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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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 …

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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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North Queensland returns from a bye knowing a victory could secure its finals place, depending on Canterbury’s result against Penrith. The Cowboys last played in Round 24, when they were …

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