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What time does the World Club Challenge between the Broncos and Hull KR start?

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 at 8:43am AEST

The Broncos are desperate to secure their third World Club Challenge title — while their opponents are making their debut in the showcase event.

Fresh Storm salary cap headache emerges in Lomax legal battle as $250k bill looms

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 at 7:03am AEST

The Storm’s pursuit of Zac Lomax could come with an extra salary cap headache after they allegedly made a promise to the gun winger ahead of his legal battle.

‘Scary’ Walsh reality laid bare; huge opportunity for NRL’s next big thing — WCC Talking Points

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 at 6:01am AEST

Broncos superstar Reece Walsh is arguably the best player in the game and Hull KR must keep him quiet if they want to win the World Club Challenge.

They are the NRL’s ultimate entertainers... but there is a darker reality Dolphins can’t ignore

from FOX SPORTS League

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 at 5:04am AEST

While the ‘ex-teacher’ label is a common tag in the NRL coaching ranks, Kristian Woolf carries a unique edge that isn’t found in a faculty lounge: he has the ‘core’ of a fighter.

'Would die for that jersey': Proud Kiwi turns down Origin 'cash grab'

from Stuff.co.nz - League

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 at 1:00am AEST

Under the new eligibility rules, Jahrome Hughes could have been eligible for Queensland, but he won’t be turning his back on the Kiwis jersey. Liam O'Loughlin

‘Die for that jersey’: Storm star makes shock Origin call despite eligibility changes — NRL Daily

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 at 1:56pm AEST

Storm and New Zealand star Jahrome Hughes has ruled himself out of playing State of Origin even if he is able to, despite changes to the eligibility rules.

How to watch the World Club Challenge... and what time the game starts in Australia

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 at 9:21am AEST

The Brisbane Broncos are attempting to break a 34-year-old curse and become the first NRL team to claim the World Club Challenge title since 2020.

Shock Broncos boilover... and a teenage SBW’s scary statement: Top five World Club Challenges

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 at 7:26am AEST

The World Club Challenge is a rugby league institution, and this year the Broncos will face Hull KR in the showcase clash that unofficially began in 1976.

‘Genuinely committed’: QRL boss’ caveat on Origin eligibility; Johns backs changes — NRL Daily

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 at 7:07am AEST

A day after the new State of Origin eligibility rules were confirmed by the NRL, Queensland Rugby League (QRL) CEO Ben Ikin has revealed that players will not be selected unless they are “genuinely committed” to the state.

Ruthless roster calls sent a clear message... now Ryles’ Eels revolution faces its biggest test

from FOX SPORTS League

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 at 4:59am AEST

Jason Ryles arrived at Parramatta with an uncompromising mindset: