Australia
‘One of the greatest days in my 97 years’: Nev’s delight at Storm rookie’s debut
Grant Anderson scored a double on his NRL debut. But his biggest supporter, 97-year-old Neville Sparks, stole the show after attending his first game at the SCG in 53 years.
- by Adam Pengilly
Latest
‘Tonga will always be there’: Hasler urges Olakau’atu to help save NSW
The Manly second-rower burst into Origin contention with another five-star display, but does he want to play for the Blues this year?
- by Adam Pengilly
Kangaroos World Cup squad delay as Fittler, Slater won’t meet during Origin series
Both coaches were set for an unprecedented meeting in the middle of the interstate series after being named Australian selectors. But it won’t happen now.
- by Adam Pengilly
‘Quite obvious’ Yeo should have come off after Origin stumble: V’landys
ARLC boss Peter V’landys said the correct process was followed in checking Isaah Yeo for concussion but he believes the NSW lock should have left the field.
- by Adrian Proszenko
NRL salary cap magic number to reach historic milestone
A crucial meeting of club chairpersons on the eve of the State of Origin series opener has revealed the NRL is positioning the salary cap to be at a record level in 2023.
- by Adam Pengilly
Former Dally M medal winner Robert ‘Rocky’ Laurie dies
Rugby league is in mourning after the death of the former Roosters and Rabbitohs star, who was awarded the game’s highest honour in 1980.
- by Caden Helmers
‘I’m the coach’: Meninga unfazed by Kangaroos selection panel shake-up
The Australian boss has reacted to news Peter V’landys will be the Kangaroos’ new selection chair with current Origin coaches joining the panel.
- by Christian Nicolussi and Adam Pengilly
Opinion
State of Origin
Ray Warren’s mic drop sees rugby league lose its voice
Rugby league – particularly State of Origin – sounded better when Ray Warren called it. His decision to retire from the commentary box is a great loss.
- by Andrew Webster
Maroons speak of mindfulness, gratitude, as Slater makes his mark
There were no pump-up videos or speeches. Instead, the Maroons spent day one learning about their emotional health as Billy Slater threw an early curveball.
- by Phil Lutton
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State of Origin
Slater unveils first Maroons squad: Four rookies and Hunt named at nine
Billy Slater will hand out four debuts after revealing his first Queensland squad as Maroons coach, with a dummy-half switch one of the few surprises.
- by Phil Lutton
Two wins in a week for Albanese: first the election, then the Bunnies
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese was spotted supporting his beloved Rabbitohs in Sydney Olympic Park on Saturday, at the first game he’s attended since he was elected last week.
- by Pallavi Singhal