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Warriors hair bear Bunty faces final backfence charge

Outgoing Warriors prop Bunty Afoa wants to prolong his NRL career by impressing in his final game for the Kiwi club in Sunday's State Championship.

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I was born into the Broncos’ last dynasty but this Sunday could be the sweetest victory of all

This Brisbane side makes me feel connected to the past but not nostalgic – Walsh and Haas are potentially even better than what came before

The Guardian - AU

Broncos primed to reclaim NRLW throne from Roosters in fitting grand final matchup

Brisbane were the original benchmark in the league before Sydney toppled them. Now the two best clubs meet in the decider for the third time

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St Helens told to move from stunning Leeds win and focus on Hull KR semi-final

The Saints scored 38 seconds after the final hooter following a 16-pass move to beat Leeds and set up a clash with regular season champions Hull KR.

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Steely Storm coach not swayed by grand final history

While his grandkids bring out his softer side, Storm coach Craig Bellamy is all business for the NRL grand final and won't ponder if his 11th will be his last.

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Stacked NRLW sides set scene for Origin-style decider

Brisbane and the Sydney Roosters are laden with Origin stars, and there's an expectation the NRLW grand final will bring a similar level of intensity.

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Sliding door: Broncos bash brothers nearly joined Storm

Melbourne were once interested in signing Pat Carrigan and Payne Haas, but the Brisbane duo are glad they stayed ahead of the NRL grand final.

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Storm grant Harry special licence ahead of grand final

Hunting their first NRL title in four years, Melbourne feel better prepared than in their 2024 campaign with captain Harry Grant told to be more single-minded.

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'When we win': GF moment looms for Utoikamanu

Stefano Utoikamanu will become the first player of the NRL era to go from three straight wooden spoons to a premiership with a grand-final victory.

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In a grand final of redemption stories, Hunt leads pack

Ben Hunt returned to Brisbane with unfinished business to win a premiership at the NRL club. He's now 80 minutes from the ultimate redemption story.

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Wigan v Leigh Super League semi-final set to go ahead after ticket allocation furore

Friday’s playoff semi-final between Leigh Leopards and Wigan Warriors is expected to go ahead as planned, but only after it was overshadowed by a controversy that could only really happen in rugby league

The Guardian - UK

How Storm’s high-flying winger Xavier Coates could play decisive role in NRL grand final

Brisbane will be desperate to limit the impact of the Melbourne player known for his aerial ability and eye-catching corner tries

The Guardian - AU

Leigh Leopards have point to prove against Wigan in repeat of Super League semi

Leigh were thrashed 38-0 by the Warriors when they met in last year’s Betfred Super League semi-final.

The Independent UK

Broncos' mentor Maguire on cusp of NRL coaching royalty

Michael Maguire will become just the sixth man to coach premiership wins at multiple clubs if his Broncos overcome Melbourne in the NRL grand final.

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Melbourne ace takes NRL lessons after grand final loss

Spending most of his career at fullback, Nick Meaney felt he had plenty to learn in his switch to the Storm centres, so looked to the game's best for lessons.

The Guardian - AU

NRL poised to pip AFL for largest grand final broadcast audience for first time in a decade

Storm v Broncos is ideal match-up to maximise reach but the rugby league decider will need to top 4.1 million TV viewers

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Tedesco scorches field to win second Dally M Medal

James Tedesco has won his second Dally M Medal in a big night for the Roosters at the NRL's awards evening, while Tamika Upton was crowned best women's player.

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Upton still No.1 in NRLW with historic second Dally M

Tamika Upton has won her second Dally M Medal, in a season when she returned to Brisbane and steered them to the NRLW grand final.

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The Guardian - AU

‘He’s a machine’: Payne Haas could be NRL’s most compelling character – and a grand final gamebreaker

The Broncos star has captured attention for his story of resilience and a controversial brand endorsement. Not to mention his superhuman on-field feats

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Souths release import playmaker after six NRL games

English half Lewis Dodd will go down as one of the worst overseas imports in the NRL era after being released by Souths just six games into a three-year deal.

The Guardian - AU

The Broncos ended one dynasty but must beat the NRL’s benchmark to return to glory

While Melbourne Storm have a legacy like few others, Brisbane were once rugby league royalty too. The stage is set for a huge grand final

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Tedesco joins Thurston as four-time Players' Champion

James Tedesco has been voted the best player in the NRL in 2025 by his peers, beating out Harry Grant, Payne Haas, Isaiya Katoa and Ethan Strange.

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Reynolds ready to be hoodoo guru for Broncos in decider

Adam Reynolds says Melbourne's long-term dominance of Brisbane won't be a grand final factor as he eyes more magic moments to break a 19-year title drought.

The Guardian - AU

Storm star trains sights on ‘stuck up’ Broncos as grand final contenders eye vacant NRL throne

Stefano Utoikamanu says there are ‘a lot of people I don’t like’ in Brisbane team

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Penrith's 1463 days at the top may never be matched

Penrith's premiership run is over after four straight titles, but their feat in the salary-cap era of the NRL could take lifetimes to chase down.

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