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‘You ask me this every day’: Frustrated Madge’s sharp reply to biggest Broncos question

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 11:20pm AEST

Michael Maguire has had enough of being asked if he should be the Broncos coach in 2027 while skipper Pat Carrigan conceded the playing group had let him down during a disastrous title defence.

‘Maybe they’re protesting’: History made in NRL kick-off trial... but ‘flaw’ already found

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 9:40pm AEST

The NRL’s experimental kick-off rule has already sparked plenty of debate after being tested for the first time in the clash between the Broncos and Melbourne Storm.

‘Someone is lying’: Broncos slammed as Reynolds saga exposes ‘disastrous’ club disconnect

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 7:54pm AEST

The Brisbane Broncos’ disastrous season has descended further into chaos, with the Adam Reynolds saga exposing just how fractured the club has become.

LIVE NRL: Controversial new rule unveiled in unusual Broncos clash with Storm

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 6:42pm AEST

The NRL will trial a controversial new kick-off rule as Brisbane hosts the Melbourne Storm, as both sides surprisingly prepare to miss the finals.

Live: Adam Reynolds sidelined for Lang Park farewell against Storm

from ABC News: Rugby League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 6:36pm AEST

Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds waves goodbye to his adopted home ground from the sidelines at Lang Park as the Broncos take on the Storm. Follow live.

Cashed-up contender emerges for 20th team in expansion twist as NRL deadline revealed

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 3:05pm AEST

The race for the 20th NRL licence is heating up following reports another Queensland-based bid has emerged as a real contender.

PNG’s mega Nathan Cleary offer: Record price tag revealed for superstar... and brutal pay gap to Panthers

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 1:58pm AEST

Penrith’s battle to retain Nathan Cleary is heating up with reports emerging that PNG are weighing up a record-setting offer to the superstar half.

Spray or say? What actually gets the best out of women athletes

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 9:35am AEST

There is something about a good old-fashioned halftime spray that still feels very rugby league.

Parramatta Eels vs Cronulla Sharks Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 26 2026

from sportsnews.com.au

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 9:26am AEST

Cronulla steadied its campaign by overturning a halftime deficit to defeat Gold Coast 30-22, while Parramatta was beaten 34-16 by the Dolphins. The Sharks still have significant finals incentive and …

The post Parramatta Eels vs Cronulla Sharks Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 26 2026 first appeared on Sports News Australia.

New Zealand Warriors vs Newcastle Knights Tips, Odds, Teams & Predictions – NRL Round 26 2026

from sportsnews.com.au

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 at 9:23am AEST

The Warriors return to Auckland after an impressive 45-26 victory over South Sydney, a performance that reinforced their attacking momentum before the finals. Newcastle’s 44-24 loss to Manly halted a …

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