Knights coach Nathan Brown reveals moment when he knew his job was in jeopardy

Whilst it came as a shock to most, Nathan Brown had an inkling that his time was up

WATCH: Newtown Jets just scored the strangest try of the year

Exactly as they planned it.

Broncos vs Rabbitohs: Su'a brain-snap earns two MRC charges

The Brisbane Broncos vs South Sydney Rabbitohs clash was everything we expected it to be - highlighted by a melee in the second half that led to Jaydn Su'a being sent to the sin bin.

James Roberts facing three-week ban for dog shot on Oates

It didn't take long for a big talking point with South Sydney Rabbitohs centre James Roberts sin-binned for an elbow on former Brisbane Broncos teammate Corey Oates less than 15 minutes into the first half.

Broncos set to re-sign Corey Oates

Gould launches scathing attack on Seibold’s Broncos

Gould wasn’t impressed by what he saw from the Broncos in Friday’s 22-20 loss to the Rabbitohs.

Bennett backs double sin-binning amid NRL crackdown

Rabbitohs duo James Roberts and Jaydn Su’A were both sin-binned for elbowing ex-team-mates in Friday’s 22-20 victory over the Broncos.

Paul Green, Michael Morgan had alleged verbal altercation at sponsor’s function, report

The Cowboys snapped a five-game losing streak with an upset 24-10 win over the Panthers on Friday night.

Seibold launches angry attack on Demetriou after narrow loss

His Broncos lost the game but Seibold kept up his attack after the Rabbitohs left Suncorp Stadium with a 22-20 victory on Friday night.

Broncos vs Souths: Souths stars combine for freak four-pointer

Damien Cook, Adam Reynolds and Cody Walker linked together from the halfway line to score a breathtaking try to extend their side's lead to eight points over the Broncos.

Broncos vs Rabbitohs: Twitter loses it over Anthony Griffin's commentary

Cowboys vs Panthers: Feldt goes 80m to end Panthers' season

An 80-metre effort from North Queensland Cowboys winger Kyle Feldt has broken the hearts of Penrith Panthers players and fans, all but ending their 2019 finals hopes.

Ryles says 'no thanks' to Knights

Another top candidate in the race for the Newcastle Knights coaching job has pulled out of the race, with Jason Ryles signalling his intent to continue his role as assistant coach of the Melbourne Storm.

'I hate it': Johns calls out Smith in heated wrestling rant

Eighth immortal Andrew Johns has hit out at Cameron Smith in some strong-worded comments towards the wrestling saga.

Maguire credits professionalism ahead of Reynolds' return

He hasn't played a game in the NRL since Round 7, but this weekend Wests Tigers utility Josh Reynolds will make his first grade return against the Newcastle Knights in the unfamiliar hooker position.

McGregor explains positives of De Belin drama

There aren't too many positives to take out of the St George Illawarra Dragons season or ongoing Jack De Belin drama - but Paul McGregor has found one heading into the 2020 season.

arriors coach Stephen Kearney calls for CEO Cameron George to stop talking about club's performance

Kearney has put his boss back in his place

Roosters coach Trent Robinson backs Adam O'Brien for vacant Knights head coaching job

Robinson has addressed the rumours regarding dissension in the Roosters coaching ranks

Eels vs Bulldogs: Smith sin-binned for headbutt

Canterbury Bulldogs winger Reimis Smith has been placed on report and sent to the sin-bin for a headbutt on Eels rival Maika Sivo in the second half of Thursday's clash.

Nathan Brown cops grade two shoulder charge, facing 2-3 week ban

If Brown accepts the early plea, he’ll miss the final two regular season games

NRL 2019: Team lists for round 23

There's less than a month remaining in the regular season and the race for the final two spots in the top eight is wide open.

Johns on Knights: ‘It’s the biggest bunch of BS I’ve ever heard’

Andrew Johns says he was shocked by coach Nathan Brown’s decision to leave the club and has outlined the No.1 area his replacement must focus on.

Arthur, Pay at odds over Brown shoulder charge

Brown was sin-binned and placed on report for a shoulder charge early in the second half of the Eels-Bulldogs clash on Thursday night.

Eels vs Bulldogs: Tempers flare after Brown sin-bin

The clash between old rivals Parramatta and Canterbury promised to be a cracking game - but an ugly hit from Nathan Brown caused a melee early in the second half.

