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Star Storm forward could be departing

Despite being a mainstay in the Melbourne Storm’s pack for several years, a club favourite could be on the outer as his management explores a potential move with rivals despite being contracted until the end of 2028.

Michael Ennis named as Dragons assistant coach

After a disappointing 2025 season, finishing 15th on the NRL ladder, the Dragons have appointed Michael Ennis as their new assistant coach for 2026, reuniting coach Shane Flanagan with his former premiership-winning hooker from the Cronulla Sharks.

Kangaroos blow: Latrell Mitchell ruled out

The Australian Kangaroos have been dealt another massive blow, with superstar Latrell Mitchell ruled out of the 22-man squad. His absence leaves the side’s depth severely tested and raises fresh question marks over coach Walters’ options.

Taylan May inks contract extension with Tigers

After rejecting initial contract offers, Taylan May has agreed to a new contract with the Wests Tigers under the terms he was reportedly looking for, turning down a longer term deal and any interest from rivals come November 1.

Lewis Dodd closes in on Super League return

With English halfback Lewis Dodd told by the South Sydney Rabbitohs he is free to leave despite having two years remaining on his contract, a serious contender has now emerged for his services back in the English Super League.

Departing Broncos forward headed to Sydney

After spending his entire career in Brisbane, Kobe Hetherington's time at the Broncos is over, signing a lucrative multi-year deal to head to Sydney from 2026 in the hopes of cementing a starting position once again.

Hammering: Tabuai-Fidow ruled out for pacific championships

After suffering a late knee injury in the Dolphins’ dismantling of the Canberra Raiders on the weekend, the full extent of Tabuai-Fidow's knee injury has been revealed, and it is far from good news for the Redcliffe speedster.

Haas to shun R360 and extend with Broncos

Payne Haas is arguably one of the most important forwards in Brisbane Broncos history to re-sign, and after overtures from the rebel Rugby 360 competition, Haas has reportedly made his decision to become one of the highest-paid forwards in the world.

Kiraz to boost Bulldogs finals hopes

After initial fears that the Bulldogs Jacob Kiraz may have played his last game of the season when he injured his foot in the Round 26 clash against the Penrith Panthers, a positive update on his status for the finals series has now been revealed.

NRL SuperCoach: Fullback week

In the final round of both the NRL and NRL SuperCoach seasons, we year after year see massive scores and big opportunities present themselves, none more so than in the game’s highest-scoring position – the fullbacks. These are the players you need to consider if you want to finish with a bang in NRL SuperCoach 2025.

Rabbitohs confirm Walker extension

After speculation has mounted over the season regarding Cody Walker's tenure at the South Sydney Rabbitohs, in a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing season, details on a contract extension have been confirmed.

Latrell's season over, set to miss pivotal Roosters clash

In what is one of the biggest grudge matches in rugby league, Latrell Mitchell will miss the South Sydney Rabbitohs final-round clash against the Sydney Roosters through injury.

Stuart reveals the Raiders players to be rested in round 27

After hinting that anywhere between four and sixteen Canberra Raiders players could be rested for the final round of the NRL season, coach Ricky Stuart has confirmed the first names who will sit out the clash with the Dolphins.

Former Eels and Rabbitohs star jailed

In another example of a professional athlete losing their way after retirement, a former cult hero and NRL star at the Rabbitohs and Eels has been jailed after being arrested over a shocking incident that resulted in multiple charges.

Huge premiership blow for Bulldogs with Kiraz injury update

After suffering a foot injury in the Bulldogs’ win over the Panthers on Thursday night, scan results for Jacob Kiraz have been revealed, and it could spell disaster for the Bulldogs’ season.

Former Raiders captain announces retirement

A former Raiders captain and one of the most respected English forward imports of the NRL era, has announced his retirement from rugby league this week after battling injuries in 2025.

Moses Mbye leaving St. Helens to continue his career in QLD

A former Origin player will be departing the English Super League after playing for St. Helens the past season - and he will be continuing his rugby league career back in Queensland.

