Ryan Papenhuyzen, who has been heavily linked to breakaway competition Rugby 360, has been released from the final year of his Storm contract. Adrian Proszenko

South Sydney winger Tyrone Munro will fight serious assault allegations which have resulted in him being stood down by the NRL.

The Melbourne Storm are suddenly on the lookout for a new fullback after confirmation Ryan Papenhuyzen had been granted an immediate release from his contract.

The Storm have granted superstar fullback Ryan Papenhuyzen an immediate release from the final year of his NRL contract.

Incoming Titans coach Josh Hannay has explained his decision to release David Fifita and $2m worth of talent, hoping to fix an “area of need”.

Eels coach Jason Ryles has declared his decision to recruit young gun Jonah Pezet for the 2026 season will see “everyone benefit” from a “perfect storm”.