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Fonua-Blake, Ponga to benefit from big Origin change

The NRL has made the biggest change to State of Origin eligibility rules in the game's history, with New Zealand also set to benefit from the overhaul.

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The future of rugby league in Australia, NZ and the Pacific is here – and it’s brown

The jerseys might be red or blue, green and gold, or black and white – but rugby league’s future is decidedly brown.

The Conversation

Tonga, Samoa set for showdown in new World Cup format

Officials are set to unveil a unique format for the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, which will include Samoa and Tonga facing off while in opposite groups.

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Your Guardian sport weekend: rugby league Ashes, Lionesses v Brazil and F1’s title tussle

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3 Big Names In Rugby League Almost Boycotted A Footy Tour Over Ian Roberts’ Sexuality

Former ARL boss John Quayle recalled the incident involving the first and only gay male rugby league player, saying three teammates came “into the office to indicate that if Ian Roberts was selected in the team, they wouldn’t want to go”.

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Rugby League 26 Unveils October Update - Patch Notes

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Wigan Warriors rugby club creates community garden as 'safe haven' to help combat suicide

Rugby League world champion Wigan Warriors has created a “safe haven for players, staff, fans, and the wider public” at its Robin Park Arena to combat suicide

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Ray French obituary

The voice of rugby league for the BBC and former Great Britain international who also played rugby union for England

The Guardian - UK

Billy Boston to become rugby league’s first knight

The 90-year-old blazed a trail for black sports stars and finished his career with a British record 571 tries to his name.

The Independent UK

Wigan great Billy Boston knighted in historic first for rugby league

Billy Boston, 90, is not only one of rugby league’s greatest players, but one of the pioneering black figures in British sporting history

The Guardian - UK

Rugby league legend Garry Schofield reveals brain damage diagnosis

A former Great Britain captain, Schofield says his condition will lead to dementia in future

The Independent UK

Kangaroos set to tour as part of revived RL Ashes

The Kangaroos are expected to engage in their first tour of England in over two decades, with talks underway to revive rugby league's Ashes.

AAP

Rugby league chiefs may pause controversial changes to tackle height

The governing body is ready to pause the controversial changes to tackle height in the professional game planned for 2025 which would have reduced the legal height to below the armpit

The Guardian - UK

Australia to host 2026 Rugby League World Cup

Australia have been handed hosting rights to the 2026 Rugby League World Cup, with some matches to also be played in Papua New Guinea.

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From Rugby to Soccer: Diverse Sports Betting Options in Australia

Australia is a nation passionate about sports, and this enthusiasm is reflected in the diverse betting options available to sports fans. From rugby to soccer, Australians have a plethora of opportunities to engage with their favorite sports through ...

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Veteran rugby league caller David Morrow dies aged 71

Long-time rugby league caller David Morrow has died of brain cancer at age 71, just a week after his elevation to the NRL's hall of fame.

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Why is the Rugby League Challenge Cup final kicking-off at 3.07pm today?

Kick-off pushed back seven minutes in tribute

The Independent UK

Challenge Cup final changes kick-off time in tribute to rugby league legend Rob Burrow

A minute’s silence will be observed before both the men’s and women’s Challenge Cup finals after the death of Burrow aged 41

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The Independent UK

Rob Burrow was ‘loving, kind and caring’, wife says

Ex-rugby league player Burrow died at the age of 41 after a four-and-a-half-year battle with Motor Neurone Disease.

International Business Times

Prince William Leads Tributes As Rugby League Great Burrow Dies At 41

Prince William and former teammate Kevin Sinfield led the tributes to rugby league great Rob Burrow, who died on Sunday from motor neurone disease, aged 41.

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow death - updates: Prince William and Kevin Sinfield lead tributes to rugby star

Kevin Sinfield describes best friend Rob Burrow as a ‘beacon of hope and inspiration’ in emotional tribute

The Independent UK

Rob Burrow, the inspirational rugby league star, dies after battle with motor neurone disease

Former rugby league star diagnosed with the condition in 2019 having retired two years prior

Newcastle Herald

Rugby league player 'serious but stable' in hospital

The man in his 20s remained in a Newcastle hospital on Tuesday.

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Rugby league cult hero Terry Hill dies aged 52

Premiership-winning Manly centre Terry Hill has died while in the Philippines, aged 52.

The Guardian - AU

Ian Heads: a story-teller without peer and a true gentleman of rugby league

The journalist, who has died aged 81, was responsible for the Immortals concept but remained humble despite his status in the Australian game

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