys v Newcastle Knights: Fans tee off on f****** pathetic league due to ridiculous shoulder charge penalty

How, on earth, is that a shoulder charge?

North Queensland Cowboys v Newcastle Knights: Henry Perenara cops it for controversial sin-bin

Um, how?

Wayne Bennett's contract dilemma at Brisbane Broncos should make Garth Brennan nervous

Brennan needs to look over his shoulder

'I've been smashed to pieces': Former Manly Sea Eagle Jackson Hastings unloads on media

Former Manly utility Jackson Hastings has accused the media of beating up a feud between him and Sea Eagles captain Daly Cherry-Evans.

REVEALED: Behind the scenes footage of Australia's final long-form Kangaroo tour

For more than 20 years, this incredible footage of some of rugby league’s greatest-ever players has been stored away under lock and key.

Luke Brooks or Josh Reynolds: Who makes way if Nathan Cleary joins Wests Tigers?

The Tigers face a halves conundrum in 2020.

NRL Leaks: Was James Tamou a recruiting misstep from the Panthers?

Signed to a four-year $750,000 a season deal in 2017, the former Test prop is on the outer and being shopped to rival clubs.

NRL team lists: Each club's round 20 squad

Team lists for round 20 of the 2018 NRL season.

NRL Lurker TV: Why the Cronulla Sharks didn't re-sign James Maloney

They copped it in the neck for letting him go but stayed silent.

Andrew Fifita reveals food poisoning drama after Cronulla's loss to Brisbane

He copped a serve from his coach Shane Flanagan for his performance after Cronulla’s 12-10 loss to Brisbane but Sharks prop Andrew Fifita has revealed his order earlier in the day led to his messy night at Suncorp Stadium.

Wayne Bennett announces ceasefire with Brisbane Broncos management

A day after publicly firing shots at Brisbane Broncos chairman Karl Morris and the club’s board of directors, Wayne Bennett promised to keep his thoughts about his coaching future to himself until the end of the season.

Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks coach Shane Flanagan: Refereeing 'wasn't up to scratch' in Brisbane Broncos loss

Furious Cronulla coach Shane Flanagan declared the standard of refereeing ‘a concern for the game’ and questioned several calls he believes cost his side victory in Thursday’s 12-10 loss to the Brisbane Broncos.

Brisbane Broncos v Cronulla Sharks: Chad Townsend misses easy conversion

The Sharks half had a horror night at Suncorp Stadium.

Matt Moylan penalised for dangerous tackle on Jamayne Isaako in Broncos-Sharks clash

You hold your breath when these things happen, and it was an accident - but Moylan copped a penalty.

Why Cronulla Sharks are the best possible fit for Sydney Roosters flyer Daniel Tupou

Tupou is locked in with the Roosters until the end of 2021 - but that may not be the end of it.

NRL Supercoach: Former winner's tips, picks and stats

We're all after keepers, but they don't necessarily have to be expensive.

Phil Gould proposes NRL draft to avoid ending up 'like rugby'

‘’We don’t do it. Why? It’s selfishness.''

Billy Moore: Brisbane Broncos shouldn't re-sign Wayne Bennett

Former Queensland Origin forward Billy Moore says the Brisbane Broncos shouldn't sign coach Wayne Bennett to a new contract once his current deal expires at the end of 2019.

Brisbane Broncos backrower Matt Gillett re-signs on four-year deal

Matt Gillett has reportedly spurned offers from rival clubs to extend his deal at Red Hill

Manly Sea Eagles stars lift lid on brutally honest players-only video session

Sea Eagles stars have revealed they sat down and gave each other home truth at a players-only honesty session following their humiliating round 19 defeat to the Roosters.

Phil Gould stunningly approached by NRL to solve refereeing debacle

Ricky Stuart's prayers have been answered.

REPORT: Brisbane Broncos pursuing Parramatta's Mitchell Moses, Sydney Roosters prospect Sean O'Sullivan

Speculation has surrounded playmaker Corey Norman’s future at the Parramatta Eels all season - now halves partner Mitchell Moses has been linked with a surprise move to the Brisbane Broncos.

Darren Lockyer refuses to back Wayne Bennett as Brisbane Broncos' long-term coach

If Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett was hoping his former player and current Broncos board member Darren Lockyer would go into bat for him he will be bitterly disappointed on Thursday morning.

Cronulla veteran Joseph Paulo to join Ben Barba at St Helens

Cronulla-Sutherland Sharks back-rower Joseph Paulo has signed a three-year deal with English Super League giants St Helens.

