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Live: Cowboys look to rebound from 70-point thrashing

from ABC News: Rugby League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 7:32pm AEST

Seven days after they conceded the third-biggest score in premiership history, North Queensland will try and pick up the pieces against Gold Coast. Follow live.

‘A bit of shame’: Cowboys’ late-night meeting revealed as season goes on line — LIVE

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 7:31pm AEST

North Queensland’s season is on the line as the Cowboys look to bounce back from last week’s horror loss to the Roosters when they face the Titans on Thursday night.

Why a key positional switch at the Warriors is set to stay

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 4:54pm AEST

Warriors coach Andrew Webster is hoping the drastic move will provide extra attacking threats in the run towards the finals. Mat Kermeen

Galvin temptation Dogs must avoid; why big Mam fear doesn’t stack up — NRL Buy or Sell

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 12:15pm AEST

Cameron Ciraldo’s surprising spine call has saved the Bulldogs’ season. Despite the halves that are waiting in the wings, should the club stick with what’s been working?

It’s time to let bygones be bygones and admit $2.5m truth over Galvin and the Bulldogs — Crawls

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 9:03am AEST

For all the talk this past week about what Sam Walker is worth to the Sydney Roosters moving forward, maybe it’s time we also started looking at what Lachlan Galvin is worth to the Bulldogs heading into Friday night’s blockbuster.

Four teams lead race for veteran forward; Bulldogs close in on star extension — Whispers

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 7:50am AEST

The manager of Moses Leota has named the four clubs that are in the lead to secure the signature of the star Penrith Panthers front-rower as he faces an uncertain future.

‘Could be anything’: Knights’ big signing coup; Tigers brothers’ World Cup bid rejected — Daily

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 7:09am AEST

The Newcastle Knights have secured the future of rookie forward Francis Manuleleua until the end of the 2028 season after a breakout past few months.

Ivan’s tricky selection dilemma sparks debate; ‘PR disaster’ Broncos must avoid — Talking Points

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 6 Aug 2026 at 6:26am AEST

The Broncos have a decision to make regarding Adam Reynolds, who is set to retire at the end of the season. However, the wrong one could result in ‘disastrous’ repercussions.

Panthers facing awkward contract dilemma which could end in ‘disaster’

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 at 10:17pm AEST

A “disaster” could be looming at the Penrith Panthers as the club deals with a major salary cap squeeze which is affecting several superstars.

Dolphins close in on $3.2m coup … but two stars could exit club as grim reality laid bare

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 5 Aug 2026 at 7:47pm AEST

The Dolphins will face an almighty battle to keep a couple of their superstars, but it appears they’re closing in on one.