Red V to debut second generation star

With their season over the St George Illawarra Dragons are looking to the future - and will continue that on Saturday night with young gun Tristan Sailor expected to debut.

Reynolds confident ahead of NRL return

He's set to depart the club at the end of the 2019 season - but fill-in hooker Josh Reynolds is feeling confident ahead of his NRL return for the Wests Tigers this weekend.

Shaun Wane declares interest in Newcastle Knights' coaching job

He is currently working part-time as a coaching director with Scotland Rugby Union.

Cleary backs turnaround for 'disjointed' halves

They will need to win their remaining three games to make the NRL finals, and Penrith Panthers coach Ivan Cleary is backing his son Nathan and departing veteran James Maloney to steer them there.

Manly Sea Eagles urged to embrace the viking clap, return of the hate

The match will have a huge bearing on the make-up of the top four.

NRL contract news: Alex Glenn receives new offer from Brisbane Broncos

Financially, it’s a pay cut but if he wants to stay he now has that option.

Bennett wants nothing to do with ongoing Broncos drama

Wayne Bennett has said the ongoing back and forth between the Broncos and Rabbitohs camps "doesn't interest" him.

Sam Burgess won't play in crucial South Sydney v Brisbane showdown

How much will this affect the Rabbitohs?

Damien Cook explains why South Sydney are better this year than last year

He's got a point.

Seibold hits back at Demetriou ahead of Broncos-Rabbitohs clash

Broncos coach Anthony Seibold has returned fire at Souths assistant Jason Demetriou ahead of the clubs' clash on Friday night.

Jack de Belin withdraws appeal against NRL's no-fault stand down policy

The Dragons also released a statement, revealing why their Origin star dropped the appeal.

Gus Gould lashes out at Tevita Pangai Jr suspension

He's still absolutely furious.

Phil Gould writes off Bunnies' top-four chances

Phil Gould can't see South Sydney being a threat for the premiership and has questioned whether some of their players aren't fully fit.

Fitzgibbon linked with rival club after brushing Knights

Craig Fitzgibbon is an NRL head coach in waiting but has withdrawn from the race to replace Nathan Brown in Newcastle.

NRL coach genuinely wanted to fight rival in MMA bout

Green and McGregor traded barbs following the Round 15 clash between the Cowboys and Dragons.

Brown admits to Ponga regrets at Knights

Brown on Tuesday told the Knights he will leave his post at the end of the 2019 NRL season.

Kent: Player whispering forced Brown out

Paul Kent has exposed details around a 'whispering campaign' that was planted within the Knights playing group as a means for ousting coach Nathan Brown.

Nathan Brown reveals the moment he knew his time was up at Newcastle

Pearce lifts lid on 'strange emotions' towards Brown axing

Newcastle Knights captain Mitchell Pearce has opened up for the first time since coach Nathan Brown and the club announced they would be parting ways at the end of the 2019 season.

Reynolds opens up on possible Tigers exile

West Tigers' playmaker Josh Reynolds has opened up on his discussions with coach Michael Maguire about where the lies within the club's future plans.

Fitzgibbon withdraws from race for Knights job

Sydney Roosters and NSW Blues assistant coach Craig Fitzgibbon has ruled himself out of the race for the job at the Newcastle Knights after being formally approached by the club.

The gossip column rumour that helped end Nathan Brown

Things move fast in rugby league but this rumour was on steroids.

The Lurker: When will Bellyache wade into The Storm vs the world?

Bellyache’s pre-game media session will be compulsive viewing this week.

Nathan Brown swipes Wayne Bennett following Knights sacking

Nathan Brown has taken an almighty swipe at former Knights coach Wayne Bennett following his departure from the Hunter club.

Why is Brown really leaving the Knights?

The Knights on Tuesday announced Brown would step down as head coach at the end of the 2019 NRL season.

Boyd awkwardly forced to pick sides in Seibold-Bennett stoush

Boyd played his entire NRL career under Bennett at three clubs before Seibold took the reins at Red Hill in December.

Storm official offers comical defence of Smith's ‘wingnut’ tackle

Smith was issued a ‘concerning act notice’ by the NRL after pulling the ear of a Raiders player on Saturday night.

Pangai Junior agrees with controversial five-week ban

Tevita Pangai Junior was on Tuesday night whacked with a five-game suspension for a crusher tackle on Panthers veteran James Maloney.

