Sam Burgess has thrown his support behind Hybrid Rugby, with the Rabbitohs legend jumping on as an investor.

They are the 25 best players under the age of 25 in the NRL, but in a scary omen for the rest of the competition they have barely scratched the surface of their potential yet.

Rugby league enforcer Sam Burgess Sam Burgess has thrown his support behind the Hybrid Rugby concept, and is confident cross-code internationals will soon be staged. Adrian Proszenko

The NRL’s proposed rule changes, including the team conceding a try choosing whether to receive or kick off, have been rejected by the 17 clubs ahead of the 2026 season.

Eli Katoa is back on the training paddock, but in a limited capacity, two months after being admitted to hospital with a serious head injury. RNZ Sports reporters

Veteran rugby league reporter Phil Rothfield has sparked speculation the Eels may be looking at a player swap over a standoff with former star Zac Lomax.

Joyce Churchill, the wife of rugby league Immortal and South Sydney icon Clive has passed away at the age of 99.

The Perth Bears land their most experienced NRL player so far in their recruitment drive, signing Canterbury's Josh Curran on a three-year deal.

Nelson Asofa-Solomona is already being backed to finish Paul Gallen should the pair sign off on a blockbuster 2026 heavyweight bout, with even No Limit boss George Rose declaring: “I don’t think it’s something Gal could handle”.

Dragons supporters will have to wait until 2027 to see Keaon Koloamatangi wearing the Red V, but the club describes his signing as the "biggest" in their recent history.