Knights half headed to Penrith on 3-year deal

After former Newcastle Knights coach Adam O'Brien was axed this week, more changes are unravelling with a Knights half agreeing to a three-year deal to join the Penrith Panthers from 2026.

Robinson slams Roosters being 'wrongly attached' to Brandon Smith saga

Roosters coach Trent Robinson has been scathing in his comments today, hitting out at the speculation and links made to his club over the Brandon Smith drug and betting scandal that has engulfed the NRL this past week.

Warriors forward headed to Panthers

Once again, the Penrith Panthers look set to make a value signing who could flourish in Ivan Cleary’s system, with the likely addition of a Warriors forward who could add valuable size and forward depth at Penrith.

Knights table huge increased offer to secure Sandon Smith

Just as the Canberra Raiders have withdrawn their interest in Roosters playmaker Sandon Smith, the Cowboys and Knights have upped the ante to secure his signature, with Newcastle putting forward a significantly increased offer to convince him to make his way to the Hunter.

Rabbitohs forward set to leave the burrow for St. Helens

A much loved Rabbitohs representative forward is on the verge of leaving the NRL for the English Super League with powerhouse St. Helens on the verge of gaining his signature for 2026.

Bulldogs could consider Matt Burton release

Despite building their success off the back of recruiting stars like Matt Burton, surprising news has emerged that the Bulldogs could entertain releasing him to a new rival, with the possibility of a future departure from Belmore gaining traction.

NRL Supercoach: Trade opportunities in a week of carnage

With head-to-head grand finals happening this week and only two weeks of SuperCoach overall remaining, the team lists for Round 26 were not kind to coaches, but there is huge opportunities as well.

Victor Radley camp unaware of Brandon Smith drug charges link

As more details start to emerge from the sensational charges laid against South Sydney's Brandon Smith by Queensland police, a Roosters star is being reported as being dragged into the saga.

Raiders flyer ruled out for season

Last rounds miraculous golden point victory over the Penrith Panthers in Mudgee has come at a huge cost for the Canberra Raiders, with one of their strike weapons ruled out for the season at a critical time.

Full extent of Adam Doueihi's injuries revealed

After a sickening collision that saw the Wests Tigers halfback rushed to hospital on Sunday, the full extent of Adam Doueihi's injuries can now be revealed.

Brandon Smith charged by police

South Sydney's horror 2025 campaign has gotten even worse, with star recruit Brandon Smith hit with multiple serious police charges.

Wests Tigers flyer to depart club for Catalans

A NRL premiership winner from the Wests Tigers is set to depart the club at the conclusion of the current season after signing with the Catalans Dragons in the English Super League.

Promising Rabbitohs prospect signs with Warriors

A promising young Rabbitohs outside back has signed with the Warriors on a 3 year deal that will see him depart Redfern for New Zealand at seasons end.

'I would be interested' - Bennett confirms Fifita interest

The South Sydney Rabbitohs and coach Wayne Bennett have responded to recent speculation star Gold Coast Titans forward David Fifita could be headed to Redfern.

Storm Origin star nearing contract extension

With several players coming off contract shortly the Melbourne Storm have started locking in their representative stars with one of them close to extending their time in purple until the end of 2027.

Raiders re-sign key forward

The Canberra Raiders have moved fast to re-sign one of their key forwards who has enjoyed a breakout season in 2025.

NRL Supercoach: Captains to win you round 25

With only three rounds remaining in NRL Supercoach, and only two if you're a head-to-head player, this weeks captain choices are absolutely critical, and there is a great selection available to nail your week.

Another Rabbitohs star is set to return this round

After dealing with the heaviest injury toll in the NRL in 2025, the South Sydney Rabbitohs are finally starting to get some troops back onto the field and this round one of their biggest stars is poised to return from injury.