Tevita Pangai Jr receives five match ban for dangerous contact on James Maloney

He has likely played his last game of the year for the Broncos

'Have a bit of respect': Walters feels for Brown, not keen on Knights job

As he did with the Titans, Kevin Walters has doubled down on his commitment to his role as Queensland coach just hours after the job at Newcastle became vacant.

Cowboys prop Matt Scott suffers mild stroke

The former Queensland and Australian representative was hospitalised on Sunday

Court date set for trial of stood down Dragons forward Jack de Belin

The former NSW representative will have his case heard on the eve of the 2020 season

Souths' star trio hold crisis meeting amid season collapse

The South Sydney Rabbitohs are in the midst of a dramatic season collapse on the eve of the finals, and their three most important players have decided enough is enough.

Nathan Brown and the Newcastle Knights agree to end his contract

It had been rumoured - but still comes as a shock.

Souths players dispute Seibold's comments about their attack

Three key members of the South Sydney team have disputed comments made by former coach Anthony Seibold that "not a lot's changed" in their attack.

James Maloney defends Melbourne Storm wrestling tactics

Maloney pushes the line himself - but he's also a match-winner.

Bulldog's Bite: The NRL's 10 most valuable players

It was a difficult task but I somehow managed to trim back a significant list to just ten, in order, of rugby league’s most valuable.

Gallen reveals how Smith gets away with dirty tactics

Paul Gallen has opened up on the on-field antics of long-time Origin rival Cameron Smith, amid the furor surrounding the Melbourne captain's wrestling tactics used against Canberra on Saturday.

Cronk fires off on Storm wrestling critics

Roosters star and two-time Storm premiership player Cooper Cronk has shot down suggestions that Melbourne's defensive tactics go beyond the rules of the game.

Walker happy to 'play the villain'

Dylan Walker will return to Canberra for the first time since a series of fiery in-your-face exchanges with Raiders stars branded him the most hated player in the game.

Latrell Mitchell calls for more education and tougher penalties

Not good.

Klemmer refutes 'Origin hangover' claims

Newcastle Knights and NSW Blues front-rower David Klemmer has refuted claims of an 'Origin' hangover - and says the rep period is no excuse for his side's poor form.

Farah determined to ignore doctor's advice

Robbie Farah has been warned against playing with a broken leg after declaring he will ignore the injury and play on in his farewell season.

NRL injury update: Beale and Liddle suffer devastating knee injuries

Graham Annesley defends Bunker's decision to award Bronson Xerri try in Sharks win over Dragons

"The criticism is ill-informed"

Adelaide to host Origin opener

NRL have today announced the schedule for the 2020 Holden State of Origin series, with Adelaide Oval to host the opening match next June for the first time.

Shaun Lane denies holding drugs in leaked Mad Monday photo

"I felt like an idiot"

Perth to host the 2020 edition of the NRL Nines

It's back.

Smith under fire for ugly tactics

Melbourne Storm skipper Cameron Smith has come under fire for ugly tactics in his side's 22-18 loss to Canberra on Saturday night, with footage emerging of an 'ear pull' on Bailey Simonsson.

NRL 2019: Round 22 Team of the Week

Team of the week.

Sydney Roosters veteran Mitchell Aubusson to sign one-year contract extension

Good move.

Billy Moore says Darius Boyd should retire

Fair?

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco holds leads at top

After four straight three-vote performances, James Tedesco missed out in round 22, despite the Roosters recording a big win over the Warriors.

Finch explodes over latest Storm criticism

Finch played three seasons for the Storm and hit back hard at the criticism of the club’s wrestling tactics.

Mitchell reveals Goodes sent message of support after anti-racism stance

Mitchell last week published a racist message he received from a fan on social media and later vowed to ‘name and shame’ anyone who hurls similar abuse his way in the future.

Paul McGregor's surprise take on Wade Graham’s knock on confession

McGregor could have gone all nuclear at the decision by the video referee.

Wade Graham admits he touched ball before Bronson Xerri's match-winner

Cronulla forward Wade Graham has admitted he touched the ball in the lead-up to Bronson Xerri's match-winner at Shark Park on Sunday afternoon.

Gorden Tallis wants to bring punching back to eradicate the niggle

Repercussions for actions - or dinosaur talk?

Gerard Beale suffers suspected dislocated knee in Warriors' loss

The green whistle was, understandably, liberally employed.

Cooper Cronk falcon provides stunning try assist

Cooper Cronk is used to setting up tries with his hands and feet, but it was his head that helped the Roosters to a four-pointer on Sunday afternoon.

