Craig Hodges concedes Titans brought back struggling half Ash Taylor too early

Gold Coast Titans stand-in coach Craig Hodges admits they brought back struggling half Ash Taylor too early as he continues to deal with personal issues

Valentine Holmes impresses in brief stint during NFL debut for New York Jets

Former rugby league star Valentine Holmes did his hopes of making the Jets 53-man roster no harm during his NFL debut

Brendon Julian believes Mitchell Starc should be a certainty to play second test

Brendon Julian believes that discarded paceman Mitchell Starc should be a certainty to play for Australia in the second test against England at Lords next week.

Ash Taylor reportedly dropped from Titans side, may not play again this year

Gold Coast Titans halfback Ash Taylor will be reportedly dropped for their side's clash with the St George Illawarra Dragons and may not play again this year as he continues his recovery from personal issues.

Warriors confirm interest in Api Koroisau

The New Zealand Warriors have confirmed their interest in Sea Eagles hooker Api Koroisau as they get set to move on from Issac Luke.

Ivan Cleary frustrated after James Maloney suspension

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary admits that he has been left frustrated by the judiciary's decision to suspend James Maloney

James O'Connor set for line up at outside centre for first time since 2013

James O'Connor is set to thrust into the starting line-up for the first time since 2013 when the Wallabies take on the All Blacks in Perth on Saturday night

All Blacks name full-strength side for opening match

The All Blacks will be looking for the 17th consecutive Bledisloe Cup victory when they begin the two-game series against the Wallabies on Saturday night

James Maloney to fight one week suspension at judiciary

Panthers and NSW five-eighth James Maloney is set to miss a week after being charged for an alleged trip during his side's 16-8 loss to the Bulldogs on Saturday night.

St George Illawarra fans ramp up pressure on coach Paul McGregor

Disgruntled St George Illawarra Dragons fans have stepped up the pressure on coach Paul McGregor during their clash with the Parramatta Eels at Netstrata Jubilee Stadium.

Dragons hit back despite apparent knock on during Mikaele Ravalawa try

The St George Illawarra Dragons have hit back in their clash against the Parramatta Eels through Mikaele Ravalawa despite an apparent knock-on from five-eighth Gareth Widdop in the build-up.

Caretaker coach Craig Hodges savages Titans after historic loss

Caretaker Titans coach Craig Hodges has savaged the effort and performance displayed by the Titans during their 58-6 loss to the Roosters at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Sunday afternoon.

Roosters dominate struggling Titans in record-breaking performance

The Sydney Roosters have dominated the struggling Titans 58-6 at the Sydney Cricket Ground, inflicting the second-largest loss and highest points total in club history.

Paul Gallen slams 'public' handling of Knights Jesse Ramien departure

Sharks captain Paul Gallen has slammed the Newcastle Knights for their handling and treatment of Jesse Ramien's departure.

Allan Border believes Steve Smith's heroics have highlighted Australia's fragile top order

Former Australian captain Allan Border believes that Steve Smith's heroic batting performances in the first test have exposed the fragility and lack of confidence within the Australian top order.

Dazed Sharks fullback Matt Moylan nearly gifts Souths try

Sharks fullback Matt Moylan has left fans questioning the concussion protocol after nearly gifting Souths their first try in their match at PointsBet Stadium on Saturday night.

Jack Cogger scores controversial try to secure Bulldogs victory

Canterbury Bulldogs five-eighth Jack Cogger has scored a controversial try to secure the Bulldogs 16-8 win over the Penrith Panthers at Bankwest Stadium

Reuben Garrick's aerobatics caps off incredible Manly try

Manly Sea Eagles winger Reuben Garrick has scored one of the tries of the year after his acrobatic effort helped extend Manly's lead against the Newcastle Knights at Brookvale Oval.

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy backs Cameron Smith to play beyond 2020

Melbourne Storm coach Craig Bellamy has backed captain Cameron Smith to continue playing beyond 2020 after their 40-4 win over the Brisbane Broncos at Suncorp Stadium on Friday night.

Channel Nine's decision to choose Todd Woodbridge as host angers fans

The decision to select tennis great Todd Woodbridge as the host of Channel Nine's Ashes campaign has left many fans angered and confused.

Gorden Tallis lashes out at Jesse Ramien after release

Former Broncos and Queensland enforcer Gorden Tallis has lashed out at departing Knights centre Jesse Raimen after he was granted permission to leave the club.

Ben Cousins arrested after breach of bail conditions

Ben Cousins is back in custody and has faced court after his bail was revoked for an inadequate urine sample.

Ivan Cleary shoots down allegations of swearing at referees

Panthers coach Ivan Cleary has rejected claims that he swore at officials during the side's 30-18 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.

