NRL
Kent Clubs’ transfers complaints falling flat
PAUL KENT: Fans don’t like players leaving a club mid-season. But there is no better way. And until clubs find an alternative, they should quit whingeing.
Form Rep pair worry as Panthers struggle
FINALS football and State of Origin could bypass big-money forwards Trent Merrin and James Tamou if Penrith can’t stop the early season rot.
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Contract talks Peats breaks silence on Titans future
THEY must stave off interest from two Sydney rivals to retain Nathan Peats, but the NSW Origin hopeful has some welcome good news for the Titans.
Injuries Casualty ward: Five more Titans go down
THE Titans’ horror run with injury has worsened, with a further five players going down over the weekend.
Baton passed New Origin era launched for Blues
FOR so long the Blues have relied on the likes of Paul Gallen and Robbie Farah, but the baton has now been passed on to a new wave of NSW players. WATCH THE LAUNCH:
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Robert Craddock Why Broncos should wait on Roberts contract
JAMES Roberts’ manager is keen to nail down a contract extension, but the Broncos should hold fire on any new deal, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Inflation Tallis: This is getting ridiculous
THE salary cap, Kodi Nikorima and sledging come under the Gorden Tallis microscope in his Set Of Six this week.
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Robert Craddock Why Broncos should wait on Roberts contract
JAMES Roberts’ manager is keen to nail down a contract extension, but the Broncos should hold fire on any new deal, writes ROBERT CRADDOCK.
Focus Sims shrugs off injury, eyes Origin dream
BRONCOS prop Korbin Sims is hopeful he is still in the race for his first Queensland jersey, despite ongoing issues with a foot injury.
Switch Is Lichaa’s time as Dogs hooker over?
BULLDOGS coach Des Hasler may have given us a glimpse into the future with Moses Mbye spending almost 60 minutes at hooker after replacing Michael Lichaa.
Key role Frawley helps kickstart Bulldogs’ attack
THROWN into the game after 26 minutes, halfback Matt Frawley played a key role alongside Josh Reynolds as Canterbury proved they can score points after all.
Succession plan Morgan’s message leaves Cowboys at sixes and sevens
THE Cowboys have been grooming Michael Morgan to be their main man, but the club’s succession plan might need reviewing.
Value NRL rich list spiralling out of control
THE multi-million dollar deal to send Cronulla’s Jack Bird to the Brisbane next season has confirmed fears that the NRL player market is dangerously overheating.
Value NRL rich list spiralling out of control
THE multi-million dollar deal to send Cronulla’s Jack Bird to the Brisbane next season has confirmed fears that the NRL player market is dangerously overheating.
Analysis ‘Origin spot is under threat’: 5 things
JUSTIN O’Neill’s Origin spot is under threat and the Cowboys fell into some bad habits. Here’s five things we learned from their loss to the Dragons.
Transfer When Moses expects an answer on Eels move
MITCHELL Moses said he “wouldn’t have a clue” if he’ll be playing for the Wests Tigers or the Eels next week, while revealing when he expected a final determination from Ivan Cleary.
Resurrection Parra see the light after month of misery
OVER the last 12 months, the Eels have been defined by toughness. On Monday they showed it again with their 12-point comeback win against the Tigers.
Over? Kostjasyn’s NRL career in balance
THE pre-season throat injury that has sidelined Newcastle hooker Rory Kostjasyn could end his career before it even gets off the ground at the Knights.
Victory Why Daley must look to Cordner
BOYD Cordner showed why he’s the frontrunner for the Blues captaincy in the Roosters 24-6 win over Newcastle.
Fifth defeat Sharks maul Panthers to put rivals on notice
COULD we be watching history? Could this team become the first in 24 years to win back-to-back titles?
Penrith Panthers Shattered Moylan addresses captaincy controversy
AN emotional Matt Moylan looked close to breaking point when he finally addressed the Penrith captaincy controversy.
Retain Bunnies hatch plan to ward off Johnston suitors
MICHAEL Maguire has revealed he has a plan to keep Alex Johnston at Redfern in a warning to the posse of cashed-up rivals attempting to poach the 95kg flyer.
Oh brother Sam Burgess charged, George gets lucky
THE Burgess family will have mixed Easter celebrations with Sam facing a two-game shoulder charge ban while George was cleared by the NRL’s match review committee.
Origin blues Ricky prepared for Raiders rep snub
RICKY Stuart is not a fan of Origin selection debates but he says Canberra probably won’t get a player picked for NSW this year, and it doesn’t bother him.
Pick a winner Two clashes hold key to tipping race
SUCCESS this Easter weekend will focus on two heavyweight clashes as our experts battle for tipping supremacy. Read on for their Round 7 selections.
Victory Why Daley must look to Cordner
BOYD Cordner showed why he’s the frontrunner for the Blues captaincy in the Roosters 24-6 win over Newcastle.
Pick a winner Two clashes hold key to tipping race
SUCCESS this Easter weekend will focus on two heavyweight clashes as our experts battle for tipping supremacy. Read on for their Round 7 selections.
Victory Storm hang on in Lottoland thriller
IN one of the strangest matches of the season, Melbourne have hung on for a 30-26 win over Manly at Lottoland.
Eagles v Storm We were embarrassed by Dragons
TRENT Barrett admits Manly were “embarrassed” last week and Saturday’s clash with Melbourne is their chance to win back home fans at Brookvale.
Million-dollar question Bird deal opens can of worms for Broncos
WILL Brisbane’s Jack Bird deal suddenly become a measuring stick and bargaining chip all in one provocative package?
EXCLUSIVE Why Bird really wanted to quit Sharks
BRONCOS recruit Jack Bird has told Brisbane coach Wayne Bennett his frustrations with the Sharks go deeper than a simple positional issue.
New half Slater backs Foran to replace Cronk
BILLY Slater has endorsed Kieran Foran as the player to fill Cooper Cronk’s boots at the Melbourne Storm.
Kangaroos Billy quick but he can’t catch Boyd
BILLY Slater’s blistering return to the NRL won’t be enough to displace Darius Boyd as Kangaroos fullback while Jack Bird and Joey Leilua are in contention.
Transfer When Moses expects an answer on Eels move
MITCHELL Moses said he “wouldn’t have a clue” if he’ll be playing for the Wests Tigers or the Eels next week, while revealing when he expected a final determination from Ivan Cleary.
NRL Moses: ‘It was pretty terrible’
MITCHELL Moses was always going to be in the headlines against Parramatta, but one moment has ensured he’ll dominate them again.
Contract talks Peats breaks silence on Titans future
THEY must stave off interest from two Sydney rivals to retain Nathan Peats, but the NSW Origin hopeful has some welcome good news for the Titans.
My time Wallace: I’m ready for Origin
JARROD Wallace says he’s ready to test himself in the State of Origin arena after a tremendous display against Brisbane.
New half Slater backs Foran to replace Cronk
BILLY Slater has endorsed Kieran Foran as the player to fill Cooper Cronk’s boots at the Melbourne Storm.
Tackle Leilua shows Kangaroos credentials
JOEY Leilua has showcased his Kangaroos credentials with a star performance in the Raiders 20-8 win over the Warriors. WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS.