NRL 2019: Joseph Tapine escapes ban for punching

The latest round of MRC charges hits like a wet lettuce leaf

UPDATE: Brisbane Broncos will challenge Pangai Junior's MRC charge

The Broncos will have some tough calls to make.

Ricky Stuart swipes ‘non-believers’, rival coaches after Canberra’s epic win over Storm

The Raiders roared back from 18-0 down to upset the Storm in Melbourne on Saturday night.

Ferguson breaks silence on career-threatening health scare

Ferguson has been sidelined since Round 17 after suffering an allergic reaction following minor knee surgery.

Bennett says season ‘getting close’ to slipping away

Bennett’s Bunnies will finish the weekend outside of the top-four for the first time this season after a 14-6 loss to the Bulldogs at ANZ Stadium.

Bellamy blames complacency for shocking collapse

The Storm surrendered a 14-point half-time lead as the Raiders stole a 22-18 victory at AAMI Park.

Paul Green criticises side for 'lack of effort' after demoralising loss

North Queensland Cowboys coach Paul Green has criticised his side for a lack of effort after their demoralising 42-6 loss to the Newcastle Knights on Saturday afternoon.

Joseph Tapine sent to the sin bin for punch on Nelson Asofa-Solomona

Emerging Raiders forward Joseph Tapine found himself in the sin bin for a punch on Nelson Asofa-Solomona during his side's clash with Melbourne at AAMI Park on Saturday evening.

Legends slam decision to suspend Tevita Pangai Junior after alleged crusher tackle

Legends Wendell Sailor and Ryan Girdler have slammed the decision to suspend Tevita Pangai Junior

Josh Reynolds reaffirms commitment to West Tigers for immediate future

The former Origin-winning half has given an update on his future

Shaun Lane fined $17,500 by Parramatta Eels after mad Monday incident

Parramatta Eels second-rower Shaun Lane has been fined $17,500 by the club after photos from a mad Monday re-emerged on social media.

Wigan go level on points with Wire

Three tries in a dominant spell saw Wigan Warriors ease past potential play-off opponents Warrington Wolves.

Seibold swipes Bennett to light fuse for Broncos-Bunnies clash

It was subtle, but Seibold’s sneaky swipe is sure to extract a spicy response from Bennett in the coming days.

Gould issues dire warning to rugby league fans

Gould accused the NRL of being reactive and says he fears for the code’s very existence.

Payne Haas seals victory with incredible solo try

One of the best tries you will ever see from a front-rower

Broncos vs Panthers: Turpin sin-binned for Edwards shot

It took less than 10 minutes in Friday's second NRL game for tensions to boil over, after Brisbane Broncos halfback Jake Turpin was sin-binned for a high shot on Penrith fullback Dylan Edwards.

Andrew Johns believes Tom Trbojevic is the most valuable player in the NRL

Johns believes that the only seven players in the game are worth $1 million, with a few controversial exclusions

Titans vs Eels: Sivo denied in controversial fashion

Parramatta Eels winger Maika Sivo has been denied a try early in the second half of their clash with the Gold Coast Titans on Friday night for a 'push' on Jesse Arthars.

Bennett in support of NRL trading window

The proposed NRL trading window is certainly a hot topic at the moment, and South Sydney Rabbitohs head coach Wayne Bennett has thrown his support behind the idea.

Raiders' milestone men lauded ahead of Storm clash

Milestones feel like they are being reached every week lately in the NRL - and on Saturday night, Canberra Raiders stars Jack Wighton and Joey Leilua will rack up significant achievements of their own.

Sticky fires back over stripping criticism

It's been one of the biggest talking points in the NRL this week - but Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has defended his side over their use of the stripping rule that is dividing coaches, fans and experts.

Todd Greenberg defends decision to gift Cameron Smith's wife diamond ring after 400th game

The latest gift to Cameron Smith has a nice 'ring' to it

Dragons looking to blood 'son of a gun'

Their season is over and with no chance of a finals appearance, the St George Illawarra Dragons are now hoping to debut a future superstar in the coming weeks in Tristan Sailor - son of former Dragon, Wendell.

Craig Bellamy defends Melbourne's tactics with crack at Rabbitohs' judiciary record

This sounds like a familiar song being sung.

Tigers dealt double blow in big loss

Trent Barrett to return to the NRL with the Penrith Panthers

Ivan Cleary is reportedly the man behind Barrett’s return to Penrith.