Furious Warriors set to challenge NRL over refs' performance during loss

New Zealand Warriors CEO Cameron George is set to challenge the NRL regarding the performance of the referee's during their loss to the Parramatta Eels on Saturday night.

Referee Ashley Klein involved in confrontation with Panthers players and Ivan Cleary

NRL Referee Ashley Klein has been involved with a verbal confrontation with several Panthers players and coach Ivan Cleary during Penrith's clash with the Raiders at Panthers Stadium.

Sydney Roosters forward Sio Siua Taukeiaho carried off the field with calf injury

Sydney Roosters forward Sio Siua Taukeiaho has been carried off the field during their 20-12 win over the Canterbury Bulldogs at ANZ Stadium.

Paul Kent unleashes on Match Review Committee over lack of consistency

Daily Telegraph journalist Paul Kent has unleashed on the Match Review Committee and head of football Graham Annesley over a lack of inconsistency within their ruling on dangerous tackles.

Daly Cherry-Evans kicks 89th minute field goal to win game for Manly

The match between Manly and Storm has gone down to the wire with Manly halfback Daly Cherry-Evans kicking an 89th-minute field goal to give the Sea Eagles a heart-stopping 11-10 win over the Storm at AAMI Park.

Mark Coyne quits as ARLC commissioner

A NRL Executive has quit the game with Mark Coyne resigning after he was arrested after a boozy night in Singapore in June

Tevita Pangai Junior sin-binned and put on report for hit on Phillip Sami

Broncos second-rower Tevita Pangai Junior has been placed on report and sin-binned for high contact on Titans winger Phillip Sami.

Warriors denied last-gasp try after offload from Roger Tuivasa-Sheck called forward

The Warriors have been denied a last gasp try after an offload from Roger Tuivasa-Sheck was ruled forward against the Parramatta Eels at Bankwest Stadium.

Barnstorming run from Maika Sivo leads to incredible team try

A barnstorming run from Parramatta Eels winger Maika Sivo has capped a terrific team try for the club during their match with the Warriors at Bankwest Stadium.

Graham Annesley defends decision not to charge Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the decision by the match review committee to not charge Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga after he was sin-binned and placed on report for an alleged shoulder charge in their 28-26 loss to the Knights on Friday night.

Campbell Graham scores after the siren to win game for Souths

Souths winger Campbell Graham has scored in the last second of the game to give Souths a thrilling 20-16 win over the Dragons.

Kevin Walters denies interest about the Gold Coast Titans head coaching job

Queensland Origin coach Kevin Walters has denied any interest in the vacant Gold Coast Titans head coaching job.

Newcastle Knights coach Nathan Brown savages team after 28-26 loss

Knights coach Nathan Brown has blasted his team after their 28-26 loss to the Tigers.

Kalyn Ponga sin-binned for alleged shoulder charge

Knights fullback Kalyn Ponga has been sin-binned and put on report for an alleged shoulder charge that left Michael Chee-Kam unconscious and requiring a stretcher.

Andrew Johns believes Brisbane Broncos should target Kieran Foran

Former Newcastle Knights halfback and Channel Nine commentator Andrew Johns believes that the Brisbane Broncos should target Kieran Foran, describing him as a "great fit."

Brad Arthur shuts down rumours surrounding Semi Radradra's return

Parramatta Eels coach Brad Arthur has angrily quashed any rumours about Fijian international Semi Radradra returning to the club.

Valentine Holmes' NFL dreams boosted by release of rival running back

Valentine Holmes dreams of making it in the NFL have received a significant boost, with the release of one of his competing running backs in the New York Jets squad.

Whittaker vs Adesanya confirmed for UFC 243

UFC Middleweight Champion Robert Whittaker has confirmed that he will fight interim champion Israel Adesanya at Melbourne's Marvel Stadium for UFC 243 on October 6

Lions defender Harris Andrews suspended for a week for striking Nick Larkey

Brisbane Lions defender Harris Andrews has been suspended for a week for striking North Melbourne forward Nick Larkey.

Viliame Kikau suspended two weeks for shoulder charge

Penrith Panthers second-rower Viliame Kikau has been suspended for two matches after being found guilty of a shoulder charge on Dragons

Ben Stokes declines nomination for 'New Zealander of the Year'

England cricket hero Ben Stokes has declined his nomination for 'New Zealander of the Year' after his man of the match performance for England in the World Cup final.

NSW Sports Minister laughs off Queensland's Grand Final bid

NSW Sports Minister John Sidoti has laughed off any potential bid from Queensland to host the NRL Grand Final, labelling it as an "ordinary place."