Sharks confirm scan results for injured captain McInnes

After injuring his knee in the Sharks demolition of the Gold Coast Titans, the scan results for Cameron McInnes have been confirmed by the club along with his expected timeframe for recovery.

Jake Trbojevic possibly out for season

In a sad development for both Manly stalwart Jake Trbojevic and the Manly Sea Eagles, it has been revealed club officials want to sit the club legend out for the rest of the season due to ongoing health concerns.

Possible season ending injury for Sharks captain Cam Mcinnes

There are major fears in the Shire tonight that inspirational skipper Cam McInnes has suffered a serious injury after leaving the field in the 21st minute of the Sharks’ victory over the Titans, with initial reports far from positive.

Eels star informs club of Rugby 360 interest

One of the Parramatta Eels star players has reportedly told the club they have interest in breakaway rugby union competition R360, with reports of huge money offers already swirling.

Rabbitohs Latrell Mitchell ruled out but another star returns

The Rabbitohs have been dealt a major blow ahead of their Round 24 clash with the Parramatta Eels, with star fullback Latrell Mitchell ruled out — but a key playmaker’s return offers a timely boost.

State of Origin winner to be squeezed out of Brisbane

The Brisbane Broncos’ salary cap squeeze is set to claim another victim, with one of the club’s standout performers this year likely to leave despite recently featuring in Queensland’s victorious State of Origin side after a career best season.

Benji snares signature of promising Roosters forward

The Wests Tigers have poached a promising young Sydney Roosters forward who will move clubs next year bolstering the Tigers forward pack.

NRL Supercoach: Shark week

Are Seibold's days at Manly numbered?

After another loss on the weekend, the drums are beating louder that changes are being pushed for at the Manly Sea Eagles as frustrations intensify, with coach Anthony Seibold squarely in the firing line.

Souths receive huge boost ahead of Titans clash

South Sydney are struggling with a horror injury toll this season but ahead of this weeks crucial clash against the Gold Coast Titans they've received a huge boost with one of their stars to return from injury.

Rabbitoh offered staggering Rugby 360 contract

The threat of rebel rugby union competition R360 is not going away anytime soon and after threats of poaching superstars like Cameron Munster, Ryan Papenhuyzen and Nathan Cleary a South Sydney Rabbitoh has received a huge contract offer to defect.

Rabbitohs halfback told he is free to leave club

Wayne Bennett has told one of his highly touted playmakers they are free to look for opportunities elsewhere and leave the club in what might spell the end to their career at South Sydney.

NRL Supercoach: Options for injured Farnworth to win your H2H finals

There has been multiple big name players going down with injury headlined by Herbie Farnworth and it can be tricky to navigate all the options. With NRL Supercoach finals underway this week we have you covered with all your trade options.

Raiders sign Sea Eagles young gun

The Canberra Raiders have pulled off a signing coup, snaring the signature of one of the Manly Sea Eagles most promising young prospects for the 2026 season.

Bulldogs sign Sharks fullback

The Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs have made another impressive signing under the continued recruitment of coach Cameron Ciraldo, signing a promising young Sharks player.

NRL punishment revealed over Panthers trainer controversy

After a controversial match that saw a Penrith Panthers trainer appear to try to put off Jayden Campbell from kicking a crucial goal on the weekend, the NRL has now issued a breach notice to the Panthers over the incident with the proposed punishment now revealed.

Dolphins injury update on Herbie Farnworth

After leaving the Dolphins’ Round 22 match against the New Zealand Warriors with a hamstring injury, the scan results are in and the Dolphins have provided an update on when Herbie Farnworth is expected to return to the field.

Dragons table two-year contract for Tigers star

The Wests Tigers are at risk of losing another integral part of their lineup with the Dragons tabling a two-year contract offer in a calculated recruitment raid spearheaded by Shane Flanagan.

Panthers looking to poach prodigious Raider

The Penrith Panthers are reportedly showing interest in poaching one of the Canberra Raiders young emerging talents which would be a blow for the youth movement that has spearheaded the Raiders incredible success in 2025.

