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Manly seek exemption to play Koula after Origin knock

Tolu Koula may have one last chance to reassert his State of Origin credentials before game two as Manly push for an exemption to play him in round 14.

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'Last laugh': Fisher-Harris' Panthers taunts backfire

Paul Alamoti scored a winner and then clapped back at James Fisher-Harris as the Panthers moved clear at the top of the NRL ladder.

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Penrith edge Warriors, strengthen grip on top spot

Casey McLean and Dylan Edwards have helped Penrith move four points clear at the top of the NRL ladder in a 20-18 win over the Warriors.

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Strange magic as Raiders down 'passive' Cowboys

Canberra have secured a much-needed NRL win against North Queensland to snap an eight-year hoodoo and keep themselves in top-eight contention.

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Furious Bulldogs to email NRL over ref calls

His side are 4-8, but one thing Cameron Ciraldo can't cop is bad refereeing - and he feels his Canterbury side had their fair share in a loss to Wests Tigers.

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Ruthless Wigan romp to dominant win over Hull KR in Challenge Cup final

Wigan produced another Challenge Cup masterclass to extend their record as the kings of rugby league’s most prestigious competition

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Panthers make call on Cleary for Warriors clash

First-placed Penrith have made a decision on Nathan Cleary's availability for their clash with the high-flying Warriors.

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'Run any time': Walsh backed to rediscover Broncos form

Brisbane fullback Reece Walsh has not been at his brilliant best but coach Michael Maguire has seen positive signs that situation is set to change.

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Hull KR and Wigan set to renew rivalry in intriguing Challenge Cup final

The two teams have contested each of the last two Super League Grand Finals.

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'It is crazy': Skippers call for Origin date change

Women's State of Origin would be a better product for fans and players if it was played during the NRLW competition insist the Queensland and NSW captains.

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Bluewash: NSW claim historic women's Origin clean sweep

NSW have beaten Queensland 12-4 in the final match of the women's State of Origin series to make history with lock Olivia Kernick starring on the Gold Coast.

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Kumuls star set to take on role with PNG Chiefs

Kumuls captain Rhyse Martin will retire after the Rugby League World Cup and take on a role with the PNG Chiefs ahead of their NRL launch in 2028.

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'No apology': NRL backs referee Klein's send-off call

The NRL has supported Ashley Klein's controversial and game-changing decision to send off Kalyn Ponga, saying the Origin whistleblower got the call right.

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Manly holding no grudges towards 'great guy' Ponga

Kalyn Ponga's shoulder charge will sideline recent NSW debutant Tolu Koula for two games, but Manly interim coach Kieran Foran is holding no grudges.

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The Guardian - AU

James Tedesco’s thrilling last-minute try delivers another monument to State of Origin

An epic first game was won by the veteran Blues fullback but the contest was turned by Kalyn Ponga’s sending off with his team 20-6 up

The Independent UK

Elliot Minchella keen to ensure Willie Peters leaves on Challenge Cup high

Peters is departing to take head coach role at the Papua New Guinea Chiefs.

The Guardian - AU

It’s still Blues v Maroons but State of Origin looks different this year

From an influx of new personnel to different bench strategies this year’s series opener in Sydney will see a number of deviations from the norm

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Rugby League World Cup gets major government boost

The federal government is showing its support for women's rugby league and the 2026 World Cup, tipping more than $12 million into the three-pronged tournament.

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Koula 'not too fazed' by rare Origin challenge

Usually a centre or fullback, NSW rookie Tolu Koula is preparing to make his State of Origin debut on the wing in the series opener at Accor Stadium.

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'Tough to accept': Warriors gun's NRL career looks over

Roger Tuivasa-Sheck has received the worst possible news after suffering a knee injury in the Warriors' defeat of St George Illawarra.

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Andrew Abdo leaves NRL as a punchline for Peter V’landys

Chief executive’s exit comes with the sport on the brink of more expansion and clears way for wisecracking racing chief to shape its future

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'Crucial junction': NRL begins era-defining CEO search

The NRL is poised to embark on an extensive search for its next chief executive after Andrew Abdo announced his shock resignation.

The Guardian - AU

NRL CEO Andrew Abdo resigns mid-season to take up Tennis Australia role

Andrew Abdo has resigned as NRL CEO to take up a role with Tennis Australia

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Drinkwater class key as Cowboys overpower Rabbitohs

North Queensland have now won eight of their past 10 matches after prevailing 30-18 over South Sydney in Townsville.

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'They have to withstand us too': Tino opens up on form

Maroons giant Tino Fa'asumaleaui has given a fascinating appraisal of the modern game and says even aggressive props have to be more strategic and technical.

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