Lose the phones, not Mad Monday says Peter Sterling

Technology has evolved and, with that, exposure has increased.

NRL 2019: Round 22 Team Lists

With a month left in the regular season and two spots in the top eight still very much up for grabs, the NRL is heating up heading into Round 22.

Leeds Rhinos 20-36 St Helens

Super League leaders St Helens put in an impressive second-half display as they stormed to a 36-20 victory over Leeds Rhinos at Headingley.

Richardson angrily denies Storm claims he’s Bennett’s puppet

Richardson launched an extraordinary attack against Melbourne’s wrestling tactics in the aftermath of Sunday’s 26-16 loss to the Storm.

Hasler highlights questionable tactic after entering top four

The Sea Eagles moved into the top four on for-and-against with a comprehensive 32-12 victory over Wests Tigers on Thursday night.

Keary, Cronk slam 'disrespectful' Boyd comparison

Anthony Seibold this week compared Kangaroos incumbent Luke Keary to struggling Broncos five-eighth Darius Boyd.

Titans looking to offload struggling star

Justin Holbrook hasn't even arrived in Australia to take charge at the Gold Coast Titans yet - but reports are suggesting the club is looking to offload struggling halfback Ash Taylor.

Rabbitohs sign Broncos young gun

South Sydney Rabbitohs have announced the signing of promising young halfback Troy Dargan for the next two seasons from the Brisbane Broncos.

Eels preparing to 'splash the cash'

They seem to have a war-chest ready to go once November hits - and the Parramatta Eels are preparing to splash the cash on a key forward for the 2021 season onwards.

Lane receives support from Eels coach

Parramatta Eels coach Brad Arthur has thrown his support behind embattled second-rower Shaun Lane in the wake of the 'Mad Monday' photos that were released this week.

Anthony Seibold hits out at Luke Keary after Darius Boyd criticism

Strong deflection.

Jazz Tevaga launches fundraising campaign for injured Nathaniel Roache

Good guy Jazz Tevaga.

South Sydney boss Shane Richardson launches extraordinary tirade at Melbourne Storm

Bang.

Andrew Johns identifies what's going wrong at the Newcastle Knights

Does The Eighth get it right?

DPP makes major call in Dylan Walker case

Walker was in May found not guilty of two charges stemming from an alleged altercation with his fiancée last December.

Mitchell doubles down in war against racist trolls

Mitchell publicly shamed an online troll who allegedly sent him a racist message on social media on Sunday night.

Peter Beattie pronounces JJ Giltinan's name wrong

Peter Beattie has made more than his fair share of gaffes in his time iin rugby league and he added another on Wednesday night.

Tedesco in third party investigation, reports

News broke on Wednesday night that Sydney Roosters superstar James Tedesco is involved in an NRL Integrity Unit investigation in relation to third party deals.

Gould unsure over expansion plans

It is one of the hottest ongoing debates in rugby league, and Phil 'Gus' Gould is just as unsure over NRL's expansion plans as everyone else.

Madge gives update on injured star

With just four weeks remaining in the 2019 season and the Wests Tigers' season hanging by a thread, you would excuse Robbie Farah if he decided his broken leg was not worth coming back from.

Souths legend to retire at season's end

After a couple of days of speculation, South Sydney Rabbitohs legend John Sutton has officially announced his retirement from the NRL at the end of the 2019 season.

Hasler responds to Mad Monday images

Manly coach Des Hasler does not support a Mad Monday ban but has warned players against appearing in ‘joke’ photos while out in public.

Valentine Holmes is the LeBron James of rugby, according to New York Jets teammate

Wow.

North Queensland Cowboys enter the race for Jesse Ramien, reports

Would it be a good fit?

Benji Marshall says NRL players must be smarter after Shaun Lane Mad Monday scandal

Be better.

Testicle attack ban for Bulls star

George Flanagan is set to miss the rest of this season and the first five games of next term after being given a long ban.

Ferguson received racist online message, report

The Eels star reported the racist message sent to his Instagram account to club officials in June.

Ramien opens up on Knights exit, search for NRL club

Ramien was cut loose by the Knights earlier this month in a stunning move and is on the hunt for a new NRL club for 2020.

Warren among inaugural contributors to join NRL Hall of Fame

For the first time contributors will be inducted into the NRL Hall of Fame on Wednesday night.