Roosters James Tedesco contract update

With rivals like Rugby 360 and NRL expansion franchises circling the games marquee players, there has suddenly been an update on Roosters captain James Tedesco's future.

Cowboys debutant to make history

A young Cowboys prop will make history debuting in round 22 as only the second African born player to lace up their boots in the NRL era.

NRL Supercoach: Targeting matchups

Targeting or 'hunting' matchups in NRL Supercoach can be a big factor in your success week to week. With H2H finals around the corner and only half a dozen rounds until Supercoach closes for another year, focusing week by week can be crucial.

Dragons dealt huge blow losing forward for season

After the Dragons depth has been tested in recent months they will now be without one of their best forwards for the remainder of the season after they succumbed to an ongoing shoulder injury.

Clubs lining up to poach Storm halves

The re-signing of Jahrome Hughes will likely come at a cost for the Melbourne Storm, with rival clubs now circling for one of their young halves.

Cowboys re-sign half at the expense of young gun

In a sliding doors moment Cowboys coach Todd Payten has made a critical call on his clubs future halves stocks with the re-signing of one star likely seeing another young gun exit the club.

Storm set to fend off expansion teams and re-sign star

Despite threats from around the NRL including incoming expansion teams, and the possible raids from rugby union coming, the Melbourne Storm have reportedly solidified their future re-signing one of their key stars for a further 3 more seasons.

Could Roosters veteran make NRL history?

Whilst Alex Johnston has been earmarked for years as the man to break Ken Irvine's 212 try scoring record, an under the radar player emerges who has the chance to surpass them both as the NRL's all-time try scorer.

NRL eyes record TV deal and Vegas extension

Peter V'landy's is leading a charge to sign a record NRL broadcast deal as well as a Las Vegas extension that has seen the ARL commission boss meet with the NFL targeting some of the biggest financial expansion potential the game has ever seen that could topple the AFL.

NRL Supercoach: Best 2RF options to replace fallen guns

In the space of a fortnight, NRL Supercoaches have lost the likes of Dylan Lucas, Tino Fa'asuamaleaui, and Keaon Koloamatangi to long-term injuries, and it has the Supercoach world scrambling for 2RF replacements. Thankfully, there is a lot of quality options to choose from.

Blayke Brailey rejects Sharks contract offer

Arguably the best hooker in the NRL on current form, Blayke Brailey has rejected the Cronulla Sharks' contract offer to re-sign him, potentially triggering a feeding frenzy on the open market come November.

Salary cap to push Origin player out of Broncos

The continued salary cap constraints at the Brisbane Broncos is set to yield another casualty, with a State of Origin player the latest to likely be departing red hill come November 1.

New Kangaroos coach revealed

After Mal Meninga left the head coaching role of the Australian Kangaroos vacant to head to the Perth Bears, it has been reported that the ARLC has decided on his successor.

Dragons star suffers season ending injury

After what has been a tough year for St. George Illawarra Dragons, things have just gotten even worse with one of their star players being ruled out for the remainder of the 2025 NRL season.

V'landy's dismisses R360: 'If it seems to good to be true, it just might be'

Despite the building threat and momentum of a new lucrative ruby union competition to attract top NRL talent, ARLC chair Peter V'lands had a blunt message to players considering a code switch.

Knights set to stick with O’Brien despite struggles—for now

Despite prior reports suggesting the Newcastle Knights were set to move on from coach Adam O'Brien, there has been a new update on the clubs position.

NRL Supercoach: Best downgrade options for the run home

We are into the final third of the NRL Supercoach season - the run home. To have your best team downgrading a player with a trade is often essential to come home strong, and can make or break Supercoach teams with the decisions you make.

Storm superstar is the latest Rugby Union target

Another soon to be off contract NRL superstar is being targeted for a switch to Rugby Union on big money to walk out on the NRL and the Melbourne Storm.