Todd Carney set to debut for Hull KR after reaching Northern Pride agreement

Todd Carney is free to resume his tumultuous rugby league career after Northern Pride granted him a release, clearing the controversial playmaker to debut for Super League club Hull KR this weekend.

Brett Morris completes move to Sydney Roosters

The signing was confirmed by the Roosters on Wednesday.

Sydney Roosters v St George Illawarra Dragons: Team Lists, Odds, Tickets and TV Channel

You won't want to miss out on this.

Wayne Bennett on 'death row' at the Brisbane Broncos, Sydney clubs target Gold Coast winger Anthony Don

Can a premiership title save Wayne Bennett?

NRL Supercoach: Who to buy, hold and sell - Round 20

It is PODs galore this week and plenty of left-field pick-ups yo wouldn't even imagine.

Paul Gallen to break NRL record with eyes on Cronulla extension

You can't stop the man.

Did the Manly Sea Eagles give up against the Sydney Roosters?

There is no greater insult you can hurl at a professional sportsman than to suggest he gave up.

Wayne Bennett wants answers from Broncos chairman, CEO regarding future

Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett has accused the club's hierarchy of hanging him out to dry as they continually refuse to make a call on his future.

Antonio Winterstein announces premature NRL retirement, effective immediately

Where did that come from?!

Jaydn Su'A recommits to Brisbane to continue off-contract retention spree

Wayne Bennett has proven he still has pulling power.

Bridge's nine-month ban

That's a HUGE coat-hanger!

Kalyn Ponga suffers injury setback ahead of NRL return

Newcastle Knights superstar Kalyn Ponga failed to complete an opposed session on Tuesday after rolling his ankle ahead of his scheduled return from a hamstring injury against his old club North Queensland in Townsville on Friday.

Sam Tomkins' England return

Sam Tomkins is a chance to make his first England appearance in four years after being selected in a preliminary squad to face France and New Zealand in October and November.

Warriors forward Adam Blair suspended for dangerous contact on Storm's Kenny Bromwich

Blair was charged over the incident with Bromwich when he hit the Storm player late.

NRL referees: Confidence of match officials has been shattered by the league

This is a huge issue.

Todd Greenberg savaged by Paul Kent for NRL refereeing mess

Fair enough too.

NRL referees: Match officials dropped for blunders at Canberra Raiders-Cronulla Sharks clash

We all expected this.

Brisbane Broncos to target Anthony Seibold as Wayne Bennett's replacement

Have the Broncos found their man?

John Hopoate charged after punching, verbally abusing opponent in local Sydney game

In a statement released on Tuesday, NSWRL confirmed Hopoate has been charged with a medium range striking offence.

Sydney Roosters: Are the Chooks now premiership favourites after the win against Manly?

NRL beware, the Roosters look like the have worked it out.

NRL Power Rankings: How have the halfbacks repositioned since the start of 2018?

Johnathan Thurston was ranked number one, but my god hasn't he dropped?! As for Luke Brooks - that's one mighty climb.

Players and coaches to blame, not referees: Gorden Tallis

Forget the referees, it's the players and coaches who are responsible for the current dramas surrounding the NRL, according to Gorden Tallis.

NRL Power Rankings: How have the fullbacks repositioned since the start of 2018?

Darius Boyd was number four at the start of the year, and you won't believe how far he's dropped.

Todd Greenberg says officials responsible for refereeing howlers face axe or demotion

NRL CEO Todd Greenberg has hinted the officials responsible for Friday night's refereeing howlers can expect to be demoted or dropped as the fallout from the drama continues.

Sam Burgess clears the air over Robbie Farah dispute after heated moment

The South Sydney enforcer dished out a massive spray and had a few things to say about his former teammate.

NRL referees: Mark Geyer's revolutionary strategy that will stop refs receiving avalanche of abuse

MG has his say.

NRL referees: Paul Kent, Ben Ikin and Phil Rothfield savage game's use of technology

The boys didn't hold back.

Josh Hodgson: Star hooker almost signed with Sydney Roosters before deal with Canberra Raiders

What a pack that would have been.

Parramatta Eels: What the hell went wrong in 2018?

Andrew Ferguson breaks down the stats.

Bulldog's Bite: Trent Barrett shouldn't cop the brunt for Manly Sea Eagles' woes

Bulldog is back to have his say.

Will South Sydney fall into a rut? Rabbitohs prop Thomas Burgess cans fears of Bunnies form slump

Souths were left licking their wounds as the Tigers ran in four tries to one. Will the Bunnies fall away?

