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Live: Ponga returns as Knights and Rabbitohs kick off NRL Sunday's triple header

from ABC News: Rugby League

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 1:29pm AEST

Kalyn Ponga and Bradman Best both return for the Knights as they host the rampant, free-scoring Rabbitohs at Hunter Stadium. Follow live.

‘What do I get him?’: Matty Johns’ stunning White House reveal; Bears recruit opens up on teary exit — NRL Daily

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 11:31am AEST

NRL great Matty Johns has received a VIP invite to the UFC’s upcoming White House blockbuster, while an emotional Perth Bears major recruit revealed how he struggled to make the biggest call of his life. MORE IN NRL DAILY!

Hands off Gus! Huge Benji boost as Tigers set to lock in superstar on ‘mega deal’

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 8:57am AEST

Benji Marshall and the Wests Tigers have reportedly locked in gun fullback Jahream Bula in a big boost to the club.

Trent Robinson brutal reveal for Blues hopeful Mark Nawaqanitawase as injury carnage laid bare

from FOX SPORTS League

Sun, 3 May 2026 at 7:19am AEST

Roosters coach Trent Robinson has revealed star winger Mark Nawaqanitawase is expected to have surgery on a syndesmosis injury that is set to rule him out of the State of Origin series opener later this month.

‘Brain explosion’: ‘Trouble’ looming for Broncos as star’s ‘unnecessary’ moment lands him in hot water

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 11:18pm AEST

Broncos gun Kotoni Staggs delivered an ugly moment in his side’s loss to the Roosters, elbowing Hugo Savala in the back of the head in a moment labelled a “brain explosion” by Kevin Walters.

‘Didn’t do it alone’: Comeback hero’s emotional tribute to Roosters, Dragons after miracle return from ‘awful’ disease

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 10:41pm AEST

Roosters hero Cody Ramsey was close to tears in summing up his miracle comeback from ulcerative colitis to the NRL four years after his last game for the Dragons in 2022.

‘No questions on the officiating?’: Ryles’ parting shot at referee after Wahs down ugly Eels

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 8:30pm AEST

Eels coach Jason Ryles delivered a parting shot at match official Gerard Sutton after his side’s 36-14 loss to the Warriors, suggesting the refereeing was not up to standard.

LIVE NRL: DCE show and go burns Walsh as Roosters lead Broncos in fiery clash

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:43pm AEST

The Sydney Roosters lead the Brisbane Broncos 8-0 in their blockbuster clash at Allianz Stadium.

‘We tossed up a lot of s**t’: Hannay considers Titans roster changes following sixth NRL loss

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 7:34pm AEST

Gold Coast Titans captain Tino Fa’asuamaleaui says his side needs to “take a look in the mirror” following a sixth loss of the season, as coach Josh Hannay ponders wholesale roster changes.

‘Would have laughed at me’: Ricky’s ‘not ready’ admission amid Raiders injury crisis

from FOX SPORTS League

Sat, 2 May 2026 at 6:35pm AEST

Ricky Stuart admitted some of his players are not ready for NRL, but praised his leaders for carrying the load after his side’s impressive victory over the Titans in Round 9.