Lane to reportedly escape ban over alleged Mad Monday photo

The Eels forward is expected to be fined over a photograph that was taken during Manly’s Mad Monday celebrations last September.

Wests Tigers forward Luke Garner unsuccessful in his bid to have suspension overturned

Wests Tigers forward Luke Garner has failed in his bid to have his one-match suspension overturned at the NRL judiciary.

Kent blasts clubs over Mad Mondays

It's the one day of the year that NRL players have always been able to let their hair down after 25 rounds of fierce competition - but is the 'Mad Monday' tradition becoming outdated?

Cody Walker says playmakers must expect to be hit when running the ball

"You have to cop a hit."

Paul Gallen defends Josh McGuire over alleged eye gouge

It's more of a matey thing.

Bulldog's Bite: The North Sydney Bears can't be allowed back into the NRL

It's romantic - but it makes no sense.

Why Kalyn Ponga doesn't deserve to be amoung the game's elite

Not yet.

NRL injury update: Farah's career-ending injury, Sharks pair sidelined

It's likely the end of a club legend's career after suffering a severe knee injury

Paul Gallen and Gus Gould hammer the NRL's referees

"Some of the worst I've ever seen."

South Sydney Rabbitohs veteran John Sutton to retire

What a career.

Nathan Brown owns up to two errors amid Newcastle's form slump

Newcastle coach Nathan Brown has admitted that he made two errors that he says have contributed to the side's dramatic form slide.

Photo emerges of Shaun lane with bag of white powder

A photo of Parramatta's Shaun Lane holding a bag of a white substance is due to be splashed across the front page of a major newspaper on Tuesday.

Buderus, Jones, Wiki and Young inducted into Hall of Fame

Four new faces have been added into the NRL Hall of Fame, with Danny Buderus, Stacey Jones, Ruben Wiki and Craig Young the latest to be inducted.

Reece Robson signs with North Queensland

Young Dragons hooker Reece Robson has made the decision to jump ship, reportedly heading to the North Queensland on a four-year deal.

NRL Integrity Unit to investigate online abuse of Latrell Mitchell, fellow NRL players

Ordinary behaviour by online trolls shouldn't be tolerated.

Dean Britt signs with Canterbury Bulldogs

The Bulldogs have added to their forward pack with the signing of South Sydney's Dean Britt on a two-year deal.

Police investigating theft of Melbourne Storm officials' phones

Further information has come to light.

NRL 2019: Round 21 Team of the Week

NRL 2019: Round 21 Team of the Week

The Lurker's Dally M: James Tedesco continues hot form

Is this the year for the Roosters' fullback?

Addin Fonua-Blake hammers Mark 'Spud' Carroll over Josh McGuire comments

"Does this guy ever STFU?"

Josh McGuire's wife reveals death threats and mental health toll after online abuse

"Beyond sickened and disappointed"

Farah sustains fractured tibia

Wests Tigers have vowed to do all they can to ensure Robbie Farah's career has not come to an early end.

Roosters to hand controversial ex-coach senior role, report

Anderson was deregistered by the NRL in 2016 for his role in Parramatta’s salary cap scandal.

Bellamy, Bennett make surprising admissions after Round 21 clash

The Storm all-but secured the NRL minor premiership with a 26-16 win over the Rabbitohs on Sunday.

Storm surge clear of Souths

Campbell Graham crossed three times for South Sydney Rabbitohs but that was not enough to see off NRL leaders Melbourne Storm.

Sam Verrills is the latest product of Sydney Roosters' 'indoctrination'

Verrills and the Roosters return to the SCG on Sunday to take on the Warriors.

The NRL strip rule is forcing referees to guess

The original was better.

The Weekend Hangover: Ricky Stuart has turned hype man

He’s backed his team to beat any comer in the grand final – and he doesn’t mind who knows.

Joey Manu's delayed HIA ramps up discussion on concussion protocol

The use of the HIA has come under scrutiny once again after Sydney Roosters centre Joey Manu was taken off almost five minutes after a head-knock had occurred

Raiders v Raiders: James Tedesco provides all-time try assist

Deadset, this guy keeps getting better.

The dangerous precedent being set by players taking an early guilty plea at the judiciary

There is a dangerous precedent being set by players taking an early guilty plea at the judiciary, which is manipulating how tackles are being judged by the match review committee.

Reed Mahoney gives away his match shirt...which still had the GPS in it

Social media to the rescue.

Brad Fittler and Darren Lockyer say Chris Smith sin binning was an overreaction

Too far.

