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Not ideal: How Bellamy would have reacted to GF sledge

Cameron Smith says Craig Bellamy would have told Stefano Utoikamanu to back up his words, after calling Brisbane players as "stuck up" before the grand final.

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Storm in awe of rival but grand final no one-man show

Unheralded Melbourne prop Josh King is a Payne Haas fan but says Brisbane will need more than one player to get over the Storm in their grand final showdown.

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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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A gift: Broncos fire back at Stefano's arrogance claim

Brisbane players have noted Melbourne prop Stefano Utoikamanu's not-so-subtle dig at them and have responded with a warning as a grand final feud erupts.

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'What's over?': Panthers insist dynasty not dead

Penrith insist their NRL dynasty is not over, despite a charmed run of premierships coming to an end in their preliminary final loss to Brisbane.

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Be like Mike: Tyson clips pump up Panthers enforcer

Moses Leota is the prop tasked with halting Brisbane star Payne Haas in the middle, and he'll do so with the help of the baddest man on the planet.

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Brisbane Broncos must fill Carrigan void or perish

Brisbane's forward pack have been put on notice to do their jobs and a bit more against Penrith in the preliminary final to cover the absence of Pat Carrigan.

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Tino stays with Australia for Ashes with family support

Tino Fa'asuamaleaui received the crucial support of his father Fereti to stick with representing Australia in the Ashes series that kicks off next month.

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'Thought that was me': Papalii's ankle fears revealed

Ahead of a sudden-death clash with Cronulla, Raiders star Josh Papalii reveals he was ready to hang up the boots after fearing he broke his ankle in training.

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Papa path: how Haas ethos of loyalty, respect evolved

Brisbane prop Payne Haas shares a Samoan background with Canberra's Josh Papalii, who has been a shining example of the player and man Haas has become.

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All the way: Broncos win over 'Axe' with new resolve

Brisbane great Trevor Gillmeister insists the side's recent win over Melbourne showcased the defensive mindset that can win the title.

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Hughes injured as Walsh genius secures Broncos fourth

Melbourne's title hopes have sunk with Jahrome Hughes suffering a new injury, as Reece Walsh fired in a 30-14 win to secure Brisbane fourth spot.

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Shibasaki dropped for breach in Broncos hammer blow

Brisbane's push for a top four spot has been rocked with Queensland centre Gehamat Shibasaki dropped for disciplinary reasons ahead of the clash with Melbourne.

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Haas on track to extend at Broncos, targets title

Payne Haas's manager says he won't be leaving Brisbane for his next contract as the star prop targets taking down a Melbourne side he once almost joined.

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Haas recovers, set to tee off against Cowboys legend

Payne Haas is setting new benchmarks for Brisbane and still has more to give as he recovers from illness to take on North Queensland's greatest forward.

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Aussies may have Haas replacement as star mulls switch

Keaon Koloamatangi is considering putting his hand up to play for Australia in the Ashes series in what would be a boost for a side that's lost Payne Haas.

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Big love, Payno! - What Luai said on Samoa defection

Payne Haas is the latest rugby league star to switch allegiances from Australia, and Samoan international Jarome Luai is happy to take the credit.

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Love for both: Finefeuiaki has Tonga and Samoa in heart

Dolphins forward Kulikefu Finefeuiaki is set to make his Tonga debut but his family background means Samoa also tugs at his heartstrings.

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Payne Haas’s allegiance switch to Samoa: a threat or an opportunity for rugby league?

On Sunday, one of rugby league’s best forwards, Payne Haas, confirmed his switch in national allegiance from Australia to Samoa.

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Brisbane forward stocks take a further injury hit

Brisbane's forward stocks have taken a further battering with Jack Gosiewski set for an extended absence after having surgery on a fractured collarbone.

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Constant Gardiner: Samoa's field of dreams in bloom

Payne Haas has walked into Samoa's field of dreams and more may follow as coach Ben Gardiner explains the organic nature of the nation's recruitment success.

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Anthem moment that made Haas choose Samoa to honour mum

Payne Haas once did the Samoan war dance in front of the TV and will now do it at Suncorp Stadium after making a call on his international future.

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Broncos superstar to make big call on Samoa defection

Payne Haas is set to switch international allegiances, delivering an almighty boost to Samoa's hopes of winning a World Cup.

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Storm star in line for shock return ahead of NRL finals

While Melbourne are bracing for the best of Brisbane, their hard road to the finals could be eased by the early return of Jahrome Hughes.

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Broncos star back as Jensen plays for his future

Brisbane get one big bopper back and lose another for the away NRL clash with Melbourne as prop Corey Jensen targets a new contract.

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