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Storm star delivers after miracle recovery from injury

Coach Craig Bellamy's decision to play Jahrome Hughes just weeks after surgery has paid off with the Storm halfback helping steer his team into the grand final.

AAP · Sep 26, 2025

Storm into NRL grand final after taking down Sharks

Melbourne have secured a spot in consecutive NRL grand finals, after claiming a 22-14 win over Cronulla in the preliminary final at AAMI Park.

AAP · Sep 26, 2025

Storm back star to deliver with grand final on offer

Craig Bellamy says he's seen enough from Jahrome Hughes to be convinced the halfback is ready to fire in Melbourne's grand final qualifier against Cronulla.

AAP · Sep 25, 2025

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Sharks star shrugs off personal barbs in NRL title race

Nicho Hynes no longer cares what anyone thinks of him, but says he will always stand up for the Sharks as they hunt their first NRL premiership since 2016.

AAP · Sep 24, 2025

Storm include injured star with grand final on the line

Melbourne have recalled three big guns, led by star half Jahrome Hughes, as their NRL title hopes go on the line in their preliminary final against Cronulla.

AAP · Sep 23, 2025

'Hopefully' Jahrome Hughes makes rapid-fire recovery

Melbourne are hoping to have Jahrome Hughes back for their grand final qualifier but Xavier Coates has warned the halfback won't be returning underdone.

AAP · Sep 22, 2025

Storm star's injury passes first test ahead of final

Jahrome Hughes says his injured arm passed its first test, with the Storm halfback donning a brace in training in a bid to play in the NRL preliminary final.

AAP · Sep 16, 2025

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Bellamy believes best is yet to come as Storm advance

Melbourne are hopeful that the two-week break before their preliminary final means superstar halfback Jahrome Hughes can recover from injury to play.

AAP · Sep 13, 2025

Storm young gun looking to fire shots through finals

Halfback Jonah Pezet has put decisions on his playing future on hold as he chases success with the Storm, who host Canterbury in the first NRL qualifying final.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025

Bombs away as Storm ready for Bulldogs aerial threat

Coach Craig Bellamy has his team ready for an aerial assault in their NRL final, again bringing out a machine named after big-kicking Bulldog Matt Burton.

AAP · Sep 11, 2025

'Stinks': Munster slams Storm attitude as finals loom

Melbourne's brains trust was filthy after the 30-14 loss to Brisbane with the Storm's defence having fallen apart for a second straight week just before finals.

AAP · Sep 4, 2025

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.

AAP · Sep 4, 2025

Storm hopeful injured key forward can play finals role

Melbourne welcome halfback Jahrome Hughes back from injury against Brisbane, and say back-rower Shawn Blore's fractured larynx isn't as bad as first thought.

AAP · Sep 3, 2025

Raiders rest 10 players, Hughes back for Storm

Canberra have rested 10 players from the last round before finals, with Cam Murray and Jahrome Hughes among key players returning from injury elsewhere.

AAP · Sep 2, 2025

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AAP · Aug 31, 2025

Returning gun not the salve for Storm flop: Papenhuyzen

With high-flying Melbourne embarrassed in their loss to the Sydney Roosters, a star player's return will be welcomed ahead of the NRL finals.

AAP · Aug 29, 2025

Storm warning: Bellamy lays down the law after big loss

Coach Craig Bellamy is demanding a response from his Melbourne players ahead of the NRL finals after their "embarrassing" effort against the Sydney Roosters.

AAP · Aug 22, 2025

Storm skipper faces ban, but Hughes readies for return

Melbourne captain Harry Grant faces a two-week stint on the sidelines, but the Storm can rest some of their key players after sealing a top-two ladder spot.

AAP · Aug 6, 2025

Pezet eyes week-to-week NRL in Storm spine squeeze

Melbourne's back-up half Jonah Pezet has made no secret of his desire to play NRL every week, with first-choice No.7 Jahrome Hughes having signed until 2030.

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AAP · Aug 6, 2025

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.

AAP · Aug 4, 2025

'Infectious': Stars looking to stick together at Storm

Ahead of his 100th Storm game, captain Harry Grant says contract talks are continuing but he was thrilled to see halfback Jahrome Hughes extend to 2030.

AAP · Jul 31, 2025

Munster steps up as Storm stay in top-two fight

With Jahrome Hughes out injured, Cameron Munster played a role in all three Melbourne tries as the Storm scraped to a crucial 16-10 win over Parramatta.

AAP · Jul 30, 2025

Bellamy hopes Hughes signature nets more deals at Storm

Melbourne coach Craig Bellamy wants Jahrome Hughes' new contract to be the first of several key deals, desperate to keep his all-star spine intact.

AAP · Jul 29, 2025

Wishart Storms in for No.7 jersey, Cobbo recalled

Melbourne will offset the loss of Jahrome Hughes with the return of two big names, while the Warriors have suffered multiple injury blows in their top-four bid.

AAP · Jul 28, 2025

Storm lock down star playmaker with long-term deal

Jahrome Hughes believes his best football is ahead of him after signing a new four-year deal with Melbourne, urging his star teammates to follow his lead.

AAP · Jul 28, 2025

Wish upon a seven: Storm ready for life without Hughes

Tyran Wishart has rejected any suggestion Melbourne's title hopes are ruined by Jahrome Hughes' shoulder injury as he contemplates a switch into the halves.

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