Dragons fullback Cody Ramsey is battling a serious illness that could force him to give up rugby league.

Premiership-winning forward George Burgess has retired from rugby league effective immediately.

Wayne Bennett has revealed veteran prop Jesse Bromwich is one of the “two or three guys” he is considering to be the Dolphins’ inaugural captain.

The Phoenix have begun Natalie Lawrence’s reign with two heavy defeats, a young squad decimated by injuries lacking the quality to stay in games.

ARLC chairman Peter V’landys has confirmed the Origin eligibility rules will be subject to a review following widespread calls for a full overhaul.

James Tedesco has made a huge play to extend his stay at the Roosters as the club faces an uphill battle to keep their young superstar.