Souths deal Eels another body blow

Andrew Webster 10:30 PM   Thankfully, they're accustomed to heartbreak at Parramatta. This time, though, Todd Greenberg didn't deliver the bad news.

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I'd hate to be playing us: Eels players primed

Michael Chammas   Parramatta players are primed for a big game against South Sydney on Friday night, but Brad Arthur's biggest test will be keeping them composed.

Blair witch-hunt: Thaiday defends teammate

Phil Lutton   Adam Blair has no need to apologise, according to Sam Thaiday, who says his aggression has always been a feature of his game.

I'm not next Choc, says Moeroa

Adrian Proszenko   Peter Sterling described Tepai Moeroa as one of the most promising forwards in the game and the ideal replacement for Anthony Watmough, but the Eels No.13 isn't comfortable with the comparison.

Lodge's alleged victims want $3m

Peter Mitchell   Three alleged victims of Matthew Lodge's New York rampage are seeking more than $3 million from the sacked Wests Tigers NRL prop in a civil lawsuit.

Knights veteran Smith set to retire

Robert Dillon 11:46 AM   Premiership-winning forward Jeremy Smith is to retire at the end of the NRL season.

Mental challenge to determine if Eels can kick start their season

Brad Walter   The Eels are in a healthier position than most teams needing to embark on a winning streak

Shunted Peats puts on brave face

He's been made the victim of Parramatta's salary cap mess, but now Nathan Peats is looking forward on starting afresh on the Gold Coast.

Paulo breaks silence on rugby cameo

Adrian Proszenko   When Junior Paulo donned the headgear before running out for the Oatley third-grade rugby side, it wasn't because the Parramatta prop was trying to conceal his identity.

Vatuvei breaks silence over drugs

Manu Vatuvei says he reached 'breaking point' after speaking for the first time since his involvement in the prescription drugs saga that hit the club over the past two weeks.

Williams dropped by Bulldogs

Adrian Proszenko   Tony Williams may have played his last NRL game after he was dropped from the Canterbury side to take on Wests Tigers on Sunday.

Arthur not bitter over loss of Peats

Parramatta coach Brad Arthur says there's no point in him feeling bitter with the board that forced Nathan Peats out of the club on Wednesday.

World's best NRL quiz #16

Think you know your rugby league? Here's 10 dastardly questions to determine if you're an NRL immortal or not up to first-grade standard.

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Insight & Analysis

NSW to pick proven halves ...

Brad Walter 3:50 PM   ... but will it be Mitchell Pearce and James Maloney or Trent Hodkinson and Josh Reynolds.

Aitken steals win from Raiders in extra time

2:54 PM   The Dragons scored the opening try but the Raiders would come back in the 2nd half to level it with 4 minutes to go, leaving Eaun Aitken to intercept a pass in the back line and win it in extra time.

I'd hate to be playing us: Eels players primed

Michael Chammas   Parramatta players are primed for a big game against South Sydney on Friday night, but Brad Arthur's biggest test will be keeping them composed.

World's best NRL quiz #16

Think you know your rugby league? Here's 10 dastardly questions to determine if you're an NRL immortal or not up to first-grade standard.

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Burgess apologises

South Sydney star Sam Burgess has admitted filming his wife while he was driving was a mistake.

Cartwright puts hand up for Origin

City coach Brad Fittler has praised the efforts of Penrith forward Bryce Cartwright.

Australia topple Kiwis in Test

The Kangaroos have cruised to 16-0 win over their depleted rivals at Hunter Stadium.

NRL Team of the Week: Round 9

Here's the 13 players who stood tall, rose above the rest and gave more than the full 110 per cent for their teams on the weekend.

Poll - Vote now: How do you rate Eels sanctions?

How do you rate the NRL's decision to strip Parramatta of 12 competition points and fine them $1 million - harsh, fair or lenient?

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Set of Six

Michael Chammas 4:10 PM   The Panthers' position on the ladder isn't an accurate reflection of the way they have been playing this season.

Sharp in line for shock appearance

Andrew Webster   Given the restrictions placed on Sharp and the other four officials for their alleged part in the salary cap imbroglio, the only place he can stand is on the hill. He can't go near the sheds or chairman's lounge.

The cap only fits in certain situations

Steve Mascord   All sports must be a little frightened of what they might find if they started looking a little harder.

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Why Dragons fans should be happy

Brad Walter   St George Illawarra fans should welcome the prospect of WIN TV owner Bruce Gordon increasing his shareholding in the joint venture as it confirms the ambitions of the Dragons to compete with the NRL's big clubs.

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Why Eels can make the top eight

Phil Gould   Assuming that the Parramatta Eels are playing for competition points by the time they take on South Sydney on Friday night, I honestly think they can still make a serious challenge for a top-eight spot.

World Cup runneth under

Steve Mascord   It's 18 months away and the World Cup has already been hit by budget cuts. Tournament CEO Michael Brown has sent competing countries an email saying financial support has been low.

Pick Pearce, but he must no play

Andrew Webster   The Roosters star has not ruled himself out of Origin contention, but he remains a work in progress after a stint in rehab.

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