Michael Carayannis

Michael Carayannis

Michael Carayannis is a Rugby League Writer for The Sydney Morning Herald

Trent Robinson preparing a 'desperate' Sydney Roosters side ahead of South Sydney re-match

Michael Carayannis Sydney Roosters coach Trent Robinson says his side will need to be "desperate" as they search for their first win when they play archrivals South Sydney on Friday night.

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck breaks Roosters hearts in golden point win

Star of the show: Roger Tuivasa-Sheck.

Michael Carayannis Roger Tuivasa-Sheck finished his Roosters career in tears. On Sunday, he returned to break the hearts of his former club by scoring in golden point and laying on two other tries to help the Warriors...

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Steve McNamara opens up about axing as England coach for Wayne Bennett

Michael Carayannis A shattered Steve McNamara has broken his silence after being dumped as coach by his native England and replaced by veteran mentor Wayne Bennett.

Can Newcastle Knights show some promise against weakened Melbourne Storm?

Time to lift: The Newcastle Knights have struggled this year.

Michael Carayannis The six big questions heading into this round of the NRL.

Trent Robinson blasts officials after Roosters loss as Daly Cherry-Evans goes for scans

Another loss: The Roosters looks dejected at Allianz Stadium on Saturday night.

Michael Carayannis A frustrated Trent Robinson says he had no doubt that Mitchell Aubusson should have been awarded a match winning try as Manly halfback was rushed for scans on his injured ankle.

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Daly Cherry-Evans injured as Manly Sea Eagles beat Sydney Roosters in controversial fashion

Success: Siosaia Vave and Jamie Lyon of the Sea Eagles celebrate victory.

Michael Carayannis Daly Cherry-Evans faces an extended time on the sidelines after the Manly half failed to finish the Sea Eagles' 22-20 win over the Sydney Roosters with an ankle injury on Saturday night.

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Live: South Sydney Rabbitohs v Canterbury Bulldogs

Key man: Bulldogs fullback Will Hopoate.

Michael Carayannis The now annual Good Friday clash between the Rabbitohs and Bulldogs is sure to provide plenty of drama as two title hopefuls clash.

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Canberra Raiders hit jackpot again with English recruit Elliott Whitehead

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Michael Carayannis The six big talking points heading into round four of the NRL.

Wests Tigers star Mitchell Moses happy with start to NRL season after 2015 woes

Michael Carayannis Mitchell Moses was filthy with the way he played last year but the Wests Tigers five-eighth's desire to touch the ball more has led to a strong start this season.

Canterbury Bulldogs coach Des Hasler says Sam Burgess should not be risked

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Michael Carayannis Canterbury coach Des Hasler says South Sydney should not risk Sam Burgess after the South Sydney forward was taken to hospital with concerns surrounding his neck.

Sam Burgess' absence puts South Sydney Rabbitohs almost a full-sized field behind

Michael Carayannis South Sydney will have to find almost 100 more metres in their forward pack as a result of Sam Burgess' injury with the Rabbitoh making a significant mark in his first three games since returning...

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Wests Tigers hooker Robbie Farah ready to run Parramatta Eels off their feet

Michael Carayannis Robbie Farah wants to reinvigorate his running game having been left "excited" by the brand of football the Wests Tigers have played in his absence.

Mal Meninga brings in Queensland brains trust to aid Australian Kangaroos

Important job: New Kangaroos coach Mal Meninga.

Michael Carayannis First they conquered Origin, now Queenslanders are set to dominate the Australian Kangaroos' coaching ranks.

South Sydney Rabbitohs' Greg Inglis overruled teammates for crack at field goal

Michael Carayannis Greg Inglis was so desperate to kick the field goal on Sunday that he overruled teammate Luke Keary who had set himself up for a blind side raid.

South Sydney Rabbitohs teammates hope Sam Burgess right to play on Friday despite injury scare

Michael Carayannis South Sydney players are holding out hope that Sam Burgess will be allowed to play against Canterbury in the annual Good Friday clash at ANZ Stadium.

South Sydney halfback Adam Reynolds sheds weight but facing two more months out

Michael Carayannis South Sydney halfback Adam Reynolds has shed five kilograms and faces another two months on the sidelines as he makes a slow return from a broken jaw.

St George Illawarra coach Paul McGregor sparks Dragons with bash-up session

Happy Dragons: Ben Creagh, Josh Dugan and Mitch Rein celebrate their victory over the South Sydney Rabbitohs.

Michael Carayannis A surprise old-school bash-up training session was the secret behind St George Illawarra's upset win over South Sydney on Sunday.

Manly Sea Eagles halfback Daly Cherry-Evans 'laughs' off $10 million criticism

Increased responsibility: Manly halfback Daly Cherry-Evans.

Michael Carayannis Daly Cherry-Evans says he "laughs at" criticism surrounding his $10 million price tag as the Sea Eagles sit winless after two rounds.

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Canterbury Bulldogs prop David Klemmer cleared by NRL judiciary, free to face Parramatta Eels on Friday night

Flashpoint: David Klemmer makes contact with referee Ben Cummins.

Michael Carayannis With referee Ben Cummins providing supporting evidence, Canterbury prop David Klemmer was cleared by the NRL judiciary on Wednesday night.

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Canterbury Bulldogs fullback Will Hopoate can add to Parramatta Eels' NRL woes

Where there's a Will: Fullback Will Hopoate makes a break at the Bulldogs.

Michael Carayannis As Will Hopoate looks to add to Parramatta's off-field woes, he has a chance to make his mark on the field first.

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