Kalyn Ponga avoids being charged for controversial try-saving tackle

It was a cracking tackle - but was it legal?

Maguire hopeful over Farah

Former Australia hooker Robbie Farah will undergo a scan after limping out of Wests Tigers' loss to Canterbury Bulldogs in the first half.

Egodo double as Tigers beat Broncos

Castleford Tigers climbed to fifth place in Super League as a four-try display saw off a London Broncos side who led in the early stages.

Ponga destroyed by fans following Knights’ latest loss

The Knights slumped to their sixth-straight defeat with a 20-14 loss to the Eels on Saturday night.

Klemmer, Ma’u involved in heated exchange after siren

Klemmer and Ma’u exchanged left hooks on the field and both big men were keen to go on with things after the siren.

NRL has ‘lost the plot’ after Chris Smith sin binning

Smith was sent to the sin bin in the 78th minute of the Bulldogs’ 18-16 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.

Paul Momirovski sprays chance for Tigers to send it to golden point

Wests Tigers centre Paul Momirovski missed a chance to send his side's clash with the Bulldogs to golden point in the final minute of the 80 at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night.

Brown reveals why Newcastle are likely to miss the NRL finals

The Knights now sit three points adrift of eighth spot on the NRL ladder after suffering their sixth-straight loss on Saturday night.

Has Robbie Farah played his last game?

Robbie Farah eventually succumbed to a knee injury in the first half of his side's clash with the Bulldogs at ANZ Stadium on Saturday night.

Moses Mbye lasts less than 10 minutes

Did the Tigers make a mistake in playing him?

Should Kalyn Ponga have been punished for a shoulder charge?

Newcastle fullback Kalyn Ponga pulled off a spectacular try-saving tackle on Parramatta counterpart Clint Gutherson in the first half of their meeting at Bankwest Stadium on Saturday evening.

Dragons vs Titans: Gold Coast Titans defence slammed as 'too easy for first grade'

They've now conceded 98 points in the last two weeks of footy.

NRL 2019: Team lists for Raiders v Roosters and every round 21 side

The finals picture is starting to take shape.

Leeds Rhinos 48-8 Catalans Dragons

Leeds Rhinos moved four points clear of 12th-place London Broncos by thrashing Catalans Dragons on Friday, despite having a man sent off.

Valentine Holmes photo bombs New York Jets’ ‘new era’ tweet

Holmes caught three passes and had three runs in his NFL pre-season debut for the Jets.

Morris plays down Fifita injury, goal kicking woes

Fifita left the field late in the Sharks’ 26-20 loss to the Panthers with an ongoing knee complaint.

Bunker at it again in Panthers-Sharks clash

Midway through the second half of the Penrith Panthers clash with the Cronulla Sharks, Josh Morris was denied a try for a double movement - but what happened next was baffling.

Kearney unhappy with sin-bin decision

While it didn't end up affecting the result, the sin-binning of Adam Blair with less than 15 minutes remaining could have ended the New Zealand Warriors season on Friday night against Manly.

Manly centre carried off with bizarre injury

Manly Sea Eagles centre Brad Parker has been carried from the field with what looks to be a serious knee injury in his side's clash with the New Zealand Warriors.

Legend calls for 'd***head' McGuire to be blacklisted from Kangaroos

NRL Legend Mark 'Spud' Carroll has called on Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga to blacklist 'd***head' Josh McGuire from national selection after his latest dirty act.

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

Madge credits young guns for change in fortunes

The Wests Tigers are starting to look like a finals side in 2019 - and coach Michael Maguire has put it down to the influence of his younger players for their change in fortunes.

Brown gives update on star's future

He's one of the most talked about player's in the NRL - but exactly where does Newcaslte Knights' fullback Kalyn Ponga's future lie? Nathan Brown gave an update on Friday.

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

Arthur gives update on Fergo return

Parramatta coach Brad Arthur has given some positive news for Eels fans ahead of their Round 21 clash with the Newcastle Knights, giving an update on the impending return of winger Blake Ferguson.

Josh McGuire facing four-week ban for eye gouge

Could Josh McGuire's run of luck finally be ending?

Former Dragons, Broncos and Cowboys prop Ashton Sims retires

There'll be one less Sims running around a footy field in 2020

Warrington Wolves 12-30 St Helens

Warrington Wolves offered little resistance against Super League leaders St Helens, who ran out 30-12 winners in Thursday's clash.