Allan Border urges selectors to choose best batsmen available

Former Australian captain Allan Border has urged the Australian selectors to choose the best batsmen available, regardless of their dominant hand.

Canterbury Bulldogs allegedly willing to pay half a million to offload Kieran Foran

The Canterbury Bulldogs are allegedly looking to offload former Kiwi international Kieran Foran.

Shane Warne believes Australia needs to show more aggression in order to win the Ashes

Former Australian cricketer and Fox Sports commentator Shane Warne believes that Australia needs to show more aggression if they want to win the Ashes.

Paul Gallen admits "elements of truth" in rumours surrounding rifts engulfing the club

Cronulla Sharks captain Paul Gallen has admitted there are "elements of truth" in rumours of a rift engulfing the Sharks playing group.

Legends blast misfiring Sharks halfback Shaun Johnson

Rugby League legends Steve Roach and Geoff Toovey have blasted Shaun Johnson for his "erratic, unsettled" performance after the Sharks one-point loss to the Warriors.

Andrew Johns predicts Souths will win the NRL Premiership

Former Newcastle Knights halfback Andrew Johns has predicted that the South Sydney Rabbitohs will be the team that will win the NRL Premiership in 2019.

Paul Kent blasts St George Dragons for resting Ben Hunt

Journalist Paul Kent has blasted the St George Dragons to failing to play Ben Hunt after their 40-18 loss to the Panthers.

Bulldogs set to take games to Perth from 2020 onwards

The Canterbury Bulldogs are set to take one home game per year to Perth from 2020 onwards.

Graham Annesley defends decision to not charge Matt Dufty for shoulder charge

NRL head of football Graham Annesley has defended the decision not to charge St George Dragons fullback Matt Dufty for a shoulder charge

Shane Warne names his Ashes sqaud

Former Australian spinner Shane Warne has revealed his squad for the upcoming Ashes series, choosing to select in-form wicketkeeper Matthew Wade in his side for the first test.

World Nines confirmed for October under 'rebooted' rules

International rugby league is set to be "rebooted" with the re-introduction of the World Nines concept.

Sharks respond to talk Andrew Fifita 'pushes' John Morris around

Andrew Fifita has taken full responsibility for the moment of madness that cost struggling Cronulla a much-needed victory over the Warriors.

The Ashes 2019: Darren Lehmann's left field selections for the first test match

Former Australian coach Darren Lehmann has called for a return for Cameron Bancroft along with refusing to guarantee Mitchell Starc's spot in his Ashes side.

Kent claims rift exists within Sharks playing group

Journalist and NRL 360 host Paul Kent has suggested that a rift within the playing group of the Cronulla Sharks has been the catalyst to their mid-season collapse.

Ben Cousins faces court after breach of bail conditions

Former Brownlow medalist Ben Cousins has returned to court after breaching his bail conditions.

Titans not in rush to find new head coach

Gold Coast Titans interim coach Craig Hodges has confirmed that the club will take their time in the selection of a new coach after their 38-18 loss to the Melbourne Storm.

Sandor Earl scores first try since returning from drug suspension

Melbourne Storm winger Sandor Earl has scored his first try in 6 years after his comeback from a drug suspension.

Sharks captain Paul Gallen criticises side for lack of effort during slump

Cronulla Sharks captain Paul Gallen has criticised the lack of effort and accountability within the side after their 19-18 loss to the Warriors.

Mark Taylor picks his squad for the Ashes first test

Former Australian captain and current Channel 9 commentator Mark Taylor has revealed his squad for the first Ashes Test starting on August 1.

Mundine vs Parr fight confirmed for November

Legendary Muay Thai kickboxer John Wayne Parr has confirmed that he will fight former WBA super-middleweight champion Anthony Mundine on November 29.

Butcher scores from kick-off despite apparent knock on

Sydney Roosters second-rower Nat Butcher has scored from the kick-off despite seemingly knocking the ball on in the side's 48-10 win.

Tedesco caps off incredible try of the year candidate

The incredible team effort has become the front-runner for try of the year

Fifita and Kikau facing suspension after late hits

Andrew Fifita and Viliame Kikau are facing suspensions after late hits

Penrith controversially not awarded penalty try despite Matt Dufty shoulder charge

The Penrith Panthers have been controversially not awarded a penalty try after Dragons fullback Matt Dufty appeared to shoulder charge centre Brent Naden into touch in the process of scoring.

