Storm recruit Jamayne Isaako concedes he would have preferred to have remained at the Dolphins but says he’s excited to begin the next chapter of his life in Melbourne.

The Jillaroos are expecting a far more competitive showing from England this week after the all-conquering Aussies embarrassed their foes with an 86-point thumping when they met in Las Vegas last year.

As a kid Tanner Stowers-Smith heard hair-raising tales about the days his great grandfather refused to be intimidated by opponents who targeted his broken nose with their fists. Richard Knowler

Former England Test forward James Graham has given his opinion on Xavier Willison’s contract situation as the hulking prop heads to market on November 1.

From Kalyn Ponga's magnificent Test debut to a mighty Tongan victory years in the making here are the quick hits from week one of the Rugby League World Cup.

The Broncos are at risk of losing another star forward after revelations that Paul Morgan medallist Xavier Willison is set to head to November 1 to test his value on the open market.

Australian Kangaroos coach Kevin Walters is set to experiment with his side for their match against Fiji with a Sydney Roosters duo headlining the players who will be called-up into the squad.

England coach Brian McDermott refused to blame a “death route” travel schedule that left his players “buggered” in the lead-up to their opening World Cup game against Tonga on Saturday.

It is ridiculous to suggest that anyone who doesn’t sing Advance Australia Fair should not be allowed to play for the Kangaroos or Jillaroos.

An injury to Mitchell Moses has created a two-way battle for the Kangaroos halfback position, but there may be a clear solution as coach Kevin Walters contemplates his options.