Roosters win NRL Nines against Panthers
Twelve months after the preseason from hell, the Sydney Roosters have come full circle with an unexpected triumph at the NRL Auckland Nines.
Michael Chammas is a sports reporter with The Sydney Morning Herald
Twelve months after the preseason from hell, the Sydney Roosters have come full circle with an unexpected triumph at the NRL Auckland Nines.
The NRL will look to negotiate a potential swap deal with the Global Tens rugby union tournament that could open the door for Brisbane to host next year's Nines tournament.
Canterbury five-eighth Josh Reynolds has sympathised with Bulldogs fans who have lashed out at the club for yet another poor showing at the NRL Auckland Nines.
The NRL has warned Canterbury it will not receive its $110,000 appearance fee if they continue to rest stars David Klemmer and Josh Reynolds at the Auckland Nines.
The NRL has removed the grey area from the controversial shoulder charge interpretation, making changes to the rule after a season marred by inconsistency.
The nine big questions heading into the fourth edition of the NRL Auckland Nines this weekend.
Hayne's pursuit of an NFL career in 2015 was considered one of the biggest sporting achievements by an Australian athlete.
The NRL and Cronulla have left the door open for Ben Barba to return to rugby league, however the Toulon-bound bad boy says the lack of a "clear pathway" forced his defection.
The NRL has made the biggest overhaul to its judiciary system in almost three decades, introducing a fine system that will ensure players avoid suspension for minor offences.
On Thursday morning, Ben Barba informed Cronulla officials he will follow through on his plans to join Toulon, inking a $2.5 million deal to join the French rugby side for the next two and a bit seasons.
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