Sharks winger Sosaia Feki scores acrobatic try despite suspected forward pass

Cronulla Sharks winger Sosaia Feki has scored an incredible acrobatic try, however, the touch judges have appeared to miss a forward pass in the build-up

Sam Newman criticises activists for "hijacking" Goodes debate

AFL personality Sam Newman has spoken out about his appearance in the Adam Goodes documentary 'The Final Quarter', believing that the issue has been "hijacked by activists."

Hagan reveals how close Andrew Johns was to leaving Knights in 2000

Michael Hagan reveals how close the Newcastle Knights were to losing Andrew Johns in the 2000 off-season

Robinson lashes out over Crichton rumours

Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson has let the media know how he feels about talk surrounding Angus Crichton's displeasure with the club prior to their clash with the Knights.

Arrow set to reject offers to leave the Titans

Gold Coast Titans and Queensland Maroons forward Jai Arrow is set to reject offers to leave the struggling club.

Coyne describes arrest as "toughest thing he's ever gone through"

Mark Coyne describes arrest as "toughest thing he's ever gone through" after being stood down as ARLC Commissioner.

NRL Round 17 Injury News

Round 17 has thrown up a stack of injuries post-origin

Benji Marshall's family and friends honour 300th game with haka

Wests Tigers halfback Benji Marshall has been honoured after his 300th game with an emotional post-match haka at Bankwest Stadium.

Nick Cotric sent off after lifting tackle on Tim Lafai

Raiders centre Nick Cotric has been sent off for a lifting tackle during the Raiders' round 17 match with the Dragons.

Robert Jennings scores try after referees fail to rule on suspected forward pass

Wests Tigers winger Robert Jennings has been awarded a try despite a suspected forward pass in the build up

Jake Clifford nails last-minute field goal to win game for Cowboys

Cowboys halfback Jake Clifford has nailed a 79th-minute field goal to snatch a 15-12 victory for the Cowboys over the Roosters at Central Coast Stadium.

Liam Knight latest victim of NRL's late hit crackdown

Souths prop Liam Knight is the latest culprit of the NRL’s crackdown on late hits, cited with a Grade 2 Dangerous Contact charge after his hit on Manly’s Daly Cherry-Evans.

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been put on the report for allegedly leading with his head

Roosters enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been put on report for allegedly leading with his head against Cowboys and Queensland prop Josh McGurie.

Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been put on the report for allegedly leading with his head

Roosters enforcer Jared Waerea-Hargreaves has been put on report for allegedly leading with his head against Cowboys and Queensland prop Josh McGurie.

Fittler criticises media for their handling of personal issues during Origin

NSW Blues coach Brad Fittler has criticised the media for their handling of “personal issues” during the 2019 State of Origin series.

Payne Haas' tackle ensures the first draw since 2016

The Broncos and Warriors have played out a thrilling 18-18 draw thanks to an inspired tackle from Payne Haas

Bennett questions the use of the Bunker during one-point victory over Manly

Wayne Bennett has questioned the use of the Bunker during South Sydney's 21-20 win over Manly Sea Eagles.

Souths v Manly: Knight avoids sanction for late hit on Cherry-Evans

Souths front-rower Liam Knight has avoided any sanction regarding a late hit on Manly halfback Daly Cherry Evans during Souths clash with the Sea Eagles.

State of Origin: Greg Alexander's glowing praise for Ferguson after win

Blues assistant coach Greg Alexander has praised Eels and NSW winger Blake Ferguson as an incredible athlete and person after NSW’s Origin win on Wednesday.

Maloney's potential departure opens up war-chest for Penrith

Penrith could have up to $1 million to spend if Origin five-eight James Maloney decides to leave at the end of the year.

Tim Simona’s sensational return to rugby league

Tim Simona’s sensational return to rugby league has been confirmed as he's been named for the Blacktown Workers against Rabbitohs in the Canterbury Cup.

Mitchell Pearce cut-out pass sees SKD open scoring

Mitchell Pearce has wowed commentators with perfect cut out pass for the opening try

Bennett confirms George Burgess’ departure from South Sydney

South Sydney Rabbitohs coach Wayne Bennett has confirmed that George Burgess will not be a part of the club in 2020.

Naden re-signs with Panthers on two-year deal

Outside back Brent Naden has re-signed for the Penrith Panthers for the next two years.

John Cartwright breaks down after learning about son’s debut

Penrith great John Cartwright has shown his emotional side after learning about his son’s Jed impending debut for his former club, the Penrith Panthers.

Genia announces retirement from rugby after World Cup

Wallabies and outgoing Rebels halfback Will Genia has announced his retirement from international rugby at the conclusion of the 2019 Rugby World Cup.

Pietersen was making headlines last week, brashly tweeting that England already had the Cup won

His signing continues the Warriors strong push towards the future.

Su’a has been linked with the club since the start of the year.