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Storm star faces long recovery after brain bleed

NRL star Eliesa Katoa faces more time in hospital when he returns to Melbourne as he recovers from a brain bleed after playing for Tonga.

AAP · Nov 14, 2025

Sharks renew calls for funding with NRLW team sidelined

Cronulla's NRLW team will be the only side not to play a double-header with their men's team in 2026, prompting fresh calls for upgrades of Shark Park.

AAP · Nov 14, 2025

Penrith cop brutal draw as NRL make big tweak for 2026

The NRL have minimised five-day turnarounds and removed repeat fixtures within five weeks of each other, but some still have it easier than others in 2026.

AAP · Nov 13, 2025

Cook Islands smash South Africa, book World Cup ticket

Cook Islands have booked their spot in a fourth Rugby League World Cup, turning it on to beat South Africa 58-6 in Sydney.

AAP · Nov 9, 2025

'No walk in the park': coach plays up Kangaroos' sweep

Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters has offered a fierce answer to the critics who've played down his side's hard-earned Ashes series clean sweep.

AAP · Nov 8, 2025

After a decade of pain, Foran goes out on his own terms

Kieran Foran is the first to admit his career could have been over at several points in the past decade, but a dream exit looms in the Pacific Cup final.

AAP · Nov 7, 2025

World Cup questions loom after missed opportunity for English rugby league

Lack of preparation has hurt Shaun Wane’s side and upturn is unlikely while they are sidelined by club game

The Guardian - UK · Nov 7, 2025

'I want it all': Hannay's bold Titans plan for success

Gold Coast's new head coach Josh Hannay has outlined his ambitious template to bring success to a club with a track record of failure.

AAP · Nov 7, 2025

Kiwis lead charge in 2025 Golden Boot league award

Rugby league's global governing body has announced 18 players in the running to collect the coveted Golden Boot award, which will have a new winner in 2025.

AAP · Nov 6, 2025

Broncos' World Club Challenge campaign gets green light

The annual grudge match between the NRL and Super League champions is back on with Brisbane agreeing to travel to England next February to take on Hull KR.

AAP · Nov 6, 2025