They'll run out of cap space: V'landys' warning on PNG Peter V'landys insists the NRL is not making a course correction by rejecting PNG's Hudson Young offer, which fell $50,000 short of the league's market value. AAP · Sep 10
How Holbrook inspired Newcastle's remarkable turnaround Newcastle have scored an extra 12.3 points per game in 2026 compared to last year's wooden-spoon season, making for the fourth greatest improvement in history. AAP · Sep 10
Cowboys set for 'lives depend on it' finals display North Queensland hooker Reed Mahoney says "the evidence is there" from a topsy-turvy season that the best of the Cowboys can do damage in the finals series. AAP · Sep 9
Roosters great lifts lid on future, finals injury cloud Daniel Tupou is close to resolving his contract status for 2027 as he aims to keep fit for the Sydney Roosters' premiership push. AAP · Sep 9
'Swear by it': night ritual key to Dolphin's 96 in row Dolphins winger Jamayne Isaako will happily be stranded on '99 not out' if it means winning a title at the club where he has not missed a match in four years. AAP · Sep 9
'Silly' not to deliver in finals for Roosters, says DCE Daly Cherry-Evans was brought to the Sydney Roosters for a reason, and the veteran is ready to deliver "this club that feeling of winning a premiership". AAP · Sep 9
Cleary sight: Cronk has Dolphins No.7 running to glory The example of Nathan Cleary and the wisdom of legendary halfback Cooper Cronk have given Dolphins playmaker Isaiya Katoa inspiration ahead of the finals. AAP · Sep 8
'He's looking down': Fifita determined to do dad proud South Sydney David Fifita has opened up about losing his father and how it is driving him to return to his best football again. AAP · Sep 8
Home truths that set rising Knights star free Newcastle wrecking-ball Francis Manuleleua was struggling for game time part of the way through 2026 before being told to lose weight and fix his work ethic. AAP · Sep 8
Money isn't everything: Penrith star's big future hint Penrith star Liam Martin has revealed he could forego more money elsewhere to stay at the Panthers, as he weighs up his future beyond the end of 2027. AAP · Sep 8
‘We’ve got grand final tickets’: Belief builds in Auckland amid Warriors NRL fever Despite just missing out on the minor premiership, fans are daring to dream as the Wahs emerge as the most-loved rugby team in the city The Guardian - AU · Sep 8
Why the Roosters want NRL's No.1 villain red lining Spencer Leniu takes no prisoners each time he steps on the field and the Roosters want the prop to bring the fire for their NRL finals encounter with Penrith. AAP · Sep 7
Life changer: Max moment set dynamo Dolphin on NRL path In hindsight, Dolphins star Max Plath seemed destined for NRL success but his journey to the top kicked off with a classic display when under Brisbane's noses. AAP · Sep 7
NRL to move Warriors out of home if they host prelim The Warriors have been told they are unlikely to host a preliminary final at Mt Smart, with Peter V'landy's 90 per cent sure the game would be at Eden Park. AAP · Sep 7
AAP · Sep 7 Gilbert gets 'nice reward' after almost giving NRL away Dolphins co-captain Tom Gilbert was thinking of his son and his teammates when he almost quit the NRL, but he persevered and will now make club history.
AAP · Sep 7 'I don't buy that': NRL boss dismisses player confusion Captains from finals clubs say they aren't entirely clear around set restarts and what ruck speed NRL referees want. Peter V'landys doesn't believe them.
AAP · Sep 6 Why Penrith duo's comebacks have Nathan Cleary excited Mitch Kenny and Isaah Yeo are back at the right time and their impact in the finals will be invaluable to Penrith's premiership tilt, Nathan Cleary says.
AAP · Sep 6 NRL minor premiership a major achievement for Panthers Penrith have claimed the NRL's minor premiership by beating Wests Tigers to lock in a week-one finals clash with the Roosters.
AAP · Sep 5 Everyone's frustrated: Stars' warning before NRL finals The NRL's officiating is back in the spotlight ahead of the finals, with Harry Grant, Cameron McInnes and Craig Fitzgibbon all voicing their confusion.
AAP · Sep 5 Anxious wait for co-captain on Black night for Cowboys North Queensland's upcoming finals campaign has been rocked with co-captain Reuben Cotter reported as Canberra debutant Coby Black broke all-time records.
AAP · Sep 5 NRLW top six all but decided as Roosters run riot again Newcastle have shored up their position inside the NRLW's top six, while the Sydney Roosters claimed the equal-second largest victory in competition history.
AAP · Sep 5 Warriors edge Manly amid NRL minor premiership fight The Warriors will enter the NRL finals series on a six-game winning streak after Chanel Harris-Tavita sealed a one-point defeat of brave Manly in Auckland.
AAP · Sep 5 Apprentice eyes first final next to master Cleary Jack Cole and Nathan Cleary are set for a valuable hit-out as Penrith's halves against Wests Tigers after being paired up only twice this season.
AAP · Sep 5 Rabbitoh forever: How Arrow will lift Souths in finals Jai Arrow's trademark humour helped get South Sydney through their most emotional night of 2026, with the 31-year-old now an inspiration for their finals run.
AAP · Sep 5 Premiership on the horizon: Dragon's departing message Damien Cook believes a premiership is a realistic possibility at St George Illawarra in the next three-to-five years, as he prepares for his final NRL game.