Rhyse Martin extends stay at Canterbury with one-year deal

Great news for the club.

NRL round 19: Team of the week

The race for the finals is heating up.

NRL try-scorers: Valentine Holmes, Blake Ferguson lurking as Robert Jennings clings to top spot

The Souths winger clings to the top of the list after going tryless in his side's loss to Wests Tigers.

The NRL Lurker's Dally M votes: There's a four-way battle at the top and it's anyone's game

Some thought he was deserving of the Wally Lewis Medal, but none would have predicted he would come this close to rugby league's most prized gong.

Bill Harrigan: Outside noise partly to blame for referees' woes

The man widely regarded as the best rugby league referee to blow a whistle believes the constant bombardment of referees from external voices and the broadcasting of their every word is partly to blame for the farcical state of officiating in the NRL.

Cameron Smith: Melbourne Storm 'haven't fired a shot yet'

Moments after Melbourne Storm claimed top spot on the NRL ladder with a gritty 12-6 victory over the New Zealand Warriors in Auckland, captain Cameron Smith declared the reigning premiers haven’t 'really fired a shot’ in 2018.

NRL round 19 results and highlights: The Weekend Hangover

In what is shaping as one of the most unpredictable footy seasons in years, the battles at both ends of the ladder are heating up.

Manly coach Trent Barrett reveals ultimate humiliation for sorry Sea Eagles following Roosters rout

"The hardest thing for us will be to go over to the (leagues) club and look the fans and ex-players in the eye after we’ve tossed that up."

New Zealand Warriors v Melbourne Storm: Stephen Kearney criticises inconsistent refereeing

"They're under a bit of pressure at the moment, the officials."

Fans savage Manly Sea Eagles after suffering heavy loss to Sydney Roosters

Fans have savaged Manly's performance against the Roosters at Lottoland on Sunday, as they suffered a 56-24 drubbing at the hands of the tricolours.

'High tackle, oh wait, it's Cameron Smith': Warriors' provocative tweet during Storm clash

The New Zealand Warriors have implied that Melbourne Storm captain Cameron Smith is a protected species with the referees in a provocative tweet during their clash on Sunday.

Andrew Johns' radical solution to the NRL's refereeing crisis

Finally. Some sense.

Sam Burgess avoids suspension over bruising Robbie Farah hit

Was justice served?

Refs boss Bernard Sutton's stunning Bunker admission in touch judge controversy

The finger isn't being pointed where you expect it to be...

NRL boss Todd Greenberg: 'I expect a lot better'

Todd Greenberg feels your pain, NRL fans.

Robbie Farah on Sam Burgess: 'He got me on the mouth'

Robbie Farah has confirmed former team-mate Sam Burgess hit him high and called him a c*** – but the Wests Tigers veteran doesn’t believe the fiery Englishman should be suspended for it.

'We get treated differently': Ricky Stuart's extraordinary attack on the NRL

He didn't miss!

Wests Tigers v South Sydney Rabbitohs: Sam Burgess reported for high shot on Robbie Farah

The Englishman gave his former Bunnies teammate a spray for milking the reaction to the tackle.

Fans savage Anthony Milford for pulling Corey Harawira-Naera’s hair

Fans suggested action be taken on Milford after he pulled the hair of Harawira-Naera - and the NRL have responded.

The Repeat Set: Does Ricky Stuart need to take responsibility for Canberra's close losses?

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

Is player loyalty dead in the NRL?

Andrew Ferguson makes his case.

Andrew Johns: "I'd love to see the NRL Bunker gone"

A lot of people would agree.

Fed-up NRL fans unite behind Ricky Stuart, blame Todd Greenberg for refereeing debacle

It’s not often Ricky Stuart unites the rugby league community - but that’s exactly what the divisive Canberra coach succeeded in doing on Friday night after the Raiders’ controversial 28-24 loss to Cronulla at Shark Park.

NRL addresses 'Touchie' subject, admit costly blunder in Cronulla-Canberra clash

We were wr-wr-wrong.

Cronulla Sharks v Canberra Raiders: Ricky Stuart rips into 'waste of time' NRL Bunker

"This is why people are turning off rugby league, and it's sad."

Brisbane Broncos v Penrith Panthers: Commentators question controversial Tevita Pangai Junior try

Brisbane's Tevita Pangai Junior has been awarded a controversial try in the Broncos' clash with the Penrith Panthers at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night.