In 2016, Newcastle hit rock bottom in a season where they won just one game. Ten years later, one more win can deliver them a premiership.

The NRL will stage a stirring tribute to Jai Arrow before Sunday’s grand final in place of the customary pre-game entertainment. Chris Barrett

Daniel Tupou is edging closer to becoming the first Roosters player in more than 80 years to win four premierships because he always finds his best on the biggest day of the season.

The Panthers halfback is recovering from a horror leg break. Will he be well enough to accept the medal from his hospital bed? Christian Nicolussi

A remorseful Phoenix Crossland is struggling with the fact he hurt his ‘favourite player’. Chris Barrett

Newcastle Knights hooker Phoenix Crossland is suspended for four games by the NRL judiciary for the tackle that left Penrith's Nathan Cleary with a broken leg.

The 28-year-old centre has inked a two-year deal with the Melbourne Storm for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. Stuff

Ali Brigginshaw and fellow OGs Julia Robinson and Chelsea Lenarduzzi are hoping to join Broncos royalty with a fifth NRLW premiership.

Phoenix Crossland has accepted his fate before fronting the NRL judiciary for the hip drop tackle that shattered Nathan Cleary’s ankle. Simon Brunsdon

Ashley Klein pays the price for two contentious decisions in consecutive NRL finals games. Dan Walsh