Bulldogs' extraordinary Lachlan Galvin back-flip

After mostly playing Lachlan Galvin in a bench role and last round dropping him out of the 17 all together, the Bulldogs have had an extraordinary backflip on how they are using their new half with a shake-up coming this week.

Rabbitohs star’s career at crossroads after being ruled out for the season

South Sydney's 2025 season has gone from bad to worse with yet another injury to one of their stars threatening to extinguish any hope of playing finals football.

Possible Hasler coaching successor at Titans revealed

A surprising coaching candidate for the Gold Coast Titans has emerged in the wake of speculation current coach Des Hasler may be ousted as Titans coach any week now.

Joey Manu makes a decisive call on his future

Ex-Rooster Joey Manu has made another call on his future after finishing off his Japanese rugby contract with the Toyota Verblitz.

Another Storm star ruled out of round 19 Knights clash

After already being short on troops for this weekends away match against the Newcastle Knights, the Melbourne Storm have had to rule out another star player due to injury.

Cameron Munster to miss Storm's round 19 clash following Origin triumph

Cameron Munster has been ruled out of the Melbourne Storms round 19 clash against the Newcastle Knights after winning the State of Origin decider and series on Wednesday night.

NRL Supercoach 2025: What to do at hooker

The Hooker position in Supercoach has caused headaches amongst coaches all season with no standout performers putting their hand up for the run home. So what options do Supercoach teams have with few trades left and the run home in sight?

The stats from the Origin decider that should worry NSW Blues

There is a growing trend from the statistics that have come out of the deciding State of Origin game in Sydney on Wednesday night, and they should worry NSW Blues and their fans immensely.

To’o eyes Origin history as game III looms

In the State of Origin decider tonight NSW Blues winger Brian To'o has the chance to etch his name in the history books and cement a legacy few have the chance to achieve.

NSW Blues injury update ahead of State of Origin Game III

The NSW Blues have provided a critical update on their players battling injuries ahead of State of Origin Game III on Wednesday night.

Roosters rising star ignites tug-of-war between codes

Roosters star a rugby union target to defect ahead of the Rugby World Cup in Australia as the NRL gets ready for another battle to keep one of their rising young talents from their cross code rivals.

Former Steelers legend watches son debut in round 18

A famous rugby league family added another chapter to rugby league history with the son of a Illawarra Steelers legend and NSW Blues State of Origin representative making his NRL debut on the wing for the Sydney Roosters.

Bulldogs star signs with Cowboys

The Canterbury player will head north after being deemed surplus to requirements.

Storm star ruled out of Cowboys clash

The already undermanned Melbourne Storm have lost one of their star players to injury ahead of a crucial clash against the North Queensland Cowboys.

Knights star to likely 'miss out on the rest of the year'

In a massive blow to the Newcastle Knights 2025 NRL season one of their stars has revealed they likely wont play again until next season.

NRL Supercoach: Bye-round PODs to fire up your season

In NRL Supercoach if you do not trade in any point of difference (POD) players at this point of the season, it is impossible to make up ground. These are the PODs that could change your season this week and help you win.

Perth Bears target Bulldogs star as marquee signing

The Bears boss states interest in signing the Canterbury Bulldogs forward on a long term deal - possibly as a future captain of the new NRL franchise.

Broncos legend charged with high-range drink driving

Former Brisbane Broncos star, premiership winner, State of Origin and Australian representative charged with high range drink driving.

Origin injury crisis for the NSW Blues?

Five NSW Blues players are under a injury cloud ahead of the 2025 State of Origin game III decider in Sydney.

Utoikamanu reveals Bellamy all-time spray that 'needed to happen'

The Storm front-rower re-lived a famous dressing down from the legendary coach.

The NRL Supercoach players you need for the big bye round

When it comes to NRL bye rounds like round 18, quality over quantity is key in the world of NRL Supercoach.

Origin stars who could play for a new NRL club next week

Several players, headlined by former representative stars, could be on the move within a week in one of the most fascinating NRL June 30 player transfer deadlines in recent memory.