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A decades-old newspaper snippet gives blueprint of modern Knights
Thirteen years since their last NRL preliminary final, the Newcastle Knights are on a quest to do the unthinkable — go from wooden spoon to premiers in a single season. Writing in 1987, their inaugural coach spelt out the player who would get them there.
Trent Robinson reveals star prop’s response to difficult conversation after shock bench call
Roosters coach Trent Robinson has credited the character of Spencer Leniu and his classy response after the prop didn’t see the field during the preliminary final win over the Dolphins.
‘They deserved the win’: Woolf’s honest verdict before delivering big 2027 warning
A disappointed Kristian Woolf has conceded the Sydney Roosters “deserved the win” after the Dolphins dream of reaching a maiden grand final ended in a heartbreaking preliminary final loss.
Marky Mark magic helps carry DCE and the Roosters into grand final
The powerhouse winger produced another passage of absolute magic to set up a vital try in the second half as the Sydney Roosters booked a spot in next Sunday’s grand final courtesy of a 36-20 win over the Dolphins. Christian Nicolussi
Axed NRL ref under fire again after more bunker drama in preliminary final
Demoted to the bunker for the preliminary final, referee Ashley Klein was at the centre of more controversial calls. Christian Nicolussi
Terrorised star’s contract reality check; young gun’s steep learning curve — Dolphins Player Ratings
The Dolphins’ terrific season ended with a whimper inside Suncorp Stadium on Friday night.
Freakish talent shatters records...as Roosters star sends statement in comeback: Player Ratings
The Sydney Roosters have reached their first grand final since 2019 after dispatching the Dolphins in the preliminary final.
‘Unhappy’ Roosters set to challenge shock ruling as star’s GF farewell under threat
The Roosters are through to the grand final but utility Connor Watson may not be there after a contentious concussion ruling that the club is expected to challenge with the NRL.
‘Big advantage’ as Roosters book their spot in decider: Full NRL Grand Final Schedule
The first team in the 2026 NRL grand final is locked in after the Sydney Roosters outclassed the Dolphins to book their spot in next Sunday’s decider at Accor Stadium.
‘I’m not happy’: Roosters ‘blow up’ as greats slam controversial Bunker call
A controversial decision to award a Dolphins try has been slammed, with two former greats believing the Bunker made a monumental error.
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