Sharks fans will be praying that Craig Fitzgibbon names Braydon Trindall in the No. 6 jersey for the must-win elimination final against the Cowboys.

Out of nearly 400 entries, almost every fan failed to predict how the final regular-season NRL ladder would fall. Stuff sports reporters

The NRL approved Mount Smart for this weekend's clash against the Dolphins, but a second home final could still be shifted to Eden Park. RNZ sport

With the regular season now over, eight teams remain in the hunt for the premiership but for the other nine attention will quickly turn to 2027.

Tigers coach Benji Marshall revealed he was “glad” his team’s turbulent 2026 campaign has come to an end, opening up on some of the club’s biggest issues.

The Roosters have a fresh headache on their hands, with a key firebrand’s actions coming under the microscope.

The Warriors’ third finals campaign in four years will begin at home next weekend. Andrew Voerman

Parramatta captain Mitchell Moses and coach Jason Ryles have slammed the attitude of the playing squad after the Eels let slip a golden opportunity to end the season with a win.

The partner of outgoing Titans gun Sam Verrills has taken a swipe at the Gold Coast club in a social media post, with the hooker currently being without a club in 2027.

The Panthers have an opportunity to seize the minor premiership when they face the Tigers on Sunday afternoon.