Canberra Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has explained the brutal decision to bench rookie winger Savelio Tamale after just 30 minutes on the field.

St George Illawarra Dragons interim coach Dean Young admits he has been left “confused” about a number of controversial decisions made by the officials during his side’s defeat to the Raiders.

The Tigers welcome back star halfback Adam Doueihi for their clash against the Knights, but will also be without enforcer Alex Twal.

Canberra welcomes back star centre Simi Sasagi for today's clash of the cellar-dwellers against St George Illawarra. Follow live.

New South Wales coach Laurie Daley is set to name his side for the third State of Origin match as the Blues chase a win in the decider. Follow live.

The foundation of the Newcastle Knights was dug out by Allan McMahon.

“He’s in.”

The NSW Blues have been urged to make at least one change as Laurie Daley prepares to name his team for the State of Origin decider at Suncorp Stadium.

The All Blacks will play three Anzac Day tests in Brisbane, Australia, over the next six year with the first on Sunday April 25 next year. Stuff sports reporters

Storm coach Craig Bellamy says the club’s shocking injury toll is hard to fathom with two more players joining the already bulging casualty ward.