NRL
Work in Progress NRL stars deliver for Bennett’s England
CANTERBURY’S James Graham and Canberra hooker Josh Hodgson were best on field as England escaped with a 30-10 win over Samoa.
Shock Long lunch ended in drug bust
IT had been a long day for Cronulla Sharks chairman Damian Keogh on his favourite restaurant strip.
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Maroons SOS DCE, Milf surge into Origin contention
DALY Cherry-Evans and Anthony Milford have rocketed into the Queensland frame as Maroons hierarchy sweat on the fitness of Johnathan Thurston.
Bruising Hunters’ Amean shines for Kumuls
THE inclusion of the Hunters in the Queensland Cup is reaping rewards with PNG earning their second straight Pacific Test victory with a win over the Cook Islands.
Derby Red V in turmoil as Sharks battle looms
THE Dragons’ 2017 campaign has been thrown into turmoil after two straight losses and now the loss of two superstars.
Expert Opinion
Sports Gossip Saint, Sinner, Shoosh and Spotted
WHAT’S THE BUZZ (Part 2): Mal Meninga restores Aussie pride, the bush gets dudded (again) and Ricky Stuart’s no-show.
Opinion Smith: Players had to take a stand
CAMERON SMITH: Rugby league must take the opportunity to reach its true potential by creating a new deal between the NRL, clubs and players.
More NRL
Poor taste Thaiday sorry for offensive Footy Show remark
BRONCOS forward Sam Thaiday has apologised for making a racist comment on the NRL Footy Show, in which he insinuated that if women “ain’t white, it ain’t right”.
Staying put Broncos get their man: Milford deal revealed
WAYNE Bennett vowed he would not lose the fight for Anthony Milford and the Broncos super coach has delivered.
Pommy granite Knights make Graham key signing target
NATHAN Brown knows exactly where Matthew Johns is coming from when he insists Newcastle should throw the bank at Bulldogs skipper James Graham.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
Missed tackles Kiwis ready to target Thurston
KANGAROOS playmaker Johnathan Thurston missed seven of his 16 tackle attempts in Australia’s last match-up against New Zealand.
The Inside Mail Titans eyeing Gagai option
THE Titans are keeping a close eye on Dane Gagai’s contract situation, Jarryd Hayne is Sydney bound (for physio) and the Broncos’ generational divide. Get all the latest NRL news and gossip in The Inside Mail.
Contract Dugan’s future thrown into turmoil
JOSH Dugan’s season and playing future have been thrown into disarray after he suffered a suspected fractured cheekbone in Australia’s win over New Zealand.
Dragon’s delight De Belin grateful for Origin chance
JACK De Belin will never forget the first decision Paul McGregor made as St George Illawarra coach. “Dumped me to reserves,’’ he laughs.
No deal Hands off Gutho — Eels reject Moses swap
THE Parramatta Eels have firmly rejected a behind-the-scenes pitch by the Wests Tigers to release Clint Gutherson as a trade for the immediate release of five-eighth Mitchell Moses.
Kangaroo outcast Semi Radradra won’t sue NRL over Test snub
IT cost him his spot in the Australian Test team, but Semi Radradra has no plans to now take on NRL in court despite having domestic violence charges dropped.
Old school Graham could transform Knights
MATTHEW JOHNS: So often, rugby league comes down to belief. To handle adversity and still believe you can win. James Graham would make Newcastle believe they could win.
The Inside Mail Titans eyeing Gagai option
THE Titans are keeping a close eye on Dane Gagai’s contract situation, Jarryd Hayne is Sydney bound (for physio) and the Broncos’ generational divide. Get all the latest NRL news and gossip in The Inside Mail.
Hitting back Merrin: I deserve Kangaroos jersey
UNLIKE a lot of league fans, Trent Merrin is adamant he deserves to retain his Kangaroos jersey despite struggling for his best form this season.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
Match review NRL wrong on Burgess shoulder charge
MONDAY BUZZ: Sam Burgess’s disgusting shoulder charge on Daly Cherry-Evans is symptomatic of the match review committee’s inconsistency.
Drink-driving Maroons to stand by Papalii
QUEENSLAND will throw disgraced Raider Josh Papalii a lifeline for Origin I despite his axing from the Australia side for a drink-driving offence.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
Nighclub arrest Roosters’ star SKD in drugs arrest
SYDNEY Roosters’ Shaun Kenny-Dowall has been arrested at Sydney’s Ivy nightclub for drug possession. He previously faced domestic violence allegations during the 2015 season, but was fully acquitted of all charges.
Teddy speaks Tedesco whacks Tigers, reveals Mini lure
JAMES Tedesco has spoken out on how Wests Tigers bungled his contract negotiations and also revealed how Anthony Minichiello influenced his call to sign with the Roosters.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
Monday Bunker A team that Cherry—Evans can call his own
MONDAY BUNKER: Manly have emerged as the early surprise packets — the reason? Star halfback Daly Cherry-Evans is standing up to own his side.
Drug shock Drug bust: Sharks chairman charged
SHARKS CEO Lyall Gorman says Damian Keogh has expressed remorse and is distressed after being charged with drugs possession.
Sports gossip Price too high for Semi backflip
SPORT CONFIDENTIAL: There are half a million reasons why Semi Radradra won’t break his French rugby deal despite domestic violence charges being dropped.
Canberra NRL hit by third drug bust in 48 hours
THE NRL has been rocked by another drugs scandal following allegations Kiwi Test stars Jesse Bromwich and Kevin Proctor purchased cocaine after last night’s Anzac Test.
Blockbuster bid Milford missed but Storm future plans intact
THERE are no hard feelings at Melbourne Storm about missing Anthony Milford because he was never part of the club’s original plans.
Prison Tigers tackle inmate rehabilitation
TIGERS players were sent to prison on Friday but unlike the turmoil which has dogged the club recently, this a story they are all to happy to see in the headlines.
Sports gossip McIlwrick winding back the tape
SPORT CONFIDENTIAL II: As well as starting every game this season, Wests Tigers hooker Matt McIlwrick is also working on the side.
Canberra NRL hit by third drug bust in 48 hours
THE NRL has been rocked by another drugs scandal following allegations Kiwi Test stars Jesse Bromwich and Kevin Proctor purchased cocaine after last night’s Anzac Test.
Enigma Henry challenges Hayne to lead
TITANS coach Neil Henry wants Jarryd Hayne to stay on the Gold Coast provided the enigmatic superstar buys into the culture of the club.
Potential Lolohea aims to show he can deliver
TUIMOALA Lolohea has been saddled with the “utility” tag for much of his NRL career but the 22-year-old is ready to show what he can do at five-eighth for Tonga.
Analysis Why your NRL team sucks... or not
WHO’S been your side’s best player, who needs to lift, how have the new recruits performed and who’s on the fringe? We analyse all 16 clubs a third of the way through the season.
